Blue Shield Therapists in Bethesda, MD
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Ellen M Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Breathe . . . . Life is so stressful. So many meetings, demands, interruptions, and lack of motivation make you irritable, edgy and exhausted. Your patience is long gone. You worry about your health and everyone's mental health. Spinning thoughts about finances, family, loss of connection, and even the price of gas, immobilize you. Mask or no mask? So many changes and new challenges every day. Do you want to feel confident, in control, and secure again. You don’t have to feel alone, lost, stressed, or overwhelmed. We can meet by Video as soon as next week. I have openings right now!
Shawn Macdonald
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with clients to create a safe and affirming relationship so that there is room for healing and growth. My work with each client is unique, however central to my work is respect for your issues, concerns, and the challenges you face in your life. I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to create the changes that you are seeking in your life.
I am comforatable working with a wide variety of issues from career and work life to recovering from childhood trauma and abuse.
Kellie Olive
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified
Verified
There is no rule book to life. Having feelings of sadness, being overwhelmed, anxiousness, and blah are all normal feelings to feel. My goal is to unpack emotions with my clients and make them feel comfort during uncomfortable times. I use a variety of interventions because there is no cookie cutter method that works for everyone. I have experience working with children, teens, and adolescence going through life transitions. Childhood to adolescence are formative years and it is important to have therapy be fun and not uptight. Every person is unique, and they deserve to have therapy personalized to their lifestyle and personality.
Kamaria Brown–CBT Teens & Adults Coping Skills
Counselor, MS, LGPC
Verified
Verified
Are you, or one of your children, struggling with anxiety, depression, an eating disorder, or other emotional challenges? In therapy, we will use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches to help you move forward. In therapy, you can expect practical help developing coping skills. We will tailor therapy to meet your needs and support your goals. Therapy is a safe, non-judgemental space where you or your child can develop lifelong practical tools for responding to challenges. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping you or your family meet your full potential.
Kristina Dutcher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kristina Dutcher believes that the clients are their own best experts, and works to build a collaborative space in session to help them identify and achieve their goals using individualized treatment plans. She uses a combination of approaches such as, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Theory, and Emotion Focused Therapy to help meet client needs. Kristina welcomes clients of all ethnicities, sexual orientations, genders, religions, ages, political beliefs, or national origins. ** Note: Kristina is not currently accepting new clients or onto a waiting list. **
Jacqueline Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
**SPANISH SPEAKING TELEHEALTH THERAPIST** We at Finding Clarity believe your mental and emotional health is just as important as your physical health and well being. Just as you would see your primary doctor to maintain your physical health, counseling is here to help maintain your emotional health. I have significant experience working with adults and teens dealing with issues including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, ADHD, Adolescent/Child executive functioning, PTSD, trauma, and multi-cultural issues.
Robert Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
A number of the personal concerns such as issues with executive functioning, history of trauma, and multiple life stressors can impact your current functioning and overall well-being. My goal is to develop a therapeutic partnership with you to identify and explore your inner strengths and resources to develop coping skills and improve your functioning and quality of life.
Harmony Holistic
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd
Verified
13 Endorsed
Verified
13 Endorsed
Harmony Holistic is an integrative wellness center which provides individuals, couples, and families with an environment focused on holistic health, community, and healing. Our mission is to create a healing environment that considers all aspects of a person’s well being. We strive to be inclusive and welcoming of all individuals regardless of their race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We try to live up to the promise that each person has within them something great.
Waitlist for new clients
Helen Freiling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
A unique perspective of persons as inherently dignified, supported by philosophic and scientific education and study, informs my holistic view of the person sitting in front of me during the process of psychotherapy. With mindful attentiveness and by gently confronting obstacles and threats to emotional health and relational satisfaction in a collaborative manner, the patients I work with are able to experience an increase in personal resilience simultaneous to undergoing the process of cathartic healing. My use of techniques drawn from an array of professional proclivities creates a safe relationship that nourishes innate strengths
Katie Piura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MD & DC
Verified
Verified
I look forward to bearing witness to your healing journey. It is an honor for clients to share their experiences with me. It is important for me to have a nurturing and empathic relationship with my clients that shows unconditional positive regard. Meeting my clients where they are and meeting them at their pace in the therapeutic process is important in order to foster client empowerment in the therapeutic process. I believe that childhood events impact our present and how we connect to the world around us. I believe that therapy is a great tool to begin your healing process and it's never too late to start!
Susan Fletcher, LPC, MA—Addiction/Emotional Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
Verified
Do you or your teenager need support recovering from addiction? Are depression, anxiety, or poor self-image keeping you stuck in life? Have you been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder (BPD), schizophrenia, or other mental health challenges? Have you experienced traumatic events in childhood or in your adult life? In therapy, we will draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other treatment modalities to support you in developing effective coping skills. We can work on resolving trauma and defusing other factors that may be powering your difficulties. Contact me today. I am looking forward to hearing your story.
Waitlist for new clients
Sabrina Cermeno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LGMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am Sabrina, a DC native, and come from a large immigrant Peruvian household. I believe therapy is a helpful space to deepen one’s understanding of themselves and others. It is also a space for growth and healing from our past experiences that have shaped us and our worldview. My role is to use a collaborative, non-judgmental, and supportive approach in therapy to meet my clients’ individual needs. My goal is to provide a safe, warm, and nurturing environment with a foundation of trust and empathy to facilitate difficult discussions. My hope is for you to feel heard and empowered because you are the expert in your life!
Bethesda, MD 20817
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Stephanie Dawn Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Do you need help with depression or anxiety? Are you struggling to recover from grief or loss? Have you experienced trauma? I would like the chance to listen to your story and help you build resilience and confidence. Instead of over-focusing on what's difficult in your life, we will work on developing your strengths and building on your best qualities. By finding and enhancing your inner resources you can better manage stress, depression, and the challenges that life presents. You can develop the positive-thinking skills that will help you manage better. We will develop your own step by step action plan to make change happen.
Miki Navon-Stering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome. I know that deciding to seek professional help and finding the right therapist can be difficult. Having a good match between the therapist and the client is important in achieving the changes you want. To that end, here is some information regarding my work: I have had the privilege of working with teens, adults, and couples and have had success treating a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, relationship difficulties, grief and adjustment to life's changes. It is with warmth and compassion that I offer clients a safe place to talk, feel and explore.
Katy Gustafson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Perhaps you feel sad, incapable, overwhelmed or responsible for the hardships you've suffered either personally or between other people? Is your self-understanding based on how other people think or treat you? Whatever your struggle, the first step is finding support. I know asking for help can be hard and may seem to make things worse, like your fears are real. But let me pause and remind you that your life does not have to be dictated by others or negative feelings. Finding true freedom in relationships and with yourself is really possible! You just have to take that first step, in fact you're already doing it.
Cassandra Edwards
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or anger? Have you experienced substance use, marriage conflict, or difficult relationships in your family? Do you need help addressing an eating disorder? It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help – and I respect that courage. Together, we will work to discover your strengths, and I can help you leverage those strengths to build coping skills that will help you in everyday life. We will tailor therapy to your needs and goals, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and your own experiences.
Faith Ferber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Faith Ferber has a passion for helping people achieve their goals and live a happy and fulfilling life. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University with a certificate in Violence Against Women and Children and Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from American University. She has several years of experience working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence, as well as experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and substance abuse. She focuses on issues surrounding human sexuality.
Not accepting new clients
Amanda Dennehy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA , LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Does worrying keep you up at night or prevent you from feeling present in everyday activities? Is it a struggle to shut off the thoughts that take your attention away from the things that matter most? Or do you frequently feel you are engaging in life with a "smile" on your face that does not match what's going on inside? These overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression could be due to a recent life change or they may have been weighing heavily on you for some time. In a warm and supportive environment we will address these concerns together.
Not accepting new clients
Dolores A. Acquista
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Thank you for visiting my profile! I am a Marriage & Family Therapist, & native of Bethesda, Maryland, with over 25 years experience working with individuals, families, & couples. My primary areas of interest include: relationship & marital counseling, family counseling, & solution-focused therapy. My approach is both engaging & encouraging, & my knowledge-base reflects my many years working in a variety of settings, including as a director in both inpatient and outpatient mental health agencies & substance abuse programs.
Lori Johns, LMSW–Stress, Grief, Depression, Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Do you need help coping with anxiety, depression, grief, or loneliness? Is a chronic medical issue creating mental health challenges for you? Are you finding it difficult to recover from the loss of a loved one? Have you been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder? In therapy, you can get the help that you need to build coping skills that provide significant relief. The tools that you develop in therapy can support sustained healing. Support for young adults, adults, and older adults. We will work towards building the tools that you need to thrive. I look forward to helping! Please reach out today.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.