Schema Therapy in Gaithersburg, MD
The demands of life—whether expected or sudden—can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in working with adults and adolescents who are looking to manage stress, overcome anxiety, and create positive change. Additionally, I have a deep understanding of the unique stressors faced by first responders and their families, as well as those who experience high-pressure situations, offering a safe and supportive space to process their experiences.
The demands of life—whether expected or sudden—can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in working with adults and adolescents who are looking to manage stress, overcome anxiety, and create positive change. Additionally, I have a deep understanding of the unique stressors faced by first responders and their families, as well as those who experience high-pressure situations, offering a safe and supportive space to process their experiences.
Tamara's Clouds INC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, MPT, LCPC, CBT, CCTP
Gaithersburg, MD 20886
I am the founder of Tamara’s Clouds Inc. I started this company in 2009 with aspirations of empowering humanity. I believe that each person has a past that is transporting them into their future. My approach is to craft a trusted and non-judgmental environment, while fostering truth and liberation with every client.
I am the founder of Tamara’s Clouds Inc. I started this company in 2009 with aspirations of empowering humanity. I believe that each person has a past that is transporting them into their future. My approach is to craft a trusted and non-judgmental environment, while fostering truth and liberation with every client.
Are you looking for support to navigate a planned or unplanned life transition? Or perhaps feeling lost upon realizing that you seemed to have “misplaced” your SELF while simply living life? With over 23 years in practice, Christy helps her clients both individual and couples, navigate these life transitions with mindfulness and compassion, recover a sense of Self, and live in your most authentic Self.
Are you looking for support to navigate a planned or unplanned life transition? Or perhaps feeling lost upon realizing that you seemed to have “misplaced” your SELF while simply living life? With over 23 years in practice, Christy helps her clients both individual and couples, navigate these life transitions with mindfulness and compassion, recover a sense of Self, and live in your most authentic Self.
Therapy with me is steady, and less intimidating. Many of my clients come in carrying long-held beliefs about themselves — that they are “too much,” not good enough, broken, or somehow bad. I help clients slow those beliefs down, understand where they came from, and begin building a more honest and compassionate view of themselves.
My style is warm, collaborative, practical, and direct. I listen closely, look for patterns, and help clients make sense of their emotions, relationships, and life experiences in a way that feels clear and useful.
Therapy with me is steady, and less intimidating. Many of my clients come in carrying long-held beliefs about themselves — that they are “too much,” not good enough, broken, or somehow bad. I help clients slow those beliefs down, understand where they came from, and begin building a more honest and compassionate view of themselves.
My style is warm, collaborative, practical, and direct. I listen closely, look for patterns, and help clients make sense of their emotions, relationships, and life experiences in a way that feels clear and useful.
Accepting NEW clients. Are you struggling? Do you need support? I’ll work to meet you where you are, no matter what you’re experiencing. I have experience working with adults experiencing trauma and a variety of other mental health challenges such as relationship problems, anxiety, and depression. Whatever challenge you’re troubled with, I will work with you by creating a Safe Space. I collaborate with you, assisting you towards your goals. My approach is to listen and understand, and I will work to support you unconditionally, without judgement, and with empathy.
Accepting NEW clients. Are you struggling? Do you need support? I’ll work to meet you where you are, no matter what you’re experiencing. I have experience working with adults experiencing trauma and a variety of other mental health challenges such as relationship problems, anxiety, and depression. Whatever challenge you’re troubled with, I will work with you by creating a Safe Space. I collaborate with you, assisting you towards your goals. My approach is to listen and understand, and I will work to support you unconditionally, without judgement, and with empathy.
I use an eclectic approach of modalities and techniques: Schema Therapy; CBT; DBT; IFS; Hypnotherapy; Psychodynamic and Existential approaches.
Dear seeker of clarity and healing, whether you're seeking support for personal growth, overcoming obstacles, enhancing communication skills, or healing the wounds of the past, I am here to guide you with reassuring presence grounded in expertise and empathy. I want you to know that you're not alone in this journey. Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, lost, and confused. I'm here to offer you a safe space where we can explore your experiences together. I encourage you to take that first step by reaching out, and we can begin this transformative process of reconnecting to your inner strength and purpose.
I use an eclectic approach of modalities and techniques: Schema Therapy; CBT; DBT; IFS; Hypnotherapy; Psychodynamic and Existential approaches.
Dear seeker of clarity and healing, whether you're seeking support for personal growth, overcoming obstacles, enhancing communication skills, or healing the wounds of the past, I am here to guide you with reassuring presence grounded in expertise and empathy. I want you to know that you're not alone in this journey. Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, lost, and confused. I'm here to offer you a safe space where we can explore your experiences together. I encourage you to take that first step by reaching out, and we can begin this transformative process of reconnecting to your inner strength and purpose.
My approach is collaborative, with specializations in IFS, CPT, TF-CBT, DBT, ERP, Schema Therapy, art therapy, and somatic tools.
Growth starts with the courage to get curious about yourself. Every part of you has a story. As a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), military veteran, and sports coach, I help people navigate painful experiences, overwhelming emotions, burnout, performance pressure, and relationship challenges. Therapy is your safe space to unpack what feels heavy, build resilience, deepen insight, increase curiosity and self-compassion, and create meaningful change in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. You do not have to do this alone- this is your invitation to choose transformation from surviving to thriving.
My approach is collaborative, with specializations in IFS, CPT, TF-CBT, DBT, ERP, Schema Therapy, art therapy, and somatic tools.
Growth starts with the courage to get curious about yourself. Every part of you has a story. As a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP), military veteran, and sports coach, I help people navigate painful experiences, overwhelming emotions, burnout, performance pressure, and relationship challenges. Therapy is your safe space to unpack what feels heavy, build resilience, deepen insight, increase curiosity and self-compassion, and create meaningful change in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. You do not have to do this alone- this is your invitation to choose transformation from surviving to thriving.
I am accepting new clients! I work with individuals who have experienced trauma in their childhood as well as throughout their lives. This compiled trauma over the years can often cause trouble emotionally regulating or feeling strong in your sense of self. Maybe you struggle with perfectionism, all or nothing thinking, or self criticism. Perhaps you have struggled with controlling your impulses, relationships never seem to stick, and chaos and crisis seems to follow you wherever you go. We can process and relieve feelings such as shame, distrust, overwhelm, panic, irritability, anger, and depression without judgement.
I am accepting new clients! I work with individuals who have experienced trauma in their childhood as well as throughout their lives. This compiled trauma over the years can often cause trouble emotionally regulating or feeling strong in your sense of self. Maybe you struggle with perfectionism, all or nothing thinking, or self criticism. Perhaps you have struggled with controlling your impulses, relationships never seem to stick, and chaos and crisis seems to follow you wherever you go. We can process and relieve feelings such as shame, distrust, overwhelm, panic, irritability, anger, and depression without judgement.
Hi, I'm Jesse! At the heart of my work as a psychotherapist is a commitment to accompany clients as they navigate towards more fulfilling and meaningful lives, free from the unconscious anchors of the past. I recognize that when the storm envelops everything, it is sometimes impossible to avoid having your light extinguished by it. There is a path forward. Together, we can illuminate it.
Hi, I'm Jesse! At the heart of my work as a psychotherapist is a commitment to accompany clients as they navigate towards more fulfilling and meaningful lives, free from the unconscious anchors of the past. I recognize that when the storm envelops everything, it is sometimes impossible to avoid having your light extinguished by it. There is a path forward. Together, we can illuminate it.
A client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life’s challenges and is seeking clarity, support, and healthier ways to manage their emotions and cope. They may be a teen navigating academic pressures, identity development, or family stress, or an adult managing relationship difficulties, work stress, or personal transitions. Often, they struggle with anxiety, sadness, self-doubt, or unresolved conflicts. What they want most is to feel understood, to make sense of their emotions, and to find strategies that allow them to move forward with confidence.
A client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life’s challenges and is seeking clarity, support, and healthier ways to manage their emotions and cope. They may be a teen navigating academic pressures, identity development, or family stress, or an adult managing relationship difficulties, work stress, or personal transitions. Often, they struggle with anxiety, sadness, self-doubt, or unresolved conflicts. What they want most is to feel understood, to make sense of their emotions, and to find strategies that allow them to move forward with confidence.
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Hi, I am Hélène Diop is a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC & LCAD Board-Approved Supervisor in the State of Maryland for more than 14 years. I have treated and supported individuals, couples, and families on three continents – Europe, North & South America – as well as various states in the US. My cross-cultural professional trainings and experiences over the years has uniquely equipped me to understand that a person’s challenges in life are often resolved by effectively negotiating one’s worldview’s demands and the context in which one currently lives. I tailor my treatment approaches to my clients’ needs & strengths.
Hi, I am Hélène Diop is a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC & LCAD Board-Approved Supervisor in the State of Maryland for more than 14 years. I have treated and supported individuals, couples, and families on three continents – Europe, North & South America – as well as various states in the US. My cross-cultural professional trainings and experiences over the years has uniquely equipped me to understand that a person’s challenges in life are often resolved by effectively negotiating one’s worldview’s demands and the context in which one currently lives. I tailor my treatment approaches to my clients’ needs & strengths.
At MMTherapy, we believe in transformation through wellness. As a Black-owned, culturally responsive mental health practice, our mission is to destigmatize mental health in Black and Brown communities while providing exceptional, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions. With over 12 years of experience in clinical social work, I specialize in helping high-achieving women, professionals, and individuals from diverse backgrounds heal from past wounds and build emotional resilience.
At MMTherapy, we believe in transformation through wellness. As a Black-owned, culturally responsive mental health practice, our mission is to destigmatize mental health in Black and Brown communities while providing exceptional, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions. With over 12 years of experience in clinical social work, I specialize in helping high-achieving women, professionals, and individuals from diverse backgrounds heal from past wounds and build emotional resilience.
You appear to have it all together but feel disconnected from yourself and loved ones. You're the parent who loves deeply but struggles to connect, the professional succeeding while battling anxiety, the young adult overwhelmed by life's pressures. Your relationships feel transactional, your achievements feel hollow, and you're exhausted from perfectionism. You want authentic connection but don't know how to stop performing. You need someone who understands that looking successful and feeling fulfilled are completely different things.
You appear to have it all together but feel disconnected from yourself and loved ones. You're the parent who loves deeply but struggles to connect, the professional succeeding while battling anxiety, the young adult overwhelmed by life's pressures. Your relationships feel transactional, your achievements feel hollow, and you're exhausted from perfectionism. You want authentic connection but don't know how to stop performing. You need someone who understands that looking successful and feeling fulfilled are completely different things.
I work with adults, teens, and kids who struggle to express themselves effectively, navigate challenges in relationships, and heal from difficult past experiences. I often see adults who are feeling overwhelmed or frustrated after trying to manage symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or depression on their own. Many of the teens and kids that I see feel a lot of pressure to perform better in school, have difficulties around interacting with their parents or peers, or struggle to motivate themselves without relying on self-criticism. My clients often want skills and strategies so we spend time discussing and practicing them together.
I work with adults, teens, and kids who struggle to express themselves effectively, navigate challenges in relationships, and heal from difficult past experiences. I often see adults who are feeling overwhelmed or frustrated after trying to manage symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or depression on their own. Many of the teens and kids that I see feel a lot of pressure to perform better in school, have difficulties around interacting with their parents or peers, or struggle to motivate themselves without relying on self-criticism. My clients often want skills and strategies so we spend time discussing and practicing them together.
Ayanna Outten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in Schema Therapy and the mind-body connection.
My ideal client is an adolescent, college student, or adult navigating anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, trauma, grief, or major life transitions. They may feel unsure where to start and are seeking relief, clarity, and coping tools, in addition to insight. They’re motivated to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and build emotional stability, but may need support to feel safe, grounded, and confident enough to take those steps.
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in Schema Therapy and the mind-body connection.
My ideal client is an adolescent, college student, or adult navigating anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, trauma, grief, or major life transitions. They may feel unsure where to start and are seeking relief, clarity, and coping tools, in addition to insight. They’re motivated to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and build emotional stability, but may need support to feel safe, grounded, and confident enough to take those steps.
Life and all of its beauty can at times, present us with challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed with sadness and a sense of loss. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a certification in Loss and Grief Counseling who is deeply committed to supporting those whose lives have been impacted by painful life events and transitions, such as: the loss of a loved one, terminal illness of self or loved ones, loss of relationships (divorce/separation), loss of child custody, loss of employment, traumatic injuries, disability issues, stillbirths, miscarriages, or cancer diagnoses. I offer sessions in English and Spanish.
Life and all of its beauty can at times, present us with challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed with sadness and a sense of loss. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a certification in Loss and Grief Counseling who is deeply committed to supporting those whose lives have been impacted by painful life events and transitions, such as: the loss of a loved one, terminal illness of self or loved ones, loss of relationships (divorce/separation), loss of child custody, loss of employment, traumatic injuries, disability issues, stillbirths, miscarriages, or cancer diagnoses. I offer sessions in English and Spanish.
Robert Passman has a peaceful, accepting, non-judgmental nature that helps people relax and talk freely. Robert helps women and men of all ages experience healing, freedom, peace, confidence, and joy. With decades of experience in coaching and mentoring individuals, Robert listens carefully and collaborates. As a member of the clinical team led by licensed psychologist Dr. Michael Malone, Robert helps patients with evidence-based treatments like CBT, ERP for OCD, mindfulness, and CPT trauma therapy. Patients confirm that they benefit significantly from their therapy sessions with Robert.
Robert Passman has a peaceful, accepting, non-judgmental nature that helps people relax and talk freely. Robert helps women and men of all ages experience healing, freedom, peace, confidence, and joy. With decades of experience in coaching and mentoring individuals, Robert listens carefully and collaborates. As a member of the clinical team led by licensed psychologist Dr. Michael Malone, Robert helps patients with evidence-based treatments like CBT, ERP for OCD, mindfulness, and CPT trauma therapy. Patients confirm that they benefit significantly from their therapy sessions with Robert.
Welcome to a space where you can finally take a breath. Life can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate the weight of it alone. Whether you're seeking to heal from the past, manage daily stress, or simply understand yourself better, I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore your story.
Welcome to a space where you can finally take a breath. Life can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate the weight of it alone. Whether you're seeking to heal from the past, manage daily stress, or simply understand yourself better, I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore your story.
"I Believe In Life On Life Terms" that mainly entailed the provision of counseling services to consumers of various ages in the homes/community reporting a history of trauma, abuse, economic poverty, homeless, lack of adult guidance, substance use that precipitated unhealthy learned behaviors to survive. The consumer’s needs were individualized based on the uniqueness of each personality and life dynamics. Within the therapeutic process and environment, the need was a genuine, safe environment of emotional support and acceptance towards desired changes.
"I Believe In Life On Life Terms" that mainly entailed the provision of counseling services to consumers of various ages in the homes/community reporting a history of trauma, abuse, economic poverty, homeless, lack of adult guidance, substance use that precipitated unhealthy learned behaviors to survive. The consumer’s needs were individualized based on the uniqueness of each personality and life dynamics. Within the therapeutic process and environment, the need was a genuine, safe environment of emotional support and acceptance towards desired changes.
I draw from many therapeutic orientations, including CBT, psychodynamic, humanistic, and schema therapy, among others, to create a personalized and YOU-centered approach.
Anxiety. Depression. Trauma. OCD. Marital discord. All relevant, all common, all necessary to address. However, one must remember who is hidden behind all the pain and struggle. YOU. Therapy affords the opportunity to peel away the layers and learn to understand yourself better. Therapy helps facilitate the healing of pain, the reduction of symptoms, and the triumph through the various struggles we all face in life. My therapeutic approach is designed to help you discover and understand you within your context and story, to then be able to better address the symptoms and barriers you are facing in life.
I draw from many therapeutic orientations, including CBT, psychodynamic, humanistic, and schema therapy, among others, to create a personalized and YOU-centered approach.
Anxiety. Depression. Trauma. OCD. Marital discord. All relevant, all common, all necessary to address. However, one must remember who is hidden behind all the pain and struggle. YOU. Therapy affords the opportunity to peel away the layers and learn to understand yourself better. Therapy helps facilitate the healing of pain, the reduction of symptoms, and the triumph through the various struggles we all face in life. My therapeutic approach is designed to help you discover and understand you within your context and story, to then be able to better address the symptoms and barriers you are facing in life.
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Schema Therapy
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognizing and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.