Sonya Avendano

Licensed Professional Counselor · Sole Proprietor

mental health Washington, DC

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years
since Jul 2017

Experience

Licensed Professional CounselorCurrent
Sole Proprietor
Since Jul 2017 · 9 years · Washington, DC

Education

University of Maryland University College
Master's degree
2014 – 2016
Trinity University-Washington
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) · Human Resources Development
2010 – 2013
Hood College
2006 – 2010

Skills

Microsoft Word Powerpoint Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Public Speaking Customer Service Research Teamwork Photoshop Social Media English Html Sales Management Marketing Management Data Entry Time Management Nonprofits Event Planning Interviews Recruiting Facebook Human Resources Training Editing Team Building Community Outreach Leadership Hiring

About Sole Proprietor

Industry
Defense & Space

Professional Overview

Sonya Avendano is a Licensed Professional Counselor, currently affiliated with Sole Proprietor, based in Washington, DC. As a mental health, Avendano contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Washington, DC. They have been with Sole Proprietor for 9 years. Avendano holds academic credentials, including Master's degree and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Human Resources Development, from University of Maryland University College and Trinity University-Washington. Core competencies include Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking. Sole Proprietor operates in the Defense & Space sector. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Washington, DC healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Sonya Avendano is one of them.
  • 184 mental health professionals are based in DC (out of 4,172 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 18,542 contacts at Sole Proprietor are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in DC: $46,000 – $115,000 (median $67,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in DC: Sole Proprietor (14), Private Practice (6), District Of Columbia Public Schools (Dcps) (6).
  • 4% of mental health professionals in DC hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 78% of mental health professionals in DC have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sonya Avendano located?

Sonya Avendano is based in Washington, DC. They are currently affiliated with Sole Proprietor.

What is Sonya Avendano's specialty?

Sonya Avendano specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Professional Counselor.

Where does Sonya Avendano currently work?

Sonya Avendano currently works at Sole Proprietor. They have been there for 9 years.

What is Sonya Avendano's educational background?

Sonya Avendano attended University of Maryland University College and Trinity University-Washington.

How do I contact Sonya Avendano for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a mental health professional?

Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a mental health professional in DC?

mental health professionals in DC typically earn $46,000 to $115,000 annually, with a median of $67,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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