Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD
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Dr. Brian A Sharpless
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist (PhD) trained at Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania. Though I work with a number of problems, I specialize in personality and
sleep
disorders. I conduct assessments in these areas as well. I also work with more unusual and rare psychological conditions and problems that have may be difficult to change. A large portion of my practice is also devoted to providing clinical supervision and therapy to other therapists and doctoral students. Through my PSYPACT membership I have the ability to work with people in 33 states.
Adam M. Epstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I've treated hundreds of service members with combat stress issues (including PTSD and TBI) who suffer from
sleep
issues, irritability, anxiety, depression and interpersonal difficulties.
Hello, I have practiced as a Clinical Psychologist for the past 20 years. I have extensive training and experience working with senior citizens who experience depression, anxiety, physical health issues, and grief/loss. My other specialty area is working with active duty service members of all branches and military veterans.
Not accepting new clients
Jennifer Bugg Wright
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Let's focus on your strengths to create the life you want to be living! No matter what ails you: anxiety, depression, grief, trauma... even simpler things, such as relationships, work stress, or finding a more meaningful life... I can provide education, emotional skills, coping strategies, and a compassionate ear. As a CBT and ACT therapist, I use therapy and skill building, looking at the interplay between our beliefs and ideas, our experiences and environment, and our values and choices in life. I also address biopsychological concerns such as
sleep
, neuropsychological functioning, breathing, and fight or flight responses.
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.
Micah Brady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CTC, CCATP, CATP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
*Currently have limited in person and virtual openings* I am easy to talk to and believe in collaborative and evidence-based treatment.
Brandon Jackson-Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Brandon is a mental health therapist passionate about helping community members fulfill their mental wellness goals. Brandon’s clinical experiences are extensive & include work as a psychiatric technician helping youth survivors of sexual trauma, an event coordinator, vocational trainer, & life skills coordinator for the Latin American Youth Center, as well as social worker & program manager for a semi-independent living program in PG County, Maryland. He concentrated his education in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Motivational Interviewing (MI), which he integrates in therapy.
Madeline Hays Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling stuck and wanting to make a shift to find more happiness and contentment? Seeking help can be challenging, yet so important for healing. Sometimes life gently encourages us to step into change and other times it can be forceful in its approach. I am here to walk along side you through your journey, supporting you by highlighting your strengths and working with you to find the best path towards healing. I am a compassionate, warm, genuine, and caring professional who honors the entire spectrum of human experience. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and authentic therapeutic relationship to support healing.
Anna Kozitzky
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
If you're looking for a safe, secure outlet for sharing your thoughts, experiences and beliefs where you will be believed without blame, bias or judgment, counseling can help. If you want support in managing your anxiety, dealing with your relationships or addressing past issues, I am so glad you reached out. You deserve support. If you have experienced situations in your life that have left you shaken, unsettled, or may be impacting how you currently feel about yourself and others, counseling can help you find your self. While I have a specialty in trauma, I am a firm believer that anyone can benefit from therapy if they want it.
Jill Abramson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you anxious, on edge or worrying all the time? Often anxiety and stress can be difficult to manage. It can seem like each day is a race of to-do lists or may be it is difficult to get anything done some weeks. If you feel like you are not good enough, let us help you start to feel better. With support and guidance from a caring therapist, you can start to worry less, feel better and more at peace with yourself, create more fulfilling relationships with others and really begin to enjoy your life.
Arvin Sanders
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified
Verified
Do you ever feel like no one really listens to you or understands you? Are you a person of color or a part of the LGBTQIA+ community and feel discriminated against or rejected? Life comes with many challenges and while you may try your hardest to beat those challenges but sometimes you need a little help. So how can I help? My goal is to assist you with self-discovery, self-healing, and empowerment to face life head-on. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents with of various racial identities and/or sexual identities.
Janice N. Vassallo, MA, LCPC, NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to address your problem and make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, healing environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
Hernan Alvarez Cordano
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, BICBT-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Currently Accepting New Clients! Hernan Alvarez Cordano, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Dialectic Behavioral (DBT) Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist, & Beck Institute Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist. In his therapeutic service, Hernan uses an eclectic approach integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), existential-humanistic therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, & philosophical & theological aspects to treatment.
Sandra Rublee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LISW
Verified
Verified
Hi, I am Sandra and a clinical social worker licensed in Maryland, and District of Columbia. I am the founder of Therapy for Solutions which is a private practice offering compassionate and scientifically proven therapies for a wide range of psychological problems like anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, and life transition issues for adults. In addition, I have specialized in treating eating disorders for children, adolescents, and adults. I am also certified in a special treatment called Maudsley Family Based Treatment (FBT) which aims to empower parents and caregivers to support their child in recovery.
Cindy W Styles
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
If you are looking for a therapist who is a calm presence and can help you sort out your current life situation, you may have found the right person. I am someone who is "in the moment" with clients, attending to what they need now and eventually challenging them to look at past patterns of thoughts and behaviors to gain insight into making changes that will help them achieve their goals in life. This is done in collaboration with my clients and at a comfortable pace for them.
Michelle Rizk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In person sessions are available at office location! Whether you are coming to therapy for additional support, trying to decrease presenting symptoms, want to work through life's daily challenges or a recent life transition, or process experienced trauma, I enjoy working with clients to meet their needs. My approach is genuine, direct, and warm with some humor to build connections and work with clients collaboratively.
Karen E Sherwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Curious about your complex challenges? Feeling cut off from your full capability? I’m interested in helping you uncover what you’re not able to see on your own. I’m highly trained as both a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst and I can help you live more freely. The collaborative process of therapeutic change is fascinating, containing and transforming. I’m fortunate and grateful to help people learn and grow. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. I value uniqueness and diversity. Contact me to see if we could be a good fit.
Tamar Barnett
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
If you experience frequent stress and anxiety in your everyday life, you are not alone. Worrying and feeling overwhelmed can leave you feeling exhausted. If you are tired of feeling this way, counseling can help. I will work to understand your needs and to support you, guiding you towards living with more calmness and connection in your relationships. Prioritizing a nurturing and warm environment in the therapy sessions, we can work collaboratively to help you to access your strengths, and to cultivate more self-compassion and greater self-awareness. Our work together can help you to feel more at ease with yourself.
Dr. Leda Kaveh
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr. Kaveh is the owner/director of Washington Psychological Wellness. Dr. Kaveh is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor & compassion to the practice. She works to inspire change, create greater self-awareness & improve one's life. She provides a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling & being. Her aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of your problems, provide strategies to help you cope & empower you to trust your inner voice & live each day authentically.
Natalie Osoria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Heidi Vanderwalde
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a therapist of more than 20 years, I have worked with individuals from all backgrounds & stages of life to help achieve their goals & experience more personal fulfillment. I have provided treatment to individuals anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, & trauma. Since the link between stress and the impact upon the body has been well documented, I incorporate mind-body techniques such as meditation, imagery and other stress management strategies into my practice. I operate from a strength-based perspective to move clients forward toward resolving issues. I listen attentively and customize the therapy to the unique needs of the individual.
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Sleep or Insomnia Therapists
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.