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Rachel Ravin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Children learn how to initiate and engage in appropriate conversations, respect personal boundaries, and join others in play.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping children, adolescents, and their families. I have extensive experience working with preschoolers, school-aged children, and adolescents with social, emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, social difficulties, learning disorders, divorce, and loss. Kids are sometimes sad when they sit by themselves at lunch. Others may be frustrated when they are not picked for games. Children may not have the social language skills, impulse control, social judgment, and/or abilities to develop and maintain friendships. I help children and adolescents develop these skills in individual and group therapy.
Children learn how to initiate and engage in appropriate conversations, respect personal boundaries, and join others in play.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping children, adolescents, and their families. I have extensive experience working with preschoolers, school-aged children, and adolescents with social, emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, social difficulties, learning disorders, divorce, and loss. Kids are sometimes sad when they sit by themselves at lunch. Others may be frustrated when they are not picked for games. Children may not have the social language skills, impulse control, social judgment, and/or abilities to develop and maintain friendships. I help children and adolescents develop these skills in individual and group therapy.
(443) 666-3339 View (443) 666-3339
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Healing Harmony Health & Wellness with Shana LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
Trauma shatters your world and the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Finding your wellness requires having a therapist who understands your needs. We specialize in working with trauma and its related disorders. We bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for our clients. With children, we use play therapy and emotional regulation tools to facilitate and increase the child's wellness. For adolescents and adults, we create a warm self-honoring environment that increases in their ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, relationships, anxieties, and fears.
Trauma shatters your world and the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Finding your wellness requires having a therapist who understands your needs. We specialize in working with trauma and its related disorders. We bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for our clients. With children, we use play therapy and emotional regulation tools to facilitate and increase the child's wellness. For adolescents and adults, we create a warm self-honoring environment that increases in their ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, relationships, anxieties, and fears.
(240) 453-4828 View (240) 453-4828
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Amphora Psychotherapy
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
art, play, sand tray), and somatic experiencing to foster resilience, process trauma, improve self-image, and reconnect with your sense of joy and wonder.
Hello, and welcome! What a big step you've taken by looking for help; we know it wasn't easy, but you made it! Amphora Psychotherapy was created out of our passion for supporting people on their journey to finding themselves. Along the way, our top priority is to hold compassionate space for all of you - all of your joy and sorrow, your fear and anger, your old wounds and new. We specialize in working with adults struggling with numbness, anger, depression, anxiety, codependency, or low self-esteem due to trauma related to relationships, family, or adverse experiences.
art, play, sand tray), and somatic experiencing to foster resilience, process trauma, improve self-image, and reconnect with your sense of joy and wonder.
Hello, and welcome! What a big step you've taken by looking for help; we know it wasn't easy, but you made it! Amphora Psychotherapy was created out of our passion for supporting people on their journey to finding themselves. Along the way, our top priority is to hold compassionate space for all of you - all of your joy and sorrow, your fear and anger, your old wounds and new. We specialize in working with adults struggling with numbness, anger, depression, anxiety, codependency, or low self-esteem due to trauma related to relationships, family, or adverse experiences.
(301) 381-3491 View (301) 381-3491
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Philip B Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902
I am trained in a psychodynamic and relational approach that includes the use of play therapy, art, music, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness. I have spent the last 20 years working clinically with children and adolescents in school settings in Baltimore City, Montgomery County and Prince Georges County. I currently combine my work as a school counselor in a special education facility with private practice.
I am trained in a psychodynamic and relational approach that includes the use of play therapy, art, music, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness. I have spent the last 20 years working clinically with children and adolescents in school settings in Baltimore City, Montgomery County and Prince Georges County. I currently combine my work as a school counselor in a special education facility with private practice.
(240) 560-5252 View (240) 560-5252
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Moshe Holzer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
No Crunch Counseling: Clear, Grounded, Connected. I provide a comfortable setting to understand what you are experiencing and learn skills to move forward. I help individuals, couples, and families gain clarity and connection. Relationships have the potential for love, understanding, and security. When this is not present, the effects can be painful and isolating. Our relationship with ourselves is the same way. We sometimes feel frustrated, stuck, or overwhelmed. With the right tools, we can have clear thinking, manage challenges, and feel content.
No Crunch Counseling: Clear, Grounded, Connected. I provide a comfortable setting to understand what you are experiencing and learn skills to move forward. I help individuals, couples, and families gain clarity and connection. Relationships have the potential for love, understanding, and security. When this is not present, the effects can be painful and isolating. Our relationship with ourselves is the same way. We sometimes feel frustrated, stuck, or overwhelmed. With the right tools, we can have clear thinking, manage challenges, and feel content.
(301) 769-7782 View (301) 769-7782
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Rose Velez-Miggins
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, RT, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
Are you, your partner, or your family impacted by disability and looking for a safe space to navigate individual, interpersonal, or romantic relationships? I am here to tell you that you are not alone. Many barriers to holistic wellness are amplified by disability and together, we can find ways to reduce them. I aim to help people feel seen, be heard, and experience love through an individualized person-centered approach, using activity-based treatment interventions, and community reintegration.
Are you, your partner, or your family impacted by disability and looking for a safe space to navigate individual, interpersonal, or romantic relationships? I am here to tell you that you are not alone. Many barriers to holistic wellness are amplified by disability and together, we can find ways to reduce them. I aim to help people feel seen, be heard, and experience love through an individualized person-centered approach, using activity-based treatment interventions, and community reintegration.
(443) 412-8512 View (443) 412-8512
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McGuire Therapeutic Services
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wheaton, MD 20902
We provide a therapeutic atmosphere for individual, child, group and family therapy. We believe in encouraging personal, relationship and spiritual growth. Clients who work with us report experiencing greater levels of personal growth and alleviation of symptoms as they increase in self understanding and self-compassion. Our areas of specialty include grief counseling, anxiety/depression, premarital and faith-based therapy. We also provide wellness Spa Services in both Lanham and Wheaton MD. Book with us today!
We provide a therapeutic atmosphere for individual, child, group and family therapy. We believe in encouraging personal, relationship and spiritual growth. Clients who work with us report experiencing greater levels of personal growth and alleviation of symptoms as they increase in self understanding and self-compassion. Our areas of specialty include grief counseling, anxiety/depression, premarital and faith-based therapy. We also provide wellness Spa Services in both Lanham and Wheaton MD. Book with us today!
(301) 852-7470 View (301) 852-7470
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Mishawna Washington
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Are you a young adult with anxiety and no one to talk to? Are you a teenager trying to cope with social anxiety and depression? Are you a parent with a child that has some concerning behaviors who is struggling to find their place in society and you don't know where to turn for help? Have you been searching for a therapist only to be added to a year long waitlist? If so, now's your opportunity to change all that. I am currently available and accepting new clients for either in-person therapy or virtual. If the child in under 10 years old, I prefer to do in-person. For children older than 10 years old, virtual is a viable option.
Are you a young adult with anxiety and no one to talk to? Are you a teenager trying to cope with social anxiety and depression? Are you a parent with a child that has some concerning behaviors who is struggling to find their place in society and you don't know where to turn for help? Have you been searching for a therapist only to be added to a year long waitlist? If so, now's your opportunity to change all that. I am currently available and accepting new clients for either in-person therapy or virtual. If the child in under 10 years old, I prefer to do in-person. For children older than 10 years old, virtual is a viable option.
(240) 844-3201 View (240) 844-3201
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Lisa Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Knowing when to reach out for help is one of the most important things in life - I'm glad you're here. I work with clients to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and travel phobias; to navigate grief, life transitions, and relationship issues; and to establish a healthy sense of self that doesn't change with other people's opinions. I also work with individuals who aren't sure at first what they want to work on but have a vague sense that they aren't as happy as they want to be. Whatever the concern, we explore it in a safe and relaxed atmosphere and agree together on a plan to move forward.
Knowing when to reach out for help is one of the most important things in life - I'm glad you're here. I work with clients to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and travel phobias; to navigate grief, life transitions, and relationship issues; and to establish a healthy sense of self that doesn't change with other people's opinions. I also work with individuals who aren't sure at first what they want to work on but have a vague sense that they aren't as happy as they want to be. Whatever the concern, we explore it in a safe and relaxed atmosphere and agree together on a plan to move forward.
(202) 931-0849 View (202) 931-0849
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Diana Stewart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
I have seen many clients over the years and each one has been a unique individual with their own story to tell. Just as no two snowflakes are alike, no two people are alike. Allow me to help you find your own path and solutions through empowerment utilizing your unique strengths. Individuals come to see me for many reasons: Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, OCD, changes in family dynamics and other life changes. I want to provide an open, relaxed, non-judgmental environment that allows you to reach your full potential. Whatever your reason, therapy can be the first step.
I have seen many clients over the years and each one has been a unique individual with their own story to tell. Just as no two snowflakes are alike, no two people are alike. Allow me to help you find your own path and solutions through empowerment utilizing your unique strengths. Individuals come to see me for many reasons: Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, OCD, changes in family dynamics and other life changes. I want to provide an open, relaxed, non-judgmental environment that allows you to reach your full potential. Whatever your reason, therapy can be the first step.
(301) 701-4020 View (301) 701-4020
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Umniya Gabbani
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Sometimes we come across challenges that can be tough to manage on our own. If you are new to therapy, reaching out for help is a huge act of determination that takes SO much courage! My name is Umniya and I am a counselor specializing in children, adolescents, and families. I am committed to bringing a compassionate, supportive, holistic, and culturally sensitive approach to help clients process life experiences and maximize their potential. I prioritize a collaborative and eclectic approach to ensure clients achieve personal growth and self-awareness and gain insight into their problems.
Sometimes we come across challenges that can be tough to manage on our own. If you are new to therapy, reaching out for help is a huge act of determination that takes SO much courage! My name is Umniya and I am a counselor specializing in children, adolescents, and families. I am committed to bringing a compassionate, supportive, holistic, and culturally sensitive approach to help clients process life experiences and maximize their potential. I prioritize a collaborative and eclectic approach to ensure clients achieve personal growth and self-awareness and gain insight into their problems.
(240) 985-8703 View (240) 985-8703
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Abba Florans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Are you looking for someone to understand and be there for the teen or young adult in your life? Hi, I am Abba. I am friendly, encouraging, and compassionate. I see clients 12 and up experiencing difficulties at school and/or in their family settings. I spend a lot of time working with children and teens in various settings, providing me with a holistic picture of the daily challenges children and teens face. My passion is to help teens/young adults feel that they have someone who understands them and is in their corner as they navigate the complexities of the crucial developmental years.
Are you looking for someone to understand and be there for the teen or young adult in your life? Hi, I am Abba. I am friendly, encouraging, and compassionate. I see clients 12 and up experiencing difficulties at school and/or in their family settings. I spend a lot of time working with children and teens in various settings, providing me with a holistic picture of the daily challenges children and teens face. My passion is to help teens/young adults feel that they have someone who understands them and is in their corner as they navigate the complexities of the crucial developmental years.
(240) 684-8016 View (240) 684-8016
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Blu Haven Wellness Center
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
You’re struggling to overcome feelings of shock after an extremely stressful event. You’re experiencing unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, relationship difficulties, or even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. You feel sad & unmotivated about the future. Constantly, you worry that something bad will happen. You have a hard time sleeping. You can't shake the negative thoughts. You want to connect with others but you think its better to avoid situations that cause any anxiety. You find yourself worrying about different topics, events or activities. You’re trying to heal from the things that are causing pain!
You’re struggling to overcome feelings of shock after an extremely stressful event. You’re experiencing unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, relationship difficulties, or even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. You feel sad & unmotivated about the future. Constantly, you worry that something bad will happen. You have a hard time sleeping. You can't shake the negative thoughts. You want to connect with others but you think its better to avoid situations that cause any anxiety. You find yourself worrying about different topics, events or activities. You’re trying to heal from the things that are causing pain!
(301) 710-0386 View (301) 710-0386
Play Therapy

Who is play therapy for?

Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.

Why do people need play therapy?

Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.

What happens in play therapy?

A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.

What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?

Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.

How long does play therapy last?

Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.