Psychoanalytic Therapists in Rockville, MD

Couple and family therapy can sometimes serve as an efficient and effective strategy to improve the wellness of the whole family system. Sometimes severe psychological distress and suffering is located within the couple or family, rather than solely within a given person as it may appear at times. I have built up a strong skill set to offer a particular form of couple and family therapy known as " psychoanalytic couple/family therapy" which zeroes in on the undercurrent, unconscious meanings for destructive, relationship patterns that are outside the awareness of the couple/family.

I facilitate personal healing, authentic self expression and emotional transformation through a collaborative relationship based on empathy and mutual respect. I have been a therapist for over 20 years and have extensive clinical experience. I use my training in trauma informed, IFS, psychodynamic and attachment perspectives to help transform early trauma and relationship with self and others, to deepen your connection to emotions and to parts of the self. I utilize IFS, AEDP and mindfulness to facilitate the healing of grief, loss, and relational traumatic wounds. I focus on self inquiry and connection of body, emotion and mind.

I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.

I specialize in treating young and middle aged adults who struggle with mental health concerns surrounding depression, anxiety, loneliness, peer/romantic relationships, self-esteem, & life-transition issues.

I seek to cultivate a collaborative, trusting, and explorative experience to work alongside you on your path to wholeness. My ideal client is ready to address stagnant behavior and unravel complex emotions. I understand that a well-established therapeutic alliance is imperative to successful outcomes. This is crucial in ensuring a safe and supportive environment to be vulnerable, open, and authentic. My training is oriented around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-styles, and Psychodynamic approach. I also integrate concepts from other frameworks to best suit your specific needs.

We can assist clients with healing based on trauma (including childhood, sexual, PTSD), grief, and other mental health issues through a holistic approach of treating mind, body and spirit. We help children, Adolescents and Adults with Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorders, Conduct/Disruptive/Impulse-Control Disorders Depressive Disorders, Eating and Feeding Disorders, Death and Survivor Grief, Mood Disorders, and Trauma Disorders.

Everyone experiences problems from time to time. We usually resolve life's daily challenges but sometimes they threaten to overwhelm us. Unresolved issues can affect us at home and interfere at work. Ignoring these situations usually makes them worse. Trying to resolve them on your own may only yield limited success. Professional help usually increases the chances for a positive outcome. At such times when you need support, I am available to help.

Do you find yourself sad, angry and negative too much of the time? Is your ability to communicate with your spouse broken? Are your children exhibiting negative behaviors that put your family in a state of chaos? Have you suffered a loss or a change that has created an imbalance at home? I can help you and the members of your family to understand the situations at hand and develop the strategies to put your lives back together again. Whether you are an individual, a couple, a parent of an adolescent or a family seeking therapy, I can help.

pregnancy, delivery and parenting stressors; difficult transitions; isolation; depression, anxiety; identity; guilt and/or shame; chronic illness; low self-esteem; and work stress are some of the issues I help clients process, resolve and gain coping skills for. I use trauma focused approaches, cognitive behavioral, person centered and solution focused therapy along with motivational interviewing to help clients decrease, manage or eliminate the frequency, intensity and duration of their symptoms. I create a safe for Latinx, BIPOC, AAPI, LGBTQ+ individuals to speak candidly.

Our focus is directed towards a client’s strengths. In today’s society it becomes Increasingly difficult to just “keep up”. We focus on the positive aspects to include client’s abilities, talents and resources that helped them achieve satisfaction. When feeling imbalanced or down on oneself it sometimes is difficult to recall or even identify the strengths that got you to a good place, that’s where We come in. We have been specifically trained on the Strengths Perspective and I have full belief in the clients capabilities. If you want to work with me I’m sure we can progress. This is a team effort. : ).

Are you having difficulty adjusting to the "new normal" of social distancing? While keeping us physically healthy, social distancing can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness. The stress of the current pandemic may also be worsening pre-existing problems such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. Children may also be misbehaving more and experiencing anxiety, and families quarantining together may be fighting more. If you are struggling financially due to the pandemic, we can help. As a non-profit therapy center, we accept a variety of insurance plans and offer sliding scales fees.

My ideal client is one who has psychological mindedness to seek help & attains mental stability & self-acceptance to overcome their distress. I have the privilege of working with a wide variety of clients (children, adolescents, and adults) in providing appropriate interventions, targeting recovery & progress. I provide specialized evidence-based intervention for clients diagnosed with anxiety (OCD, panic attacks & social anxiety), depression, grief, trauma and PTSD, addiction, schizophrenia, bipolar & personality disorders (BPD), Alzheimer's & dementia including caretaking burden of the family to improve their quality of life.

I have been fortunate to be able to work in a field I am passionate about, and having the opportunity to help people find positive growth in their lives. I've spent over 25 years working with adolescents in a variety of roles and settings. In recent years I have had the opportunity to turn my focus towards family therapy, and experience how rewarding it can be help families work through conflicts, making them stronger, more resilient, and unified. I also enjoy doing insight based work with adults who are experiencing conflicts or transitions in their lives, as well as working with couples to help strengthen their relationships.

Increased ability to regulate emotions; emotional resilience; improved ability to identify and manage trigger; reduction in irrational thoughts; decrease in the frequency, duration and intensity of symptoms are some of my clients' treatment outcomes. I use CBT, DBT, Solution & Trauma Focused therapies, reframing, mindfulness, validating statements, reflection of feeling and meaning and active listening. We'll explore and resolve the impact of the past current moods, thoughts, relationships, responses/reactions and more; moving you from making unintentional decisions to making more conscious and fulfilling choices.

Are you seeking to B-YourBest and experience peace, joy, contentment, and healing in your soul and in your life? I am honored to help you on your journey to experience transformative change. As a Christian Psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping people heal and transform into their best selves, from the inside out. I will partner with you to achieve mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual wholeness and wellness. I specialize in Christian psychotherapy (merging Biblical Principles and Scripture with Evidence-Based Interventions) to provide support as you identify and address daily life stressors and challenges.

TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. My ideal client is willing to be introspective. They may present with a wide array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, schizophrenia and adjustment and posttraumatic stress disorders, ADHD, substance and alcohol abuse, hoarding, LGBTQ+ related issues, sexual and physical trauma, relationship concerns and grief. Not only do my clients need validation and support, but they want to understand the function of their symptoms. My goal is to help clients make sense of their feelings and find ways to reduce their symptoms so that it does not interfere with their daily functioning.

I am more interested in what you are experiencing than anything I could tell you about myself. Generally, individuals come to therapy because they have reached a personal impasse and need the help of an outside perspective.