The Center for Family Well-Being

What The Center for Family Well-Being does

The Center for Family Well-Being is a private, for-profit psychotherapy practice operating as The Center for Family Well-Being, PLLC, headquartered at 5039 Connecticut Ave NW #7 in Washington, DC. Founded and directed by Kate Kelly (MA, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C), the practice delivers whole-person mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, intentionally integrating Western clinical psychotherapy with Eastern healing traditions including mindfulness, yoga, Qi Gong, and Ayurveda. The Center self-identifies as the only practice in NW Washington DC that combines advanced psychotherapy training with mindful awareness practice.

The service portfolio is built around three core pillars: Individual Therapy (50-minute sessions across talk therapies, brain-based therapies such as Brainspotting, EMDR, and Heartmath, expressive therapies including play, art, sand, and dance/movement, plus energy, Ayurvedic, mindful-awareness, nature-based, functional nutrition, and animal-assisted modalities), the trademarked In Tune Group Therapy Program (16 years operational, offering age-specific cohorts from parent-infant through college-transition), and Parent Guidance & Coaching. A clinical team of roughly nine named therapists holds differentiated credentials including BC-DMT, certified Pikler Pedagogue, and IMH-E endorsements, supported by a Client Care Coordinator and partner practitioners in yoga, Ayurveda, Qi Gong, homeopathy, and sound healing.

The business model is fee-for-service out-of-network, with clients paying at the time of service and pursuing PPO reimbursement (typically 40-80% coverage). Revenue streams include individual therapy sessions, recurring group cohorts (weekly 4-16 week cycles with deposits of $90-$375), therapeutic workshops ($45-$65), and week-long camps ($750). Marketing is content-driven via website, quarterly newsletter, and community workshops, with no external funding, parent company, or institutional backing. The practice is founder-owned, single-location, and serves only the NW Washington DC market.

Name

The Center for Family Well-Being

Legal name

The Center for Family Well-Being, PLLC

Website

https://thecenterforfamilywellbeing.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Center for Family Well-Being is a private, out-of-network psychotherapy practice in NW Washington DC that combines Western clinical therapy with Eastern healing traditions to serve kids, teens, adults, couples, and families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mental Health Services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (62419), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Mental Health Treatment Centers (HLAFACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH), Parent Mental Health, Stress Management & Wellness Programs (EDACALAJ)

Keywords

• Psychotherapy services
• Family counseling
• Group therapy
• Holistic mental health
• Child adolescent therapy

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Individual Therapy Sessions: 50-minute individual therapy sessions for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Practice operates as out-of-network, with clients paying at time of service and seeking reimbursement through PPO insurance plans.
2. Group Therapy Programs: Weekly In Tune clinical groups ranging from 4-16 weeks, including deposits ($90-$375) and per-session billing. Group sessions are 75 minutes for teens/adults, with reimbursement available through PPO insurance.
3. Therapeutic Workshops: One-time workshops such as Sound Healing ($45), Art of Play ($65), and summer mini-groups. Paid at booking via credit/debit card, ApplePay, or PayPal.
4. Therapeutic Camps: Week-long art therapy camps and summer groups for children and teens. Example: $750 + $20 materials fee for art therapy camp.
5. Parent Guidance Sessions: Individual parent coaching and guidance sessions to support parent-child relationships and understanding child behavior.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Center for Family Well-Being is a holistic psychotherapy practice in NW Washington DC that delivers individual, couples, and family counseling along with structured clinical group programs for kids, teens, adults, and new parents. Its service model integrates advanced Western psychotherapy (CBT, psychodynamic, EMDR, Brainspotting) with Eastern healing traditions including mindfulness, yoga, qi gong, and Ayurveda to provide whole-person mind-body-spirit care.

Product overview

The Center for Family Well-Being is a premier holistic psychotherapy practice in NW Washington DC serving kids, teens, adults, couples, and families. The practice offers a unified service model combining advanced Western psychotherapy with Eastern healing traditions including mindfulness, yoga, Qi Gong, and Ayurveda. Core offerings include Individual Therapy (for all ages), the In Tune Group Therapy Program (now in its 16th year with age-specific groups), and Parent Guidance & Coaching. Therapeutic modalities include Talk Therapies (CBT, Psychodynamic), Brain-Based Therapies (Brainspotting, EMDR, Heartmath), Expressive Therapies (play, art, sand, dance/movement), Energy Therapies (Reiki, Essential Oils, EFT), Ayurvedic Therapies, Mindful Awareness-Based Therapies (yoga, meditation, sound), Nature-Based Therapies (Walk-and-Talk), Functional Nutrition, and Animal-Assisted Therapy. The practice also offers workshops (The Art of Play, Sound Healing) and specialized clinical groups including Infants & Caregivers In Tune, Growing Together In Tune, school-age and teen In Tune groups, Art Therapy Camps, Minds In Tune for adults, and Aging with Intention services. All services emphasize whole-person, mind-body-spirit care.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Therapy One-on-one psychotherapy sessions for children, teens, adults, couples, and families addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, and other mental health concerns using integrative approaches combining Western psychotherapy with Eastern healing traditions.
• In Tune Group Therapy Program Mindfulness-based and relationship-focused clinical groups for kids, teens, young adults, and new parents, now in its 16th year, offering age-specific therapeutic groups including elementary, middle school, high school, and parent-infant programs.
• Parent Guidance and Coaching Sessions focused on strengthening caregiver-child connection, increasing parental confidence, and understanding child behavior communication through collaborative and practical support.
• The Art of Play Workshop An experiential workshop exploring how play restores creativity, balance, and vitality, facilitated by Liz Hagerman, LPC, BC-DMT. Priced at $65 per person per workshop.
• Sound Healing Workshop Workshop exploring the science behind sound healing with guided immersive experiences designed to support the nervous system and restore balance. Priced at $45 per attendee.
• Infants and Caregivers In Tune Group 7-week parent-infant wellness group for newborns (6 weeks to 5 months) and caregivers, drawing on Emmi Pikler's research on infant competence and care focusing on attachment and attunement.
• Growing Together In Tune Group 6-week parent-baby group for 'locomoting' babies (~6-12 months) focusing on early foundations of movement, attachment, and parent-baby relationship unfolding in the first year.
• 7th and 8th Grade Girls In Tune: Compassion in Action 11-week after-school expressive therapy group for middle-school girls focusing on self-compassion, confidence building, and managing worries through values-based activities.
• 5th and 6th Grade Girls In Tune: Riding the Wave 11-week after-school group for 5th and 6th grade girls integrating expressive play, art, talk, and mind-body practices for emotional regulation and healthy friendships.
• Mood and Movement Summer Mini-Group 5-session summer mini-series for rising 4th and 5th graders focusing on foundations of well-being through movement, mindfulness activities, and essential oils.
• Boys In-Tune Summer Mini-Group 4-session summer mini-group for 5th to 7th grade boys helping build friendships, communication skills, self-confidence, and mindfulness through interactive games and activities.
• Minds In Tune Group 4-week course for adults cultivating mindful presence and well-being, drawing on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and iRest Yoga Nidra practices.
• Art Therapy Camps Week-long art therapy camps for children ages 8-11 and teens ages 12-15 providing creative outlets for emotional expression, self-esteem building, and social skill development.
• Transition to College with Confidence 6-week skill-building group for college-bound teens covering authenticity, healthy relationships, stress management, and boundary-setting.
• Aging with Intention and Life Transitions Sessions Individual support, life review, and guidance for adults navigating midlife and beyond, including caregiver support, end-of-career transitions, and end-of-life planning.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced anxiety, increased focus and attention, happier relationships, greater calm, creativity, and well-being through combining psychotherapy with mindful awareness

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Linda Feldman (Circle Yoga)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYoga and mindfulness instructor who shares the Center's holistic healing philosophy. Offers classes for all ages at Circle Yoga with specialized programs for children. Provides one-on-one therapeutic yoga sessions tailored to unique needs. Partners with the Center to teach in therapeutic groups and wellness workshops. Trained in E-RYT, RCYT, and YACEP certifications.
• Belinda Baer (Wise Woman Ayurveda)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified Ayurvedic Practitioner providing treatments to Center clients and training therapists in understanding anxiety, depression, and mental health challenges through the lens of Ayurveda. Founded Wise Woman Ayurveda in 2011, certified by NAMA standards, 200-hour Kripalu certified yoga teacher (2001), 300-hour certified Kripalu Ayurveda Yoga Specialist (2015).
• Lana Reed (Poet Qi Gong)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerQi Gong instructor who teaches weekly online Qi Gong classes and occasional workshops. Referrals made to her classes and workshops where clients and families learn inward attunement and connection. Also a world-leader in children's yoga and founder of Radiant Child Yoga training program.
• Aaron Stiner (Rising Sun Wellness)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNationally Certified Classical Homeopath (CCH) providing natural, holistic wellness approaches for adults, teens, and children. Offers personalized homeopathic care focusing on understanding the whole person including physical, emotional, and environmental factors.
• Patricia Long (The True Pathfinder)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMSW, RDT, LCSW-C who facilitates the Sound Healing Workshop at the Center, bringing expertise in the power of sound, music, and silence for nervous system regulation and deep rest.
• Loveland FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Center commits to financially supporting the Loveland Foundation therapy fund, which provides therapy opportunities to Black women and girls, as part of their equity and inclusion commitment.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Charlie Health: Virtual intensive outpatient program (IOP) and group therapy provider for adolescents and young adults. Comparable focus on youth mental health and group-based clinical delivery, though delivered virtually rather than in-person.
• Mantra Health: Digital mental health provider focused on college students and young adults with therapy and psychiatry services. Comparable young-adult mental health focus and group program delivery, though delivered virtually and at earlier scale stage.
• Brightside Health: Telehealth mental health provider offering therapy and medication management across anxiety and depression. Comparable outpatient mental health positioning, though tech-enabled and virtual-first rather than locally-anchored.

Regional players

• Pacific Anxiety Group: Specialty outpatient anxiety and OCD treatment practice in California offering individual therapy, groups, and intensive programs. Comparable group-therapy productization and specialty focus, though operating in a different geography.

Broad incumbents

• Linden Oaks Behavioral Health: Mid-size behavioral health system providing outpatient, inpatient, and partial-hospitalization services across the Chicago suburbs. Comparable comprehensive behavioral health service breadth across ages and acuity levels, though at much larger scale.
• Sheppard Pratt: Large nonprofit behavioral health system providing outpatient therapy, residential, and specialty programs across the Mid-Atlantic. Comparable lifespan mental health service portfolio, though operating at significantly larger institutional scale.

Direct peers

• The Ross Center for Anxiety and Depression: Outpatient psychotherapy practice in NW Washington DC treating anxiety, depression, and related conditions across ages. Most directly comparable local peer given shared DC geography, outpatient therapy model, and breadth of lifespan services.
• Two Chairs: Tech-enabled outpatient therapy practice operating multiple physical locations with curated therapist matching. Comparable full-stack private therapy practice model, though at larger scale and with stronger technology infrastructure.
• The Hallowell Center: Specialty outpatient mental health centers known for integrative, strengths-based treatment of ADHD, mood, and anxiety across the lifespan. Comparable to The Center for Family Well-Being in its holistic, whole-person treatment philosophy and multi-site-but-local practice model.

Others

• Circle Yoga (Linda Feldman): Yoga and mindfulness studio referenced as a referral partner of The Center. Comparable integrative mind-body practice philosophy and adjacent positioning as a community-based wellness service for children and adults.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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