Therapists in North Potomac, MD

Are you experiencing a reproductive issue (like infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, pregnancy loss, parenting challenges) that is affecting you emotionally? Are you trying to be strong on the outside, but inside you feel like you are falling apart? Maybe you are pregnant or had a baby recently and just don't feel like yourself? Or getting pregnant is harder than you expected it to be? Have you tried talking to family or friends but no one understands? I understand. You don't have to do this alone any more. Working together, we will help you feel better. There is hope.
Are you experiencing a reproductive issue (like infertility, pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, pregnancy loss, parenting challenges) that is affecting you emotionally? Are you trying to be strong on the outside, but inside you feel like you are falling apart? Maybe you are pregnant or had a baby recently and just don't feel like yourself? Or getting pregnant is harder than you expected it to be? Have you tried talking to family or friends but no one understands? I understand. You don't have to do this alone any more. Working together, we will help you feel better. There is hope.

It is imperative for me to provide my clients with a warm, safe, and comfortable therapeutic space in which they will be invited to share, explore, and grow. Building a healthy collaborative relationship with my clients provides a foundation for our work together. I not only seek to alleviate symptoms and foster self-understanding, but I also encourage my clients to learn from their symptoms. I have found that increasing one's sense of awareness and balance can be helpful in many situations. At the same time, I do my best to meet clients where they are in their lives and work at their pace.
It is imperative for me to provide my clients with a warm, safe, and comfortable therapeutic space in which they will be invited to share, explore, and grow. Building a healthy collaborative relationship with my clients provides a foundation for our work together. I not only seek to alleviate symptoms and foster self-understanding, but I also encourage my clients to learn from their symptoms. I have found that increasing one's sense of awareness and balance can be helpful in many situations. At the same time, I do my best to meet clients where they are in their lives and work at their pace.

Suzanne Lavoie Dell'Orfano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
North Potomac, MD 20878
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety and/or sadness after the birth of your child? Are you struggling with your identity after becoming a mom? Do you feel like you are suffering in silence because you are afraid to share your thoughts with others? You are not alone and I am here to help. I work with women experiencing difficulties related to postpartum depression and anxiety and the feelings of isolation that go along with it. In addition, I work with women experiencing life transitions. I have a strengths based approach to working with individuals and I will work with you toward the best outcomes.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety and/or sadness after the birth of your child? Are you struggling with your identity after becoming a mom? Do you feel like you are suffering in silence because you are afraid to share your thoughts with others? You are not alone and I am here to help. I work with women experiencing difficulties related to postpartum depression and anxiety and the feelings of isolation that go along with it. In addition, I work with women experiencing life transitions. I have a strengths based approach to working with individuals and I will work with you toward the best outcomes.

Is this the life you imagined you'd have? Do you suffer from depression, loneliness, anxiety, relationship or self-esteem problems, work or family difficulties? I work with adults going through transitions and with people who would like to understand how their past affects them today.
Is this the life you imagined you'd have? Do you suffer from depression, loneliness, anxiety, relationship or self-esteem problems, work or family difficulties? I work with adults going through transitions and with people who would like to understand how their past affects them today.

I see my work with people as helping them to live happier and more
fulfilling lives. Because we are all different, my services are highly individualized and I do not have a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
I take a collaborative approach to working with you. Together, we will first understand your issues and then find better ways of coping, by learning and practicing skills that will allow you to make long-term changes in your life.
I see my work with people as helping them to live happier and more
fulfilling lives. Because we are all different, my services are highly individualized and I do not have a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
I take a collaborative approach to working with you. Together, we will first understand your issues and then find better ways of coping, by learning and practicing skills that will allow you to make long-term changes in your life.

New Chapter Counseling:Adult &Senior Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
North Potomac, MD 20878
As a clinician , I try to create a supportive, safe and collaborative environment for my clients to improve their strengths ,widen their resources and create usable coping skills to help navigate their current challenges. I have extra training in the treatment of aging, anxiety, depression, trauma, senior and elder care issues, grief and loss
As a clinician , I try to create a supportive, safe and collaborative environment for my clients to improve their strengths ,widen their resources and create usable coping skills to help navigate their current challenges. I have extra training in the treatment of aging, anxiety, depression, trauma, senior and elder care issues, grief and loss

Are you a teenager/young adult who struggles with cultural and racial identity due to immigration, parental or familial immigration, or international/inter-racial adoption? Perhaps you are struggling to identify with the culture you are surrounded by and not the one your parents grew up in. Or are you an older teen or adult of any age with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger?
Because education is power, we will lean on psycho-educational information and focus on other personal tools to help you learn new ways of relating with, changing, or living along side your struggles. Hope comes from willingness to change and grow!
Are you a teenager/young adult who struggles with cultural and racial identity due to immigration, parental or familial immigration, or international/inter-racial adoption? Perhaps you are struggling to identify with the culture you are surrounded by and not the one your parents grew up in. Or are you an older teen or adult of any age with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger?
Because education is power, we will lean on psycho-educational information and focus on other personal tools to help you learn new ways of relating with, changing, or living along side your struggles. Hope comes from willingness to change and grow!

Are you interested in therapy that gets you off of the couch or out of the office? Do you want to actively participate in your growth? Reflect In Motion therapy is a great tool for this! I offer a wellness model that combines traditional talk therapy with walking in the outdoors. Evidence-based research has confirmed that this combination can help you open up more quickly and comfortably, increase your energy, sharpen your focus and concentration, positively change your mood and behavior, and help you cope with daily life stressors. Being in nature calms the mind and promotes feelings of peacefulness and tranquility.
Are you interested in therapy that gets you off of the couch or out of the office? Do you want to actively participate in your growth? Reflect In Motion therapy is a great tool for this! I offer a wellness model that combines traditional talk therapy with walking in the outdoors. Evidence-based research has confirmed that this combination can help you open up more quickly and comfortably, increase your energy, sharpen your focus and concentration, positively change your mood and behavior, and help you cope with daily life stressors. Being in nature calms the mind and promotes feelings of peacefulness and tranquility.

I am a compassionate psychotherapist and educational consultant with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma. I guide clients toward hope and healing while understanding the long-term effects of trauma, including abuse and childhood neglect.
I am a compassionate psychotherapist and educational consultant with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma. I guide clients toward hope and healing while understanding the long-term effects of trauma, including abuse and childhood neglect.

I describe my style as gentle, yet honest. I use techniques that are well studied and effective in bringing about desired changes. I bring over two decades of education and experience and offer a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental place to deal with challenges. I especially love working with couples and am certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy.
I describe my style as gentle, yet honest. I use techniques that are well studied and effective in bringing about desired changes. I bring over two decades of education and experience and offer a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental place to deal with challenges. I especially love working with couples and am certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy.

I understand that there are many things in life that influence us and take a toll on our emotional well-being. I believe that with effective support, guidance and understanding, you have the ability to not only find the answers to your problems, but the strength to make positive changes in your life. Expressive Therapy Center offers a family-focused and individualized approach that is unique to each client and his or her family's needs.
I understand that there are many things in life that influence us and take a toll on our emotional well-being. I believe that with effective support, guidance and understanding, you have the ability to not only find the answers to your problems, but the strength to make positive changes in your life. Expressive Therapy Center offers a family-focused and individualized approach that is unique to each client and his or her family's needs.

I work with anyone who is experiencing a wide range of social and emotional difficulties including sadness, anxiety, phobias, family and life transitions and friendships. I provide individual therapy, family therapy and parent coaching in a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to address individual needs and concerns. In addition, I provide support and guidance in promoting additional understanding of family dynamics and facilitating a better channel of communication between family members. I enjoy working collaboratively with families to find unique ways to help their children or themselves to progress and heal.
I work with anyone who is experiencing a wide range of social and emotional difficulties including sadness, anxiety, phobias, family and life transitions and friendships. I provide individual therapy, family therapy and parent coaching in a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to address individual needs and concerns. In addition, I provide support and guidance in promoting additional understanding of family dynamics and facilitating a better channel of communication between family members. I enjoy working collaboratively with families to find unique ways to help their children or themselves to progress and heal.

I take an eclectic approach when working with a diversity of clients who primarily experience anxiety disorders, relationship challenges, and depression. Likewise, I implement creative strategies to help my clients achieve their goals through assigned work outside of the office.
I take an eclectic approach when working with a diversity of clients who primarily experience anxiety disorders, relationship challenges, and depression. Likewise, I implement creative strategies to help my clients achieve their goals through assigned work outside of the office.

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.
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.

Are you a high-achieving woman balancing a demanding career, motherhood, or the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, or chronic illness? You don’t have to navigate it alone. Many of the women I work with in Maryland come to me feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck—and they leave feeling supported, empowered, and more in control of their well-being. Whether you're facing burnout, perfectionism, or the emotional impact of autoimmune issues, therapy can help you find clarity, energy, and renewed confidence.
Are you a high-achieving woman balancing a demanding career, motherhood, or the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, or chronic illness? You don’t have to navigate it alone. Many of the women I work with in Maryland come to me feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck—and they leave feeling supported, empowered, and more in control of their well-being. Whether you're facing burnout, perfectionism, or the emotional impact of autoimmune issues, therapy can help you find clarity, energy, and renewed confidence.

My passion is providing therapy and supporting people experiencing a wide array of difficulties, ranging from physical and mental health struggles, to social and environmental deficits. I recently served as a crisis counselor for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, where I held space for people of all walks of life struggling with suicide and mental health crises. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and young, middle, and older adults across a wide array of identities and life difficulties, including depression, anxiety, suicide, trauma, psychosis, relationship issues, and grief and loss.
My passion is providing therapy and supporting people experiencing a wide array of difficulties, ranging from physical and mental health struggles, to social and environmental deficits. I recently served as a crisis counselor for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, where I held space for people of all walks of life struggling with suicide and mental health crises. I have experience in working with children, adolescents, and young, middle, and older adults across a wide array of identities and life difficulties, including depression, anxiety, suicide, trauma, psychosis, relationship issues, and grief and loss.

Raymond McLaughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, NBCCH
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
We started our company, ABC Therapeutic Solutions, with the goal of providing the best quality evidenced based therapy possible. Dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, impulsivity, family or relationship conflict and other mental health symptoms, can have a serious impact on your health. Our mission is to approach treatment from a total health perspective to help you find a balance that meets your emotional, psychological and physical needs.
We started our company, ABC Therapeutic Solutions, with the goal of providing the best quality evidenced based therapy possible. Dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, impulsivity, family or relationship conflict and other mental health symptoms, can have a serious impact on your health. Our mission is to approach treatment from a total health perspective to help you find a balance that meets your emotional, psychological and physical needs.

I am excited to meet you! I am a Licensed South Asian Therapist w/ 15 yrs of experience working w/ individuals from various cultures struggling w/ stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce, grief, and more. I work w/ teens, adults and families. I specialize in working w/ clients specifically struggling w/ shame, guilt or perfectionism that often trigger feelings of inadequacy and increase self doubt. I teach and help clients to practice self-compassion to counter shame and self-criticism. I am also a mother to two pre-teen boys and enjoy working w/ both teens and parents to help repair and strengthen the bond between them.
I am excited to meet you! I am a Licensed South Asian Therapist w/ 15 yrs of experience working w/ individuals from various cultures struggling w/ stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce, grief, and more. I work w/ teens, adults and families. I specialize in working w/ clients specifically struggling w/ shame, guilt or perfectionism that often trigger feelings of inadequacy and increase self doubt. I teach and help clients to practice self-compassion to counter shame and self-criticism. I am also a mother to two pre-teen boys and enjoy working w/ both teens and parents to help repair and strengthen the bond between them.

My ideal client is one who wants to make a change, or to accept what cannot change, and is willing to look at their ways of thinking, behaving, and relating to others in order to do so. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents to address mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
My ideal client is one who wants to make a change, or to accept what cannot change, and is willing to look at their ways of thinking, behaving, and relating to others in order to do so. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents to address mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

We might face life circumstances that seem impossible to cope with. Trusting that you can bounce back and move on can be quite a challenge during such times, but is for sure possible. I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients who have dared to hope, to seek help, and take charge of their life to create a better future. I have worked with individuals of different ages (adolescents, adults and seniors) with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
We might face life circumstances that seem impossible to cope with. Trusting that you can bounce back and move on can be quite a challenge during such times, but is for sure possible. I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients who have dared to hope, to seek help, and take charge of their life to create a better future. I have worked with individuals of different ages (adolescents, adults and seniors) with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in North Potomac, MD
70+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in North Potomac, MD who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
95% | Depression |
91% | Relationship Issues |
81% | Self Esteem |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Coping Skills |
70% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
17 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
87% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
84% | CareFirst |
75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in North Potomac, MD see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
87% | Female | |
13% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in North Potomac?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.