Adults Therapists in Westlake, MD
I help adults ages 18 and older address anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, identity issues, and life transitions.
Are you feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, depression, or life’s expectations? Are you feeling stuck & in need of extra support? Life can be difficult, & there's no need to do it all on your own. Sometimes, it takes a fresh pair of eyes to help you gain insight and get you to that “Aha!” moment. In working together, my hope is that you'll feel understood and accepted while challenged at the same time. I believe empathy, authenticity, & a good working relationship are key components in therapy. I hope you'll find the freedom to bring your authentic self & all of your concerns to the table. I'm here to help!
I help adults ages 18 and older address anxiety, depression, stress, perfectionism, identity issues, and life transitions.
Are you feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, depression, or life’s expectations? Are you feeling stuck & in need of extra support? Life can be difficult, & there's no need to do it all on your own. Sometimes, it takes a fresh pair of eyes to help you gain insight and get you to that “Aha!” moment. In working together, my hope is that you'll feel understood and accepted while challenged at the same time. I believe empathy, authenticity, & a good working relationship are key components in therapy. I hope you'll find the freedom to bring your authentic self & all of your concerns to the table. I'm here to help!
Leslie Trerotola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Leslie works with adults and seniors. She has experience working with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, life transitions, and stress management. Leslie completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Maryland. While in school, she interned at a community clinic and senior living community (nursing facility and short-term rehab). Leslie uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness with her clients.
Leslie Trerotola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Leslie works with adults and seniors. She has experience working with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, life transitions, and stress management. Leslie completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Maryland. While in school, she interned at a community clinic and senior living community (nursing facility and short-term rehab). Leslie uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness with her clients.
Dr. Shannon Howard
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC, LPC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Westlake, MD 20817 (Online Only)
She believes that every client is unique in their own way and that each person’s story is different. This is the catalyst behind her coaching methodology. Using targeted strategies and personalized coaching approaches, she works with couples and individuals to help them transition from victim to victor. Dr. Howard helps clients face their past trauma by uncovering and resolving the root issue, assess desired outcomes, and implement a plan of action that leads them toward living a more optimal life experience.
She believes that every client is unique in their own way and that each person’s story is different. This is the catalyst behind her coaching methodology. Using targeted strategies and personalized coaching approaches, she works with couples and individuals to help them transition from victim to victor. Dr. Howard helps clients face their past trauma by uncovering and resolving the root issue, assess desired outcomes, and implement a plan of action that leads them toward living a more optimal life experience.
Alicia Shamblin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Westlake, MD 20817 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with professionals who feel they are "not good enough" or who worry about living up to others' expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are and not what you accomplish. My clients are working on healing from emotional trauma, learning to understand their feelings and how to handle them, and improving relationship skills. After working with me, my clients are better able to express their feelings and needs in ways that help them grow closer to the people important to them.
I am passionate about working with professionals who feel they are "not good enough" or who worry about living up to others' expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are and not what you accomplish. My clients are working on healing from emotional trauma, learning to understand their feelings and how to handle them, and improving relationship skills. After working with me, my clients are better able to express their feelings and needs in ways that help them grow closer to the people important to them.
Crystal Baldwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Westlake, MD 20817 (Online Only)
Seeking to improve our relationship with ourselves and others can feel uncertain and overwhelming. As a therapist, I strive to remove barriers by providing an open, trusting, and nonjudgmental space where self-acceptance and healing can be fostered for individuals and partnerships. Difficulties such as life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, or unexpected events can leave us feeling disconnected and isolated. Through the collaborative experience of therapy, couples, polycules, or triads can find renewed, deeper bonds and individuals can untangle the past, process the current, and grow through supportive change.
Seeking to improve our relationship with ourselves and others can feel uncertain and overwhelming. As a therapist, I strive to remove barriers by providing an open, trusting, and nonjudgmental space where self-acceptance and healing can be fostered for individuals and partnerships. Difficulties such as life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, or unexpected events can leave us feeling disconnected and isolated. Through the collaborative experience of therapy, couples, polycules, or triads can find renewed, deeper bonds and individuals can untangle the past, process the current, and grow through supportive change.
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I work with adults and older adolescents who are dealing with anxiety and depression that interferes with their ability to maximize their progress at work and school and limits satisfying family and personal relationships. In addition, I find that life transitions can trigger emotional crises, but they also offer the opportunity for people to develop better strategies that can improve old patterns that have been unsuccessful in resolving problems in the past. Other areas of focus have included working on parenting strategies, marital relationships, grief and loss, and the impact of chronic illness on one's emotional life.
I work with adults and older adolescents who are dealing with anxiety and depression that interferes with their ability to maximize their progress at work and school and limits satisfying family and personal relationships. In addition, I find that life transitions can trigger emotional crises, but they also offer the opportunity for people to develop better strategies that can improve old patterns that have been unsuccessful in resolving problems in the past. Other areas of focus have included working on parenting strategies, marital relationships, grief and loss, and the impact of chronic illness on one's emotional life.
Laurie McGuire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
A licensed clinical social worker and board-certified supervisor with over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults, I spent much of that time working for the world-renowned Kennedy Krieger Institute, a Johns Hopkins affiliate, where I was also in leadership.
Hi there, I'm Laurie! Do you wish providers would look at you through a whole person lens instead of discussing health and mental health separately? Do you want a provider for your child who is playful and skilled at engaging children? Are you an adult who likes a more personal, connected approach to therapy? Do you have a teen who has had difficulty connecting to other providers? Well look no further! I enjoy using storytelling, videos, and conversation to help clients of all ages improve self-esteem, self-worth and gain a better understanding of sense of self.
A licensed clinical social worker and board-certified supervisor with over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults, I spent much of that time working for the world-renowned Kennedy Krieger Institute, a Johns Hopkins affiliate, where I was also in leadership.
Hi there, I'm Laurie! Do you wish providers would look at you through a whole person lens instead of discussing health and mental health separately? Do you want a provider for your child who is playful and skilled at engaging children? Are you an adult who likes a more personal, connected approach to therapy? Do you have a teen who has had difficulty connecting to other providers? Well look no further! I enjoy using storytelling, videos, and conversation to help clients of all ages improve self-esteem, self-worth and gain a better understanding of sense of self.
Delverene Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I have 17 years of experience working with children, youth, adults and families combat the various struggles in their life.
Are you looking for a change and a way to erase the stigma within communities that seeking outside help is not what "we" do? I believe you are, as you took the first big step to do the research. I am proud of you! Therapy is a way for people from all walks of life to express themselves while learning effective therapeutic positive skills to assist with managing their everyday life through the various trials and tribulations they may face.
I have 17 years of experience working with children, youth, adults and families combat the various struggles in their life.
Are you looking for a change and a way to erase the stigma within communities that seeking outside help is not what "we" do? I believe you are, as you took the first big step to do the research. I am proud of you! Therapy is a way for people from all walks of life to express themselves while learning effective therapeutic positive skills to assist with managing their everyday life through the various trials and tribulations they may face.
I work with high school teens (aged 14+) and adults of all ages across the lifespan.
Are you or your teen having difficulty with relationships and want to learn new strategies to help stay calm and self-regulated despite intense feelings? Do past traumatic events negatively impact your current relationships? Are you or your teen feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, angry, or depressed? My approach to treatment is founded on developing a strong and empathic relationship with each patient, which facilitates meaningful changes, increased self-awareness, and personal growth. We can work together to develop skills that instill hope and confidence in your own, or your teen’s, ability to overcome life challenges that arise.
I work with high school teens (aged 14+) and adults of all ages across the lifespan.
Are you or your teen having difficulty with relationships and want to learn new strategies to help stay calm and self-regulated despite intense feelings? Do past traumatic events negatively impact your current relationships? Are you or your teen feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, angry, or depressed? My approach to treatment is founded on developing a strong and empathic relationship with each patient, which facilitates meaningful changes, increased self-awareness, and personal growth. We can work together to develop skills that instill hope and confidence in your own, or your teen’s, ability to overcome life challenges that arise.
Markeita Matthews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW -
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adults who need support and guidance in resolving issues that prevent them from achieving their goals in order to live a more fulfilled life.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland.
I enjoy working with adults who need support and guidance in resolving issues that prevent them from achieving their goals in order to live a more fulfilled life.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland.
Tayla Fawumi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
My name is Tayla Fawumi, LCPC. I have been working in the mental health field for the last 6 years. I have experience working with all ages from children to geriatric age. I have experience working in school based, community based, career counseling field, residential treatment facilities for teens/ adults as well as private practice settings.
My name is Tayla Fawumi, LCPC. I have been working in the mental health field for the last 6 years. I have experience working with all ages from children to geriatric age. I have experience working in school based, community based, career counseling field, residential treatment facilities for teens/ adults as well as private practice settings.
Miki Navon-Stering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Welcome. I know that deciding to seek professional help and finding the right therapist can be difficult. Having a good match between the therapist and the client is important in achieving the changes you want. To that end, here is some information regarding my work: I have had the privilege of working with teens, adults, and couples and have had success treating a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationship difficulties, grief and adjustment to life's changes. It is with warmth and compassion that I offer clients a safe place to talk, feel and explore.
Welcome. I know that deciding to seek professional help and finding the right therapist can be difficult. Having a good match between the therapist and the client is important in achieving the changes you want. To that end, here is some information regarding my work: I have had the privilege of working with teens, adults, and couples and have had success treating a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationship difficulties, grief and adjustment to life's changes. It is with warmth and compassion that I offer clients a safe place to talk, feel and explore.
I have helped adults and adolescents through many life transitions.
You may be feeling dissatisfied with your life, your relationships or your work. Or, perhaps you have had a dramatic change recently that has disrupted your emotional wellbeing. Maybe you or a family member been diagnosed with a chronic medical condition. Together we can find your path to contentment and satisfaction. I provide compassionate counseling for people a seeking greater balance, self-acceptance and tools for managing personal and health challenges.
I have helped adults and adolescents through many life transitions.
You may be feeling dissatisfied with your life, your relationships or your work. Or, perhaps you have had a dramatic change recently that has disrupted your emotional wellbeing. Maybe you or a family member been diagnosed with a chronic medical condition. Together we can find your path to contentment and satisfaction. I provide compassionate counseling for people a seeking greater balance, self-acceptance and tools for managing personal and health challenges.
I love this quote from Dr. Louis Tinnin and Dr. Linda Gantt, Co-founders of the Instinctual Trauma Response Method, "Of all the mental health issues, the ones related to trauma are the most treatable." I hold this same belief and enjoy working with adults, couples, and first responders who are experiencing symptoms of traumatic stress (anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, uncomfortable body sensations, etc.) Traumatic stress is an injury that can be healed and effective therapy does not require you to relive past experiences.
I love this quote from Dr. Louis Tinnin and Dr. Linda Gantt, Co-founders of the Instinctual Trauma Response Method, "Of all the mental health issues, the ones related to trauma are the most treatable." I hold this same belief and enjoy working with adults, couples, and first responders who are experiencing symptoms of traumatic stress (anxiety, depression, communication difficulties, uncomfortable body sensations, etc.) Traumatic stress is an injury that can be healed and effective therapy does not require you to relive past experiences.
I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in a variety of healthcare settings.
My ideal clients are adolescents or adults needing evaluation after experiencing sudden emergence of mental health symptoms or hospitalization. They or their loved ones seek clarity in understanding their condition and charting a path toward healing. I also provide adult ADHD evaluations and pre-evaluations for clients considering psychedelic-assisted therapies. Finally, I provide short-term therapy for those experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal trouble, or otherwise seeking a better way of relating to life.
I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in a variety of healthcare settings.
My ideal clients are adolescents or adults needing evaluation after experiencing sudden emergence of mental health symptoms or hospitalization. They or their loved ones seek clarity in understanding their condition and charting a path toward healing. I also provide adult ADHD evaluations and pre-evaluations for clients considering psychedelic-assisted therapies. Finally, I provide short-term therapy for those experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal trouble, or otherwise seeking a better way of relating to life.
Adults: You will gain healing and strength.
I team with adults, children, and parents to create solutions and awaken aspects of themselves they would like to grow. We work together to heal past pain, strengthen, and to build a fresh start. Our sessions will allow you to take time for yourself to step away from the expectations and pressures of the outside world so that you can feel, see, and build a stronger self. Taking a break from work, school, and life for one or two sessions a week allows for clarity of mind, strengthening of self, and a generation of a new mindset. I will work as your guide in providing you the tools you need to live your life more fully.
Adults: You will gain healing and strength.
I team with adults, children, and parents to create solutions and awaken aspects of themselves they would like to grow. We work together to heal past pain, strengthen, and to build a fresh start. Our sessions will allow you to take time for yourself to step away from the expectations and pressures of the outside world so that you can feel, see, and build a stronger self. Taking a break from work, school, and life for one or two sessions a week allows for clarity of mind, strengthening of self, and a generation of a new mindset. I will work as your guide in providing you the tools you need to live your life more fully.
Dr. Amanda Rhodes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Waitlist for new clients
Not Currently Accepting New Patients - - - - I’m an NIH-trained Clinical Health Psychologist and specialize in teens and adults experiencing chronic and acute illness/pain as well as caregivers of loved ones with medical conditions. I am the Supervising Psychologist and Director at the National Center for Health Psychology. In therapy, my approach is collaborative and experiential, aiming to help individuals break free from the grip of pain, empowering them to embrace meaning and vitality in their lives.
Not Currently Accepting New Patients - - - - I’m an NIH-trained Clinical Health Psychologist and specialize in teens and adults experiencing chronic and acute illness/pain as well as caregivers of loved ones with medical conditions. I am the Supervising Psychologist and Director at the National Center for Health Psychology. In therapy, my approach is collaborative and experiential, aiming to help individuals break free from the grip of pain, empowering them to embrace meaning and vitality in their lives.
I am a queer therapist specializing in supporting teens and young adults (ages 13-35 )as they navigate life transitions and stressors. Together, we explore the roots of personal identity and consider tools to help you achieve your mental health goals. My approach is client-centered, and my role is to empower and support you as you create the life you want to live. I incorporate techniques from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and expressive arts approaches.
I am a queer therapist specializing in supporting teens and young adults (ages 13-35 )as they navigate life transitions and stressors. Together, we explore the roots of personal identity and consider tools to help you achieve your mental health goals. My approach is client-centered, and my role is to empower and support you as you create the life you want to live. I incorporate techniques from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and expressive arts approaches.
Stephanie Gilbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Are you someone who avoids social situations, seeks out reassurance from others, or describes yourself as a people pleaser or perfectionist? If so, you might be struggling with anxiety. Anxiety shows up in a variety of different ways. These challenges often arise during major life transitions or may be associated with relationship, school, or work-related concerns. I have a special interest in working with teens as well as adults in their 20s and early 30s who experience anxiety and stress. I'm here to help you gain the tools you need to feel relief and to approach your life in a more authentic way.
Are you someone who avoids social situations, seeks out reassurance from others, or describes yourself as a people pleaser or perfectionist? If so, you might be struggling with anxiety. Anxiety shows up in a variety of different ways. These challenges often arise during major life transitions or may be associated with relationship, school, or work-related concerns. I have a special interest in working with teens as well as adults in their 20s and early 30s who experience anxiety and stress. I'm here to help you gain the tools you need to feel relief and to approach your life in a more authentic way.
I have experience working with adults suffering from severe psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse, as well as kids, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of mental health needs. I am interested and skilled in addressing issues pertaining to relationship struggles, stress, difficulty paying attention and functioning in school, and mood difficulties related to anxiety and depression. I welcome the opportunity to work with clients of various ages and backgrounds, helping them find and utilize their own unique strengths and abilities to meet their treatment goals.
I have experience working with adults suffering from severe psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse, as well as kids, adolescents, adults and families with a variety of mental health needs. I am interested and skilled in addressing issues pertaining to relationship struggles, stress, difficulty paying attention and functioning in school, and mood difficulties related to anxiety and depression. I welcome the opportunity to work with clients of various ages and backgrounds, helping them find and utilize their own unique strengths and abilities to meet their treatment goals.
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