Maria Bello
Psychologist, PsyD
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Bethesda, MD 20814
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Hi, I’m Dr. Maria Bello, a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience helping teens and young adults (ages 13-40) develop the tools they need to thrive and overcome their anxieties. Many of the clients I work with struggle with anxious, repetitive, or intrusive thoughts that they describe as "debilitating" or "spiraling.” They often get stuck in a “thought loop” that results in negative patterns to try and decrease or completely get rid of the thoughts. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work and that’s where therapy comes in! I am passionate about helping my clients use components of CBT to finally challenge these patterns.
I specialize in anxiety related disorders, OCD, and depression. My therapeutic work is based on principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) including ERP, DBT, and ACT. Additionally, I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming psychologist and have completed training in the provision of gender-affirming care. I will be taking new clients in September 2025.
If you or your teen are ready to make the first step, I am happy to answer any questions you may have during a free 15-minute consultation. I aim to get to know my clients and guide them through practical strategies that I believe fit their needs. I am licensed in Maryland and am able to see clients who are located in any of the 42 PSYPACT states.
Call or Email Maria Bello now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 734-3257
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $215
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Maria Bello
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 734-3257
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 06939 Maria Ann Bello
- Attended Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctoral (Psy.D.)
- Degree/Diploma from Loyola University Maryland Masters
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Maria Bello
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 734-3257
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Depression
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Body Positivity
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Teen Violence
Maria Bello
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 734-3257
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Relational
Maria Bello
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 734-3257
Location
Additional Location
Washington, DC 20009
(240) 734-3257