Asian Therapists in Clarksville, MD
• • Accepting New Clients! :) • • Hi! I'm Neena - I’m so thankful you are thinking of including me in your therapeutic journey! I work mostly with adolescents + adults experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, and/or racial trauma. Growing up as a first generation American, I have often found myself existing in spaces that did not provide me with a real sense of belonging. I believe that healing and growth in therapy occurs within a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, so I am committed to creating a space where you feel like you truly belong: without judgment, without fear, and without expectations.
• • Accepting New Clients! :) • • Hi! I'm Neena - I’m so thankful you are thinking of including me in your therapeutic journey! I work mostly with adolescents + adults experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, and/or racial trauma. Growing up as a first generation American, I have often found myself existing in spaces that did not provide me with a real sense of belonging. I believe that healing and growth in therapy occurs within a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, so I am committed to creating a space where you feel like you truly belong: without judgment, without fear, and without expectations.
I work with women, children, and families from diverse cultural and life experiences, offering personalized support tailored to each individual. Life’s challenges can feel heavy, and I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your feelings, build resilience, and reconnect with your purpose. My goal is to empower you to navigate life with confidence, strength, and hope, while honoring your unique story and background.
I work with women, children, and families from diverse cultural and life experiences, offering personalized support tailored to each individual. Life’s challenges can feel heavy, and I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your feelings, build resilience, and reconnect with your purpose. My goal is to empower you to navigate life with confidence, strength, and hope, while honoring your unique story and background.
What do you hope to gain from seeking therapy? Results? Whatever "results," look like for you, we are here to help you make that happen. We are experienced, outcome driven, and best of all, we do not judge you. We will work at your pace, but we will get things done none the less.
What do you hope to gain from seeking therapy? Results? Whatever "results," look like for you, we are here to help you make that happen. We are experienced, outcome driven, and best of all, we do not judge you. We will work at your pace, but we will get things done none the less.
In life, things are not always black and white. We often find ourselves in the gray areas - spaces of transition, uncertainty, or complexity - that can feel confusing or overwhelming.
But there is hope. Your feelings and emotions are all valid - they are signals guiding you to deeper understanding of yourself and new possibilities.
As a therapist and a client, I know the courage it takes to ask for support and the profound impact that therapy can have. I know that therapy is not about fixing anyone or about having all the answers. It is a space to explore your situation, connect with yourself, and allow transformation to happen.
In life, things are not always black and white. We often find ourselves in the gray areas - spaces of transition, uncertainty, or complexity - that can feel confusing or overwhelming.
But there is hope. Your feelings and emotions are all valid - they are signals guiding you to deeper understanding of yourself and new possibilities.
As a therapist and a client, I know the courage it takes to ask for support and the profound impact that therapy can have. I know that therapy is not about fixing anyone or about having all the answers. It is a space to explore your situation, connect with yourself, and allow transformation to happen.
More Therapists Nearby
Maybe you've considered therapy before, but life got in the way – and now you feel like you're at a breaking point with unexpected changes, struggles in your relationships, and negative thoughts that invade your mind. First, take a moment to applaud yourself simply for taking the time to read this. You desire and hope for a better, more balanced future, recognizing the strength it takes to seek support along the way.
Maybe you've considered therapy before, but life got in the way – and now you feel like you're at a breaking point with unexpected changes, struggles in your relationships, and negative thoughts that invade your mind. First, take a moment to applaud yourself simply for taking the time to read this. You desire and hope for a better, more balanced future, recognizing the strength it takes to seek support along the way.
As a biracial Asian therapist, I am highly attuned to issues of multicultural identity and acculturation.
If anxiety, resentment, or overwhelm have become all too familiar, then I'm here to help. I provide a safe, affirming, and supportive space where you can gain clarity, build confidence, and develop practical coping strategies to manage life’s challenges.
My goal is to help you feel equipped to handle whatever comes your way. I offer online therapy sessions exclusively in the morning which are particularly well-suited for professionals, parents and those with demanding schedules. EST: 6:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. PST: 5:00 a.m.– 8 :00 a.m.
Begin your day grounded, focused, and ready to approach life with confidence.
As a biracial Asian therapist, I am highly attuned to issues of multicultural identity and acculturation.
If anxiety, resentment, or overwhelm have become all too familiar, then I'm here to help. I provide a safe, affirming, and supportive space where you can gain clarity, build confidence, and develop practical coping strategies to manage life’s challenges.
My goal is to help you feel equipped to handle whatever comes your way. I offer online therapy sessions exclusively in the morning which are particularly well-suited for professionals, parents and those with demanding schedules. EST: 6:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. PST: 5:00 a.m.– 8 :00 a.m.
Begin your day grounded, focused, and ready to approach life with confidence.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Taking the first step toward support can feel intimidating, and you’ve already shown courage by considering therapy. With me, you’ll find a compassionate, non-judgmental space where your unique experiences and strengths matter. I believe healing grows from connection, curiosity, and understanding at a pace that feels safe for you.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Taking the first step toward support can feel intimidating, and you’ve already shown courage by considering therapy. With me, you’ll find a compassionate, non-judgmental space where your unique experiences and strengths matter. I believe healing grows from connection, curiosity, and understanding at a pace that feels safe for you.
I believe that effective therapy is built on trust and unconditional empathy. My treatment approach is rooted in the importance of the individual, using methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, and Somatic skills. In our sessions, you can expect a warm, judgment free space where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. I am dedicated to taking the time to truly get to know you, so that I can incorporate your interests into treatment in creative ways. I want you to not only process your past, but be equipped with practical tools to fuel your future.
I believe that effective therapy is built on trust and unconditional empathy. My treatment approach is rooted in the importance of the individual, using methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, and Somatic skills. In our sessions, you can expect a warm, judgment free space where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. I am dedicated to taking the time to truly get to know you, so that I can incorporate your interests into treatment in creative ways. I want you to not only process your past, but be equipped with practical tools to fuel your future.
I specialize in ongoing therapy for Asian, Asian-American, & BIPOC adults who are tired of carrying the weight of these experiences alone.
Together, we will work toward building a relationship with yourself rooted in empathy, feeling your emotions without getting lost in them, and finding your better path forward.
I specialize in ongoing therapy for Asian, Asian-American, & BIPOC adults who are tired of carrying the weight of these experiences alone.
Together, we will work toward building a relationship with yourself rooted in empathy, feeling your emotions without getting lost in them, and finding your better path forward.
Trauma does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone no matter their circumstances. Fortunately, there are also treatments that can help. In my 20 years of experience, I have born witness to the incredible resilience of individuals who have experienced trauma and firmly believe that recovery is possible. I have expertise in working with survivors of all forms of trauma including (but not limited to) service members, veterans, journalists (JTSN certificate), childhood abuse, chronic invalidation, developmental trauma, intergenerational trauma, immigration-related trauma, race-based trauma, and interpersonal violence.
Trauma does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone no matter their circumstances. Fortunately, there are also treatments that can help. In my 20 years of experience, I have born witness to the incredible resilience of individuals who have experienced trauma and firmly believe that recovery is possible. I have expertise in working with survivors of all forms of trauma including (but not limited to) service members, veterans, journalists (JTSN certificate), childhood abuse, chronic invalidation, developmental trauma, intergenerational trauma, immigration-related trauma, race-based trauma, and interpersonal violence.
My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to be open and vulnerable. I want to help you feel empowered and to celebrate each step in becoming the best version of yourself! Together we will explore what therapy means to you, your goals, strengths, and what challenges you may be facing.
My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to be open and vulnerable. I want to help you feel empowered and to celebrate each step in becoming the best version of yourself! Together we will explore what therapy means to you, your goals, strengths, and what challenges you may be facing.
As a child of immigrants, I have had my fair share of feeling stuck, confused, or vulnerable especially in environments that didn’t quite reflect my experiences. As an art therapist and counselor, I focus on creating safer, trauma-informed spaces for individuals to explore themselves more authentically and to bring awareness of how they can be more empowered in their relationships and larger communities.
As a child of immigrants, I have had my fair share of feeling stuck, confused, or vulnerable especially in environments that didn’t quite reflect my experiences. As an art therapist and counselor, I focus on creating safer, trauma-informed spaces for individuals to explore themselves more authentically and to bring awareness of how they can be more empowered in their relationships and larger communities.
Welcome! I am so glad you're here. As you read this with your concerns, feelings, hesitations, or thoughts, I'm happy to meet you exactly where you are. Many of my clients have come to me wanting to learn more about themselves, feeling overwhelmed or distressed, or hoping to gain tools to better cope.
Welcome! I am so glad you're here. As you read this with your concerns, feelings, hesitations, or thoughts, I'm happy to meet you exactly where you are. Many of my clients have come to me wanting to learn more about themselves, feeling overwhelmed or distressed, or hoping to gain tools to better cope.
Aloha! If you’re feeling anxious, emotionally stuck, burned out, or haunted by what you’ve been through, you don’t have to keep powering through alone. I provide evidence-based therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress. Treatment is tailored and goal-focused, using gold-standard PE, CBT, ACT, and DBT skills to help you heal deep-rooted wounds, stabilize emotions, and build a meaningful life aligned with your values. My style is holistic and practical: we’ll build insight and take clear steps between sessions so you feel real momentum. Training includes Yale, Brown, and leading psychedelic and PTSD research centers.
Aloha! If you’re feeling anxious, emotionally stuck, burned out, or haunted by what you’ve been through, you don’t have to keep powering through alone. I provide evidence-based therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress. Treatment is tailored and goal-focused, using gold-standard PE, CBT, ACT, and DBT skills to help you heal deep-rooted wounds, stabilize emotions, and build a meaningful life aligned with your values. My style is holistic and practical: we’ll build insight and take clear steps between sessions so you feel real momentum. Training includes Yale, Brown, and leading psychedelic and PTSD research centers.
Not all therapy happens between four walls. At Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative (CMHC), we blend evidence-based care—including CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)—with the restorative power of nature to support meaningful, lasting change. Located in Towson, MD, we work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, maternal concerns, and life transitions, as well as parents seeking support for their child or family. We also offer therapy that can integrate faith when desired.
Not all therapy happens between four walls. At Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative (CMHC), we blend evidence-based care—including CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)—with the restorative power of nature to support meaningful, lasting change. Located in Towson, MD, we work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, maternal concerns, and life transitions, as well as parents seeking support for their child or family. We also offer therapy that can integrate faith when desired.
There are seasons in life that quietly undo us. A relationship ends, a new chapter begins, and we can feel the pressure to succeed and hold it together all at the same time. We also can feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of who we’re becoming.
You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin therapy. Together, we can slow down what feels overwhelming, explore the patterns shaping your experience, and develop tools that support sustainable change in a steady and supportive space.
There are seasons in life that quietly undo us. A relationship ends, a new chapter begins, and we can feel the pressure to succeed and hold it together all at the same time. We also can feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of who we’re becoming.
You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin therapy. Together, we can slow down what feels overwhelming, explore the patterns shaping your experience, and develop tools that support sustainable change in a steady and supportive space.
Margarette Lorraine Fernandez
Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, LGPC, MA
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
I support adolescents and adults (ages 12–40) navigating the weight of anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, relationship challenges, or the complexity of balancing family expectations with their own identity. As a Filipina American who grew up between cultures, I specialize in helping those exploring how their background and experiences shape who they are today. Together, we move forward by identifying underlying patterns and building a foundation of self-trust, ensuring you feel truly heard and empowered to create a life that feels authentic to you.
I support adolescents and adults (ages 12–40) navigating the weight of anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, relationship challenges, or the complexity of balancing family expectations with their own identity. As a Filipina American who grew up between cultures, I specialize in helping those exploring how their background and experiences shape who they are today. Together, we move forward by identifying underlying patterns and building a foundation of self-trust, ensuring you feel truly heard and empowered to create a life that feels authentic to you.
Hello, ahlan, kumustaka, I'm Heba! I specialize in supporting individuals and couples who hold multiple cultural identities, and experience chronic stress, anxiety, or depression. Many clients begin therapy with me to heal from past trauma, process the weight of our current political climate, receive support in navigating family or relationship conflicts, unexpected life events, or to gain a deeper understanding of their cultural, religious or familial identity—coupled with the day to day stress of balancing a career, family, social life, health and wellness, and a sense of self.
Hello, ahlan, kumustaka, I'm Heba! I specialize in supporting individuals and couples who hold multiple cultural identities, and experience chronic stress, anxiety, or depression. Many clients begin therapy with me to heal from past trauma, process the weight of our current political climate, receive support in navigating family or relationship conflicts, unexpected life events, or to gain a deeper understanding of their cultural, religious or familial identity—coupled with the day to day stress of balancing a career, family, social life, health and wellness, and a sense of self.
Finding a therapist can be very daunting. To help you figure out if I might be a good fit for your needs, l will share my clients' experience of me: Most have said they really appreciate how engaged & active I am; I help them understand themselves better; help them understand how stress affects their body; how they internalize thoughts of self & others; that I give tools to help with difficult emotions; and how to communicate their needs to their partner & listen better. I specialize in 1) relationship, parenting difficulties, 2) trauma/grief, 3) non-traditional families, 4) adoption, 5) ThirdCultureKid, 6) LGBTQ.
Finding a therapist can be very daunting. To help you figure out if I might be a good fit for your needs, l will share my clients' experience of me: Most have said they really appreciate how engaged & active I am; I help them understand themselves better; help them understand how stress affects their body; how they internalize thoughts of self & others; that I give tools to help with difficult emotions; and how to communicate their needs to their partner & listen better. I specialize in 1) relationship, parenting difficulties, 2) trauma/grief, 3) non-traditional families, 4) adoption, 5) ThirdCultureKid, 6) LGBTQ.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? You may be navigating cross-cultural challenges, immigration uncertainty, or painful relationship patterns. I help individuals, couples, and families heal, rebuild trust, and create stronger emotional connections. I specialize in trauma recovery, cross-cultural and interracial relationships, life transitions, and premarital counseling. I provide specialized immigration psychological evaluations (Extreme Hardship, Asylum, VAWA, U/T Visas). Services available in English and Mandarin for individuals, couples, and immigrant families.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? You may be navigating cross-cultural challenges, immigration uncertainty, or painful relationship patterns. I help individuals, couples, and families heal, rebuild trust, and create stronger emotional connections. I specialize in trauma recovery, cross-cultural and interracial relationships, life transitions, and premarital counseling. I provide specialized immigration psychological evaluations (Extreme Hardship, Asylum, VAWA, U/T Visas). Services available in English and Mandarin for individuals, couples, and immigrant families.
See more therapy options for Clarksville
Nearby Asian Therapists Searches for Clarksville
- Burtonsville
- Catonsville
- College Park
- Columbia
- Ellicott City
- Gaithersburg
- Greenbelt
- Laurel
- North Bethesda
- Olney
- Rockville
- Silver Spring
Asian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognize an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.