Emotionally Focused Therapists in Frederick, MD
Therapy often begins when you feel exhausted from fighting different battles every day, battles that feel too heavy to manage alone. I will work with you to navigate these challenges in a supportive and collaborative way. I believe therapy works best when you feel understood and are able to show up as yourself. My approach is warm, relational, and grounded in approaches like CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, and IFS. I focus on making these tools feel practical, natural, and tailored to your life rather than overly clinical or scripted.
Therapy often begins when you feel exhausted from fighting different battles every day, battles that feel too heavy to manage alone. I will work with you to navigate these challenges in a supportive and collaborative way. I believe therapy works best when you feel understood and are able to show up as yourself. My approach is warm, relational, and grounded in approaches like CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, and IFS. I focus on making these tools feel practical, natural, and tailored to your life rather than overly clinical or scripted.
Darren Christopher
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC, ACS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I strive to meet each person I help where they are, together we work to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each person. I thoroughly enjoy working with diversity and helping varieties of individuals each work on their individual goals. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through symptoms affiliated with symptoms affected by mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
I strive to meet each person I help where they are, together we work to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each person. I thoroughly enjoy working with diversity and helping varieties of individuals each work on their individual goals. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through symptoms affiliated with symptoms affected by mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
I know first-hand the twists and turns life can take. I have a deep understanding of the challenges individuals, couples, families, and children face on a daily basis. Life's often overwhelming demands can result in anxiety, depression, and other unhealthy ways of managing stress. I desire to work with clients to help empower them through identifying and conquering patterns of negative thoughts and behaviors while working toward developing a healthy, balanced lifestyle that everyone deserves to have. You will be provided a safe and caring environment where you are able to learn and grow without concern of feeling judged.
I know first-hand the twists and turns life can take. I have a deep understanding of the challenges individuals, couples, families, and children face on a daily basis. Life's often overwhelming demands can result in anxiety, depression, and other unhealthy ways of managing stress. I desire to work with clients to help empower them through identifying and conquering patterns of negative thoughts and behaviors while working toward developing a healthy, balanced lifestyle that everyone deserves to have. You will be provided a safe and caring environment where you are able to learn and grow without concern of feeling judged.
I specialize in working with adolescents, families, couples, and adults struggling with life transitions, anxiety, interpersonal issues, and the overall stressors of life. My approach is rooted in non-judgement, empathy, and belief that understanding one’s emotions and thoughts can improve quality of life. I incorporate practices based in self-compassion, mindfulness, and trauma informed care. I have a wide range of experience from working in a hospital with some of the world’s best psychiatrists to running a clinical program at a shelter for homeless youth to workin with expatriates outside of their country of origin.
I specialize in working with adolescents, families, couples, and adults struggling with life transitions, anxiety, interpersonal issues, and the overall stressors of life. My approach is rooted in non-judgement, empathy, and belief that understanding one’s emotions and thoughts can improve quality of life. I incorporate practices based in self-compassion, mindfulness, and trauma informed care. I have a wide range of experience from working in a hospital with some of the world’s best psychiatrists to running a clinical program at a shelter for homeless youth to workin with expatriates outside of their country of origin.
• I have limited telehealth daytime appointments available! •
Hi, I’m Kaitlin! I’m excited and honored to be considered in helping you reach your therapeutic goals! I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and moms who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, self-harm, trauma, and life transitions. One of the most important parts of therapy is building a connection with your therapist and feeling comfortable being your genuine, authentic self in the therapy space. Building and maintaining therapeutic rapport and sense of acceptance is something I strive to provide as a therapist.
• I have limited telehealth daytime appointments available! •
Hi, I’m Kaitlin! I’m excited and honored to be considered in helping you reach your therapeutic goals! I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and moms who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression, self-harm, trauma, and life transitions. One of the most important parts of therapy is building a connection with your therapist and feeling comfortable being your genuine, authentic self in the therapy space. Building and maintaining therapeutic rapport and sense of acceptance is something I strive to provide as a therapist.
I believe in treating the underlying issues, not only the symptoms; and that supporting clients in gaining deeper self-awareness helps them understand those symptoms. My aim as your therapist is to provide a safe, judgment-free space; and in that space to validate, cheerlead, and challenge you. Most importantly, I'm here to walk through difficult times by your side, and to empower you for when you must walk alone.
I believe in treating the underlying issues, not only the symptoms; and that supporting clients in gaining deeper self-awareness helps them understand those symptoms. My aim as your therapist is to provide a safe, judgment-free space; and in that space to validate, cheerlead, and challenge you. Most importantly, I'm here to walk through difficult times by your side, and to empower you for when you must walk alone.
Life brings challenges, and everyday stressors can disrupt our sense of balance. Sometimes fear keeps us from pursuing our goals, or anxiety makes even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Talking with someone about these experiences can open the door to strategies that ease stress and help you move forward with confidence.
Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a wide range of tools to support individuals and families. My aim is for every session to leave you with at least five practical techniques—simple, discreet strategies you can use anytime, anywhere—for both immediate relief and lasting resilience.
Life brings challenges, and everyday stressors can disrupt our sense of balance. Sometimes fear keeps us from pursuing our goals, or anxiety makes even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Talking with someone about these experiences can open the door to strategies that ease stress and help you move forward with confidence.
Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a wide range of tools to support individuals and families. My aim is for every session to leave you with at least five practical techniques—simple, discreet strategies you can use anytime, anywhere—for both immediate relief and lasting resilience.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where you feel heard, valued, and empowered. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I strive to create a space where we can work together as a team to navigate life’s challenges and achieve your relationship goals.
I have a passion for helping adults who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, past trauma, emotional distress, and difficulties in their daily lives. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming emotions, navigating major life transitions, or working through painful past experiences.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where you feel heard, valued, and empowered. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I strive to create a space where we can work together as a team to navigate life’s challenges and achieve your relationship goals.
I have a passion for helping adults who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, past trauma, emotional distress, and difficulties in their daily lives. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming emotions, navigating major life transitions, or working through painful past experiences.
Psychological Solutions is a professional mental health practice providing compassionate, evidence-based care for a wide range of psychological and emotional concerns. For over 20 years, the practice has helped clients across the DMV achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in mental health, well-being, and quality of life
Psychological Solutions is a professional mental health practice providing compassionate, evidence-based care for a wide range of psychological and emotional concerns. For over 20 years, the practice has helped clients across the DMV achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in mental health, well-being, and quality of life
It can be hard to move forward in life when you’re being held back by the weight of the past. If you’re experiencing feelings of anger, sadness, anxiety, fear, shame- even detachment- I want you to know you’re not alone. Experiences of trauma are difficult and can often feel isolating. Together we can work toward the greater goal of reducing these feelings and making room for a better quality of life.
It can be hard to move forward in life when you’re being held back by the weight of the past. If you’re experiencing feelings of anger, sadness, anxiety, fear, shame- even detachment- I want you to know you’re not alone. Experiences of trauma are difficult and can often feel isolating. Together we can work toward the greater goal of reducing these feelings and making room for a better quality of life.
Hello!, or...¡Hola! Are you experiencing anxiety and stress related to major life transitions, such as relocation & cultural adjustment, career change & burnout, breakup recovery, and challenges with setting healthy boundaries? Let's talk!
Hello!, or...¡Hola! Are you experiencing anxiety and stress related to major life transitions, such as relocation & cultural adjustment, career change & burnout, breakup recovery, and challenges with setting healthy boundaries? Let's talk!
I work with adults, parents, stepparents, and couples navigating family conflict, blended family challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder. Many clients feel overwhelmed by parenting responsibilities, co-parenting stress, relationship concerns, or the impact of mental health on family life. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we identify patterns, build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change. My goal is to help clients develop resilience, improve communication, and find greater stability and confidence.
I work with adults, parents, stepparents, and couples navigating family conflict, blended family challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder. Many clients feel overwhelmed by parenting responsibilities, co-parenting stress, relationship concerns, or the impact of mental health on family life. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we identify patterns, build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change. My goal is to help clients develop resilience, improve communication, and find greater stability and confidence.
Alexis brings extensive experience working with diverse populations, including individuals ranging in age range from 4 to 60. She is passionate about supporting both children and adults through individual, group, and family therapy. Alexis focuses on building effective coping skills and fostering healthy relationships. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in strength-based and solution-focused models, allowing her to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of each client and help them achieve their personal goals.
Alexis brings extensive experience working with diverse populations, including individuals ranging in age range from 4 to 60. She is passionate about supporting both children and adults through individual, group, and family therapy. Alexis focuses on building effective coping skills and fostering healthy relationships. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in strength-based and solution-focused models, allowing her to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of each client and help them achieve their personal goals.
Katie McDearmon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Relationships are hard work! I am here to help you and your partner(s) through common struggles such as infidelity recovery, desire discrepancies and other bedroom issues, communication barriers, co-parenting challenges, emotional intimacy, re-connection, discernment/separation and much more. I also help individuals with sexual dysfunction, distressing compulsions and/or attraction, and pornography addiction. My goal as your counselor is to help you and your partner(s) get to your desired level of connection, intimacy, and communication.
Relationships are hard work! I am here to help you and your partner(s) through common struggles such as infidelity recovery, desire discrepancies and other bedroom issues, communication barriers, co-parenting challenges, emotional intimacy, re-connection, discernment/separation and much more. I also help individuals with sexual dysfunction, distressing compulsions and/or attraction, and pornography addiction. My goal as your counselor is to help you and your partner(s) get to your desired level of connection, intimacy, and communication.
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Now accepting Medicare and BC/BS. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over twenty years of psychotherapy experience treating adults, children, and adolescents with all types of mental health problems, including severe conditions and co-occurring disorders. If you or your child are suffering from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, problems in relationships----I have a lot of experience helping these get better. I have expertise in the treatment of substance abuse/addictions, adolescents, domestic violence and anger management, and health psychology. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR.
Now accepting Medicare and BC/BS. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over twenty years of psychotherapy experience treating adults, children, and adolescents with all types of mental health problems, including severe conditions and co-occurring disorders. If you or your child are suffering from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, problems in relationships----I have a lot of experience helping these get better. I have expertise in the treatment of substance abuse/addictions, adolescents, domestic violence and anger management, and health psychology. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR.
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and rooted in compassion. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based practices like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Faith-Based Counseling.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal/postpartum, or relationship challenges, I walk alongside you with curiosity and care—offering challenging tools that offer lasting growth. I see therapy as a good pair of shoes; it has to fit!
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and rooted in compassion. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based practices like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Faith-Based Counseling.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal/postpartum, or relationship challenges, I walk alongside you with curiosity and care—offering challenging tools that offer lasting growth. I see therapy as a good pair of shoes; it has to fit!
Walking through a door can feel different every time—sometimes chaotic, sometimes quiet, sometimes uncertain. What others don’t see is the internal experience before that moment: self-doubt, overwhelm, or numbness that can leave you feeling stuck. Life’s unpredictability can make it hard to stay connected to your emotions, and you don’t have to navigate that alone. I provide a warm, grounded therapeutic space to explore present concerns and past experiences when helpful.
Walking through a door can feel different every time—sometimes chaotic, sometimes quiet, sometimes uncertain. What others don’t see is the internal experience before that moment: self-doubt, overwhelm, or numbness that can leave you feeling stuck. Life’s unpredictability can make it hard to stay connected to your emotions, and you don’t have to navigate that alone. I provide a warm, grounded therapeutic space to explore present concerns and past experiences when helpful.
Hi, I’m so glad you found your way here. I’m a trauma therapist, working with individuals experiencing overwhelm, disconnection, or the lasting impact of difficult past experiences. Our work will focus on understanding your story, building a sense of safety, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
Hi, I’m so glad you found your way here. I’m a trauma therapist, working with individuals experiencing overwhelm, disconnection, or the lasting impact of difficult past experiences. Our work will focus on understanding your story, building a sense of safety, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
Hey there, I'm Jon. As a therapist, I pride myself on building warm, supportive relationships with my clients. Trust and acceptance are an essential part of therapy. I listen non-judgmentally, respond thoughtfully, and behave like a real, genuine human being in our sessions. Some therapists try to be blank slates, but I've found the most helpful approach is the most authentic one. I speak with empathy and understanding, and even crack a few jokes here and there.
I earned my master's degree in social work in 2014. I've been a therapist for 10 years, working with adults and teens in individual therapy and group therapy settings.
Hey there, I'm Jon. As a therapist, I pride myself on building warm, supportive relationships with my clients. Trust and acceptance are an essential part of therapy. I listen non-judgmentally, respond thoughtfully, and behave like a real, genuine human being in our sessions. Some therapists try to be blank slates, but I've found the most helpful approach is the most authentic one. I speak with empathy and understanding, and even crack a few jokes here and there.
I earned my master's degree in social work in 2014. I've been a therapist for 10 years, working with adults and teens in individual therapy and group therapy settings.
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