I apply the science of Psychology in assisting individuals, couples and families in the pursuit of their goals. I strive to maximize their happiness and to live more effective lives. I have practiced in the Washington Metropolitan area since 1973. Trained by Drs. Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis, I have specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy and in the treatment of mood disorders. As a certified sex therapist I combine the application of psychological science with a compassionate, empathic approach to individuals and couples as they struggle with their problems in the area of sexual functioning and related difficulties.

Catherine received her MSW from Columbia University and also holds a master’s in clinical psychology from Montclair State University. Catherine uses a variety of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Complicated Grief Treatment, and the Resilience Builder Program (RBP). Catherine specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in youth as well as the use of parenting programs for youth with disruptive behaviors.

I help children, adolescents, young adults, parents & families, providing individual therapy, family therapy, & parent coaching. Each person and treatment is unique, but I integrate several techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parent coaching, family systems, meditation, and hypnosis. Please contact me at 301-365-8105 or drpamluttig@gmail.com. If you prefer, we can have that initial contact over teletherapy. You can tell me about the issues, and I will describe how I would approach the therapy or refer you to someone else who can help.

Have you or your child recently experienced a trauma, suffered a loss or are having trouble overcoming past events? Do you worry that something just is not quite right with your child? Does your child struggle with anxiety or behavior problems and you don't know how to help them? I meet all children and families where they are. I try to put everyone at ease, answer all your questions and begin to instill hope that the problems will get better. Once you contact me I will provide a brief 15 minute phone consultation with you, free of charge to best understand your concerns and determine how the services I provide can help.

Are you struggling with the effects of childhood trauma? Do you find it difficult to build and maintain healthy relationships? Do you experience family conflict? Shralita brings warmth, empathy, and specialized knowledge to help you recover from depression, anxiety, insomnia, dependent personality disorder, and adjustment disorder. You can expect supportive, practical help in overcoming the effects of trauma. Therapy will be tailored to your needs, using the tools that work best for you, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR).

TELETHERAPY ONLY AT THIS TIME. ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Like riding a wild horse galloping through the woods, our mind can take us wherever it wants until we cultivate skills to tame and steer it. Ruminating on big emotions can seem ferocious and unmanageable. After a break up, a diagnosis, a betrayal, a crisis, change or loss you can feel overwhelmed by what your over-heated, Lamborghini brain kicks up. I can help you create a safe space, reduce speed, re-navigate and travel towards a meaningful life.

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 35 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.

People come to therapy for different reasons at different times of their lives. I provide a compassionate nonjudgemental environment in which I see each client as a unique individual expressing their own unique concerns. By working collaboratively with you, I hope to understand past events that might be contributing to your present difficulties and help you find present solutions that will help you achieve a greater sense of well being. I believe that in the safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship people come to greater self understanding and self acceptance which leads to leading more meaningful and fulfilling lives.

During stressful times many people find life overwhelming and their sense of joy declining. Sometimes people feel stuck in self-defeating behaviors or situations that impact their health, relationships or work/life balance. Sometimes emotions are confusing and troubling to the point that they interfere in reaching personal satisfaction. After a few initial meetings, we collaborate together to determine the most beneficial treatment for you. If you choose psychotherapy or psychoanalysis, you can expect to improve your personal relationships, become more satisfied at home, work, or school and take greater pleasure in life.

Is your relationship difficult or in trouble? Are you and your partner unable to communicate or share intimacy? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, sexual dysfunctions, or building healthy relationships? I can help you, or you and your spouse in couples therapy, build better communication skills, recover intimacy, find areas for connection, and create healthier boundaries. Treatment will be focused on solutions and tailored to your needs - choosing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method (for Couples Therapy), and other tools.

I specialize in an active, short-term problem solving treatment. While enough of the past must be understood to make sense of the present, this goal oriented short-term therapy is oriented toward the present and future and does not emphasize pathology and the past. Although there is no limit to the number of sessions that can be scheduled, my attitude toward time is to create positive change as quickly as possible and practical. This therapy utilizes particular strengths and aptitudes that every client brings with them. These strengths are used in the most productive way to ameliorate problems and introduce flexibility

Clients (individuals or couples) in need of help with relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, depression, anxiety, and motivation will benefit from my approach. I've developed specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere. With the future in sight, we work together to make your dreams reality.

If you or a family member is struggling in life, with anything, I believe that finding your counselor should be the least stressful part about your journey. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and I have been working in the field of counseling for eighteen years. I have worked with many issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, or everyday relationships that are in need of healing. I will always work with you, your child or your significant other to help you get to the place that you need to be therapeutically. I provide an empathetic, confidential and most importantly a non-judgmental space.

I work to help you feel better during stressful, difficult and anxious times. My approach is strength-based and collaborative to bolster resilience and provide tools to help you overcome and manage stress, depression, anxiety, feelings of overwhelm and the many challenges you are facing. I enjoy working with adolescent, young adult, adult and older adult clients, and am happy to provide parent coaching.

Are you having difficulty connecting with your loved one? Are you experiencing a recent major life change? Are you having trouble sleeping or concentrating because of an unresolved family conflict or other stressor? Do you feel like there's no room in your schedule to relax because you are always taking care of others or working on a never-ending "to-do list"? ​ Whether you have experienced a sudden unexpected event or you are going through a new change in your life, we can help! We specialize in working with individuals, couples and families who are going through a challenging time in their life or are trying to make sense of neg

"Are you experiencing conflicts in your relationships? Are you feeling depressed, anxious or irritable? Finding a therapist you can connect with to help you explore an unbiased view of your struggles or concerns can be difficult. As a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience, I help adults, adolescents, and couples through a variety of life transitions. I offer help to clients struggling from a variety of issues, ranging from: marital difficulties, anxiety and depression, separation and divorce, grief, parenting and workplace difficulties. In addition, I am a trained collaborative divorce coach and child specialist.

How rapidly our world has changed. Working from home, constant interruptions, too many meetings by video, discipline, feeling unqualified for distance learning – we’re unprepared for this state of constant chaos. So many meals, demands, screen time, and lack of motivation leave no time for yourself. Irritable, edgy and exhausted, your patience is long gone. Your relationship suffers. Spinning thoughts about health, finances, family, loss of connection immobilize you. You’re running on empty. Individuals and couples - Look no further for someone who “gets” you. I can understand and support you. You don’t have to feel alone anymore.

Peter Fitts, LCSW-C is a seasoned clinician with over 20 years of experience providing therapy for individuals, families, and couples. He operates from a strengths-based, culturally intelligent and holistic perspective. He has an extensive history of working with emotionally challenged youth through the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. He has also managed therapeutic foster care services for over 25 years. Mr. Fitts has an innate ability to connect with adolescents, young adults, and adults. He "meets his clients where they are", and works with them to find solutions to change negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Are you worried that your child is anxious, depressed or having difficulty navigating peer relationships? Are you struggling with parenting a teenager? Do you feel disconnected from your partner and find yourself wondering where the passion went? Relationships can be both the most rewarding and most challenging aspects of our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, couples, and families. I provide a safe and supportive place where you are empowered to reach your personal and relationship goals. Together we can help you find balance, enrichment, and happiness in your life.