Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Bethesda, MD

Whether you are seeking to recover from narcissistic abuse, intimate partner violence, or family or childhood trauma , or you are struggling with a difficult life transition or depression, or anxiety. I will meet you exactly where you are. I believe that each individual is the expert on their own lives. My sole purpose as your therapist is to guide you with compassion and care to help you unlock your innate inner wisdom and equip you with the tools you need to overcome the trauma of your past.

Welcome to my practice. I am a Harvard-trained clinical psychologist and I work with adolescents and adults in a warm, collaborative, and relational style. I am a generalist, with special interests in the treatment of depression, eating disorders, body image issues, as well as self-harming behavior and trauma . My practice focuses on helping individuals work through transitions in life, such as teen and young adult struggles, relationship issues, and parenting issues. I have launched a Menopause Info & Discussion Group to empower women with education and support during this life stage.

Do you want to feel more connected to others? How about to yourself? Are things from your past getting in the way? Therapy allows for the time and space to focus on you. I believe all of us are capable of change, and therapy is one way to begin that change process. I work from an empowerment approach - in other words, I know that you are the expert about who you are, where you're from, and where you're going. My role is to provide feedback, guidance, and a safe environment to process that journey.

I am an experienced therapist who finds real joy in helping one person/couple/family at a time regain control of their life, improve their situation, find a better path, or understand who they really are at the deepest levels along with core relationship patterns. I have 37 years of clinical experience and specialized postgraduate training in a variety of approaches.. Trauma is a primary specialty though I am trained to address a range of problems. I want you to feel safe and comfortable when we meet so developing a trusting relationship will be important. My style is interactive; you will decide if I'm a good fit for what you need.

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.

I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with worries, sadness, relationship difficulties, or feel "stuck" in some way. My primary focus areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD and trauma , using a combination of cognitive behavioral and integrative practices. I draw from modalities such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Experiencing. This integrative approach to mental health allows me to tailor the experience to your unique needs.

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.

Are you suffering from unresolved trauma , depression, anxiety, or just feel like you could use a “tune-up?” I will meet you where you are and guide you on your journey to living a full life and experiencing the happiness that you so deserve. I am compassionate and supportive, but also may challenge you by examining the sources of your pain, questioning old ways of thinking, and then introducing new perspectives and coping skills.

Whether you are new to therapy, have received mental health support in the past, or are simply curious about counseling, I welcome you to my practice. I am a bilingual clinician specializing in working with individuals and families, particularly transition-age youth and adults in MD and DC. Using a collaborative and strengths-based approach, I assist clients in identifying concerns, prioritizing goals, and developing skills to improve emotional, relational, and psychological well-being.

Are you struggling to get back on your feet after a major life setback? Is trauma or abuse from your past affecting your day-to-day life, or do feel like you are coming up against the same obstacles over and over again that are keeping you from living your life fully? Together we can work to help you make meaningful, long-term changes in a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental environment.

We all need healthy relationships and meaningful activities in order to have fulfilling lives. When we are struggling in one or both of these areas, psychotherapy can be immensely helpful. Our relationship can become a springboard for the positive changes you seek. While I primarily utilize talk therapy techniques, we may incorporate EMDR, breath work, or other methods. My style is active and collaborative; I will listen, and I will tell you what I think. We may focus on how childhood experiences have shaped current problems or emphasize what is happening now in your life.

I am deeply passionate about supporting every person I encounter to lead a life worth living. I offer a warm and mindful space to celebrate strengths and explore challenges while balancing the dialectics of acceptance and change.

I believe that it is essential for clients to find the right fit for their therapist. I want the client to know that my office is a safe space and I will do everything I can to help them navigate through the tough times in their life. Coming from a Greek background influences my desire to maintain cultural competence and tailor therapy to best support one’s beliefs and values. I will work as my client's advocate, ensuring that they feel valued and heard. I strive to create a relationship built on trust, communication, growth, and respect.

Finding the right therapist can be challenging - but I believe that we can collaborate together to empower you to work towards improving your mental health and quality of life. I have worked with ethnically diverse populations and have experience in treating a wide range of mental health issues. I provide empathetic supportive/counseling to help you make sustainable changes in your life, and to find more balance in your mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being. I work with ages 8 - 68 years old. My primary experience has been working with kids/teens and their families to help manage mental health and behavioral issues.

As a psychotherapist, I am committed to providing a supportive, safe and judgment-free environment for my clients to work through present problems and to address unresolved issues from the past. The goal is to help individuals better understand the causes of their problems and identify patterns, develop better self-awareness and self-acceptance, form healthier relationships and improve the overall quality of their life. Understanding the impact of the past and making peace with it are important components of treatment as one's past can continue to hunt the present time and influence it in ways that are not always evident to us.

Life can be overwhelming. Whether it is interpersonal challenges, trauma , grief, or learning why we make ineffective choices, therapy can help. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors effectively. I work from a non-judgmental, collaborative, and strengths-based perspective. I believe you are doing the best you can at this moment; I will help you build towards making changes in your life to reach your goals.

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.