Forensic Psychology Therapists in Frederick, MD
I am a practical consultant for getting movement towards the life you want. I have enjoyed being a practicing psychotherapist for over 25 years having worked with thousands of clients. This experience enables me to quickly clarify issues and help you develop a plan to have the life you want. Being gentle and simultaneously direct is my forte so I will use your time effectively. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a primary intervention with other approaches woven in as needed. I do not take myself too seriously and laughter is an essential therapeutic ingredient.
I am a practical consultant for getting movement towards the life you want. I have enjoyed being a practicing psychotherapist for over 25 years having worked with thousands of clients. This experience enables me to quickly clarify issues and help you develop a plan to have the life you want. Being gentle and simultaneously direct is my forte so I will use your time effectively. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a primary intervention with other approaches woven in as needed. I do not take myself too seriously and laughter is an essential therapeutic ingredient.
I understand how debilitating life can be when you have experienced complex trauma and/or phobias, and I don't want to see you suffer for any longer than you already have. This is why I often utilize Accelerated Resolution Therapy(ART) during counseling. ART doesn't require you to share details of your experience, and many concerns can be addressed in 3-5 sessions! Imagine being able to go to the dentist without fear, or perhaps you'd like to just experience life without trauma constantly getting in the way. If you've been considering counseling and now feel ready to make the leap to improve your life satisfaction, I can help!
I understand how debilitating life can be when you have experienced complex trauma and/or phobias, and I don't want to see you suffer for any longer than you already have. This is why I often utilize Accelerated Resolution Therapy(ART) during counseling. ART doesn't require you to share details of your experience, and many concerns can be addressed in 3-5 sessions! Imagine being able to go to the dentist without fear, or perhaps you'd like to just experience life without trauma constantly getting in the way. If you've been considering counseling and now feel ready to make the leap to improve your life satisfaction, I can help!
I specialize in working with teenagers who experience emotional or behavioral difficulties and their families. I have worked with mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, oppositional defiance disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, and bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with individuals who have been impacted by the criminal justice system. Issues I have focused on in my practice include family and relationship difficulties, emotion regulation, trauma, abuse, self-harming behaviors, and substance use challenges.
I specialize in working with teenagers who experience emotional or behavioral difficulties and their families. I have worked with mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, oppositional defiance disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, and bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with individuals who have been impacted by the criminal justice system. Issues I have focused on in my practice include family and relationship difficulties, emotion regulation, trauma, abuse, self-harming behaviors, and substance use challenges.
Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results
Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results
You are in the right place, at the right time, and doing the right thing. Seeking help is difficult, and finding the right therapist can be challenging. I provide a non-judgmental space for children, adolescents, and adults. Building a trusting, caring, and respectful therapeutic relationship with my client is key to effecting beneficial change. I am committed to listening, understanding, and providing the appropriate specialized treatment to accommodate individual needs.
You are in the right place, at the right time, and doing the right thing. Seeking help is difficult, and finding the right therapist can be challenging. I provide a non-judgmental space for children, adolescents, and adults. Building a trusting, caring, and respectful therapeutic relationship with my client is key to effecting beneficial change. I am committed to listening, understanding, and providing the appropriate specialized treatment to accommodate individual needs.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I am a compassionate and experienced licensed professional counselor, dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and relationships. With a master's degree in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and licensure since 2018. I offer clients a safe and unbiased environment to explore their concerns and find new perspectives.
I am a compassionate and experienced licensed professional counselor, dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and relationships. With a master's degree in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and licensure since 2018. I offer clients a safe and unbiased environment to explore their concerns and find new perspectives.
As a trauma-informed, attachment-based therapist in Maryland, I help adults navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma find steadier ground through virtual therapy. I accept insurance to make adult psychotherapy accessible, leading with warmth, clarity, and collaboration. That same commitment shapes my work as a Maryland Board-approved, Nationally Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). I provide clinical supervision for LGPCs working toward LCPC licensure hours through individual and group supervision, plus private practice start-up support through my ASPIRE model. Whether client or supervisee, you do not have to grow alone.
As a trauma-informed, attachment-based therapist in Maryland, I help adults navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma find steadier ground through virtual therapy. I accept insurance to make adult psychotherapy accessible, leading with warmth, clarity, and collaboration. That same commitment shapes my work as a Maryland Board-approved, Nationally Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). I provide clinical supervision for LGPCs working toward LCPC licensure hours through individual and group supervision, plus private practice start-up support through my ASPIRE model. Whether client or supervisee, you do not have to grow alone.
I am an evidence based clinician that prioritizes patient education to empower my clients to work toward treatment goals. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings and I strongly believe that a good foundation to therapy starts with a strong therapeutic alliance with a therapist. I value rapport building and taking the time to learn my clients.
I am an evidence based clinician that prioritizes patient education to empower my clients to work toward treatment goals. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings and I strongly believe that a good foundation to therapy starts with a strong therapeutic alliance with a therapist. I value rapport building and taking the time to learn my clients.
I have always believed that psychological assessment was part of the therapeutic process. Psychological assessment is more than just diagnoses and numbers; it helps provide a better understanding of the human experience. It can bring a sense of explanation to someone’s experience. An evaluation can help the person feel understood, to feel seen. It can further one’s understanding of the self. All of this can help to facilitate change, by identifying patterns and underlying causes of behaviors. Psychological evaluation is therapeutic, it just relies on data and numbers.
I have always believed that psychological assessment was part of the therapeutic process. Psychological assessment is more than just diagnoses and numbers; it helps provide a better understanding of the human experience. It can bring a sense of explanation to someone’s experience. An evaluation can help the person feel understood, to feel seen. It can further one’s understanding of the self. All of this can help to facilitate change, by identifying patterns and underlying causes of behaviors. Psychological evaluation is therapeutic, it just relies on data and numbers.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are stuck in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. My treatment style is collaborative, using a non-judgmental approach, with achievable goals to help develop effective coping skills and reduce symptoms.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are stuck in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. My treatment style is collaborative, using a non-judgmental approach, with achievable goals to help develop effective coping skills and reduce symptoms.
I've been fortunate in my career to work with individuals at each stage of development; childhood through elderly. Depression, anxiety, and grief are common at all stages of life; I can help.
I've been fortunate in my career to work with individuals at each stage of development; childhood through elderly. Depression, anxiety, and grief are common at all stages of life; I can help.
I firmly believe that my clients know more about themselves than I do. I view therapy as a journey and strive to learn from my clients as much as I hope they learn from me along the way. If you are open-minded, willing to be challenged, and willing to learn, our journey will be rewarding.
I firmly believe that my clients know more about themselves than I do. I view therapy as a journey and strive to learn from my clients as much as I hope they learn from me along the way. If you are open-minded, willing to be challenged, and willing to learn, our journey will be rewarding.
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I specialize in diagnosing ADHD, learning differences and the social and emotional iussues that often go along with attention and learning problems. Parents usually contact me to provide a diagnosis and documentation of how their child's learning and daily functioning skills are impacted by their difficulties.
I specialize in diagnosing ADHD, learning differences and the social and emotional iussues that often go along with attention and learning problems. Parents usually contact me to provide a diagnosis and documentation of how their child's learning and daily functioning skills are impacted by their difficulties.
Welcome to the journey of healing and growth! With over 10 years of experience, I'm here to be your trusted companion on the path to emotional wellness. From little ones to seasoned adults, and every heart in between, I specialize in guiding individuals, couples and families through life's twists and turns. Whether it's overcoming trauma, soothing anxiety, lifting the fog of depression, navigating grief, or taming the wild waves of ADHD, together we’ll weave a tapestry of resilience and hope. Let's embark on a journey where every challenge becomes a stepping stone to a brighter more vibrant tomorrow!
Welcome to the journey of healing and growth! With over 10 years of experience, I'm here to be your trusted companion on the path to emotional wellness. From little ones to seasoned adults, and every heart in between, I specialize in guiding individuals, couples and families through life's twists and turns. Whether it's overcoming trauma, soothing anxiety, lifting the fog of depression, navigating grief, or taming the wild waves of ADHD, together we’ll weave a tapestry of resilience and hope. Let's embark on a journey where every challenge becomes a stepping stone to a brighter more vibrant tomorrow!
I am an experienced therapist with expertise in coping with the hardest things whether it is Complex PTSD, trauma, a bully at school, anxiety that overwhelms you, depression you just can't shake or past victimization or problems in relationships at work or home. Treatment can help you to to find more peace, make changes, and get back on track. Together we will identify your strengths, set goals and monitor progress. Treatment is a difficult commitment to make and you should be informed along the way about your choices.
I am an experienced therapist with expertise in coping with the hardest things whether it is Complex PTSD, trauma, a bully at school, anxiety that overwhelms you, depression you just can't shake or past victimization or problems in relationships at work or home. Treatment can help you to to find more peace, make changes, and get back on track. Together we will identify your strengths, set goals and monitor progress. Treatment is a difficult commitment to make and you should be informed along the way about your choices.
Feeling anxious, angry, overwhelmed, depressed, or just not sure what you are feeling? Is this affecting your functioning and relationships? With 19 years experience in mental health and substance use treatment, I specialize in counseling individuals with highly stressful occupations such as healthcare, government, IT, law enforcement and criminal justice professionals. I also work with clients struggling with grief and loss. Virtual therapy allows me to provide flexibility in scheduling to include early morning sessions. Get help from the comfort of your home. You will feel calmer, stronger and more in control of your life.
Feeling anxious, angry, overwhelmed, depressed, or just not sure what you are feeling? Is this affecting your functioning and relationships? With 19 years experience in mental health and substance use treatment, I specialize in counseling individuals with highly stressful occupations such as healthcare, government, IT, law enforcement and criminal justice professionals. I also work with clients struggling with grief and loss. Virtual therapy allows me to provide flexibility in scheduling to include early morning sessions. Get help from the comfort of your home. You will feel calmer, stronger and more in control of your life.
Michael McCoy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, CCTP, LCPC
1 Endorsed
North Bethesda, MD 20852
Have you ever gotten to a point where you felt overwhelmed with life? It seems like the more you push through juggling school, work, family, relationships and/or life transitions thinking you can handle it the more you find yourself in a cycle like running in a hamster wheel feeling stuck. Sometimes you might feel like you’re just going through the motion in quiet desperation while wishing you knew what to do to emotionally handle life stressors better. You may even talk to friends, family, or distract yourself by staying busy but yet it’s not enough.
Have you ever gotten to a point where you felt overwhelmed with life? It seems like the more you push through juggling school, work, family, relationships and/or life transitions thinking you can handle it the more you find yourself in a cycle like running in a hamster wheel feeling stuck. Sometimes you might feel like you’re just going through the motion in quiet desperation while wishing you knew what to do to emotionally handle life stressors better. You may even talk to friends, family, or distract yourself by staying busy but yet it’s not enough.
Your life seems perfect to everyone else, but you struggle daily with thoughts that you don’t feel you can share with anyone. You feel stuck, uncertain, and want to feel brave enough to make bold choices to maintain emotional wellness. I specialize in individual therapy for professional women facing career transitions, job loss, workplace difficulties, and significant life changes. I also offer infertility counseling (also referred to as reproductive or fertility counseling) to women and couples struggling to conceive.
Your life seems perfect to everyone else, but you struggle daily with thoughts that you don’t feel you can share with anyone. You feel stuck, uncertain, and want to feel brave enough to make bold choices to maintain emotional wellness. I specialize in individual therapy for professional women facing career transitions, job loss, workplace difficulties, and significant life changes. I also offer infertility counseling (also referred to as reproductive or fertility counseling) to women and couples struggling to conceive.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or have experienced trauma? Have you self-medicated in an attempt to manage your emotions? You can expect supportive, practical help in overcoming trauma, the treatment of mood disorders, and recovery from substance abuse and behavioral addicti. Therapy will be tailored to your needs, using the tools that work best for you, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Restructuring (a core technique from Cognitive Beh Therapy), and learning stress reduction skills. In therapy, you can build lasting alternatives to unhealthy family dynamics.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or have experienced trauma? Have you self-medicated in an attempt to manage your emotions? You can expect supportive, practical help in overcoming trauma, the treatment of mood disorders, and recovery from substance abuse and behavioral addicti. Therapy will be tailored to your needs, using the tools that work best for you, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Restructuring (a core technique from Cognitive Beh Therapy), and learning stress reduction skills. In therapy, you can build lasting alternatives to unhealthy family dynamics.
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Forensic Psychology Therapists
How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.