Therapists in Kensington, MD

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the DMV area and the owner/director of Serenity Psychotherapy Group, LLC. Your well-being is my utmost priority, and I am here to support you on your therapeutic journey. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or other life traumas or transitions, I deeply understand the vulnerability and courage that comes with seeking therapy, and I value the trust you place in me as your ally. Together, I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and safe space where you can explore, gain insight, and grow.

I work with individuals and couples, adults ages 18 -85. I see people daytime and in the evening. I work primarily with mood and anxiety disorders and also have substantial experience working with serious mental illnesses.

People, relationships, work and life can be hard to handle and sometimes it is difficult to put words on what it is to be you. At times you may know where your difficulties and problems lie but other times you just feel that something is wrong. Maybe you want to grow your self-knowledge, awareness and ability to be totally honest with yourself. Or you may want to calm your racing mind and the painful memories that keep you up all night. I am here to support you with navigating through challenges, changes and improvements.

When individuals experience anxiety, depression, stress, relational discord, substance abuse issues and trauma, they tend to seek a therapist they can trust, feel safe speaking with and a therapist they can relate to. As a therapist I can assure you that I bring personal experience, education, knowledge and most of all passion to your sessions with one main goal in mind: to have you live the life you hope to live. I bring my 27+ years of Yoga and Meditation to any therapy sessions you so desire. I incorporate mind-body interventions to assist clients in discovering their inner strengths as they align with mind, body and spirit.

I always seek to bring a passionate engagement to my work with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in helping people with relationship issues and am devoted to helping people develop deeply satisfying and fulfilling intimate and family relationships. I am especially committed to helping couples preserve their primary intimate relationship in the face of challenging life circumstances and relationship issues. I have helped couples in crisis come back from the brink of divorce, I have helped couples recover from the trauma of infidelity, and I have helped couples navigate the process of grief over a lost family member.

I have been joyfully practicing psychotherapy for over 30 years in the greater Washington, D.C. area. I have a general practice and specialize in depression, bipolar disorder and addictions/recovery/co-dependency issues. I work with chronic illness and specialize in diabetes. My preferred modality is individual and couple's therapy. I enjoy my clients immensely and feel a great deal of satisfaction in helping people better their lives, alleviate depression and resolve painful relationship issues.

We all have areas of our lives in which we thrive as well as those which leave us feeling blue, depressed, frustrated, worried or anxious. Whether you are grieving a loss, experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling through transitions in life, battling an addiction or just feeling generally stuck in the mud, I provide a warm, safe place where you can be heard, validated and supported. I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.

Living a life of peace, free from chaos and dis-ease is what most people strive for. But often we are confronted with anxiety, depression, mood shifts, trauma, stress, anger, grief, isolation, etc. My goal is to help you to restore health and well-being. There are some circumstances of the past that cannot be changed but improving your understanding of past events will help as we work together to create a better present (the here and now), that will lead to a better future.

I have extensive experience treating our nation's uniformed service members and their loved ones, many of whom have faced circumstances like these: Combat and sexual trauma, Profound loss, geographic separation from family support, relationship distress, parenting challenges, depression and anxiety, cancer, issues with eating and body image, gender issues, and difficulty excelling professionally due to ADHD. I had specialized training in treating gender-questioning and transgender people. I have a post-doctoral master's degree in psychopharmacology, and can consult with other prescribing providers for best medication outcomes..

At 3Elements Counseling,LLC we work with individual, and families. We understand the challenges of multicultural families. Families that due to work or personal circumstances had to move and leave people and things behind. Families and individuals that beside dealing with their own individual patterns of anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin, trauma, and child rearing challenges have to adjust to a new culture, a new country and a new rhythm of life.

I work with individuals and couples facing challenges associated with life changes and crises and those exploring new ways of dealing with old patterns. I have a specific interest in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, relationship issues and illness. I also work with women with postpartum depression and counsel around parenting issues. I believe that people have a great capacity to change and grow. We work together to access strengths and identify patterns of coping that may no longer be productive. My style is interactive, supportive and collaborative.

I offer couple's and individual counseling. For those who are curious, I am African American. As a couple, are you seeking help to resolve the continuing conflict or unresolved differences in your relationship? As an individual, do you want to explore feelings that create a sense of overwhelm? Are you challenged with understanding how to move forward with or through events in your life? Explore new ways to better manage your life. I believe you can do this. I provide a warm and safe environment. No judgment here; only encouragement and hope. View my website for further information.

I specialize in sex and internet pornography addiction. I work one-on-one with indivuals, couples, families, and those attracted to minors. My primary treatment goal is to help the sexually addicted individual overcome the addiction and find inner healing. Additionally, I work to promote healing within badly damaged intimate relationships. Initially, I aim to help clients gain immediate relief from the feelings of overwhelm and distress that brought them to counseling to begin with. Subsequently, I collaborate with clients to diagnose and heal the deeper sources and causes of their suffering and addiction.

Welcome! Our practice is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals, families and couples seeking support for concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma and other life transitions .

Kenneth Bussi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maryland with more than 25 years of experience. He earned a Master in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland.

My down to earth style, arising from over 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children, creates a comfortable, safe environment where together we learn to understand you. I provide individual, couples and family therapy to enable you to better cope with life's continuing challenges. I have extensive experience with individuals who are having trouble coping with depression, anxiety and trauma history. I also enjoy working with couples who are struggling in their relationships. I have a certificate in Advanced Trauma Treatment and I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work with couples.

I believe in creating a safe, supportive space to understand oneself more deeply. As connection and trust evolve between myself and the client, a frank discussion about their identity, wishes, feelings, conflicts can be facilitated and understood. This can enable them make informed decisions regarding how to better navigate their lives. When a patient comes in crisis, I am also available as support, to help them return to a previous level of functioning. We try to learn the significance of this event, so as to use it as an opportunity to enrich the client's life.

Gay? Lesbian? Bi? Trans? Need help coming out? If you need an LGBTQ counselor or psychotherapist who truly understands and respects your feelings and experiences, we can help. LGBTQ Counseling is a highly experienced group of lesbian, gay and bi mental health professionals dedicated to meeting the psychological needs of our diverse LGBTQ+ community. We understand the stress of navigating and choosing the right psychotherapy and counseling techniques. Working together, we will develop a care plan for you to help you achieve your personal goals and become the most authentic version of yourself.

TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. My ideal client is willing to be introspective. They may present with a wide array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, schizophrenia and adjustment and posttraumatic stress disorders, ADHD, substance and alcohol abuse, hoarding, LGBTQ+ related issues, sexual and physical trauma, relationship concerns and grief. Not only do my clients need validation and support, but they want to understand the function of their symptoms. My goal is to help clients make sense of their feelings and find ways to reduce their symptoms so that it does not interfere with their daily functioning.