Couples Counseling Therapists in Bethesda, MD
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Fredric B Kleiner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I'm Dr Fred Kleiner. I specialize in helping
couples
reconnect and rediscover the loving
relationship
that so often gets lost over the years of trying to earn a living, raise a family, be true to ones own dreams and still be a loving and supportive
partner
. My clients find me to be down to earth, easy to talk to, nonjudgmental and very good at finding practical solutions to restoring lost happiness. Please call me to set up a free phone consultation to see if I might be a good fit in helping you with your situation.
Serenity Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Our mission at Serenity Psychological Services is to provide superior quality care through warm and compassionate experiences. Seeking help can be difficult and overwhelming. Our goal is to help you feel safe and understood while on your journey to finding peace and resolution. You will feel supported and connected while working with our highly trained and empathetic therapists. The
relationship
between you and your therapist is unique and essential to experiencing benefit from the treatment process. Working together through a strong alliance allows for greater insight, understanding, and ultimately improved overall well-being.
Deborah G Meisel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Accepting new patients - M - F 9am to 1pm- I am a seasoned clinician with extensive experience as a therapist for adolescents, adults,
couples
, parents, and families from various cultural backgrounds. My goal is to team with clients to reach a better emotional place. Working with your personal strengths and specific goals, we can help you gain new skills to cope with and overcome your challenges. My style is collaborative and we can find solutions together. Success requires honesty, understanding, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work through difficulties. Often people shy away from getting help.
Alan L Marcus
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
He has specialized training in
couples
and sex therapy.
Picking a therapist to work with can be overwhelming. Feeling comfortable and understood by your therapist is critical. During our first session we will explore what brought you to me. Together we identify your struggles, develop a treatment plan, discuss whether you feel comfortable with me, and that our plan makes sense to you. I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. A certified IMAGO, Gottman, Equine Assisted and Diplomat in Sex Therapy, we will talk openly and candidly about your life. Together, we will explore your concerns, past and present and mindfully identify changes for you to consider.
Amanda Mendizabal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome to my practice. Regardless of what your struggle is at this time, I believe that through our
relationship
we can work together to help you look at your current patterns and potential changes you can make that can help you lead a fuller life. I realize that this can be difficult and I am grateful that I am able to help you in your journey.
Therapy with Empathy, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My areas of speciality include
relationship
concerns and life transitions.
Do you ever wonder if it is possible to experience more enjoyment or peace of mind and heart? I work with clients to identify sources of worry, unhappiness or self-criticism. Together we identify one's strengths and build on those strengths in a positive, supportive way to create a life one would like to live and experience. I employ strategies from family systems, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, self-compassion, psychodynamic and mindfulness models in my practice. I work with individuals,
couples
, families and first and second generation immigrants in a collaborative and compassionate manner.
Katy Gustafson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Together we can work on
relationship
issues and develop healthy boundaries to express yourself with confidence.
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.
Kimberly Satin Kubler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I have a particular interest, and a lot of experience, in working with individuals or
couples
adjusting to first-time parenting.
Are you feeling worried, sad, confused, or generally stressed? Collaborating with a therapist to gain insight into these feelings can provide relief. Having a confidential, supportive, and reliable atmosphere to talk through troubling thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can lead to a greater sense of control and satisfaction in your life. I work with clients to develop a deep understanding of the challenges they are facing and to help them make life altering, sustainable changes. Feel free to give me a call if you'd like more information and we can discuss what might be helpful for your particular situation.
Waitlist for new clients
Daniel Turetsky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have been helping individuals and
couples
work through difficult issues in order to have a more fulfilling life for over fifteen years. Having been trained to work with people across the lifespan has enabled me to integrate an understanding of the origins, development and resolution of behavior and
relationship
patterns which are presently holding the client back from important accomplishments or feelings of well-being in their lives, even though these patterns may very well have historically originated out of a functional need.
Amy Kohn McNelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LMFT, CAC-II
Verified
Verified
A positive, committed, therapeutic
relationship
truly is life-changing, particularly when it is cultivated against a backdrop of rich, professional experience and solid expertise.
Sometimes the reasons people seek therapy are hard to pinpoint or articulate. Other times the totally unexpected brings a person into therapy. Often it is the thing one least wants to discuss. The reasons are countless, but they always matter. They affect our thoughts and our relationships, often quite deeply. My purpose as a therapist is to develop a
relationship
and a context that feels restorative and safe through which my patients and I can grapple with any and all concerns imaginable. Through intimate conversation and our shared experience emerge feelings, buried fears, and the previously unknowable.
Anne M Cosimano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
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.
Waitlist for new clients
Sheila K Rowny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I help
couples
to enhance intimacy and communication.
I help my clients to discover, appreciate and expand their own strengths in order to feel better about life, love, work and recreation. As a therapist with over 40 years experience, my style is warm, direct and interactive. My clients and I form a team, working together to understand and resolve your problems. Our focus is on the whole person: your mind/body, your relationships, and your environment. I guide you with a combination of positive support and gentle challenges.
Julia Kirvan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
"Are you experiencing conflicts in your relationships? Are you feeling depressed, anxious or irritable?
Finding a therapist you can connect with to help you explore an unbiased view of your struggles or concerns can be difficult.
As a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience, I help adults, adolescents, and
couples
through a variety of life transitions. I offer help to clients struggling from a variety of issues, ranging from: marital difficulties, anxiety and depression, separation and divorce, grief, parenting and workplace difficulties. In addition, I am a trained collaborative divorce coach and child specialist.
Bria Burditt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
She enjoys working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families along with adolescents, teens, adults,
couples
and other family units.
Bria Burditt has a deep admiration for those who embark on the journey to reflect and grow. She recognizes that life’s challenges can be overwhelming and is passionate about cultivating an atmosphere where clients can be vulnerable to share and explore the future. She utilizes an affirming, non-judgmental and curious approach to learn about the entirety of a person to create an action-oriented plan that empowers them to face the challenges ahead. Techniques often include exploring existing narratives, modeling communication, mapping patterns, practicing mindfulness and utilizing trauma-informed care.
Not accepting new clients
Robin J Belamaric
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It takes courage to face emotional and
relationship
problems. With over 20 years professional experience treating clients and consulting to businesses, I specialize in helping people find and utilize their strengths and sideline their difficulties. With children and adults, I specialize in treating complex anxiety, attachment, and learning issues and developing talent and leadership. Once clients are freed from the crippling impact of excessive anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or self defeating behavior patterns, drawing upon Positive Psychology and Mindfulness techniques helps us identify and capitalize on personal strengths. Clients are able to heal - thrive - grow - bloom into excellence.
Jeannie Dougherty
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MAPC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals,
couples
, and families.
Are you struggling to care for yourself and your family? Are you feeling burned out? Are you struggling to stay happy and healthy in your relationships? What's worked in the past isn't working now? Are you prepared for the future and know don't have the right tools? My job is to help you harness your power and develop the necessary coping skills and plans for today and your future. Exhaustion, frantic thinking, and limited coping skills are not enough. This won't get you through this year.
Crystal Marcus August
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CGP
Verified
Verified
I work with adults, adolescents, and
couples
, often in transition or crisis. If we work together, you will become more fully self-aware and present as you improve and deepen your relationships with others. I am a warm and engaged participant in the psychotherapy and problem-solving process and as such, I am continually awed by each person's story and the unique reservoirs found to deal with life's difficulties.
Ken Richard Thau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, MSW, JD
Verified
Verified
I work extensively with
couples
for
relationship
/ marriage issues such as loss of trust, infidelity, conflict and poor communication.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 32 years of experience in private practice, CMH centers, the public school system and the legal system. I offer solution focused approaches to therapy with the objective of obtaining results. I work with children, adolescents, adults,
couples
and families. My primary approach is cognitive behavioral therapy which is considered to be one of the most effective evidence based therapies according to the NIMH. I work with my clients to identify the factors contributing to the problems they are experiencing and collaboratively we implement realistic strategies that produce change.
Emily Farr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
For those seeking
couples
therapy, I use evidenced-based methods, including EFT and Gottman, to help you and your
partner
connect more deeply and communicate more effectively.
Invalidating experiences can teach us not to trust ourselves, which may result in feeling small, hopeless, and less than. I’m here to facilitate opportunities for you to access your inner wisdom and tap into your potential to grow and thrive. I use an interactive and engaging therapeutic process that moves beyond conventional talk therapy. Our work together is practical and collaborative: We build a safe and trusting environment so you can connect to your emotions from a place of confidence and clarity resulting in more fulfillment, ease of living, and healthy connection with yourself and others.
Not accepting new clients
Joey Salvatore
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Clients who are looking for support exploring issues in a compassionate and warm space; in need of direction; help clarifying what gives their lives meaning and importance; are dealing with life transition issues and stressors; interpersonal or
relationship
issues; LGBTQIA+ identity or gender issues; conflict of faith/religion/spirituality issues; mood or sleep imbalance and dysregulation issues.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.