Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD

Mónica is a Latina, immigrant, licensed counselor who specializes in working with immigrants and communities of color. Mónica obtained her counseling degree from Johns Hopkins University and has focused her career on breaking down stigma around mental health and to normalize seeking help when life gets tough. Mónica works from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach and borrows some techniques from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT ), Person-centered Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction Therapy (MBSR).

Accepting new clients in Maryland and DC! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with experience working with clients in a variety of settings including inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and psychoeducational settings. I utilize multiple therapeutic approaches in my practice including frameworks like DBT, CBT, ACT , Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, mind-body connection, holistic, systems focused, trauma informed, and person-centered modalities.

My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Using mindfulness-based interventions such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT ), I help my clients develop skills to manage difficult emotions, decrease negative self-talk, and build resilience in the face of life's challenges.

I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, and challenges associated with life transitions. I also work closely with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy helping others find compassion and acceptance for themselves. This is the foundation of positive change. If you find yourself consumed with worry and stress, difficulty being present, or need support while you are navigating a challenging life transition my practice may be a good fit.

I provide services for clients who I believe have the capacity to resolve their own problems with my assistance. I offer a professional relationship with my clients to assist them in exploring and resolving difficult issues. I believe that as people become more accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding happiness and contentment in their lives. Self-awareness and self- acceptance are goals that sometimes take a long time to achieve. While some clients may need only a few counseling sessions to feel complete, others may require months. I offer a caring, empathic space to explore, heal and to try new ways of being.

*Available* Are you feeling stuck or unsettled? Perhaps your teen or tween is going through a difficult time? Maybe your relationship could use some extra support? Please know that you don’t have to do it alone. I would like to help! From stressed and anxious adults to teens and tweens grappling with dysphoria, anxiety, peer conflict, and more I am happy to offer support to those in need of my service. I am also available to help couples with a variety of concerns such as communication errors, healing from broken trust, and strengthening intimacy all from a neutral, nonjudgemental, sex positive and gender affirming perspective.

Hello! As a dedicated therapist, my main objective is to help you recognize and attain your aspirations by providing a secure, trusting, and welcoming environment. I believe that every client is unique, and I value your expertise, strengths, and abilities. My aim is to provide a supportive, guided, and empowering experience for clients, helping them to develop new insights and perspectives that lead to a more fulfilling and satisfying life. Currently, I offer telehealth therapy services for adults in Maryland. If you are ready to take the first step towards positive change, I welcome the opportunity to work with you.

Many people struggle in silence and are not sure how to move forward; you are not alone! My goal is to help you navigate through the difficult times by creating a safe, calm, and collaborative environment to adapt and grow. I work to understand you as you are without judgment and honor your individual life story. I use a holistic and integrative approach to therapy and believe that understanding, acceptance , and connection are important pieces to promote healing and positive change. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, families, and couples.

David is a compassionate and curious psychotherapist, often noted for his calm and gently direct nature. He supports individuals, couples, and families in more fully connecting with themselves and each other. He strives to holistically acknowledge each person’s cultural heritage, family-of-origin influences, life experiences, and other interconnected parts. David provides a safe and comfortable environment, where clients may experiment with new ways of being, and experience new ways of relating. A highly collaborative psychotherapist, David empowers clients to co-create the working relationship and voice what they need for success.

We are NOT defined by what we've survived, and I'm here to support you to reclaim your life and truly accept yourself. I’m a therapist because I live for seeing others break through barriers and heal from what’s been hurting them. I’m right by your side as we work together to find real answers to the challenges you're facing, while empowering your strengths with the therapeutic strategies you need to heal. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional offering gender affirming, anti-racist therapy to adults and teens via telehealth at Inner Wellbeing Therapy LLC. I also offer in-person group creative and eco-therapy in Baltimore.

Welcome to our practice! We are currently accepting new clients and meeting completely online for telehealth sessions. When boundaries have been violated through infidelity, lies and secrets, it can be hard to know if a relationship is salvageable. Whether you have been cheated on or done the cheating...Is there hope? We can help!

Therapy can appear intimidating to many, but it doesn't have to be. As a licensed therapist, my goal is to assist you in discovering, enhancing, or reinforcing the skills you possess to enhance your life. I foster an atmosphere of compassion, trust, and safety, encouraging healing and personal growth. With a diverse perspective, I value each individual I work with as a unique and invaluable person.

Life happens to all of us; stressors are inevitable, unresolved feelings may arise and it can all be just a little bit overwhelming. Despite our best efforts we may find ourselves overly stressed, alone, anxious, or just tired. Whether it’s dealing with a transition, a loss, a tragedy, a relationship, or just the daily highs and lows, we all deserve a place to decompress and process what life throws at us. Maybe this is a tough season for you, or maybe you just need support as you work on your goals. Therapy should act as both a safe space filled with warmth and compassion, and a brave space that challenges and empowers.

Are you worried you have an eating disorder? Are you a perfectionist who procrastinates? Are you an introvert or just do not get people sometimes? Are you harder on yourself than anyone else? Do you have trouble letting go of things even when you know it would be better for you? Do you struggle with your body image or self esteem? If you struggle with any of these (or all of them!), my blend of authenticity and evidenced based treatments is kind of different from your usual therapist, so if you think you need someone to tell it to you straight without too much touchy feely stuff, we might be a good match.