Therapists in 20814
Gelisa Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker and trauma specialist that has been practicing for over 7 years. As my client, I want to empower you, to empower yourself. My goal in practice is to empower you to restore balance in your life. To help you to combat depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues or trauma. My background is in individual, family, and crisis counseling. I work with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults. I use a person-centered approach to helping individuals and families, and in order to promote coping, healing, and personal growth.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and trauma specialist that has been practicing for over 7 years. As my client, I want to empower you, to empower yourself. My goal in practice is to empower you to restore balance in your life. To help you to combat depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues or trauma. My background is in individual, family, and crisis counseling. I work with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults. I use a person-centered approach to helping individuals and families, and in order to promote coping, healing, and personal growth.
Alexandra (Alex) Huss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Therapeutic growth begins with finding a space where you feel safe and valued in vulnerability. I hope to collaboratively create that space with you. My work focuses on client concerns ranging from trauma and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, body image, family stressors, isolation, low self-esteem, LGTBQIA+ related issues, international perspectives, to life transitions.
Therapeutic growth begins with finding a space where you feel safe and valued in vulnerability. I hope to collaboratively create that space with you. My work focuses on client concerns ranging from trauma and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, body image, family stressors, isolation, low self-esteem, LGTBQIA+ related issues, international perspectives, to life transitions.
Morris Lewis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Although this is not an all-inclusive list, I enjoy working with clients seeking to address the following: relationship issues; family conflict; anger management; poor decision-making; faulty/unhealthy thinking; poor self-concept; poor communication; work/debt-related stress; career indecision/stagnation; multicultural concerns; addiction; and grief.
I am a graduate of Michigan State University with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. I have been licensed to practice psychology since 2006. I have over 25 years of training/professional experience relative to working with clients from a variety of backgrounds with a multitude of concerns.
Although this is not an all-inclusive list, I enjoy working with clients seeking to address the following: relationship issues; family conflict; anger management; poor decision-making; faulty/unhealthy thinking; poor self-concept; poor communication; work/debt-related stress; career indecision/stagnation; multicultural concerns; addiction; and grief.
I am a graduate of Michigan State University with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. I have been licensed to practice psychology since 2006. I have over 25 years of training/professional experience relative to working with clients from a variety of backgrounds with a multitude of concerns.
Alison Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I draw upon evidence-based techniques such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused therapies to empower you in your healing process.
Hello and welcome. I'm Alison, a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in guiding teenagers and young adults through their journey of healing and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges that anxiety, depression, and trauma can bring into one's life, I am committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where you can find your way back to a place of strength and well-being
I draw upon evidence-based techniques such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused therapies to empower you in your healing process.
Hello and welcome. I'm Alison, a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in guiding teenagers and young adults through their journey of healing and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges that anxiety, depression, and trauma can bring into one's life, I am committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where you can find your way back to a place of strength and well-being
Adrienne Claire Jeffries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Do you have a hard time trusting yourself and knowing what you like, how you feel, how to describe yourself? Have you been in a series of "bad" relationships ( boss, friend, family, love) not sure why you keep repeating the pattern or attracting such narcisistic people? Do you feel anxious and unsure of using your voice and asking for what you want/need? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with others? Do you feel a lot of shame/guilt over choices you have made and want to let go of those feelings? Wouldn't it be nice if you were treated how you treat others? Do you feel you need to take care of others, but are last priority?
Do you have a hard time trusting yourself and knowing what you like, how you feel, how to describe yourself? Have you been in a series of "bad" relationships ( boss, friend, family, love) not sure why you keep repeating the pattern or attracting such narcisistic people? Do you feel anxious and unsure of using your voice and asking for what you want/need? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with others? Do you feel a lot of shame/guilt over choices you have made and want to let go of those feelings? Wouldn't it be nice if you were treated how you treat others? Do you feel you need to take care of others, but are last priority?
Toni Session
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am experienced in providing Marriage, Couples and Family Therapy and in crisis intervention with children ages 5-18 years old.
Hi there, I am Toni. One word used to describe me would be genuine. I am a therapist and life coach who is all about her client. My goal is to learn everything I can about you so I can help you become your best self. I practice from a person-centered approach with a focus in Solution Focused Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Also, by listening and building a therapeutic alliance with you. I incorporate techniques specifically catered to you. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to work with you.
I am experienced in providing Marriage, Couples and Family Therapy and in crisis intervention with children ages 5-18 years old.
Hi there, I am Toni. One word used to describe me would be genuine. I am a therapist and life coach who is all about her client. My goal is to learn everything I can about you so I can help you become your best self. I practice from a person-centered approach with a focus in Solution Focused Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Also, by listening and building a therapeutic alliance with you. I incorporate techniques specifically catered to you. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to work with you.
Michelle Goldstein
Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Michelle utilizes techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology, and mindfulness to address struggles her clients face, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and instability in relationships.
Michelle works with adolescents and adults to help them achieve the emotional and personal growth they want to see in their lives. Michelle specializes in helping teenagers and young adults navigate transitions and establish a strong sense of self. She also helps those struggling with fertility journeys and pregnancy loss, military families with their unique lifestyle struggles, and parents establishing healthy relational patterns. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to process their emotions, understand themselves, and further develop skills that help them heal and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Michelle utilizes techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology, and mindfulness to address struggles her clients face, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and instability in relationships.
Michelle works with adolescents and adults to help them achieve the emotional and personal growth they want to see in their lives. Michelle specializes in helping teenagers and young adults navigate transitions and establish a strong sense of self. She also helps those struggling with fertility journeys and pregnancy loss, military families with their unique lifestyle struggles, and parents establishing healthy relational patterns. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to process their emotions, understand themselves, and further develop skills that help them heal and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Lindsay Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Whether you are seeking to recover from narcissistic abuse, intimate partner violence, or family or childhood trauma, or you are struggling with a difficult life transition or depression, or anxiety. I will meet you exactly where you are. I believe that each individual is the expert on their own lives. My sole purpose as your therapist is to guide you with compassion and care to help you unlock your innate inner wisdom and equip you with the tools you need to overcome the trauma of your past.
Whether you are seeking to recover from narcissistic abuse, intimate partner violence, or family or childhood trauma, or you are struggling with a difficult life transition or depression, or anxiety. I will meet you exactly where you are. I believe that each individual is the expert on their own lives. My sole purpose as your therapist is to guide you with compassion and care to help you unlock your innate inner wisdom and equip you with the tools you need to overcome the trauma of your past.
Dr. Jay Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in other states as well. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others worldwide, I can help you.
My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in other states as well. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others worldwide, I can help you.
Dr. Jon Thomas
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Research shows that teachers, doctors, nurses, counselors, social workers, pastors, and CEOs face unique challenges that can leave them drained of the energy they need to be effective on the job and in personal and family relationships.
I have been working with individuals, couples, and families in the Maryland area for 20 years, During my time here I have had the privileged to serve as a college chaplain, youth pastor, university professor, and mental health clinic director. At present I divide my time between serving mental health and substance abuse clinics as a clinical supervisor and consultant and running a thriving private practice. I specialize in helping other professionals fight off burnout and establish an effective work/life balance. This become increasingly important with the additional stress Covid-19 has placed on all of us.
Research shows that teachers, doctors, nurses, counselors, social workers, pastors, and CEOs face unique challenges that can leave them drained of the energy they need to be effective on the job and in personal and family relationships.
I have been working with individuals, couples, and families in the Maryland area for 20 years, During my time here I have had the privileged to serve as a college chaplain, youth pastor, university professor, and mental health clinic director. At present I divide my time between serving mental health and substance abuse clinics as a clinical supervisor and consultant and running a thriving private practice. I specialize in helping other professionals fight off burnout and establish an effective work/life balance. This become increasingly important with the additional stress Covid-19 has placed on all of us.
James Zazanis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
At its core, disconnection from ourselves, our family, or even our community is the root cause of many of our challenges. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship dissatisfaction, or triggers from past traumas, we'll work together to repair your emotional and attachment wounds. Ultimately, my goal is to work collaboratively to help you cultivate balance and the skills that you need so that your mental health challenges no longer prevent you from achieving your goals.
At its core, disconnection from ourselves, our family, or even our community is the root cause of many of our challenges. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship dissatisfaction, or triggers from past traumas, we'll work together to repair your emotional and attachment wounds. Ultimately, my goal is to work collaboratively to help you cultivate balance and the skills that you need so that your mental health challenges no longer prevent you from achieving your goals.
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Amy B Livingood
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
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.
Dawn Chamberlain
Counselor, LCPC, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
My strengths include warmth, compassion and open-mindedness as part of a comprehensive, client-centered approach. My early training emphasized humanism and later training has included a variety of modalities, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and EMDR. I focus on fostering existing strengths of clients and tend to favor a more short-term approach. I also provide supportive counseling related to issues centered around family, relationships and career.
My strengths include warmth, compassion and open-mindedness as part of a comprehensive, client-centered approach. My early training emphasized humanism and later training has included a variety of modalities, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and EMDR. I focus on fostering existing strengths of clients and tend to favor a more short-term approach. I also provide supportive counseling related to issues centered around family, relationships and career.
Adrian Stanley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Although my focus on models such as Family Systems, CBT, Solution-Focused and Person-Centered therapies allow me to be effective in helping clients achieve wellness, I believe therapy must also be uniquely customized and tailored specifically to each client's entirely unique story.
As a therapist, I am committed in addressing issues interfering with life satisfaction and to help you achieve healthier, more rewarding relationships and greater awareness. I believe you possess what it takes and my aim is to assist you in achieving your goals. I work with children and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, mood disorders, and self-destructive behaviors such as substance abuse and suicidal & non-suicidal self-injury. I also work with couples for premarital, relationship & life transitions issues and divorce counseling.
Although my focus on models such as Family Systems, CBT, Solution-Focused and Person-Centered therapies allow me to be effective in helping clients achieve wellness, I believe therapy must also be uniquely customized and tailored specifically to each client's entirely unique story.
As a therapist, I am committed in addressing issues interfering with life satisfaction and to help you achieve healthier, more rewarding relationships and greater awareness. I believe you possess what it takes and my aim is to assist you in achieving your goals. I work with children and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, mood disorders, and self-destructive behaviors such as substance abuse and suicidal & non-suicidal self-injury. I also work with couples for premarital, relationship & life transitions issues and divorce counseling.
Shae Travis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I also assist couples that dealing with infertility as they explore ways to expand their family.
I spent many years as an educator in public schools and as a counselor. Now I have the privilege to devote my full time to mental health counseling. My focus is couples counseling, but I also offer services to help families and individuals navigate through life's challenges.
I also assist couples that dealing with infertility as they explore ways to expand their family.
I spent many years as an educator in public schools and as a counselor. Now I have the privilege to devote my full time to mental health counseling. My focus is couples counseling, but I also offer services to help families and individuals navigate through life's challenges.
Anntana Michelle Brown
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I have experience working with adults and teens in an inpatient and outpatient setting with dual diagnosis including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Mood Disorders, substance abuse and family/relationship issues.
“You can’t change what’s going on around you until you start changing what’s going on inside you” -Inky Johnson. After serving in The United States Army, I earned a master’s degree in Psychology with a track in Addiction from Purdue University Global in 2018. I completed additional course work at Capella University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I have experience working with adults and teens in an inpatient and outpatient setting with dual diagnosis including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Mood Disorders, substance abuse and family/relationship issues.
“You can’t change what’s going on around you until you start changing what’s going on inside you” -Inky Johnson. After serving in The United States Army, I earned a master’s degree in Psychology with a track in Addiction from Purdue University Global in 2018. I completed additional course work at Capella University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Michelle Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself wanting more out of life? Better relationships and a deeper connection with friends, family and significant others. Are you having trouble meeting expectations? Or saying “No" then resenting saying yes? Do you have issues with setting boundaries? More often than we realize, we tend to lose ourselves giving what we don’t have while trying to manage it all; parenthood, relationships, careers, and life situations. We then become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck.
Do you find yourself wanting more out of life? Better relationships and a deeper connection with friends, family and significant others. Are you having trouble meeting expectations? Or saying “No" then resenting saying yes? Do you have issues with setting boundaries? More often than we realize, we tend to lose ourselves giving what we don’t have while trying to manage it all; parenthood, relationships, careers, and life situations. We then become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stuck.
Juliet Dixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Are you at the point where you know something has to change? I help adults cope with the challenges of being a caregiver while struggling with anxiety and depression, teaching you techniques that will allow you to realize your strengths and maximize your potential. The fact that so many of us work to make ends meet or support our passions, along with juggling family life and work responsibilities, leaves us feeling overwhelmed.
Are you at the point where you know something has to change? I help adults cope with the challenges of being a caregiver while struggling with anxiety and depression, teaching you techniques that will allow you to realize your strengths and maximize your potential. The fact that so many of us work to make ends meet or support our passions, along with juggling family life and work responsibilities, leaves us feeling overwhelmed.
Katherine Hannon: Fertility & Infertility Therapy
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, NCC, MA, BCC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Waitlist for new clients
Finding a therapist who is a great match is essential when you turn to counseling to help build or grow your family. You likely feel stressed, depressed, or isolated as you have encountered setbacks. I help individuals and couples experiencing infertility, coping with pregnancy loss, considering third-party reproduction or adoption, or deciding to live child-free. I have more than 20 years working with RESOLVE, the National Infertility Association. We will work as a team as I teach you to make challenging decisions, manage stress, enhance your relationship, heal from loss, and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Finding a therapist who is a great match is essential when you turn to counseling to help build or grow your family. You likely feel stressed, depressed, or isolated as you have encountered setbacks. I help individuals and couples experiencing infertility, coping with pregnancy loss, considering third-party reproduction or adoption, or deciding to live child-free. I have more than 20 years working with RESOLVE, the National Infertility Association. We will work as a team as I teach you to make challenging decisions, manage stress, enhance your relationship, heal from loss, and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Teanna Diggs At Postpartum Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
As a mother of 4, I understand the demands that are expected from work to family to relationships.
My name is Teanna and I am a licensed psychotherapist in Maryland, Virginia, and Florida. I specialize in Women’s Health by working with you to learn to cope with thoughts that plague sleepless nights, and past experiences that hold you back from the breakthrough to a better life. My techniques focus on creating a safe place to lay out all the cards and begin to rebuild a better self. I utilize several evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Each approach is catered specifically to your needs, as I believe my clients are as unique as their needs.
As a mother of 4, I understand the demands that are expected from work to family to relationships.
My name is Teanna and I am a licensed psychotherapist in Maryland, Virginia, and Florida. I specialize in Women’s Health by working with you to learn to cope with thoughts that plague sleepless nights, and past experiences that hold you back from the breakthrough to a better life. My techniques focus on creating a safe place to lay out all the cards and begin to rebuild a better self. I utilize several evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Each approach is catered specifically to your needs, as I believe my clients are as unique as their needs.
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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.