Therapists in Rockville, MD
Patrick E Connealy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, EDPNA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Not accepting new clients
I've been a therapist for 35 years. I've worked in the public and private sectors with those suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Personality Disorders, and those with serious mental illness.
I've been a therapist for 35 years. I've worked in the public and private sectors with those suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Personality Disorders, and those with serious mental illness.
Rodney LaMar Horton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
Do you feel like you can't stay focused and everything distracts you? Are you struggling to connect with your parents or family? You may be someone who wishes to resolve relationship disagreements. Regardless of your background, story, or reason for seeking therapy, I am committed to being a listening ear and an empowering presence. I am Rodney Horton, Jr., and I aim to assist you with personal, familial, and relationship struggles. No problem is too big to handle when you have help, and I would be honored to offer that help. The focus is on you and what you need, however, I would like to briefly introduce myself.
Do you feel like you can't stay focused and everything distracts you? Are you struggling to connect with your parents or family? You may be someone who wishes to resolve relationship disagreements. Regardless of your background, story, or reason for seeking therapy, I am committed to being a listening ear and an empowering presence. I am Rodney Horton, Jr., and I aim to assist you with personal, familial, and relationship struggles. No problem is too big to handle when you have help, and I would be honored to offer that help. The focus is on you and what you need, however, I would like to briefly introduce myself.
Dahlia Topolosky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and live up to their potential. My role as a therapist is to help you find meaning in your life and access your own inner creativity and strengths. If you are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or are having difficulty navigating daily stresses and relationships, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment to address issues that are interfering with ones ability to function optimally as well as teach skills that reduce stress and build self-esteem.
I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and live up to their potential. My role as a therapist is to help you find meaning in your life and access your own inner creativity and strengths. If you are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, or are having difficulty navigating daily stresses and relationships, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment to address issues that are interfering with ones ability to function optimally as well as teach skills that reduce stress and build self-esteem.
Haley A Lawrence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
My name is Haley Lawrence, and I am a clinical social worker (LCSW-C). I attended McDaniel College and received my Bachelors of Arts in Social Work (BSW) in 2016. Following undergraduate, I attended University of Maryland and received my Masters in Social Work (MSW) in 2018. I have experience conducting both individual and family therapy. I have worked with the following: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma, and behavioral issues. I practice using the following interventions: CBT, DBT, anger management skill building, relationship skill building, and supportive talk therapy.
My name is Haley Lawrence, and I am a clinical social worker (LCSW-C). I attended McDaniel College and received my Bachelors of Arts in Social Work (BSW) in 2016. Following undergraduate, I attended University of Maryland and received my Masters in Social Work (MSW) in 2018. I have experience conducting both individual and family therapy. I have worked with the following: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma, and behavioral issues. I practice using the following interventions: CBT, DBT, anger management skill building, relationship skill building, and supportive talk therapy.
Sequence Counseling & Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
How does anyone choose a therapist? The variety of options are daunting, and while many, many people have been to or go to a therapist, it is not a topic easily discussed, so it can be hard to find a recommendation. Many people resort to picking the person whose face looked nice, or went to a school they recognize, or work in a convenient location or accept their insurance. Often these techniques are sufficient, but when they are not it is a great loss, as it takes so much courage to look for a therapist in the first place.
How does anyone choose a therapist? The variety of options are daunting, and while many, many people have been to or go to a therapist, it is not a topic easily discussed, so it can be hard to find a recommendation. Many people resort to picking the person whose face looked nice, or went to a school they recognize, or work in a convenient location or accept their insurance. Often these techniques are sufficient, but when they are not it is a great loss, as it takes so much courage to look for a therapist in the first place.
Sarah Gilden
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with a sense of identity? Wishing that you'd pursued something and now it's "too late?" We're raised to believe that there is a particular timeline our lives need to follow, but in reality, everyone's path and timeline are different. It's never too late to make a change and no matter who we are, or where we are in our lives, we are all capable of change. It's my goal to help you work towards achieving YOUR goals (even if you haven't quite figured out those goals yet).
Are you struggling with a sense of identity? Wishing that you'd pursued something and now it's "too late?" We're raised to believe that there is a particular timeline our lives need to follow, but in reality, everyone's path and timeline are different. It's never too late to make a change and no matter who we are, or where we are in our lives, we are all capable of change. It's my goal to help you work towards achieving YOUR goals (even if you haven't quite figured out those goals yet).
Dr. Elizabeth Nyang
Counselor, EdD, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
I have over 15 years of experience working with clients and couples. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, meditation, and Tai Chi into my work with my clients with issues with anxiety, depression, stress, life issues, and relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely used form of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This involves cognitive restructuring or identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors. I use the Gottman method when working with couples. Website: www.selfunderstanding,org and Tel 301 309 4230
I have over 15 years of experience working with clients and couples. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, meditation, and Tai Chi into my work with my clients with issues with anxiety, depression, stress, life issues, and relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely used form of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This involves cognitive restructuring or identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors. I use the Gottman method when working with couples. Website: www.selfunderstanding,org and Tel 301 309 4230
Breighone Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I can help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I can help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
Sierra Coleman - The Haven Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852 (Online Only)
My name is Sierra Coleman, and helping people is my calling. I feel lucky to be able to call myself a therapist as it’s my passion. I believe that each client has their own unique set of challenges and responds in their own way to different interventions, therefore my orientation is deeply person centered with an emphasis on experiential therapy. I believe that problems are interwoven parts of the whole person (mind, body, environment, and the interpersonal) and see counseling as a collaborative process to empower my clients.
My name is Sierra Coleman, and helping people is my calling. I feel lucky to be able to call myself a therapist as it’s my passion. I believe that each client has their own unique set of challenges and responds in their own way to different interventions, therefore my orientation is deeply person centered with an emphasis on experiential therapy. I believe that problems are interwoven parts of the whole person (mind, body, environment, and the interpersonal) and see counseling as a collaborative process to empower my clients.
Gertrud Irmgard Classen-Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, Welcome to collaborative and solution based help to experience joy, success and purpose in your life. For over 25 years I have worked with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children in Maryland. My practice is culturally and ethnically diverse. I founded the group practice Classen-Miller & Associates which offers a full range of clinical approaches for all age groups with our licensed clinicians reflecting the full diversity of our community.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, Welcome to collaborative and solution based help to experience joy, success and purpose in your life. For over 25 years I have worked with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children in Maryland. My practice is culturally and ethnically diverse. I founded the group practice Classen-Miller & Associates which offers a full range of clinical approaches for all age groups with our licensed clinicians reflecting the full diversity of our community.
Meg McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MTS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20855
I've been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 11 years. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, survivors of domestic and sexual violence, parenting struggles, and families experiencing difficulties. My approach to therapy is Humanistic and Person-Centered, believing the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for creating positive change.
I've been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 11 years. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, survivors of domestic and sexual violence, parenting struggles, and families experiencing difficulties. My approach to therapy is Humanistic and Person-Centered, believing the therapeutic relationship is the foundation for creating positive change.
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Brendan Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Brendan believes in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals. He has a deep admiration and respect for those who have experienced trauma or other difficult life circumstances have come to therapy looking for help. Brendan sees the client as the true expert in their own life and he sees himself as a guide and mentor along the way. He prefers to be genuine, authentic and takes a humanistic approach in the therapy process. He recognizes life’s challenges can feel overwhelming and believes we all carry the capacity to heal within.
Brendan believes in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals. He has a deep admiration and respect for those who have experienced trauma or other difficult life circumstances have come to therapy looking for help. Brendan sees the client as the true expert in their own life and he sees himself as a guide and mentor along the way. He prefers to be genuine, authentic and takes a humanistic approach in the therapy process. He recognizes life’s challenges can feel overwhelming and believes we all carry the capacity to heal within.
Kimberley Brams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852 (Online Only)
For more than 25 years, I've been assisting adults, teenagers, seniors, couples, and families facing a wide range of life's difficulties, which include but are not confined to stress, anxiety, and depression.
For more than 25 years, I've been assisting adults, teenagers, seniors, couples, and families facing a wide range of life's difficulties, which include but are not confined to stress, anxiety, and depression.
Dr. Gerald Thomas Lui
PhD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20853
Our life experiences, particularly our early relationships, shape how we view ourselves and others and navigate relationships. We might be grateful for some experiences that helped you manage your life and relationships well. But some experiences may be painful and challenging to process, understand, and come to terms with. As a result, we have learned to compensate for these difficult life experiences and have developed ways of living that caused us to be stuck in patterns that may have resulted in us feeling depressed, anxious, and lonely and having difficulties with forming supportive relationships.
Our life experiences, particularly our early relationships, shape how we view ourselves and others and navigate relationships. We might be grateful for some experiences that helped you manage your life and relationships well. But some experiences may be painful and challenging to process, understand, and come to terms with. As a result, we have learned to compensate for these difficult life experiences and have developed ways of living that caused us to be stuck in patterns that may have resulted in us feeling depressed, anxious, and lonely and having difficulties with forming supportive relationships.
Nita Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
Hi and welcome. I am a licensed psychotherapist with over two decades of professional experience in various mental health settings, including roles as an inpatient social worker, outpatient group therapist, Employee Assistance Program counselor, and private practitioner. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients from diverse age groups, backgrounds, and facing a wide range of challenges. I am adept at supporting individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and work-related stress. My therapeutic approach is centered on my clients' needs, offering empathy and fostering collaboration.
Hi and welcome. I am a licensed psychotherapist with over two decades of professional experience in various mental health settings, including roles as an inpatient social worker, outpatient group therapist, Employee Assistance Program counselor, and private practitioner. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients from diverse age groups, backgrounds, and facing a wide range of challenges. I am adept at supporting individuals grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and work-related stress. My therapeutic approach is centered on my clients' needs, offering empathy and fostering collaboration.
Mayra Rondon-Tineo
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
In therapy, my goal is for us to develop a relationship that will assist you in developing and cultivating the coping skills necessary to manage difficulties you are experiencing in life. I have had the privilege of working with various populations and age groups; this has allowed me to witness first hand the challenges an adult or child can encounter that leads them to seek treatment. My passion is to assist and guide children and adolescents through what can often be a difficult journey in life.
In therapy, my goal is for us to develop a relationship that will assist you in developing and cultivating the coping skills necessary to manage difficulties you are experiencing in life. I have had the privilege of working with various populations and age groups; this has allowed me to witness first hand the challenges an adult or child can encounter that leads them to seek treatment. My passion is to assist and guide children and adolescents through what can often be a difficult journey in life.
Tift Pelias
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Has the pandemic changed your world? Feeling stuck? Experiencing a lack of motivation? Are you struggling with pain from a chronic health issue or pain from daily life frustration? Are you always anxious, angry or depressed? Feel distant from your true self? Therapy can help you to break through the pain to be where you want to be. Warm, supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic exploration can help you to reconnect with or discover the person outside the pain, who is not just a medical diagnosis, an adult child of an alcoholic, your profession, an angry/depressed/anxious person but the real you and your full potential.
Has the pandemic changed your world? Feeling stuck? Experiencing a lack of motivation? Are you struggling with pain from a chronic health issue or pain from daily life frustration? Are you always anxious, angry or depressed? Feel distant from your true self? Therapy can help you to break through the pain to be where you want to be. Warm, supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic exploration can help you to reconnect with or discover the person outside the pain, who is not just a medical diagnosis, an adult child of an alcoholic, your profession, an angry/depressed/anxious person but the real you and your full potential.
Samuel Rosenblatt
Counselor, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
I support my clients with developing a strong identity, self-esteem, and making positive changes in their lives. I also provide great tools and strategies to help with anxiety, depression, and stress. I am flexible in my approach to helping others, so whatever your needs are... I am confident that we can create an experience that works well for you. I enjoy working with a wide range of clients (ages, situations, and reasons for counseling). I do particularly well with teenagers and young adults, and I also really enjoy working with professionals who want to create more balance, health, & wellness in their lives.
I support my clients with developing a strong identity, self-esteem, and making positive changes in their lives. I also provide great tools and strategies to help with anxiety, depression, and stress. I am flexible in my approach to helping others, so whatever your needs are... I am confident that we can create an experience that works well for you. I enjoy working with a wide range of clients (ages, situations, and reasons for counseling). I do particularly well with teenagers and young adults, and I also really enjoy working with professionals who want to create more balance, health, & wellness in their lives.
Mark Heaney
Counselor, LGPC, CPT
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am not currently accepting new clients.
I am not currently accepting new clients.
Rita Etter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
I am an LCSW-C therapist who works with adults and couples. Life has a way of presenting people with challenges that may cause you to want to seek counseling to help you navigate your way through life's ups and downs. Sometimes these challenges make us feel stuck and uncertain, whether it be relationship issues, divorce, intimacy, death of a loved one, loss of a job, grief, suicide survivor, identity crisis, family conflict, addiction, processing trauma, sexual orientation, communicating or relating better, building coping skills and resilience, etc., or simply feeling like you are at a crossroads and not sure what to do next.
I am an LCSW-C therapist who works with adults and couples. Life has a way of presenting people with challenges that may cause you to want to seek counseling to help you navigate your way through life's ups and downs. Sometimes these challenges make us feel stuck and uncertain, whether it be relationship issues, divorce, intimacy, death of a loved one, loss of a job, grief, suicide survivor, identity crisis, family conflict, addiction, processing trauma, sexual orientation, communicating or relating better, building coping skills and resilience, etc., or simply feeling like you are at a crossroads and not sure what to do next.
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Number of Therapists in Rockville, MD
900+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Rockville, MD who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
79% | Self Esteem |
78% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Coping Skills |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
75% | CareFirst |
58% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Rockville, MD see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Rockville?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.