Therapists in 20814
Eleni Alexiou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
In my professional experience as a therapist and a media consultant, I have been offering video options since well before Covid, and currently offer individual, couples, and family therapy in this format.
I know exactly what you're feeling: pounding chest, shortness of breath, lack of sleep. Our physical bodies react as well as our hearts and minds when life throws us curve balls that we don't know how to navigate on our own. I have been providing treatment for anxiety, relationship issues, and depression since 2003. If you want to learn more about how I can help, send me a message, call, or visit my website for a FREE Consultation to discuss what you are feeling today. Now Accepting New Clients in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, and Virginia.
In my professional experience as a therapist and a media consultant, I have been offering video options since well before Covid, and currently offer individual, couples, and family therapy in this format.
I know exactly what you're feeling: pounding chest, shortness of breath, lack of sleep. Our physical bodies react as well as our hearts and minds when life throws us curve balls that we don't know how to navigate on our own. I have been providing treatment for anxiety, relationship issues, and depression since 2003. If you want to learn more about how I can help, send me a message, call, or visit my website for a FREE Consultation to discuss what you are feeling today. Now Accepting New Clients in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, and Virginia.
Dr. Ami Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I believe that freedom from emotional hijack is found in noticing, naming, & knowing. I'm a licensed clinical therapist (VA, DC, MD, NC, VT, WV) accepting new patients, adults, teens, and relationships, of all identities, orientations, and lifestyles. My areas of focus include trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, polyamory/ENM/CNM, grief/loss, stress reduction, LGBTQIA+ concerns & identity issues, family disruptions, & relationship challenges. Those preyed on online, catfished, or who've experienced DNA test revelations will also find a welcome home at Rising Sun. Reach out to see if we're a good fit!
I believe that freedom from emotional hijack is found in noticing, naming, & knowing. I'm a licensed clinical therapist (VA, DC, MD, NC, VT, WV) accepting new patients, adults, teens, and relationships, of all identities, orientations, and lifestyles. My areas of focus include trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, polyamory/ENM/CNM, grief/loss, stress reduction, LGBTQIA+ concerns & identity issues, family disruptions, & relationship challenges. Those preyed on online, catfished, or who've experienced DNA test revelations will also find a welcome home at Rising Sun. Reach out to see if we're a good fit!
EMDR of Washington, DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
In addition to EMDR, I have extensive training in psychodynamic, somatic, gestalt, hypnotherapy, couples and family therapy which I integrate in my clinical work.
I am co-director with my wife, Deany Laliotis, of the EMDR therapy training program, The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy, Inc. We have trained many of the EMDR therapists listed on the Psychology Today DC/MD/VA website as well as therapists around the world. I specialize in the treatment of stress, anxiety, and difficulties related to normal life-cycle challenges. I have been practicing EMDR since it's introduction 30 years ago and I am offering services to clients who might benefit from brief EMDR therapy.
In addition to EMDR, I have extensive training in psychodynamic, somatic, gestalt, hypnotherapy, couples and family therapy which I integrate in my clinical work.
I am co-director with my wife, Deany Laliotis, of the EMDR therapy training program, The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy, Inc. We have trained many of the EMDR therapists listed on the Psychology Today DC/MD/VA website as well as therapists around the world. I specialize in the treatment of stress, anxiety, and difficulties related to normal life-cycle challenges. I have been practicing EMDR since it's introduction 30 years ago and I am offering services to clients who might benefit from brief EMDR therapy.
Serenity Place, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Our group has been successful in supporting couples as they work through family issues, identify ways to strengthen their relationships, and parent in a strategic manner.
If you feel like the world's weight is on your shoulders, and the burden has become too heavy to carry, we can assist you. We have experience working with various populations but focus on family issues, marriage and family issues, as well as grief, bereavement, and trauma. The backpack of life may seem too heavy or bulky to carry alone. Allow us to assist you in repacking your bag to allow you to carry it better through life. View our photos to meet our clinicians! We can see clients in person or via telehealth. Although our physical location is in southern Maryland, we can see clients throughout the state through telehealth!
Our group has been successful in supporting couples as they work through family issues, identify ways to strengthen their relationships, and parent in a strategic manner.
If you feel like the world's weight is on your shoulders, and the burden has become too heavy to carry, we can assist you. We have experience working with various populations but focus on family issues, marriage and family issues, as well as grief, bereavement, and trauma. The backpack of life may seem too heavy or bulky to carry alone. Allow us to assist you in repacking your bag to allow you to carry it better through life. View our photos to meet our clinicians! We can see clients in person or via telehealth. Although our physical location is in southern Maryland, we can see clients throughout the state through telehealth!
Brittany Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Telehealth Only/Insurance Not Accepted - Welcome! I enjoy working with teenagers (age 13+) and adults across the lifespan. I specialize in treating anxiety and depressive disorders, as well as helping clients navigate life changes and everyday stressors. I am particularly passionate about supporting women in finding balance amidst life's demands. This includes overcoming sports-related anxiety, adjusting to secondary and higher education stressors, navigating parenting and family issues, coping with career challenges, managing self-esteem struggles, and adapting to life postpartum.
Telehealth Only/Insurance Not Accepted - Welcome! I enjoy working with teenagers (age 13+) and adults across the lifespan. I specialize in treating anxiety and depressive disorders, as well as helping clients navigate life changes and everyday stressors. I am particularly passionate about supporting women in finding balance amidst life's demands. This includes overcoming sports-related anxiety, adjusting to secondary and higher education stressors, navigating parenting and family issues, coping with career challenges, managing self-esteem struggles, and adapting to life postpartum.
House Calls
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, CTRS, CPRP, CLP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
House Calls is a comprehensive service for family or loved one faced with chronic or situational life circumstances. House Calls has a team of specialists some licensed and some certified in disciplines such as counseling, medical case management, on line recreation therapy addressing isolation, addiction monitoring, vocational and/or educational coaching; help find subsidies, advocacy to transition special needs individuals or seniors; referrals and resources for people with chronic mental illness; phobias; school anxiety; navigating the mental health/medical maze and we help lawyers entrusted with guardianship for an individual?
House Calls is a comprehensive service for family or loved one faced with chronic or situational life circumstances. House Calls has a team of specialists some licensed and some certified in disciplines such as counseling, medical case management, on line recreation therapy addressing isolation, addiction monitoring, vocational and/or educational coaching; help find subsidies, advocacy to transition special needs individuals or seniors; referrals and resources for people with chronic mental illness; phobias; school anxiety; navigating the mental health/medical maze and we help lawyers entrusted with guardianship for an individual?
I specialize in working with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, work stress, life transitions, identity concerns, family dynamics, grief and loss and parenting issues.
Life comes with many complex challenges. Sometimes we feel alone or inadequate and experience difficulty being fully authentic with others. Other times, we lack the necessary support, or open ourselves up to being hurt by others. Mental health is strongly influenced by our ability to get our needs met. Psychotherapy is a process where we take a close look at your needs, including the thoughts and feelings you have when you feel stuck. By identifying, fleshing out and contextualizing your reactions, we gain a deeper and nuanced understanding of you. This process will help you find freedom of choice and greater fulfillment.
I specialize in working with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, work stress, life transitions, identity concerns, family dynamics, grief and loss and parenting issues.
Life comes with many complex challenges. Sometimes we feel alone or inadequate and experience difficulty being fully authentic with others. Other times, we lack the necessary support, or open ourselves up to being hurt by others. Mental health is strongly influenced by our ability to get our needs met. Psychotherapy is a process where we take a close look at your needs, including the thoughts and feelings you have when you feel stuck. By identifying, fleshing out and contextualizing your reactions, we gain a deeper and nuanced understanding of you. This process will help you find freedom of choice and greater fulfillment.
Desney V Bowen
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in therapy for adults and couples. I'm passionate about empowering individuals in developing skills to improve self-awareness and make positive changes in their lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in therapy for adults and couples. I'm passionate about empowering individuals in developing skills to improve self-awareness and make positive changes in their lives.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
I am passionate about guiding clients through life's complexities with compassion and empathy. I understand that opening up can be challenging, so I strive to create a space of acceptance through unconditional positive regard, allowing you to be your authentic self. I am committed to offering culturally sensitive counseling services and building authentic connections. I am under the supervision of Brooke Shafer, MA, LCPC, LPC. My approach integrates a diverse range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) Therapy Person-Centered Therapy, all delivered with warmth and understanding.
I am passionate about guiding clients through life's complexities with compassion and empathy. I understand that opening up can be challenging, so I strive to create a space of acceptance through unconditional positive regard, allowing you to be your authentic self. I am committed to offering culturally sensitive counseling services and building authentic connections. I am under the supervision of Brooke Shafer, MA, LCPC, LPC. My approach integrates a diverse range of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) Therapy Person-Centered Therapy, all delivered with warmth and understanding.
A Caring Approach
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
I love helping individuals and couples achieve their goals and aspirations. I offer a caring, safe, and healing environment that allows clients the opportunity to explore, experience, work through problems, and create solutions that expand their potential for growth and wellness. As a proponent of integrative and holistic therapy that honors the mind-body connection and its impact on well-being, health, and happiness, I attend to the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or problems. I emphasize teaching skills that develop inner resources for successful coping in life. I use a variety of methods, but the method has to meet your needs.
I love helping individuals and couples achieve their goals and aspirations. I offer a caring, safe, and healing environment that allows clients the opportunity to explore, experience, work through problems, and create solutions that expand their potential for growth and wellness. As a proponent of integrative and holistic therapy that honors the mind-body connection and its impact on well-being, health, and happiness, I attend to the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or problems. I emphasize teaching skills that develop inner resources for successful coping in life. I use a variety of methods, but the method has to meet your needs.
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Starting therapy can be a difficult decision, but hopefully it will be a choice that fosters positive change and feelings in your life. I hope to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. Throughout the therapeutic process, I encourage an open dialogue of what is and what is not working for you therapeutically. I partner with you to facilitate holistic therapeutic work that considers the whole being and empowers you to confront fears, false narratives, and unhealthy patterns that are not serving your wellbeing.
Starting therapy can be a difficult decision, but hopefully it will be a choice that fosters positive change and feelings in your life. I hope to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. Throughout the therapeutic process, I encourage an open dialogue of what is and what is not working for you therapeutically. I partner with you to facilitate holistic therapeutic work that considers the whole being and empowers you to confront fears, false narratives, and unhealthy patterns that are not serving your wellbeing.
Nate Luongo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Stress and emotional pain are feelings that we all experience and often times it can become overwhelming, especially now! Often we find unhealthy ways to cope with the pain that we are feeling and our problems get worse. With my experience as a therapist, I have helped many young people walk the path to a healthy form of emotional healing. Whether you yourself or your child is struggling with feeling down, having excessive worry, struggling to concentrate, acting out, or drinking/smoking too much, therapy can help.
Stress and emotional pain are feelings that we all experience and often times it can become overwhelming, especially now! Often we find unhealthy ways to cope with the pain that we are feeling and our problems get worse. With my experience as a therapist, I have helped many young people walk the path to a healthy form of emotional healing. Whether you yourself or your child is struggling with feeling down, having excessive worry, struggling to concentrate, acting out, or drinking/smoking too much, therapy can help.
Sheila K Rowny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Waitlist for new clients
I help my clients to discover, appreciate and expand their own strengths in order to feel better about life, love, work and recreation. As a therapist with over 40 years experience, my style is warm, direct and interactive. My clients and I form a team, working together to understand and resolve your problems. Our focus is on the whole person: your mind/body, your relationships, and your environment. I guide you with a combination of positive support and gentle challenges.
I help my clients to discover, appreciate and expand their own strengths in order to feel better about life, love, work and recreation. As a therapist with over 40 years experience, my style is warm, direct and interactive. My clients and I form a team, working together to understand and resolve your problems. Our focus is on the whole person: your mind/body, your relationships, and your environment. I guide you with a combination of positive support and gentle challenges.
Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Since it was founded in 2003 by Dr. Stephen Holland, Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been providing research-proven treatment and compassionate care in Washington, DC. In 2020, we expanded our practice to provide treatment and psychological assessments to children, adolescents, and adults in Bethesda, MD. CBT has been shown to be effective for a number of problems, including: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, personality disorders, and relationship problems.
Since it was founded in 2003 by Dr. Stephen Holland, Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been providing research-proven treatment and compassionate care in Washington, DC. In 2020, we expanded our practice to provide treatment and psychological assessments to children, adolescents, and adults in Bethesda, MD. CBT has been shown to be effective for a number of problems, including: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, personality disorders, and relationship problems.
Deborah G Meisel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Accepting new patients- I am a seasoned clinician with extensive experience as a therapist for adolescents, adults, couples, parents, and families from various cultural backgrounds. My goal is to team with clients to reach a better emotional place. Working with your personal strengths and specific goals, we can help you gain new skills to cope with and overcome your challenges. My style is collaborative and we can find solutions together. Success requires honesty, understanding, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work through difficulties. Often people shy away from getting help.
Accepting new patients- I am a seasoned clinician with extensive experience as a therapist for adolescents, adults, couples, parents, and families from various cultural backgrounds. My goal is to team with clients to reach a better emotional place. Working with your personal strengths and specific goals, we can help you gain new skills to cope with and overcome your challenges. My style is collaborative and we can find solutions together. Success requires honesty, understanding, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work through difficulties. Often people shy away from getting help.
Jenn Lodico Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I help individuals become in touch with their inner strength through self-exploration and engagement in positive behaviors. I support clients ready to address anxiety, depression and trauma by promoting a safe, compassionate, and respectful space. I believe it is productive to teach the principles of positive communication and healthy boundaries. This promotes meaningful connection with the self and peers. I specialize in treating varying trauma histories, destructive behaviors and suicidal ideation.
I help individuals become in touch with their inner strength through self-exploration and engagement in positive behaviors. I support clients ready to address anxiety, depression and trauma by promoting a safe, compassionate, and respectful space. I believe it is productive to teach the principles of positive communication and healthy boundaries. This promotes meaningful connection with the self and peers. I specialize in treating varying trauma histories, destructive behaviors and suicidal ideation.
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.
I love helping individuals and couples achieve their goals and aspirations. I offer a caring, safe, and healing environment that allows clients the opportunity to explore, experience, work through problems, and create solutions that expand their potential for growth and wellness. As a proponent of integrative and holistic therapy that honors the mind-body connection and its impact on well-being, health, and happiness, I attend to the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or problems. I emphasize teaching skills that develop inner resources for successful coping in life. I use a variety of methods, but the method has to meet your needs.
I love helping individuals and couples achieve their goals and aspirations. I offer a caring, safe, and healing environment that allows clients the opportunity to explore, experience, work through problems, and create solutions that expand their potential for growth and wellness. As a proponent of integrative and holistic therapy that honors the mind-body connection and its impact on well-being, health, and happiness, I attend to the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or problems. I emphasize teaching skills that develop inner resources for successful coping in life. I use a variety of methods, but the method has to meet your needs.
Emily Vasseur
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
In our lives, we often experience challenges. Life can be filled with peaks and valleys. These experiences may affect us emotionally, behaviorally, or environmentally. In these times, we may not always know how or have the tools to manage how we react. As a licensed therapist, I am here to provide the safe space to uncover how we can tackle these difficulties together. My goal is to help my clients gain insight so that they can better identify, utilize, and build upon the internal resources that they already possess. Together, we build skills in order to promote overall wellness through various of therapeutic approaches.
In our lives, we often experience challenges. Life can be filled with peaks and valleys. These experiences may affect us emotionally, behaviorally, or environmentally. In these times, we may not always know how or have the tools to manage how we react. As a licensed therapist, I am here to provide the safe space to uncover how we can tackle these difficulties together. My goal is to help my clients gain insight so that they can better identify, utilize, and build upon the internal resources that they already possess. Together, we build skills in order to promote overall wellness through various of therapeutic approaches.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.