Katalin

Dr Katalin Vladar, MD

Psychiatrist

“A psychiatrist and psychotherapist with over 30 years experience working with people with anxiety, depression and with problems of living.”

About Me

With over three decades of experience, this psychiatrist and psychotherapist offers a steady, understanding presence. They help individuals navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, and the everyday challenges life presents. Sessions provide a thoughtful space to explore feelings and develop practical strategies. Clients find support in making sense of their experiences and moving towards greater stability. This approach guides people to find their way forward with confidence.

Approach

My approach favors a steady, measured pace that helps uncover patterns beneath anxiety, depression and the everyday strains of life. In sessions—in person in Washington, D.C., or online, in English or Hungarian—I combine attentive listening with focused reflection, allowing us to set small, achievable steps between meetings. Assessment and careful exploration of losses, relationships or identity shifts shape the work; I balance thoughtful interpretation with practical adjustments so progress feels tangible. Those navigating grief, relocation, adoption-related issues or long-standing mood struggles often find this way of working helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Psychiatry

    A branch of medicine specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, including the prescribing of medication.

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  • Psychoanalysis

    An in-depth therapy that explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and inner conflicts to produce lasting psychological change, typically involving frequent sessions.

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  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Couples Therapy

    Therapy for partners working on communication, conflict, intimacy, and trust, with both people seen together rather than individually.

  • Divorce Counselling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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  • Geriatric Psychology

    A branch of psychology focused on the mental health needs of older adults, including cognitive decline, loss, loneliness, and adjustment to ageing.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Individuals
  • Organisations
  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Families
  • Groups

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Adoption

    The process of legally becoming a parent to a child who is not biologically yours, which can raise complex emotions around identity, attachment, and belonging for all involved.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Relocation / Expat

    The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.

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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

Professional Title:

  • Psychiatrist

    A medical doctor specialising in mental health who can diagnose conditions, provide therapy, and prescribe medication.

Credentials

Registrations

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)

Psychiatrist

Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Semmelweis University

Psychoanalyst

Washington Baltimore Cneter for Psychoanalysis

Service Areas

Private Practive Office

In-person & Online

Northwest Washington

Washington, District of Columbia 20036

United States

Northwest Washington, Washington, United States