The Wright Direction
Onwards and Upwards
The Wright Direction is a comprehensive mental health practice that offers compassionate, culturally sensitive, and evidenced-based mental health care to adults.
Seven Key Principles of The Wright Direction
Meet
Dr. Simone
Gillon-Wright
Dr. Gillon-Wright, warmly known as Dr. Wright, is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Wright Direction. She specializes in providing direct care and conducting psychological evaluations across diverse settings, including forensic facilities, community health clinics, and private practice.
Her expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, such as chronic and severe mental illnesses, complex trauma, comorbid conditions, learning disabilities, and systemic issues related to family and environment.
Dr. Wright is deeply committed to mental health education and is highly sought after to deliver talks and trainings on mental health well-being, stigma, racial trauma, and general self-care. Her work as a speaker across the nation and as an Adjunct Professor exemplifies her dedication to community involvement and education.
As a clinician, Dr. Wright is passionate about nurturing individual growth, fostering cultural awareness, and cultivating inclusive and safe spaces. She champions self-care and self-compassion and is dedicated to supporting individuals from all backgrounds in their journeys towards mental well-being.
Services
Therapy Services
Adult Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Federal Employees
Therapy for Veterans
Evaluative Services
Psychological Evaluations
– Psychoeducational Evaluation
– Clinical Evaluation
– Comprehensive Evaluation
Forensic Evaluations
DOT Substance Abuse Professional
Consultation & Speaking
Corporate Consultations
Dynamic Workshops and Keynotes
Rates & Insurance
Individual & Couples Treatment range from $250 to $350 / session.
Session length can range from 45 to 80 minutes
Psychological evaluations begin at $200/hour.
Forensic evaluations begin at $250/hour.
DOT Qualified SAP Evaluations range from $600 to $1,500.
We do not accept insurance, and we do not participate with Medicaid. We are considered Out-of-Network Providers, which means we do not directly bill insurance companies.
However, insurance can still assist in payment for mental health services as your health insurance may reimburse you for a percentage of the cost based upon your coverage.
For more information, contact your insurance carrier utilizing the number on the back of your insurance card and ask the following questions:
Past & Present
Partnerships
Common Questions
The primary goals of the complimentary consultation are to gain an understanding of your reason for referral and to answer any questions, comments, or concerns that you might have. Logistics about the service you are seeking will also be shared. The complimentary consultation is also an opportunity to establish a connection and determine if The Wright Direction is an appropriate fit to address your concerns or inquiry.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. Whenever you need emergency emotional support or are worried about someone else, additional resources include the Here2Help Hotline (410-433-5175) and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255), which can also be reached by dialing 988. The 988 helpline is free and confidential.
A Clinical Psychologist is a trained mental health professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating emotional, psychological, and behavioral issues. Clinical Psychologists use a variety of evidenced-based interventions to help individuals work through challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and more. Unlike Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists generally do not prescribe medication but provide therapy and psychological assessments. Engaging with a Clinical Psychologist is a collaborative process where clients and clinicians work together to explore underlying causes of distress, identify patterns in thinking or behavior, and create practical steps for change. The goal is to help clients gain insight into their difficulties, develop coping strategies, and improve their well-being.
Forensic Psychology is the intersection between law and psychology. Forensic Psychologists apply their knowledge of human behavior to assist with legal cases, investigations, and legal decisions. Their role is to understand how mental health and psychological factors might influence how one thinks, feels, and behaves. Forensic Psychologists are specially trained to interact with attorneys, judges, and jurors in order to provide expert opinions in criminal or civil legal proceedings.
If you are unable to attend your session, we encourage you to reach out and reschedule in advance to ensure continuity of care. Please cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled appointment. If a cancellation notice is not received within 48 hours of your appointment or if a no show occurs, the full-service fee will be charged.
Your comfort is a priority. If you believe that another provider might be a better fit, please let us know so that appropriate referrals can be made.
For therapy, currently, we only offer virtual sessions. Evaluation services are offered in-person and virtual, depending on the request. Please contact us for further information regarding evaluations.
Dr. Gillon-Wright is independently licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington State. She is also licensed in 40+ additional states under PSYPACT, which is an inter-jurisdictional licensing board for Psychologists that allows for practice across state lines.
To see if your state is included, visit the PSYCPACT website
Feel free to contact us for more information. We look forward to connecting with you!
Contact Us
The Wright Direction
5557 Baltimore Ave
Suite 500-973
Hyattsville, Maryland 20781
202-630-4439