Therapists in Bethesda, MD

If you are a parent who has been watching their child struggle and doesn't know what to do. If you are a young adult adjusting to college and your post college world. If you're an adult who is juggling the many demands and stresses of life. If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma: you've come to the right place.

Making the decision to embark on a therapeutic journey takes courage and vulnerability. Congratulations on taking this step towards improving your personal wellness. Productive therapy starts by creating a safe space and working on building a relationship that fosters trust. We will discuss your current reasons for engaging in therapy, explore parts of your history that may inform our work together, and develop a tailored plan to support symptom relief and address the root causes to optimize your healing and growth.

Specialized in Couples, Young Adults, Adults, and Trauma. You'd never imagine that life could be this difficult. You are either "adulting" or in a relationship. Stressors are accumulating and you are not doing so well. Maybe it's anxiety or you're feeling down. Perhaps you or your partner are not happy with each other or with the relationship. Either way, it is time to get help from the best therapist you can find. Singles and couples that come to Tampa Therapy & Wellness leave with a lot of tools that make their lives better, reduce stress, and form better relationships. It's your time now. Call us. (Portugues tambem)

Struggling with intrusive thoughts, downward spirals, lack of motivation, effects of trauma or feeling invalidated? Playing those “what if” scenarios again and again in your head? If you’re seeking an authentic, empathetic connection to overcome challenges around anxiety, trauma, depression, or identity issues then I am here for you. As a passionate therapist, I strive to understand your needs, whether you're a child, teenager, or young adult. Through evidence-based treatments, I'll provide you with the right tools to help you reduce worries and symptoms, while helping you achieve your life goals!

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.

Providing Services for Residents of MD, NJ, PA! Eager to feel like yourself again after pregnancy? Want to live a more meaningful, productive, and healthy life? My specialty is helping individuals and couples adjust to life transitions, especially maternal mental health related to pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and child loss. Let's face it— transitions bring high stakes and a narrow margin for error. But these moments are also valuable opportunities to heal, grow, see a brighter future, and actualize your potential.

I can help with recovery from painful childhood experiences & traumas. I can help you to better understand the unconscious patterns of thinking and feeling that create emotional pain and obstruct your efforts to achieve your life goals. My work addresses issues faced by adolescents, young adults, and adults including educational/career achievement, relationship satisfaction, and identity/self-esteem issues. Cultural/racial identity and oppressive/abusive social forces including racism and misogyny are important factors in my work.

I believe that everyone deserves therapy and an objective ear. No problem is too big or too small. I see it as part of my job to help you understand the way you think and feel so that you can have more meaningful relationships with those closest to you. Together, we'll make sense of the things in your life that are troubling you, and explore ways to cope in order to help you feel less overwhelmed.

Jonathan Helwig, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical who approaches therapy from an integrative and holistic perspective. Jonathan is an Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) and Mindfulness based therapist who believes therapeutic goals should be collaborative and self-determined by the client. He aims to empower his clients to feel confident sitting in the “driver seat” of their own lives. Jonathan has expertise in working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

I’m glad that we’ve found each other. My name is Arianne and I've been partnering with individuals for 12 years, navigating the challenges, celebrating the victories, and working towards the life each person hopes for themselves. When life becomes too much to handle, you might know what you need to do logically to make things better, but actually starting can feel scary. When you're stuck in a loop of negative thoughts and bad habits, it's hard to shake off the guilt and move forward. You understand your struggles and story better than anyone else and I'm here to work alongside you to restore your calm.

Thank you for taking the time to read about me and my approach to therapy. My goal is to help you feel validated and well-supported as you work on increasing your coping skills and gaining valuable insights about yourself, your situation and your options for moving forward. My style is interactive, collaborative and client-centered. I use a variety of evidence-based interventions to help my clients create lasting positive changes. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I spent 12 years working as a trauma-informed massage therapist, teacher and mentor in the bodywork community.

Do you wish for a better sex life? Do you wish you were happier in your relationship? Wish you could find love in your life? Been a victim of a trauma that is impacting your relationship or your sex life? We can help light the way to a happier life, healthier relationship and more satisfaction in the bedroom. With our holistic and evidence based approaches to sex therapy and couples counseling we can help bring back the joy in your relationship and your life. Contact me today and let's being the journey toward a happier life and relationship.

Self esteem issues, body image problems, self worth are all originating from early problems that were never addressed. By going to the core of the problem, we can fix the problem that keeps on weighing on the individual and help them find a solution. Digging deep is somewhat needed to understand where it all came from and find a treatment plan to allow the person to let go of the negative and focus on the positive. It is crucial to keep an open communication module between client and therapist so we can both find the best alternative plan that will fit the client needs. I cover all groups, all ethnicity, all races in all my groups.

**Flexible evening and weekend appointments available.** Therapy should have lasting impact and help you to create meaningful change in your life, for the long-term. I approach care with humor, compassion, and an open-mind. Change is hard, developing insight can be painful, and avoidance seems like a better idea on paper than it typically is. As a therapist I value your needs, your pace, and your goals. We can get there.

I specialize in working with individual adults and couples who are dealing with a variety of life-stressors and who are looking to make changes in their relationship with themselves and with others.

Not currently taking new individual patients. Dr. Jessica Simon is a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist practicing since 2003. She received her Master's in Creative Arts Therapy from Pratt Institute, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the George Washington University. She believes that everyone is unique and deserves an individualized treatment plan, and that psychotherapy is both an art and a science. She utilizes curiosity, self-awareness, creativity and humor to promote personal growth and healing. Respect for individual differences and all aspects of diversity is a cornerstone of her practice.

Have things become too overwhelming and your normal coping mechanisms are not working like they used to? I can help! I specialize in working with individuals (tweens, teens, young adults, and adults) and their families. My therapy style is supportive, empathetic, person-centered, goal-oriented, and non-judgmental. I believe everyone’s life experiences are valid and need to be heard. My approach is driven by the belief that all people deserve a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment where they can be empowered to address life’s challenges. I collaborate with my clients to help them reach their fullest potential.

Not taking new clients at this time. Do you find yourself feeling anxious, depressed or worried often? It can be overwhelming to take the first step in finding help for yourself. If these feelings are impacting different aspects of your life, and you are ready for a change, I can help you. My counseling philosophy is based on attending to my client's individual needs and helping to navigate through the challenges life brings your way at your pace. My approach to therapy is to be empathetic, engaging and collaborative. A strong therapeutic relationship where you feel safe expressing yourself is essential for personal growth.