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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
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Matthew Burgess Leary

Psychologist, PhD (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Let's Connect (240) 221-5449
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I believe it shows courage to seek out therapy, especially couples and family therapy. You may be struggling with serious emotional issues, deep personal crises, relationship distress, or a sense of distance with your child or adolescent. Many couples I work with have lost a sense of connection and/or find themselves hurting each other over and over again. Many individuals I work with simply want to get more from their lives - more love, joy, and connection. I collaborate with you to create a therapy environment that is warm, safe, supportive, challenging when needed, and authentic.
I help people change through developing a greater awareness and understanding for all of themselves. I help couples and families change the function and hidden needs that underlie their fighting and withdrawal. You have more choice when you know your wants, needs, emotions, and relational patterns. I help people live more authentic and fulfilling lives.
As an experienced psychotherapist and former graduate psychology professor, I have developed a wide range of expertise. I am honored and humbled by the courage and spirit of the children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with whom I work. I feel privileged to help people come to terms with pain, break old patterns, and change their lives.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bethesda Psychological and Family Services, LLC

Bethesda, MD 20814

(240) 221-5449

Matthews Psychological and Family Services, PLLC

Charlotte, NC 28270

I have early morning hours (6:00am EST M-F) available for people. I am seeing patients online via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Parenting and Trauma and PTSD 
$295 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (240) 221-5449
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bethesda Psychological and Family Services, LLC

Bethesda, MD 20814

(240) 221-5449

Matthews Psychological and Family Services, PLLC

Charlotte, NC 28270

I have early morning hours (6:00am EST M-F) available for people. I am seeing patients online via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Parenting and Trauma and PTSD 
$295 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $295
  • Couple Sessions $295
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
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Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 06267 Matthew Burgess Leary
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Graduated 2003
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I have over 22 years of experience helping adults, teens, couples, and families. I am licensed in MD, DC, VA, NC, and NY. I have advanced post-doctoral training in couples and family systems, Gestalt / existential therapy, and relational therapy.
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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5449
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I have over 22 years of experience helping adults, teens, couples, and families. I am licensed in MD, DC, VA, NC, and NY. I have advanced post-doctoral training in couples and family systems, Gestalt / existential therapy, and relational therapy.
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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
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Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Parenting
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Compassion, Shame
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (240) 221-5449
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Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (240) 221-5449

5 Endorsements

Elizabeth E. Field, MA, PLLC
Elizabeth E. Field, MA, PLLC
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTLCAS
Matthew and I have trained together since 2000 through the American Academy of Psychotherapist. He is skilled as a therapist and good person. I recommend him for individual and group therapy.
Ripple Counseling and Wellness
Ripple Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional CounselorMALCMHC
I have known Dr. Leary for many years and I highly recommend him!
Lisa A. Seropian, Psy.D., P.A.
Lisa A. Seropian, Psy.D., P.A.
PsychologistPsyD
Matthew is a skilled therapist and a sensitive man. I can recommend him highly as your therapist for individual and marital. He will be patient and listen carefully to you.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Experiential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I have training in multiple modalities so that I can tailor treatment to you. No one-size fits all approach. From the beginning, we will identify the areas of your life you want to work on, and collaboratively decide what will be most helpful and impactful for you. Throughout therapy, we will look for the deeper meanings of what you are struggling with with your emotions and relationships.
Photo of Matthew Burgess Leary, Psychologist, PhD
Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5449
"
I have training in multiple modalities so that I can tailor treatment to you. No one-size fits all approach. From the beginning, we will identify the areas of your life you want to work on, and collaboratively decide what will be most helpful and impactful for you. Throughout therapy, we will look for the deeper meanings of what you are struggling with with your emotions and relationships.
Photo of Matthew Burgess Leary, Psychologist, PhD
Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5449

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Bethesda Psychological and Family Services, LLC

Bethesda, MD 20814

(240) 221-5449

Additional Location

Matthews Psychological and Family Services, PLLC

Charlotte, NC 28270

(240) 221-5449
"
I have early morning hours (6:00am EST M-F) available for people. I am seeing patients online via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
Photo of Matthew Burgess Leary, Psychologist, PhD
Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 221-5449
"
I have early morning hours (6:00am EST M-F) available for people. I am seeing patients online via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
Photo of Matthew Burgess Leary, Psychologist, PhD
Matthew Burgess Leary
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 221-5449