Psychoanalytic Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD

Hello and Welcome! I feel that simply being present, actively listening, and earning trust is vital to utilizing therapeutic tools during the counseling process I see every person I work with as a unique, resilient individual whose life matters, as well as someone who I may get to know and grow with. As an eclectic counselor, I integrate elements from approaches such as person-centered, cognitive behavioral, psychoanalytic , as well as tuning in to various dialectic/mindfulness exercises. I enjoy working alongside (so-to-speak) adults, young adults, and adolescents in the clinical and community setting.

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.

I work with teens and adults experiencing stress or distress related to being expats; guilt and shame; difficult family, peer and professional relationships; LGBTQIA+ and/or BIPOC stressors; little to no interest or pleasure in doing thing; worry and avoidance; low self esteem; professional or cultural identity stress; ongoing effects of trauma; and those who just want to talk to someone. I create a therapeutic environment for my clients to meet and reconnect parts of themselves they may have disavowed due to shame, criticism, illness, fear and painful experiences and experiment with styles of relating to themselves and others.

Motherhood, transitions, grief, young adulthood, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ identity stressors, career stress, irrational thoughts, sadness, worry, relationships, trauma, self esteem and concentration issues are my areas of clinical expertise. I use Trauma Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to decrease and manage the frequency, duration and intensity of their symptoms.  I'll incorporate your values, identities, faith and cultural practices and belief systems. We will identify symptoms and implement long-term coping strategies that are practical for your personality and lifestyle.