Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD
Elise Celli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20882 (Online Only)
Two providers; immediate openings starting 5/1/24. Hi, I'm Dr. Didi, resident and previous marriage ministry director. I work with couples, families, and adolescents 12+. If you'd like to work on unhealthy communication and relating patterns, I'm the provider for you! We will work on reducing repetitive conflicts, resentments and reactivity, restoring joy and emotional closeness via Gottman and attachment theories. For individuals, I also work with depression, anxiety and trauma via EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPT and EMDR. Christian faith integration available upon request.
Two providers; immediate openings starting 5/1/24. Hi, I'm Dr. Didi, resident and previous marriage ministry director. I work with couples, families, and adolescents 12+. If you'd like to work on unhealthy communication and relating patterns, I'm the provider for you! We will work on reducing repetitive conflicts, resentments and reactivity, restoring joy and emotional closeness via Gottman and attachment theories. For individuals, I also work with depression, anxiety and trauma via EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPT and EMDR. Christian faith integration available upon request.
Ericka Jennings
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Creating a space that is safe, non-judgmental, and supportive for my clients is my utmost priority. Navigating through painful emotions can be a solitary journey, but together, we can embark on a path of healing and discovery. My approach is holistic and collaborative. At the heart of successful therapy is a robust therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client, which I believe is a cornerstone for a lasting and transformative experience. Understanding our history offers us profound insights into unresolved issues and internal conflicts.
Creating a space that is safe, non-judgmental, and supportive for my clients is my utmost priority. Navigating through painful emotions can be a solitary journey, but together, we can embark on a path of healing and discovery. My approach is holistic and collaborative. At the heart of successful therapy is a robust therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client, which I believe is a cornerstone for a lasting and transformative experience. Understanding our history offers us profound insights into unresolved issues and internal conflicts.
Maliha Malik
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
I work with Individuals, Couples and Families who can sometimes feel "stuck" not heard or unhappy. I believe that my clients are the experts and my goal is to guide them in understanding the "why," "how," and "what's next." I believe that even in our darkest times we all have strengths that can help us achieve the goals we want within our relationships with ourselves and the others in our life and my role in the therapeutic process is to guide you towards those strengths so together we can bring back into light they deserve. I like to go at my client(s) pace so to not push or create unattainable expectations.
I work with Individuals, Couples and Families who can sometimes feel "stuck" not heard or unhappy. I believe that my clients are the experts and my goal is to guide them in understanding the "why," "how," and "what's next." I believe that even in our darkest times we all have strengths that can help us achieve the goals we want within our relationships with ourselves and the others in our life and my role in the therapeutic process is to guide you towards those strengths so together we can bring back into light they deserve. I like to go at my client(s) pace so to not push or create unattainable expectations.
Miran Dalley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Limited new client sessions available. We help empower women and couples to find their strongest authentic self. Are you are feeling lost in all the different roles in your life? Are you feeling like you have created a life that you thought should make you happy, but you're not? Are you feeling alone in your relationship(s). Are you feeling overwhelmed, on edge and unable to rest or engage in self care? Do you feel like you make everyone else's needs a priority, and yours get lost? Are you feeling too emotional or sensitive? We can help you find fulfillment, contentment and internal strength!
Limited new client sessions available. We help empower women and couples to find their strongest authentic self. Are you are feeling lost in all the different roles in your life? Are you feeling like you have created a life that you thought should make you happy, but you're not? Are you feeling alone in your relationship(s). Are you feeling overwhelmed, on edge and unable to rest or engage in self care? Do you feel like you make everyone else's needs a priority, and yours get lost? Are you feeling too emotional or sensitive? We can help you find fulfillment, contentment and internal strength!
Integrative Behavioral Health, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
Hey, I'm glad you're here. Acknowledging that you need help or desiring change is a brave step, I commend you for taking it. Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming & we all need someone to help us navigate life's daily stressors that come our way. I want to be that person for you, to help you unpack & find healing from whatever you may be facing. Whether you're dealing with stress from work, relationships, disappointment, spirituality concerns, tired of doing the same things & feeling stuck & want to build better communication, reconnection, and healthier relationships or any other challenge, I'm here to support you on this journey.
Hey, I'm glad you're here. Acknowledging that you need help or desiring change is a brave step, I commend you for taking it. Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming & we all need someone to help us navigate life's daily stressors that come our way. I want to be that person for you, to help you unpack & find healing from whatever you may be facing. Whether you're dealing with stress from work, relationships, disappointment, spirituality concerns, tired of doing the same things & feeling stuck & want to build better communication, reconnection, and healthier relationships or any other challenge, I'm here to support you on this journey.
Dr. Leda Kaveh
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Dr. Kaveh is the owner/director of Washington Psychological Wellness. Dr. Kaveh is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor & compassion to the practice. She works to inspire change, create greater self-awareness & improve one's life. She provides a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling & being. Her aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of your problems, provide strategies to help you cope & empower you to trust your inner voice & live each day authentically.
Dr. Kaveh is the owner/director of Washington Psychological Wellness. Dr. Kaveh is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor & compassion to the practice. She works to inspire change, create greater self-awareness & improve one's life. She provides a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling & being. Her aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of your problems, provide strategies to help you cope & empower you to trust your inner voice & live each day authentically.
Washington Psychological Wellness
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. Our aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically.
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. Our aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically.
Gabriela Rios-Martinez
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
I am a very compassionate and empathetic therapist that values the importance of a positive client-therapist relationship. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which healing and self-exploration can occur. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and knowledgeable about specific topics such as exploring relationships, gender, sexuality, coming out, and transitioning. I particularly enjoy working with clients who would like to find out more about their true selves and their place in the world.
I am a very compassionate and empathetic therapist that values the importance of a positive client-therapist relationship. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which healing and self-exploration can occur. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and knowledgeable about specific topics such as exploring relationships, gender, sexuality, coming out, and transitioning. I particularly enjoy working with clients who would like to find out more about their true selves and their place in the world.
Kim Parker Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Ms. Wells is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Supervisor, Court Approved Parent Coordinator (PC), and EMDR Trained therapist who offers more than 25 years of experience treating children, adolescents, & adults. She specializes in working with individuals & families who may be experiencing trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, or other behavioral disorders. Ms. Wells has advanced training & certifications in EMDR, Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Parent Coordination& Mediation. Lastly, she is a breast cancer survivor who specializes in assisting women & families thrive during & after treatment.
Ms. Wells is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Certified Supervisor, Court Approved Parent Coordinator (PC), and EMDR Trained therapist who offers more than 25 years of experience treating children, adolescents, & adults. She specializes in working with individuals & families who may be experiencing trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, or other behavioral disorders. Ms. Wells has advanced training & certifications in EMDR, Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Parent Coordination& Mediation. Lastly, she is a breast cancer survivor who specializes in assisting women & families thrive during & after treatment.
Olivia Aybar Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
Rose Wellness
Counselor, MS, ACRPS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (Online Only)
At Rose Wellness, our clinicians have a variety of specialties which include depression & anxiety, relationships, substance use, LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming care, and who are trauma-informed, trained in EMDR, and treat children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults. We currently have 17 amazing therapists, and most are in network with Carefirst, United, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicaid.
At Rose Wellness, our clinicians have a variety of specialties which include depression & anxiety, relationships, substance use, LGBTQIA+ and gender affirming care, and who are trauma-informed, trained in EMDR, and treat children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults. We currently have 17 amazing therapists, and most are in network with Carefirst, United, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicaid.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a warm and compassionate teammate to help you navigate a difficult life situation, mental health issue, or painful stressor? If you have reached the point where you realize you can't keep feeling this way, I'm here to listen, help you better define the issue and work with you at your pace to create a solution. I use empathy and humor to help individuals and families recognize their strengths and understand the barriers that may be in the way of change.
Are you looking for a warm and compassionate teammate to help you navigate a difficult life situation, mental health issue, or painful stressor? If you have reached the point where you realize you can't keep feeling this way, I'm here to listen, help you better define the issue and work with you at your pace to create a solution. I use empathy and humor to help individuals and families recognize their strengths and understand the barriers that may be in the way of change.
Comeback Counseling: Trauma-Informed Therapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP-II, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Certified trauma-informed therapist with training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CPT. I specialize in work with adult/adolescent clients with a history of trauma, whether single incident or complex. These clients may present with PTSD, cPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and more. My goal is to assist my clients with not only recovering after trauma, but enabling growth toward the person they want to be. I see survival as a strength, and the adaptations that allowed for that survival should be recognized as such to increase self-compassion and facilitate the next step.
Certified trauma-informed therapist with training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CPT. I specialize in work with adult/adolescent clients with a history of trauma, whether single incident or complex. These clients may present with PTSD, cPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and more. My goal is to assist my clients with not only recovering after trauma, but enabling growth toward the person they want to be. I see survival as a strength, and the adaptations that allowed for that survival should be recognized as such to increase self-compassion and facilitate the next step.
Russell Claver-Obinna
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Russell understands that the more we learn about ourselves the better we can respond to the challenges we face. Often, we tend to respond to our challenges in ways that may be problematic. However, once we learn to manage our emotions and the interaction between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, we can begin to develop and strengthen healthier thinking patterns resulting in positive outcomes. As a result, Russell enjoys working with individuals learning to manage anger, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Russell understands that the more we learn about ourselves the better we can respond to the challenges we face. Often, we tend to respond to our challenges in ways that may be problematic. However, once we learn to manage our emotions and the interaction between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, we can begin to develop and strengthen healthier thinking patterns resulting in positive outcomes. As a result, Russell enjoys working with individuals learning to manage anger, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Andrea M Cordell-Proper
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Caring, inclusive, multicultural approach to individual, couple and family needs. Through the use of Internal Family Systems and wellness based therapy, supporting people as they heal. I specialize in supporting those with anxiety, life events and trauma. Additional support for perinatal mood disorders (postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and panic), and those with ADHD. Meeting people were they are at with a non-judgmental approach.
Caring, inclusive, multicultural approach to individual, couple and family needs. Through the use of Internal Family Systems and wellness based therapy, supporting people as they heal. I specialize in supporting those with anxiety, life events and trauma. Additional support for perinatal mood disorders (postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and panic), and those with ADHD. Meeting people were they are at with a non-judgmental approach.
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Rivka Sidorsky & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
Gelisa Evette Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20854 (Online Only)
I desire is to empower her clients, so they can then empower themselves. My goal in practice is to empower my clients to restore balance in their lives to combat depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues or trauma. My background is in individual, family, and crisis counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I use a person-centered approach to helping individuals and families, to promote coping, healing, and personal growth.
I desire is to empower her clients, so they can then empower themselves. My goal in practice is to empower my clients to restore balance in their lives to combat depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues or trauma. My background is in individual, family, and crisis counseling. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I use a person-centered approach to helping individuals and families, to promote coping, healing, and personal growth.
Sofia Rubenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. As a client-centered and strengths-based clinician, it is my goal to make that process feel comfortable and safe. I believe that the client is the expert and I am a resource to help guide and process challenging life experiences and uncover new skills to manage those stressors. I especially enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults to overcome anxiety while promoting positive self-esteem.
Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. As a client-centered and strengths-based clinician, it is my goal to make that process feel comfortable and safe. I believe that the client is the expert and I am a resource to help guide and process challenging life experiences and uncover new skills to manage those stressors. I especially enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults to overcome anxiety while promoting positive self-esteem.
Karin S Tovar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
It may be that life deals us the unexpected, or perhaps things just slowly begin to feel “off”—whatever the case may be, we can find growth and healing by exploring the ways our past affects our present. Scary? Definitely! But accessing these versions of ourselves that have been dormant is what helps us shift from surviving to thriving. Whether you’ve been experiencing anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma, or feeling burned out, I can help become a truer version of yourself. For your convenience, I offer online appointments for clients located in DC and MD, or in person appointments at my office in Farragut Square, DC.
It may be that life deals us the unexpected, or perhaps things just slowly begin to feel “off”—whatever the case may be, we can find growth and healing by exploring the ways our past affects our present. Scary? Definitely! But accessing these versions of ourselves that have been dormant is what helps us shift from surviving to thriving. Whether you’ve been experiencing anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma, or feeling burned out, I can help become a truer version of yourself. For your convenience, I offer online appointments for clients located in DC and MD, or in person appointments at my office in Farragut Square, DC.
Kay Edwards - Counseling on Call
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
Hey, I’m Kay! I am so glad you are here. I believe that wellness is a continuum; Therefore, no matter where you currently find yourself on the spectrum, there is always something new and available for you to discover that will enhance your present state of being. As a Licensed Certified Social Worker, Clinical (LCSW-C), I have had the opportunity to partner with children, individuals, families, and organizations, in numerous different clinical settings, to support their holistic wellness.
Hey, I’m Kay! I am so glad you are here. I believe that wellness is a continuum; Therefore, no matter where you currently find yourself on the spectrum, there is always something new and available for you to discover that will enhance your present state of being. As a Licensed Certified Social Worker, Clinical (LCSW-C), I have had the opportunity to partner with children, individuals, families, and organizations, in numerous different clinical settings, to support their holistic wellness.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.