Providing Counseling and Psychotherapy for Individuals, Couples, and Families on Whidbey Island WA

Hello, My name is Colin Lindborg. Welcome.  Feel free to take off your digital shoes, take several deep breaths, and relax into an exploration of whether or not you feel we might be a good fit as therapist and client.

I grew up in the stifling suburbs of Orange County California, often feeling like I didn’t belong, but not understanding why I felt this way. I attended the University of California in Irvine (after many years of exploration at a local community college) and received a degree in Psychology and Social Behavior. I experienced some real disillusionment, and I left my suburban life to live and work at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, CA where I attended a number of experiential workshops, developing a holistic view of the human organism as being embedded in multiple overlapping systems and intimately connected (though through the ego, experiencing a deep sense of disconnection and aloneness).

I have been drawn to this work, because I have experienced my own struggles and heartbreaks. Since deciding to leave Southern California in 2006, I have been lucky enough to stumble across a number of caring individuals who helped me get back on my own feet and find my own “internal compass” and resources, and rediscover a sense of my own connectedness and belonging in our world. These individuals helped me to seek out new horizons for myself and after these challenges and recoveries I can’t imagine any other honor greater than supporting others in similar ways. Have you come to a loose end in your own life and don’t know which direction to turn? Have you lost relationships close to you (through death, or a relational break) and are dealing with intense feelings of sadness, anger, or hopelessness around these losses? Are you having challenges with your relationships (or even challenges creating the relationships you want in life)? Are you feeling disconnected from your relationships, your work, your passions, your self? I have pursued this work due to my earnest desire to see others and support them exactly where they are. Among other things, I want to help you discover and recover your inner strengths, resiliency, resources, and talents so that you can use them to create the life you want, to live a life you love. I want to help you build relational skills to create the relationships you want in this life.

I spend my free time entertaining my love of dance and other therapeutic movement practices, walking or simply being in nature, reading/taking workshops to continue my own growth, and watching some occasional film or television program. I also have a passion for cooking and love making meals with and for the people I care about! Being around animals (primarily dogs and horses) is also a source of meaning and comfort for me. 

Here, our professionals know that dental health is not just about white smiles: it’s about having strong teeth and healthy gums. It’s about prolonging the simple joy of eating delicious things! Our mission is to help our patients accomplish these goals in a painless, compassionate, and efficient way.

We aim to educate our patients in a safe environment while offering them necessary comprehensive care. We understand that many people have anxiety about dental treatment, so we created a soothing environment and a scheduling system that never keeps you waiting long. By combining the latest technology with traditional techniques, we give our patients the best care in the District.

Tobias Keene, D.D.S.

Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park.

Ava Lee-Sherazi, D.D.S.

Dr. Lee-Sherazi is from Baltimore, MD. Her interest in dentistry began after she chipped her tooth in the 8th grade. She was fascinated by how her own dentist had fixed it better than new. In 2003, she graduated from Nameless College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. In 2007, she earned her Doctorate in Dental Surgery at World University’s School of Dentistry, where she studied under Dr. Baltas. She specializes in orthodontia and oral surgery and is a member of the 123 Dental Association. During her spare time, she kickboxes and runs with her wife.

Derek Shin, RDH

In 2007, Derek Shin earned his dental hygiene associate’s degree at Untitled Technical College right here in Washington, D.C. He started at Keene Dental in 2008. As a District native, he treats all his patients with the familiarity of a neighbor. He’s passionate about bringing considered, quality care to all people, and devotes a lot of time volunteering his services at free clinics. He loves spending time with his dog and watching science fiction films with his partner.

Maja Peterson , Office Manager

Maja earned her associate's degree in Office Administration at Nameless College. In 2000, she moved to Washington, D.C. with her husband and joined the Keene Dental team. She is a scheduling extraordinaire and prides herself in having developed the system that keeps patient wait time under five minutes. As an interior design enthusiast, she took it upon herself to create an inviting atmosphere for our office. She enjoys rock climbing, painting, and video games.