Natdean Gary, LGSW

Natdean Gary, LGSW

Psychotherapist
DC
5.00
“Natdean Gary, LGSW, is an exceptional therapist who truly cares about her clients and creates a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen while providing practical tools and encouragement to help you work through life's challenges. Her professionalism, empathy, and ability to build trust make every session meaningful and productive. I always leave feeling heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes. If you're looking for a therapist who is genuinely invested in your growth and well-being, I highly recommend Natdean Gary. She is outstanding at what she does.”
AL
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Natdean Gary, LGSW, is an exceptional therapist who truly cares about her clients and creates a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen while providing practical tools and encouragement to help you work through life's challenges. Her professionalism, empathy, and ability to build trust make every session meaningful and productive. I always leave feeling heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes. If you're looking for a therapist who is genuinely invested in your growth and well-being, I highly recommend Natdean Gary. She is outstanding at what she does.”
ALLess than 1 month ago
“I came to Natdean Gary feeling completely overwhelmed by stress. Between work, family responsibilities, and trying to keep everything together, I felt like I was carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders. From our very first session, she created a safe, nonjudgmental space where I could be honest about what I was going through. She listened with genuine compassion, asked thoughtful questions, and helped me understand the root of my stress instead of just treating the symptoms. Over time, Natdean gave me practical coping strategies that I still use every day. She helped me improve my communication, set healthy boundaries, and regain control of my emotions. I now feel more confident, sleep better, and handle life's challenges in a much healthier way. If you're looking for a therapist who truly cares, listens without judgment, and is committed to helping you heal and grow, I highly recommend Natdean Gary. She has made a lasting positive impact on my life, ”
NSLess than 1 month ago

About Natdean Gary

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Dialectical (DBT)
Humanistic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Integrative
Culturally Sensitive
Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Natdean Gary

Sometimes people come to therapy because they are overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression. Other times, they come because they are navigating a difficult life transition, struggling in relationships, questioning their direction, or feeling disconnected from the person they want to be. Natdean Gary helps clients find clarity, build resilience, and create meaningful change. As a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Master of Social Work and a Master of Healthcare Administration, Ms. Gary brings both clinical expertise and a holistic understanding of well-being to her work. She is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges while fostering growth, healing, and emotional resilience. Ms. Gary works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, and major life transitions. She understands that every person's journey is different and believes therapy should be tailored to each individual's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Her approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and collaborative. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, Ms. Gary helps clients uncover the patterns that may be keeping them stuck, develop healthier coping strategies, and build the confidence needed to move forward. She creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe exploring their challenges while working toward lasting solutions. What sets Ms. Gary apart is her ability to balance compassion with practical guidance. She understands that healing is not only about processing difficult experiences but also about developing the tools and skills needed to navigate everyday life with greater confidence, emotional balance, and self-awareness. Clients often describe Ms. Gary as warm, approachable, and empowering. She is committed to helping individuals feel heard, understood, and supported while encouraging meaningful growth and personal transformation.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Depression
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Maryland, Baltimore, Master's in Clinical Social Work

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Natedean provided excellent service I recommend her to anyone looking for her services.
Natdean Gary, LGSW, is an exceptional therapist who truly cares about her clients and creates a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen while providing practical tools and encouragement to help you work through life's challenges. Her professionalism, empathy, and ability to build trust make every session meaningful and productive. I always leave feeling heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes. If you're looking for a therapist who is genuinely invested in your growth and well-being, I highly recommend Natdean Gary. She is outstanding at what she does.
I came to Natdean Gary feeling completely overwhelmed by stress. Between work, family responsibilities, and trying to keep everything together, I felt like I was carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders. From our very first session, she created a safe, nonjudgmental space where I could be honest about what I was going through. She listened with genuine compassion, asked thoughtful questions, and helped me understand the root of my stress instead of just treating the symptoms. Over time, Natdean gave me practical coping strategies that I still use every day. She helped me improve my communication, set healthy boundaries, and regain control of my emotions. I now feel more confident, sleep better, and handle life's challenges in a much healthier way. If you're looking for a therapist who truly cares, listens without judgment, and is committed to helping you heal and grow, I highly recommend Natdean Gary. She has made a lasting positive impact on my life,
Working with Natdean Gary, LGSW has been an incredible experience. She is compassionate, professional, and truly listens without judgment. From the very first session, she created a safe and supportive environment where I felt comfortable sharing my thoughts and feelings. She provides practical coping strategies and thoughtful guidance that have helped me better manage stress, improve my emotional well-being, and gain confidence in handling life's challenges.
Natdean Gary, LMSW, is an exceptional therapist who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She creates a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Her professionalism, compassion, and ability to actively listen make every session meaningful and productive. Natdean provides practical tools and thoughtful guidance that help clients navigate life's challenges while empowering them to achieve personal growth and emotional healing. Her knowledge, patience, and dedication to helping others are evident in every interaction. If you are looking for a therapist who is compassionate, trustworthy, and committed to helping you reach your goals, I highly recommend Natdean Gary, LMSW. She truly makes a positive difference in the lives of those she serves.
Natdean Gary, LGSW, is an outstanding therapist who creates a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free environment. As a male client, I appreciated how easy she was to talk to and how genuinely she listened without making assumptions or passing judgment. She is compassionate, patient, and respectful, while also providing practical guidance and helping me see situations from a healthier perspective. She builds trust quickly and makes it easier to discuss difficult topics. I always left sessions feeling heard, supported, and more confident in managing life's challenges. I highly recommend Natdean Gary to anyone, especially men seeking a therapist who is understanding, professional, and truly invested in their well-being.
Ms. Gary has consistently demonstrated an outstanding work ethic in her role as a Social Worker. She is dedicated, compassionate, and deeply committed to helping others. Her professionalism, responsiveness, strong advocacy skills, excellent communication abilities, and unwavering commitment to supporting individuals and families make her an exceptional professional.   Ms. Gary's wisdom, experience, and warm-hearted spirit are qualities that positively impact everyone she serves.
Natdean Gary is an outstanding therapist who genuinely cares about the well-being and success of her clients. She creates a warm, supportive, and judgment-free environment where individuals feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and challenges. Her compassion, professionalism, and extensive experience allow her to provide meaningful guidance and practical strategies that help clients achieve positive outcomes. Natdean is an attentive listener who empowers others to recognize their strengths and work toward their goals with confidence. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring therapist who is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of those she serves.
Natdean Gary is an exceptional therapist who consistently demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping others. She creates a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and valued. Her extensive experience in social work, mental health, and case management allows her to understand complex challenges and provide practical guidance tailored to each individual's needs. Natdean is an excellent listener who approaches every situation with empathy, patience, and understanding. She helps clients identify their strengths, develop effective coping strategies, and work toward meaningful personal goals. What sets Natdean apart is her ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards. She is knowledgeable, dependable, and deeply dedicated to empowering those she serves. I highly recommend Natdean Gary to anyone seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dedicated therapist.
Anyone seeking a compassionate, skilled, responsive, and very dedicated person for social work consulting services Natdean Gary is that person. I look forward to seeing her practice grow, and too positively impact on other people and organizations.
I have had the privilege of knowing Natdean for nearly 14 years and have consistently been impressed by her compassion, integrity, and dedication to helping others. Throughout the years, I have witnessed her unwavering commitment to supporting individuals and families with empathy, patience, and genuine care. She has a natural ability to listen without judgment, offer encouragement during difficult times, and help people feel valued and understood. Natdean is dependable, trustworthy, and deeply committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those she serves. Her professionalism, strong character, and passion for helping others make her exceptionally well-suited for social work and consulting. I highly recommend Natdean to anyone seeking a caring, knowledgeable, and compassionate professional.
Ms. Natdean Gary was very professional and compassionate. It was evident that she truly cares about helping people move past their challenges and improve their quality of life. Most importantly she was authentic and created a safe space to talk.
Excellent therapist. Her warmth and compassion can be felt even though we are virtual. Ms. Gary is an amazing clinician. I highly recommend her if you are struggling with anxiety and depression; she is a calming person.
I highly recommend Natdean Gary for anyone seeking compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional social work services. Natdean is understanding, empathetic, and truly takes the time to listen and understand each individual's needs and concerns. She creates a comfortable and welcoming environment that makes it easy to talk openly and honestly. One of the things I appreciate most is her responsiveness and dedication. She is quick to respond, follows through on commitments, and consistently provides valuable guidance and support. Her knowledge, professionalism, and genuine concern for others are evident in every interaction. Natdean goes above and beyond to help individuals and families navigate challenges and connect with the resources they need. Her caring approach, strong communication skills, and commitment to helping others make her an exceptional social worker. I would confidently give her a 5-star rating and highly recommend her services to anyone in need of support and advocacy.
Ms. Natdean Gary is very professional and compassionate. She really cares about helping people get to a better place. Her real care for making a difference was evident.
Working with Natdean Gary has been an extremely positive experience. She is compassionate, patient, and genuinely invested in helping others succeed. From the very first conversation, she made me feel heard, respected, and supported. Her ability to provide guidance while remaining understanding and nonjudgmental is truly remarkable. Natdean is highly knowledgeable and takes the time to explain things clearly, ensuring that individuals and families understand their options and available resources. She is dependable, professional, and consistently follows up to make sure needs are being addressed. Her dedication and commitment to those she serves are evident in everything she does. I appreciate her caring nature, excellent communication skills, and willingness to go the extra mile to help others overcome challenges. I would highly recommend Natdean Gary to anyone seeking a skilled and compassionate social worker. She has earned my trust and my highest recommendation
I cannot say enough positive things about Natdean Gary. She is one of the most understanding and supportive professionals I have ever met. From the beginning, she created a safe and comfortable environment where I felt heard, valued, and respected. She is completely nonjudgmental and approaches every situation with compassion, patience, and genuine care. What makes Natdean stand out is her ability to relate to people and meet them where they are. She listens without criticism and provides guidance in a way that is encouraging and empowering. No matter what challenges you are facing, she makes you feel supported and reminds you that you are not alone. Natdean is knowledgeable, dependable, and truly committed to helping others achieve their goals. Her kindness, empathy, and dedication have made a meaningful difference in my life. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a caring, trustworthy, and effective social worker. She deserves every bit of a 5-star rating.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Natdean Gary?

Natdean Gary frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Natdean Gary on their profile.

What languages does Natdean Gary speak?

Natdean Gary speaks English.

How do patients rate Natdean Gary in reviews?

25 patients have reviewed Natdean Gary. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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