Washington School of Psychiatry
Athena Gavaris is a seasoned psychotherapist and consultant in private practice, currently operating Athena Gavaris Psychotherapy Services since September 2015, specializing in individual and couples therapy. With a robust academic background, Athena serves as faculty for the Fundamental Concepts and Techniques of Dynamic Psychotherapy at the Washington School of Psychiatry since August 2019, and previously held the position of Adjunct Professor at the National Catholic School of Social Services at The Catholic University of America from August 2013 to July 2019. Professional experience also includes leadership roles such as Director of Clinical Services at The McClendon Center and Clinical Director at ABC Behavioral Health, along with clinical positions at various healthcare organizations. Athena holds a Master of Social Work from The Catholic University of America and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from American University.
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Washington School of Psychiatry
Founded in 1936 by a group led by Harry Stack Sullivan, the Washington School of Psychiatry has a proud history of interdisciplinary teaching and research, training in psychodynamic theory, psychoanalysis, the social and biological sciences, and the study of the contribution of culture to the development of the human mind. It is the largest provider of postgraduate psychotherapy training in the Washington metropolitan area. The Washington School of Psychiatry is dedicated to the promotion of human welfare through the advancement of mental health. The School offers postgraduate professional education and training, fosters the spirit of inquiry, and offers a wide range of mental health services in the Washington metropolitan area. The School also is an active center that provides education and advocacy for the best in mental health scholarship, training and treatment. It invites individuals and organizations from the mental health professions and from the community at large to join in this task. In pursuit of its task, the School continues a tradition of open inquiry and inclusiveness which promotes respect for the uniqueness of every individual. The School fosters an environment in which the range of significant differences among individuals (e.g. race, gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, ability and disability, religion, social class) can be better understood, valued, and worked with in our teaching and therapeutic practice. We challenge stereotypes and develop cultural competence and sensitivity to racism and discrimination through self-reflection, ongoing self-evaluation, and open dialogue. By honoring these commitments, the Washington School of Psychiatry shapes an environment that will carry forward the vision of Harry Stack Sullivan and his colleagues. The school is located at 5028 Wisconsin Ave, NW #400.