Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

It is my hope that in working with individuals to better meet their own goals, I am able to help them to be happier and more productive individuals. I look forward to meeting with you and exploring the different options to changing your life. Over the past 19 years I have worked extensively with at risk adolescents and their families as well as adults struggling with depression & anxiety. Please take a look at my website for more information regarding my experience.

In journeying through your growth process, it's important that you select a therapist who you trust will meet you where you are, and hold space for you in a way that feels organic. I hope to offer you such. While I've been trained in many modalities, I'm 100% in support of eclectic therapy which rejects a "one-size-fits- all" approach. Therapy can mean something different to each person seeking support---and that's okay.

I specialize in working with individual adults and couples who are dealing with a variety of life-stressors and who are looking to make changes in their relationship with themselves and with others.

Your decision to evaluate therapists today is a strong sign change is underway. I work to help individual adults and teens, couples, and families navigate relationship difficulties, behavioral issues, and unresolved emotional needs. My office is a place where clients can speak openly about their hopes, needs, and fears - with warmth, care, and authentic feedback in return. Our work can treat symptoms of grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. Emotionally focused repair, cognitive insight, and concrete skills development can each play a role. My training emphasizes clients' experience in family, work, and other systems.

I am best described as a general practitioner for young adult and adult men and women's issues such as anxiety, stress, depression and mood difficulties, either ongoing or brought on by situational factors such as work place problems, family and couples issues, illness, accident, death in the family or other unforeseen life changes. I see young adult males with depression, anxiety, relationship, substance abuse or alcohol problems.

I think it's very important to find a therapist who is a GOOD FIT for you with your unique needs. While I think psychodynamically, which means that I focus on helping my clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, I tend to be pragmatic and problem solving. My style is professional, yet relaxed and I'm appreciated for being both compassionate and having a sense of humor in my work. I see my patients in individual psychotherapy and very frequently in group therapy as well. Please note that I am only accepting new patients for group therapy.

At times, we do not realize the meaning of events that may have affected our lives in powerful ways. Therapy offers an opportunity to talk about ourselves and about our difficulties or distress in a manner that allows us to understand the meaning of what we have experienced and what is happening to us. Why are things not going my way? Why I’m feeling so anxious or so sad? Why do I behave like this or keep doing the same things? What should I do? Is this who I am or what I want in life?

Mautez Bethel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) working to use her experience to help address challenges faced. Mautez’s specializations include trauma, depression, grief and loss, anxiety, life transitions, emotion management, coping skills, and self regulation. Mautez completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science at Pennsylvania State University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marymount University. Mautez has been able to use all of her experiences to help create a safe and relatable space in the therapy room.

I imagine you’re looking for a therapist because there are things about your life you want to change. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stressed. Or you want to communicate better in your relationship. Or you need help with a big life transition. Or you want to enjoy life more. I will help you find the root causes of the patterns and behaviors that get in the way of living the life you want. Once those root causes are addressed, you’ll be able to make choices to help achieve your goals and uncover your true potential.

Traumatic and stressful life experiences have made it challenging for you to live life the way that you want. You find yourself struggling with thoughts such as, " I'm not good enough", "I'm a failure", or the feeling "something is wrong with me". You have struggled with anxiety or depression for as long as you can remember. Living this way is exhausting, and you want something different. Traditional talk therapy can be helpful, but sometimes it's not enough. Brain- and body-based therapies, such as Somatic Experiencing, Brainspotting, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can be helpful.

You’ve had issues with anxiety or depression for as long as you can remember. You’ve worked so hard at overcoming your issues in the past and you fear that if you let yourself fully feel your sadness and anxiety, you won't be able to recover. Your family has told you that you are too dramatic, and this has caused you to not want to share your negative feelings with others. You worry that they may grow tired of your negativity. You need an outlet to talk through your feelings, but you can’t bring yourself to go to yourself to your friends and family again. Things could be worse, but you know life could also be so much better!

I am of South Asian descent and open to clients of all backgrounds. However, I know there is a great need for therapy in South Asian communities. I grew up witnessing how harmful stigma can be surrounding mental health. I am an avid believer that everyone is entitled to therapy. We can work together in your journey of healing! You do not have to suffer alone nor feel shameful about it. I strive to create a space that is warm and inviting.