Changes Psychological Services

Welcome to Changes Psychological Services, PLLC

At Changes Psychological Services, PLLC, we are a team of dedicated clinicians providing the highest quality evidence-based mental health services. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for adults with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive and mood disorders, including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Our mission is to provide the best possible care for our clients while fostering an environment of professional and personal growth. We believe that awareness, acceptance, and vulnerability are the keys to change, and we strive to promote these values in every client we serve.

Our Services

We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based treatment that focuses on changing thinking patterns and behaviors that lead to emotional distress. Our team of clinicians has extensive experience in treating a variety of mental health issues, including:

• Anxiety disorders, such as panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and phobias
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
• Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

Our clinicians have advanced training and experience in CBT and other evidence-based interventions. We offer individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as telehealth services for clients in Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia.

Meet Our Clinicians

Our team of exceptional mental health providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care. We believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of successful treatment, and we work collaboratively with our clients to achieve their goals.

Kirsten L. McNelis, Ph. D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner/founder of Changes Psychological Services, PLLC. She has nearly 20 years of experience in providing psychological services and specializes in CBT for anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Jennifer Maskell Carney, Ph. D., LPC is a licensed professional counselor and a native of the Washington, DC area. She received her master's and doctoral degrees in Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Dr. Carney has extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

Insurance & Payment

We are in-network providers with several insurance plans, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. We also accept out-of-network benefits and offer a sliding fee scale for self-pay clients. For more information about insurance and payment, please visit our Insurance & Payment page.

Changes Psychological Services, PLLC is committed to providing the highest quality evidence-based mental health services. We believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate, effective care, and we are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals. If you are interested in learning more about our services or scheduling an appointment, please contact us today.