Welcome to Hidden Elephant Therapy

Rick Conway brings years of experience in community-based and clinical settings. His training included internships at Whitman-Walker Health and Children’s National Medical Center, where he supported patients facing complex emotional and medical challenges. After working in group and community-based practices, Rick launched Hidden Elephant Therapy in January 2023 to focus on individualized, client-centered care.

In recognition of his dedication to multicultural work, Rick received the Katherine J. Williams and Prasad Family Multicultural Award in 2018. He often reflects on the saying: “There is an elephant in the room that we are not talking about.” Rick is dedicated to helping you find what you may need to talk about, creating a space where unspoken struggles can finally be addressed with compassion.

My practice supports children, teens, and adults dealing with a wide range of concerns, including:

• Depression and anxiety
• Work-related stress and burnout
• Bullying and post-COVID developmental challenges
• Childhood trauma and attachment issues
• LGBTQIA+ concerns, gender identity, and sexual orientation

No matter what brings you to therapy, I aim to create a space where your voice and experiences are honored.

At Hidden Elephant Therapy, I draw on evidence-based and creative methods to meet each client’s needs:

• Art Therapy – Using creative expression to process emotions in new ways.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Helping clients recognize and shift unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior.
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Building psychological flexibility and aligning actions with values.
• Person-First, Humanistic Approach – Grounded in respect, empathy, and Rogerian principles.

By combining traditional talk therapy with expressive and holistic techniques, I help clients develop tools for resilience, self-understanding, and growth.