I offer a collaborative and systemic approach to therapy with couples, families and individuals. In addition to being a licensed marriage and family therapist and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), I am a Certified Sex Therapist through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). I am an alumnus of the University of Michigan's Sexual Health Certification Program/Sex Therapy Track. I am also a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a "model of psychotherapy that offers a clear, non-pathologizing, and empowering method of understanding human problems."

Life's challenges can sometimes push our coping skills to the brink, and what used to work for us no longer does. Relief from psychological pain comes when we face feelings that we are avoiding and develop new ways of looking at our lives. I have worked successfully with adults experiencing difficult situations at work, in relationships, and in life transitions. Through our work together, I will help you challenge unhelpful beliefs and alleviate distressing emotions so that you can free yourself from suffering, regain hope, make better choices, and live a more authentic, satisfying life.

I have been providing individual and couples therapy for 29 years. I have been told that my style is direct, compassionate and non-judgemental.

I specialize in working with young adults on up as well as couples. facing challenges they are wanting to manage more effectively. The goal of therapy in my view is to help people access their best selves by learning to identify and work with their strengths along with impediments as they meet life's challenges with greater confidence and self awareness. Therapy is both an art and a science . Consequently I integrate cutting edge approaches utilizing neuroscience integrated with other modalities to provide meaningful and effective treatment.

As a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in the state of Maryland, I strive to help my clients live an abundant life and become the best version of themselves. With a blend of spirituality and clinical background I believe that we all can achieve healing, With the use of Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I work to help my clients gain strength and joy for their minds as I believe that all people have their own identity and needs, and there is no one way to provide support and care for all.

You’ve always managed to maintain control but life just became overwhelming and your usual coping techniques aren’t working. Not knowing what else to do, you find yourself doing more of the same. When working long hours does nothing to soothe your fear that you are an imposter, you work more. When one glass of wine fails to take the edge off your work stress, your pour yourself another. Now, others are starting to notice you don't have your act perfectly together and your frustration with yourself has built itself into a litany of self-criticism.

Helping people with disabilities help ourselves! Learning you have a chronic illness or disability can feel overwhelming. You may feel "broken," alone, or depressed, but you're not. I've successfully helped clients work through the initial shock of diagnosis, learn effective coping skills, and view the present and future in a realistic, positive light. I've also helped clients with chronic illnesses maximize their quality of life and reach their goals, such as returning to work or school, or being a better parent or spouse. We'll set up a plan that meets your needs now, then empower you to reach your goals together.

Life can and often does present us with challenges which create distress and make it difficult for us to feel satisfied. It can be very helpful to speak with a well-trained, experienced, and supportive person when facing such challenges. Whether you are looking for extra support during a stressful period of time or you are interested in focusing on longstanding difficulties, I offer to create a space that promotes symptom relief and results in greater awareness, satisfaction, confidence, and fulfillment.

Finding the right therapist for your needs is a daunting process, so thank you for taking the time to read about me. Regardless of your struggles, when working with me, we will explore not only the reasons for your struggles, BUT more importantly, how stress affects your body; how you internalize thoughts about yourself and others. I will give you tools to help with difficult emotions; manage stress effectively. I also specialize in: 1) postpartum, 2) trauma/grief, 3) non-traditional family formation, 4) adoption, 5) ThirdCultureKid, 6) LGBQ. I am happy to provide a phone consult; this will also allow you to get a sense of me.

The decision about seeking therapy can be hard. It takes courage to embrace the pain and to start the reflection about what needs to change within ourselves, and in our relationships. My goal is to collaboratively facilitate this journey through the creation of a safe space. I teach and provide clinical supervision at university level. I am a collaborative therapist, working from a strengths-based approach. I am here to help you make meaning and overcome challenges you may be facing.

Claire Riesenberg is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington, D.C., who has 10 years of experience partnering with individuals, couples, and families seeking help with depression, anxiety, substance use, physical and mental health, life transitions, and relationship issues. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in History from Georgetown University and graduated with honors from The University of Texas at Austin with a Master of Science in Social Work.

My role is to help you examine and work through your feelings in order to remove emotional weight and expand your comfort zone in a supportive and safe environment. Through our work you will develop a higher tolerance for stress, anxiety, shifts in mood, and the unexpected challenges of life. I work with individuals and couples 18+ specializing in adjustment issues (parenthood; marriage; relocation); relationship issues; depression; trauma; and eating/body issues. I provide a safe space for those from diverse backgrounds including gender, religion, ethnicity, and sexuality.

In our journey of self-growth, we must be willing to look at our past experiences, patterns and reflect on our understanding of our environment to reach emotional healing and strength. During a time of difficulty and stress, we are provided with an opportunity for growth.

Dr. Kenneth Brown has been counseling for more than 30 years on both the East Coast of the USA and Texas. Brown specializes in the following areas with fees prorated according to income (discounts for active duty, veterans/first responders/community leaders and professionals): ESTIMATE FOR SERVICE: Pro-rated based on your income and needs. Averages have been in between $50-$150 per session.

Everyone faces challenges along the journey. While you are the ultimate expert of your life, it is valuable to have a trusted guide to help explore and navigate bumps in the road, internal and external conflicts and relationship issues. As a clinician, I have experience with a wide range of presenting concerns from stress and anxiety to serious mental illness. I specialize in counseling/psychotherapy with young adults, adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, human sexuality and relationship issues.

Cierra Redfield, originally from Baltimore, MD is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the District of Columbia and has over eight years of compiled experience in working with families and youth seeking help and services for depression, anxiety, life transitions, domestic violence, substance use, and court intervention. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work at Coppin State University and received her Master of Social Work at Howard University.

Affirmation. Growth. Healing. I believe that every individual possesses the wisdom to be their truest self despite the ways life encounters have shaped reality. I am a licensed psychologist who cares about individuals and the way systems impact lived experience. My goal is to help adolescents and young adults feel empowered and make meaning in their lives.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, biploar disorder, or have experienced trauma? Have you self-medicated in an attempt to manage your emotions? You can expect supportive, practical help in overcoming trauma, the treatment of mood disorders, and recovery from substance abuse and behavioral addictions. Therapy will be tailored to your needs, using the tools that work best for you, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Restructuring (a core technique from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and learning stress reduction skills. In therapy, you can build lasting alternatives to unhealthy family dynamics.

My approach to therapy is open, supportive, and fosters curiosity instead of judgment. I work to help clients achieve insight about the origins of symptoms, while at the same time providing ways to cope with distressing emotions in the present. Our lives can be full of challenges that leave us feeling sad, overwhelmed, alone, and afraid. Sometimes we are unable to understand why we harbor such feelings. Therapy allows us to sort through our emotions, unhelpful behaviors, and negative self-beliefs so that we can continue on with more clarity, self-assurance, purpose, and happiness.