Couples Counseling Therapists in Maryland

I work with individuals, children, families and couples . My areas of specialization include trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, social skills, and self-esteem building. My work is driven by the belief that all people deserve a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment to address life's challenges. It is my goal to build a collaborative working relationship with clients where the foundation of our time together is built on the inherent strengths of individuals and families.

You may feel like you’re the only one experiencing sexual challenges in your relationship, but difficulties like low desire, painful sex, or premature ejaculation are more common than you think. If you’ve been afraid to talk about your sexual challenges, you probably feel alone, overwhelmed, and unsure about what to do. If you’re in a relationship, you and your partner may have stopped talking about sex, deepening the disconnection and feelings of loneliness and shame. Fortunately, there is a way out of this negative cycle, and you can create the sex life and relationship you desire.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, don't suffer alone! Everyone can use support sometimes, and I love finding ways to help clients feel comforted, supported, and encouraged. I work primarily with women, although that work can extend into couples and families. I work on many different issues, but have special interest in anxiety, life transitions, grief, and parenting work. I offer an integrated model for counseling and wellness including a holistic approach, practical ideas for change, a beautiful setting, and yoga and retreat offerings. Good counseling can create a connection where change, and growth are possible and even likely.

Let's just take a moment and acknowledge how big of a deal this is. You decided to do the thing...the thing that you may have been contemplating for quite some time now. Yeah, looking for a therapist. And that alone can require mustering an enormous amount of courage. So, I'm excited you've taken some action and made it here. The work is not always easy, in fact, it can be downright hard. The work does not always feel as though there is a steady pay off. So why even bother? Well, for those who continue despite the discomfort, the uncertainty, the fear, and the pain there is the hope of transformation, healing, and self-empowerment.

My ideal client (individual, couple) wants to move past or resolve issues that cause them to feel disappointed and unhappy. They want to have relationships, including sexual experiences , in which they feel connected, intimate and alive.

Together, we can untie your emotional knots by discovering new ideas and solutions. We can lessen your burden and reveal new ways forward. Having a trusted, non-judgmental professional in whom to confide can make a big difference. We all have "baggage" and this can lead to feeling uptight, overwhelmed, frustrated or just confused. Spending time talking with an objective, caring professional in a safe space can help. Allow me to offer support as you strive to be happier in your life journey.

I'm a dedicated and passionate therapist and clinical supervisor, ready to help you improve your quality of life. I use a strength-based, solution-focused approach to treatment and use collaborative techniques including CBT, trauma-informed CBT, Gottman, ACT, MI & mindfulness to help clients reach their goals. I encourage self-growth and advocate for whole wellness. I help my clients learn skills to cope with & process life events, self-regulate, become better communicators, set boundaries, build positive relationships, and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.

My personal and professional experiences have taught me that people are inherently capable and resilient. I've also learned that we all struggle, and we all face times when our capacities are overwhelmed by challenging transitions and relationships. Sometimes we are able to find ways to cope on our own. And sometimes we need the support, guidance, and expertise of a skilled therapist to help us find our way. Therapy is not magic. Therapy is discovery: a place to learn about yourself and others and to develop new skills,

I hold a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Duke University and have over thirty years of clinical experience working with adults, children, and families. My postgraduate training is in psychoanalytic, family, and cognitive-behavior therapy. My practice is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) informed. I have a broad range of experience and treat clients coping with both common life stresses and with major mental illnesses. I enjoy working with complex family situations and with individuals who have not met with success in prior treatment.

Ours is a highly regarded group of experienced, compassionate and skilled therapists who work with children, adolescents, and families. We have been cited in Washingtonian Magazine and Washington Parent magazine as top therapists, based on polls of both therapists and families. We work closely with families to address a variety of emotional, family, and relationship concerns. We welcome clients with a variety of ethnic/racial/religious backgrounds, family structures (single parent, divorced, etc.) and sexual, gender, and developmental differences.

**Only have availability between 9-5 on weekdays** Life can be challenging and, at times, we all need support for ourselves, our families, and our loved ones. As a couple and family therapist, I am highly qualified to see individuals, couples , and families. I am a solution-focused therapist who offers a safe space for clients to examine maladaptive patterns, understand why they evolved, and find solutions so they can be more fulfilled in life and in their relationships. The therapeutic process can be challenging - but I will support you through the hard work because with effort comes growth and clarity. I specialize in:

I work with preteens, teens, and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma related disorders. Together, we discover how your attachment pattern has influenced your behavior, thoughts, and emotional security. I believe in holding the therapeutic space as a method for responsibility, transparency, and creating life solutions.In addition to talk therapy, I also use art therapy as a therapeutic modality for interested individuals. Art therapy is a non-verbal therapeutic practice geared toward examining our thoughts and emotions through a creative outlet.

I specialize in treating young and middle aged adults who struggle with mental health concerns surrounding depression, anxiety, loneliness, peer/romantic relationships, self-esteem, & life-transition issues.

**I am not currently accepting new clients** Have you been experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression? Is this preventing you from living your life the way you want? Is this negatively impacting your relationships with your spouse or partner , or your family? Maybe you’re feeling stuck professionally or struggling with feeling good about yourself. You may feel so overwhelmed that you couldn’t handle one more thing going wrong. Perhaps you’re struggling to feel connected with your partner . You want to feel better about yourself, your relationship, and your career and are motivated to improve them through therapy.

ITGW works with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages and stages in the lifespan. We believe that people can learn from what their bodies (and not just their thoughts) might be trying to communicate in order to be their best selves. We see our clients in individual therapy, couples counseling , group therapy, and family therapy. Additionally, we offer psychoeducational, neuropsychological and psychological assessments as well as CogMed.

I work with children, adults, families, and couples . I work to help strengthen the development of parenting skills, boundary setting, communication, decision making and behavioral management. I assist with the development of emotional intelligence including self-awareness, self-regulation, social skills, and empathy for others. For children, I see ages 3+.

The professionals at The Counseling Center of Maryland use a variety of techniques to help improve the quality of life for individuals, couples , groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we offer new insights that enable our clients to see things from different perspectives. We provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and parenting. Through active and evidence based strategies we help empower our clients to make choices that evoke positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes.

Do you find yourself putting on a false pretense that everything's okay....when the reality is very different? You might be unclear about what's troubling you and dealing with life's issues can seem overwhelming. Low mood can make you feel lonely or isolated and it's okay to not be okay! Therapy can give you practical ways of coping. As an experienced therapist, I provide affordable therapy in a confidential, non-judgmental and safe environment, which can help you make sense of how you're feeling. Step into your healing process there is HOPE in resiliency!

Dealing with difficult life situations is harder when decision-making is clouded by emotions that make us feel stuck or act in ways that lead to unwanted outcomes. By learning to think clearer and to safely express emotions, you will discover healthier ways to respond. I work with people whose blocked feelings cause physical and/or emotional pain. I help couples who are caught in problematic relationships develop clearer boundaries. I encourage self care and help you challenge what gets in your own way. I also have expertise in helping ailing people facing end of life issues and welcome those who need/want to explore these concerns.

As a therapist for over 10 years, I have worked with individuals, families and couples in creating a safe place to talk about life challenges. During our time together we work to identify what is causing your symptoms and stress, and we create healthy solutions to improve your quality of life.