Child Therapists in Bethesda, MD

Couple and family therapy can sometimes serve as an efficient and effective strategy to improve the wellness of the whole family system. Sometimes severe psychological distress and suffering is located within the couple or family, rather than solely within a given person as it may appear at times. I have built up a strong skill set to offer a particular form of couple and family therapy known as "psychoanalytic couple/family therapy" which zeroes in on the undercurrent, unconscious meanings for destructive, relationship patterns that are outside the awareness of the couple/family.

In my work as a therapist for the past 25+ years I have witnessed the incredible strength and resilience in people despite life's hardships, losses and traumas. I work with adults, teens and tweens to deal with life's challenges such as relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, adoption,parenting, and divorce. As people gain deeper understanding of themselves and their behaviors , they are often able to make changes to improve their self esteem, strengthen their relationships, cope with life's ups and downs,and achieve deeper satisfaction in their lives.

I help children , adolescents, young adults, parents & families, providing individual therapy, family therapy, & parent coaching. Each person and treatment is unique, but I integrate several techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parent coaching, family systems, meditation, and hypnosis. Please contact me at 301-365-8105 or drpamluttig@gmail.com. If you prefer, we can have that initial contact over teletherapy. You can tell me about the issues, and I will describe how I would approach the therapy or refer you to someone else who can help.

Here at Bethesda Play Therapy and Healing Center, our clinicians provide integrative, customized psychotherapy services to children , teens, adults, caregivers, and families in English and in Spanish. We strive to hold safe space and form authentic connections during your growth and healing journey. There is power in asking for and accepting help and our team of clinicians is here to help you heal from the inside out.

I work with individuals, couples, families, and children . I specialize in addiction, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict and grief. My greatest intention is to help clients understand themselves better and improve their quality of life and relationships. I cater my approach to each client, responding to their own unique problems and personality style. This is not a "one-size-fits-all" practice.

My practice is primarily focused in helping children , adolescents and families address family life difficulties and assisting children and adolescents who are being bullied, experiencing depression, diagnosed with ADHD, having difficulty adjusting to social changes, and coping with grief and loss.

Samantha Congdon, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in states Maryland and California. Samantha provides Teletherapy to client's who reside in CA and MD. Samantha works with adolescents, teens, young adults and families utilizing a collaborative approach to fit each client's individual needs. Samantha grew up in California and went to school at the California State University of Chico, where she received her Bachelors of Art in Psychology, and Master's of Science in Marriage Family Therapy. Samantha is here to support you, your child or family with any life stressor.

Are you worried that your child is anxious, depressed or having difficulty navigating peer relationships? Are you struggling with parenting a teenager? Do you feel disconnected from your partner and find yourself wondering where the passion went? Relationships can be both the most rewarding and most challenging aspects of our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children , couples, and families. I provide a safe and supportive place where you are empowered to reach your personal and relationship goals. Together we can help you find balance, enrichment, and happiness in your life.

I am a licensed psychologist specializing in treating anxiety, stress, depression, emotion regulation, interpersonal difficulties, life changes, school-related issues, and parenting challenges. I am warm, empathic and results-oriented. I work to develop a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship that is safe and nurturing, while also providing direct guidance and collaborative problem solving to help you reach desired goals and make positive changes. For children , I set up sessions in a developmentally appropriate way to maximize therapeutic gains. I offer both parenting and school-based support.

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!

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.

Dr. Kamal Wright-Cunningham is an interactive, solution-focused therapist who offers a safe, nonjudgmental and nourishing environment in which clients can heal and grow. Kamal is supportive and committed to helping his clients take charge of their life and successfully negotiate the challenges that they face! Kamal works with individuals, couples, families and groups. By addressing these issues early with evidence-based interventions, clients experience a transition into a healthier adulthood.Additionally, Kamal has a significant amount of experience working with court-connected clients and adolescents who have a history of truancy and academic struggles.

Feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated and overworked? Was the transition into parenthood not as smooth as everyone described? Almost like a balancing act where you are responsible for holding your own emotional and physical wellbeing, your children ’s overall health and happiness, and maintaining your romantic and platonic relationships all while keeping a smile for the audience. Trust me, you are not alone and it is okay to cut the act and drop that smile.

I embrace an eclectic and collaborative approach to therapy, where working with clients and their families to develop the necessary skills and strategies to overcome life's challenges is the primary goal! In therapy, I strive to create an environment where clients feel both heard and supported but also where they are encouraged to take an active role in the therapeutic process. In addition to working with clients both individually as well as in groups, I have experience working with children , adolescents and young adults in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) treatment programs as well as in a University Counseling Center setting.

Our connections to one another and the communities we work and play in are foundational to our health and well-being. It is through relationship that we learn about ourselves and how best to be in relationship with others. At times, stress can threaten to overwhelm, priorities can become unclear and uncertainties can mount. We all benefit from a consistent and trusting relationship in which to identify our feelings, thoughts and behaviors, to be supported in our efforts to determine and utilize our own strengths and resources, to build our coping strategies, and begin to create the change we choose to work on in any stage of life