Female Therapists in Kensington, MD
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Mary Cadden
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
As a cognitive-behavioral and integrative therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. I am a
woman
of faith, grounded in Christian principles. I work with adults (individuals and groups) of many faith traditions and am respectful to all.
Claire J. Engers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I work with individuals and couples facing challenges associated with life changes and crises and those exploring new ways of dealing with old patterns. I have a specific interest in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, relationship issues and illness. I also work with
women
with postpartum depression and counsel around parenting issues.
I believe that people have a great capacity to change and grow. We work together to access strengths and identify patterns of coping that may no longer be productive. My style is interactive, supportive and collaborative.
Not accepting new clients
Jennifer Finn
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I work particularly well with
women
, teens and familial issues.
If you or a family member is struggling in life, with anything, I believe that finding your counselor should be the least stressful part about your journey. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and I have been working in the field of counseling for eighteen years. I have worked with many issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, or everyday relationships that are in need of healing. I will always work with you, your child or your significant other to help you get to the place that you need to be therapeutically. I provide an empathetic, confidential and most importantly a non-judgmental space.
Kendra Woolstenhulme
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, CCLS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specializes in couple therapy, physical and emotional intimacy issues, infidelity, and
female
sexual dysfunction.
There are times in our lives when we just can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. We often feel overwhelmed in our relationships, not knowing what to do to make them better. As your therapist, I can be there to provide compassion, insight, and suggestions that can help you move in the direction you want to go. I believe that therapy can help individuals, couples, and families develop the skills needed to help you achieve your goals.
Roxanna S Losada Radley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
A clinical psychotherapist for over 30 years, I work extensively with individuals, couples, and families treating depression, anxiety, grief, and other emotional stressors. I have broad experience working with familial issues (e.g., balancing relationships, family, career, etc.) and specialize in couples and
women
facing critical decisions in their lives. This includes natural life transitions such as marriage, pregnancy, and menopause. Many of my clients come from or work in multicultural environments, and I help them to address many of the challenges that arise from living in another culture. [I am bilingual (Spanish/English)]
Jennifer Heaton
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
We all have areas of our lives in which we thrive as well as those which leave us feeling blue, depressed, frustrated, worried or anxious. Whether you are grieving a loss, experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling through transitions in life, battling an addiction or just feeling generally stuck in the mud, I provide a warm, safe place where you can be heard, validated and supported. I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.
Not accepting new clients
Janie Scholom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSN, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 35 years, using a mind-body approach to help people understand and resolve their concerns, and live their lives to the fullest. I specialize in trauma, including medically related, emotional, physical and sexual abuse and those difficult to manage situations that continue to haunt us despite our best efforts.I also specialize in eating disorders. I find Somatic Experiencing and EMDR to be highly effective with both eating disorders and trauma.
Waitlist for new clients
Naomi Karp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Naomi Karp (she/her) is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) practicing in Maryland with licenses in both Maryland and Washington, DC. Naomi is committed to developing a trusting therapeutic relationship and providing a safe space for people to be themselves and engage with challenging and emotionally charged topics. She is known for her warm demeanor and thoughtfulness, which she strives to bring to every encounter. Naomi believes in the power of play and incorporating playfulness into life, as well as the capacity we all have to develop and change.
Betty DeBerry-Sumner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DDS, MPH, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Living a life of peace, free from chaos and dis-ease is what most people strive for. But often we are confronted with anxiety, depression, mood shifts, trauma, stress, anger, grief, isolation, etc. My goal is to help you to restore health and well-being. There are some circumstances of the past that cannot be changed but improving your understanding of past events will help as we work together to create a better present (the here and now), that will lead to a better future.
Tiffani Stevenson Lloyd & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LCMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I am a warm, supportive, and enthusiastic therapist ready to help you heal and overcome your challenges. I have extensive experience helping couples with various issues in all stages of life. Issues include concerns about commitment, communication, trust, intimacy, sex, mental/physical illness, parenting, infidelity, infertility, grief/loss, etc. I also love helping individuals who are struggling with any moods, behaviors, or thoughts that are a burden and difficult to manage alone. I am also the owner of Tiffani Stevenson Lloyd & Associates. We are a group of highly skilled mental health therapists ready to help.
Sarah Charmchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the DMV area and the owner/director of Serenity Psychotherapy Group, LLC. Your well-being is my utmost priority, and I am here to support you on your therapeutic journey. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or other life traumas or transitions, I deeply understand the vulnerability and courage that comes with seeking therapy, and I value the trust you place in me as your ally. Together, I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and safe space where you can explore, gain insight, and grow.
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Vickye Hayter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, RN, LCMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Often we wait until we have exhausted every measure before we seek professional help. You can start on your journey to healing, reconciliation, peace, and joy today. I believe that in times of adversity and struggle, we have the greatest potential for growth. It is often hard to see clearly how the difficulties we face will lead to positive changes, so instead we lose our way and get stuck in places of frustration, despair, and resentment. The change process is a journey-sometimes long and at times short. It is a process that gives us the opportunity to discover new ways of approaching our circumstances.
Katrin I. Kutlucinar
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You need to talk to someone. You're in a stressful place in your life. Not only is your desire for clarity and comfort at its peak but your need to find the right therapist is a leap of faith. Seeing me, you may find our sessions to be empowering, challenging, yet comfortable, and at times humorous. You can become energized by the unfolding of your story, gaining new insights into your thoughts and feelings that are no longer working for you. Are you having difficulties adjusting to life with a mental health disorder or struggling to make sense of a traumatic experience?
Paula Catalan Lcpc Pat
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CP, PAT
Verified
Verified
At 3Elements Counseling,LLC we work with individual, and families. We understand the challenges of multicultural families. Families that due to work or personal circumstances had to move and leave people and things behind. Families and individuals that beside dealing with their own individual patterns of anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin, trauma, and child rearing challenges have to adjust to a new culture, a new country and a new rhythm of life.
Ann Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MDiv, BCN
Verified
Verified
Life is full of challenges, and some of them feel overwhelming and even impossible. This may be one of the hardest periods of your life or in the life of a child you love. PRHP supports individuals, parents, adolescents, and children in finding healing and greater functioning through mind and body therapies. Together we can work to find healing, deeper understanding and greater functionality for you and those you love. You do not have to go through this time alone. Reach out and find the support you need to heal.
Waitlist for new clients
Mosaic Therapy Services
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
As a person experiencing anxiety, a stressful life transition, overwhelming emotions or symptoms of trauma, you are motivated to feel good again and reclaim your life. You’ve tried to fix it on your own, but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. You’re worried things might get worse, or maybe they already have. You know healing is possible, but it seems out of reach. Choosing to start, or restart therapy can be scary! You want to make sure you select the right person who you can really connect with and feel confident has the expertise to help.
Grace C Riddell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MEd
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
When we work together, clients are offered a safe and healing environment to facilitate change and problem solving. You will learn a number of excellent skills to help you better communicate with yourself and others, finding your own voice and evolving into the best version of yourself through the process of change.
Deborah Austin
Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Drawing from extensive experience, I strive to assist my clients in identifying and improving in the areas of their lives where they are struggling. My specialties include anxiety, depression, anger management, communication skills, establishing/building relationships and problem solving. I provide individual therapy to adults ages 18 and over. I offer tele-health video sessions. I accept CareFirst BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna & Cigna EAP, Johns Hopkins Healthcare, UHC, Aetna & Aetna EAP and Magellan insurances. Information updated 1/13/2023.
Molly R. Zametkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
If you're reading this you've already taken the first step towards healing. As a social worker I specialize in a systems approach to integrative healing, trauma care, and the mind-body connection. My background in health research drives me to take a methodical, evidenced-based approach to assessment, treatment planning, and individualizing therapy based on your unique needs. I work with pre-teens, adolescents, young adults, and adults of all races, genders, religions, and ability. I offer in-depth needs assessments, EMDR, individual therapy, family therapy, group education, and supervision for social workers and counselors in MD.
Barrie Krellen Gochman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I have over 20 years of clinical experience as an LCSW-C providing psychotherapy to older children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families. In addition, I have 2 years of post graduate training from the Washington School of Psychiatry. My theoretical orientation is primarily psychodynamic, but I also utilize cognitive/behavioral theory and other theoretical models, depending on my client's needs. I provide a safe and caring environment that allows clients to explore their issues. I specialize in treating mood and anxiety disorders, life stressors and transitions, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, as well as developing healthy lifestyle choices and coping mechanisms.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.