Katheryne Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW (she, her)
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I help clients develop practical skills they can carry with them beyond the therapy room—learning how to pause before reacting during conflict, set boundaries without being overwhelmed by guilt, sit with difficult emotions instead of avoiding them, quiet the inner critic, communicate needs more clearly, and make choices that are guided by personal values rather than fear. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, shame, guilt, chronic illness, life transitions, disappointment, and patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, or emotional avoidance.
Together, we explore the experiences and patterns behind these struggles so you can better understand yourself and create new ways of responding. I believe meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, honesty, and understanding. I I bring curiosity, compassion, and directness to our work together.
Therapy is a collaborative process. I'll bring curiosity, honesty, and evidence-based strategies, and together we'll create goals that feel meaningful to your life. If you're tired of surviving on autopilot and want to understand yourself with more clarity while making changes that actually last, I'd be honored to support you.
Call or Email Katheryne Schmidt now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 506-5069
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna EAP
- Aetna Student Health
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareFirst
- Meritain Health
- Trustmark Benefits
Katheryne Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 506-5069
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Virginia / 0906015431 Supervised by Laura Barnes Springer (Virginia / 0904005768) Katheryne Schmidt
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended The University of Tennessee, MA, Social Work, Graduated 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Katheryne Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 506-5069
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Katheryne Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (571) 506-5069
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Mixed Race
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Mixed Race
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Katheryne Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (571) 506-5069
Groups
Postpartum Support Group
Group Goals: Explore and reframe personal narratives surrounding postpartum experiences and early motherhood to foster self-compassion and reduce self-judgment Enhance emotional regulation and coping skills Improve communication to strengthen relationships and confidently express needs during early motherhood. Target Participants: New mothers (up to 1 year postpartum) seeking emotional support, practical coping strategies, and a sense of community during the transition into motherhood. Babies are welcome to attend as needed. Theoretical Frameworks Utilized: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Types of Therapy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$70-$80
Group Meets
Every Mon 7 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Location
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Email Katheryne Schmidt about this group or call - (571) 506-5069
Location
Additional Location
Ashburn, VA 20147
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Katheryne Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 506-5069