Marriage Counseling Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD
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Jenna Santucci-Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I also work with couples and offer premarital,
marital
and couples counseling.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS 18+ RESIDING IN MD & VA* Therapy can feel like uncharted territory. It is normal to feel nervous, apprehensive, and unsure if this is going to work. My job is to be your tour guide as someone who has expertise in helping people just like you on the journey towards healing. You have heard of getting a heart, liver, or even lung transplant, but you will never hear of someone getting a brain transplant. This is why taking care of your mind is so important. Starting at our very first session, we will work together to create a road map for where we are going, and identify how we will know once we have arrived.
Lisa Makstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified
Verified
As a psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I feel passionate about helping people experience more joy and contentment in their relationships and in their lives. I believe that every crisis or problem that arises also provides an opportunity for healing and growth. Whether you are depressed, anxious, having
marital
conflicts, parenting difficulties, recovering from a traumatic experience, or in the midst of a life transition, we can problem-solve together and discover new possibilities for you. My style can best be described as interactive and engaging. I am a supportive listener, yet give honest feedback and offer suggestions for positive actions.
Pascale Brady
PCC, CPCC, MBA, CPE, CALC
I specialize in: * LIFE CHALLENGES (RELATIONSHIPS: couples, families or work, and TRANSITIONS:
marriage
/divorce, parenting, career, illness, mourning .
Welcome to my profile! I am a life coach: my clients use coaching to work through life, relationship or career challenges, at home or at work. I also specialize in parent coaching and expat coaching. Together we find and develop your inner courage to help you get past your challenges. By gaining clarity and creating new direction and goals, you lead a more fulfilled, productive, peaceful and joyous life. Clients choose me as their coach for my energy and catching enthusiasm, my strength, my unlimited compassion and ability to empathize, my laser-like instinct and my no-nonsense approach. Call today for your free sample session!
Life Support Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Military, Life Transitions,
Marital
Counseling, Grief & Loss, PTSD, and much more.
As a result of COVID-19, all therapeutic services will be provided using Telehealth, by phone or video conference. Telehealth makes mental health care more accessible. It brings mental health care options to those with limited mobility, those who lack transportation, and those with limited mental health care options in their community. It also allows those who would ordinarily be reluctant to seek treatment because of the perceived stigma associated with receiving mental health care get the help they need. Flexible scheduling, evenings and weekends available, all from the comfort of your home, car, wherever you are.
Not accepting new clients
Hearts In Mind Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Williams is a certified
marriage
and family/couples counselor.
Mr. Williams is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist who utilizes Solution-Focused Therapy, Insight Oriented Psychotherapy, Emotional Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a catalyst for change with his clients. His typical clients struggle with depression, anxiety, love addiction, anger management, attachment issues, divorce/separation, and blended family dynamics. He is able to see individuals, couples and families. He specializes in working with the adolescent to adult male population. Helping them navigate and understand their purpose in life while providing relatable life experiences to their circumstances.
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Not accepting new clients
Norman W Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MHS, LCPC, CRPS
Verified
Verified
I have been a Therapist for over twenty years.I have worked with many clients and understand the problems that people go through in everyday life. I help people work through them so that growth can occur in the Counseling Relationship.I believe that if you never confront and challenge your problems then nothing will change.There is hope for finding meaning in our lives. I provide Individual Pschotherapy,Couples,
Marriage
and Family Therapy. I work with adults and adolescents that have substance abuse and behavior problems. Recovery from lifes problems is an ongoing process that can be achieved through therapy.
Not accepting new clients
Gregory Powell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My clinical specialties include
marital
therapy, treatment of anxiety and depression, management of job stress/career issues, and family therapy, especially regarding adolescent or "adult child" concerns and addictions.
I am a professional, solution-focused therapist with 35 years of experience helping adults and couples address a wide range of emotional and life-stress difficulties. I view therapy as a problem-solving process requiring safety, understanding, reliable feedback, and practice. It's truly a partnership in reducing tension and improving your quality of life. I work with clients to achieve these ends through realistic thinking and effective action. Our discussions are fun, warm, and challenging.
Sanaa Sharnoubi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSc, LCPC, PhD
Verified
Verified
If life is a journey and you are at a wrong or unfamiliar juncture, I will be a trustworthy guide and companion as you chart your way to your destination. I can help with such roadblocks as depression, anxiety, fear or shame, substance abuse, difficulties in social, romantic,
marital
or family relationships. Other bumps in the road might involve professional or cultural issues. My promise is to support you consistently and unconditionally. Another promise is that you will (re)discover inner resources with which you can change/enhance any part(s) of your life that you are not satisfied with.
Not accepting new clients
Josh A Kalman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s stresses? Are your most important relationships suffering? Are you finding it difficult to find meaning in your life? It’s my belief that psychotherapy is an avenue for you to develop skills, find relief and start on a new path full of meaning. My goal when meeting you is to help create a collaborative working relationship where you can understand yourself and what you would like to change. I specialize in a variety of areas including depression, anxiety, sexual/pornography addiction,
marital
difficulties, life transitions, anger issues and more.
Not accepting new clients
Susan B Blair
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, CCDP
Verified
Verified
Through extensive training and experience, I specialize in the treatment of Couples Counseling, Pre-
Marital
Counseling, Discernment Counseling, Relationship difficulties, Attachment, Substance Use/Abuse, Life Transitions, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Conflict Resolution, Compulsive Gambling, Family Therapy, and Medical Family Therapy.
Welcome! I hope this information will encourage you to take the next step toward personal wellness. Whether you have experienced a sudden unexpected event or an ongoing issue that causes you difficulty, I will partner with you to set self-defined goals, examine alternatives, and work toward solutions. In an environment of support and acceptance, we will walk the journey of self-discovery, personal growth, the process of change, and relationship enhancement. As a Licensed Clinical
Marriage
& Family Therapist and Certified Co-occurring Disorders Professional, I provide compassionate treatment to individuals, couples, and families.
My Empowering Impact
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life can get the best of anyone, at anytime, and in those times support is necessary. Looking for the bright side in dark situations can be difficult, however, learning to manage helps to create resilience. From Faith Based/ Christian Counseling, Children & Families, Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Spirituality, Gerontology, Couples/
Marital
Counseling, to Spanish Speaking Psychotherapy - My Empowering Impact’s Diverse Therapist are here to help you. Call Us, Email Us or Visit Us online to Schedule Your Appointment TODAY ! Your Mental Health is Your Wealth !!!!!
Christy Van Horn
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
However you come into my office, whether in crisis or stuck or angry and hurting, my commitment is to see and relate to you through the eyes of your potential. The very nature of relationships sets us up for conflict and disillusionment. We change as human beings, and so must our most intimate partnerships.
Marriage counseling
allows us to discover your strengths and successes and at the same time practice saying the things that are scary and uncomfortable. This is how we rekindle authenticity and trust and hope. You’ll find me to be both supportive and directive. I’m an active therapist who gets in it with you.
Sherri Robbins
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My main treatment approaches are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (a form of Cognitive Behavior Therapy), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman
Marriage
Method, and EMDR therapy.
I am licensed in Maryland and North Carolina: offering virtual sessions for those in Maryland and in-person and virtual in North Carolina. I see families, couples and individuals from teens to adults, from all backgrounds and beliefs, who are dealing with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, family and relationship issues, and identity struggles.
Stephanie Vancek Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified
Verified
I work with a range of life obstacles - depression, anxiety, trauma,
marriage counseling
, relationship issues, life changes, grief and loss, stress, pandemic-induced issues and more.
Welcome to therapy! There may be some mixed feelings about getting started but note this as a great defining moment in your life, taking time to care for you, this took courage & determination! Mental health is a crucial part of our overall health and yet it is often neglected by default. I want to help more people prioritize their mental health promoting wellness and living a fulfilled life. I think of myself as a support in your journey helping you unlock your answers. I provide a warm nourishing therapy space for you to feel welcomed and cared for. I hope to be your support in your healing journey.
Scott Bristol
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified
Verified
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Welcome to your first step and a vital decision to choose you! Being seen and heard are undervalued in our society. Do you allow the space and care that you need to be whole? Pouring from an empty cup is difficult. I welcome individuals, couples, and families, whether seeking self-enlightenment, coping, better communication, or unity. Though implied in the text, I extend a special invitation to the men. We feel we always HAVE to be "ok," but we know better, fellas! Seeking help is a show of strength.
Dayle Sterman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
TELETHERAPY available. Are you struggling to improve feelings about yourself and your relationships? Sometimes the stresses of daily living are hard to manage. You may be struggling with anxiety, sadness, depression, addiction or grief. I can help you navigate through tough times. I offer individual and couples therapy to help you get "unstuck", find new ways to cope, & improve communication and intimacy in your relationships. In therapy you learn to overcome obstacles that interfere with happiness. We identify strengths and patterns of behavior that interfere with achieving happiness to help you enjoy life and relationships
Joanne Bagshaw & Associates
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You may feel like you’re the only one experiencing sexual challenges in your relationship, but difficulties like low desire, painful sex, or premature ejaculation are more common than you think. If you’ve been afraid to talk about your sexual challenges, you probably feel alone, overwhelmed, and unsure about what to do. If you’re in a relationship, you and your partner may have stopped talking about sex, deepening the disconnection and feelings of loneliness and shame. Fortunately, there is a way out of this negative cycle, and you can create the sex life and relationship you desire.
Daryl Thorne
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Life happens! At some point in our lives we are faced with challenges that effect us personally or professionally. Sometimes we have people we can talk to about these minor set backs. Other times, we wish there was someone we could talk to, honestly, about the most troubling aspects of our lives without fear of being judged. Having a supportive person in our lives who is objective makes a difference in getting through these "bumps in the road". This is, ideally, what a counselor or therapist is for.
Miran Dalley
Counselor, MS, LGPC
Verified
Verified
Accepting new clients; virtual and in person available immediately! We help empower women and couples to find their strongest authentic self. Are you are feeling lost in all the different roles in your life? Are you feeling like you have created a life that you thought should make you happy, but you're not? Are you feeling alone in your relationship(s). Are you feeling overwhelmed, on edge and unable to rest or engage in self care? Do you feel like you make everyone else's needs a priority, and yours get lost? Are you feeling too emotional or sensitive? We can help you find fulfillment, contentment and internal strength!
Laurie R. Levin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Do you find yourself repeating the same behaviors over and over again, hoping for a different outcome? This is a pattern that can be changed, and as a therapist with over 30 years of experience, I can help you to make these changes. By understanding and working through how one's early experiences influence one’s current behaviors, lasting changes can be made. Concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship issues are among the areas I treat. I believe in the importance of developing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment in which we can explore your feelings.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.