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Elana Hoffman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Bethesda, MD 20852  (Online Only)
I love working with couples and individuals with difficulty in romantic relationships (i.e. sexual issues, communication, infidelity, divorce), adults who come from dysfunctional childhoods, as well as those with anxiety, impulsivity, and addiction. I also enjoy working with those in non-traditional romantic relationships (i.e. ethically non-monogamous, polyamorous). I am LGBTQIA- affirming and sex positive. I work best with clients who are engaged, thoughtful, and motivated for change. My style is empathic and direct, with a sense of humor. I believe strongly in the therapeutic alliance and the client/therapist fit.
I love working with couples and individuals with difficulty in romantic relationships (i.e. sexual issues, communication, infidelity, divorce), adults who come from dysfunctional childhoods, as well as those with anxiety, impulsivity, and addiction. I also enjoy working with those in non-traditional romantic relationships (i.e. ethically non-monogamous, polyamorous). I am LGBTQIA- affirming and sex positive. I work best with clients who are engaged, thoughtful, and motivated for change. My style is empathic and direct, with a sense of humor. I believe strongly in the therapeutic alliance and the client/therapist fit.
(301) 610-3456 View (301) 610-3456
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Isabel M Berman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Welcome, and thank you for visiting me. I believe a strong and trusting relationship between a therapist and client is fundamental to the success of therapy. I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment in which I hope you will feel comfortable, so you can achieve your goals, change something that's not working for you, develop self-awareness, or better understand your own potential. I strongly believe in working with people of all ages, since our stages of life change. I can adjust my therapeutic technique dynamically based on feedback the client provides me on what works for you.
Welcome, and thank you for visiting me. I believe a strong and trusting relationship between a therapist and client is fundamental to the success of therapy. I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment in which I hope you will feel comfortable, so you can achieve your goals, change something that's not working for you, develop self-awareness, or better understand your own potential. I strongly believe in working with people of all ages, since our stages of life change. I can adjust my therapeutic technique dynamically based on feedback the client provides me on what works for you.
(301) 812-3316 View (301) 812-3316
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Simone Walton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Dr. Walton is dedicated to working with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop applied solutions to challenges affecting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her professional experience includes working within international humanitarian organizations, the legal arena and doing this work living on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Walton is passionate about systems and the people who function in them. She is a wife, a mother, a caregiver and a daughter of immigrants.
Dr. Walton is dedicated to working with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop applied solutions to challenges affecting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her professional experience includes working within international humanitarian organizations, the legal arena and doing this work living on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Walton is passionate about systems and the people who function in them. She is a wife, a mother, a caregiver and a daughter of immigrants.
(301) 701-2262 View (301) 701-2262
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Magyarita Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
Magyarita Anderson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has over 30 years of professional experience working with adults and seniors who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma, and more.
Magyarita Anderson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has over 30 years of professional experience working with adults and seniors who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma, and more.
(301) 857-4417 View (301) 857-4417
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Dawn Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Dawn is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 30 years of helping experience. Dawn is a compassionate, caring, & empathic therapist with extensive experience working within inpatient & outpatient mental health settings. She utilizes an integrative & strength-based approach to therapy, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, & Solution-Focused Therapy. Dawn specializes in many areas including, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, & stage of life concerns.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Dawn is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 30 years of helping experience. Dawn is a compassionate, caring, & empathic therapist with extensive experience working within inpatient & outpatient mental health settings. She utilizes an integrative & strength-based approach to therapy, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, & Solution-Focused Therapy. Dawn specializes in many areas including, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, & stage of life concerns.
(301) 769-5878 View (301) 769-5878
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20876
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(301) 381-4329 View (301) 381-4329
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Pamela Blackwell
Psychological Associate, LMSW, MPsy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
My goal is to assist clients with their desire to change, heal and grow. I typically work with adults with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, developmental/ attachment trauma, self-esteem, body image, and phase of life problems. I also have interest in working with individuals with reproductive challenges (infertility, pregnancy loss, and post-partum issues), new parent adjustment, couples counseling, and severe mental illness. In addition to psychotherapy and consultation, I offer full comprehensive assessments for a better understanding of your cognitive, social and emotional functioning.
My goal is to assist clients with their desire to change, heal and grow. I typically work with adults with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, developmental/ attachment trauma, self-esteem, body image, and phase of life problems. I also have interest in working with individuals with reproductive challenges (infertility, pregnancy loss, and post-partum issues), new parent adjustment, couples counseling, and severe mental illness. In addition to psychotherapy and consultation, I offer full comprehensive assessments for a better understanding of your cognitive, social and emotional functioning.
(240) 202-2589 View (240) 202-2589
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Ioanna Galani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LGMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
Realizing that it is time for change within ourselves and in our relationships can feel overwhelming, especially coupled with stresses of daily life. My mission is to help you foster the courage and resilience it takes to strengthen your relationships and live life authentically with tangible steps. Whether you are a couple who feels disconnected and hurt from conflict and ineffective communication, a parent who has concerns about your child's fears and anxieties, or an individual who feels lonely and confused, there are ways to restore and redefine your sense of purpose, your feelings of connection, and create productive patterns.
Realizing that it is time for change within ourselves and in our relationships can feel overwhelming, especially coupled with stresses of daily life. My mission is to help you foster the courage and resilience it takes to strengthen your relationships and live life authentically with tangible steps. Whether you are a couple who feels disconnected and hurt from conflict and ineffective communication, a parent who has concerns about your child's fears and anxieties, or an individual who feels lonely and confused, there are ways to restore and redefine your sense of purpose, your feelings of connection, and create productive patterns.
(240) 301-1826 View (240) 301-1826
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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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Comeback Counseling: Trauma-Informed Therapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP-II, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
Certified trauma-informed therapist with training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CPT. I specialize in work with adult/adolescent clients with a history of trauma, whether single incident or complex. These clients may present with PTSD, cPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and more. My goal is to assist my clients with not only recovering after trauma, but enabling growth toward the person they want to be. I see survival as a strength, and the adaptations that allowed for that survival should be recognized as such to increase self-compassion and facilitate the next step.
Certified trauma-informed therapist with training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CPT. I specialize in work with adult/adolescent clients with a history of trauma, whether single incident or complex. These clients may present with PTSD, cPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and more. My goal is to assist my clients with not only recovering after trauma, but enabling growth toward the person they want to be. I see survival as a strength, and the adaptations that allowed for that survival should be recognized as such to increase self-compassion and facilitate the next step.
(240) 474-9205 View (240) 474-9205
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Anneke Vandenbroek Ph.d.; Abpp
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Hello and welcome! Successful therapy is so often about finding the right “fit” between therapist and client. With over 25 years’ experience in providing therapy I have had time to master multiple approaches to treatment, which means that I can customize your treatment to fit your needs. I take a collaborative problem-solving approach to treatment, where we establish an alliance to facilitate beneficial therapeutic change. As a therapist I value your experiences, desires, and goals. A major focus of my therapeutic work is with clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems.
Hello and welcome! Successful therapy is so often about finding the right “fit” between therapist and client. With over 25 years’ experience in providing therapy I have had time to master multiple approaches to treatment, which means that I can customize your treatment to fit your needs. I take a collaborative problem-solving approach to treatment, where we establish an alliance to facilitate beneficial therapeutic change. As a therapist I value your experiences, desires, and goals. A major focus of my therapeutic work is with clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems.
(301) 781-7855 View (301) 781-7855
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Katie Cogan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LCC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
Katie specializes in PTSD, adoption/foster care issues, helping people who are suffering from chronic illnesses. Katie has an interest in how we can develop second careers as “retire” and reinvent ourselves to use our wealth of wisdom.
Katie specializes in PTSD, adoption/foster care issues, helping people who are suffering from chronic illnesses. Katie has an interest in how we can develop second careers as “retire” and reinvent ourselves to use our wealth of wisdom.
(240) 541-5476 View (240) 541-5476
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Lucid Clinical Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
We offer compassionate expertise in helping individuals heal from trauma, navigate conflict, and build strategies for managing anxiety, depression, OCD, poor self-esteem and worry. If you are looking for a therapist who can help you create life-long, meaningful change in yourself and your relationships, we can help. We work with a broad variety of clients and are happy to offer a brief no-cost consultation to see if we might be a good fit for you.
We offer compassionate expertise in helping individuals heal from trauma, navigate conflict, and build strategies for managing anxiety, depression, OCD, poor self-esteem and worry. If you are looking for a therapist who can help you create life-long, meaningful change in yourself and your relationships, we can help. We work with a broad variety of clients and are happy to offer a brief no-cost consultation to see if we might be a good fit for you.
(301) 719-5320 View (301) 719-5320
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Natalie Osoria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
(240) 213-9206 View (240) 213-9206
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Brandon Jackson-Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Brandon is a mental health therapist passionate about helping community members fulfill their mental wellness goals. Brandon’s clinical experiences are extensive & include work as a psychiatric technician helping youth survivors of sexual trauma, an event coordinator, vocational trainer, & life skills coordinator for the Latin American Youth Center, as well as social worker & program manager for a semi-independent living program in PG County, Maryland. He concentrated his education in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Motivational Interviewing (MI), which he integrates in therapy.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Brandon is a mental health therapist passionate about helping community members fulfill their mental wellness goals. Brandon’s clinical experiences are extensive & include work as a psychiatric technician helping youth survivors of sexual trauma, an event coordinator, vocational trainer, & life skills coordinator for the Latin American Youth Center, as well as social worker & program manager for a semi-independent living program in PG County, Maryland. He concentrated his education in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Motivational Interviewing (MI), which he integrates in therapy.
(240) 213-9459 View (240) 213-9459
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Ningqi Ann Yu Natterer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the DC (Maryland) area. My focus is to meet my clients where they are, whether they've been in therapy before or are seeking it for the first time.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the DC (Maryland) area. My focus is to meet my clients where they are, whether they've been in therapy before or are seeking it for the first time.
(240) 734-2790 View (240) 734-2790
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Amy Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kensington, MD 20895
My expertise lies in providing evidenced-based therapy to individuals and families experiencing challenges in relationships. Clients come to me to explore how to be a better parent to their children or how understand themselves and grow after trauma and neglect. Often they discover there is a deep relationship between the two.
My expertise lies in providing evidenced-based therapy to individuals and families experiencing challenges in relationships. Clients come to me to explore how to be a better parent to their children or how understand themselves and grow after trauma and neglect. Often they discover there is a deep relationship between the two.
(301) 450-5734 View (301) 450-5734
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Maryland Therapy Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
Our mission at Maryland Therapy Collective is to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, inclusive, and client-centered treatment to help our clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. We incorporate this approach by tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs. We believe that our clients have the power to make the changes they want in their lives, and we are here to help guide and support them through that process.
Our mission at Maryland Therapy Collective is to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, inclusive, and client-centered treatment to help our clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. We incorporate this approach by tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs. We believe that our clients have the power to make the changes they want in their lives, and we are here to help guide and support them through that process.
(240) 376-5886 View (240) 376-5886
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Terry Johnson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
*** CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Terry Johnson, LCPC, NCC, is a Nationally Board Certified Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Maryland & North Carolina. Terry earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina. Terry has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, couples, & families. He takes an integrative approach to therapy utilizing various clinical techniques & interventions to assist clients in obtaining their personal, professional, & emotional goals.
*** CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Terry Johnson, LCPC, NCC, is a Nationally Board Certified Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Maryland & North Carolina. Terry earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina. Terry has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, couples, & families. He takes an integrative approach to therapy utilizing various clinical techniques & interventions to assist clients in obtaining their personal, professional, & emotional goals.
(240) 266-0534 View (240) 266-0534
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Safiyya Abdul Bari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
Relationship challenges, cultural and identity stressors, transitions, career stress, overwhelm, low self worth or often seek validation, concentration and procrastination, and trauma are my areas of expertise. We'll identify triggers; manage or resolve reactions related to PTSD, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression and more. We'll identify the psychological impact of past and current experiences and relationships on mood, behavior and thought patterns.I affirm BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients.
Relationship challenges, cultural and identity stressors, transitions, career stress, overwhelm, low self worth or often seek validation, concentration and procrastination, and trauma are my areas of expertise. We'll identify triggers; manage or resolve reactions related to PTSD, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression and more. We'll identify the psychological impact of past and current experiences and relationships on mood, behavior and thought patterns.I affirm BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients.
(410) 673-4873 View (410) 673-4873

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.