EMDR Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

Hi, I'm a clinical social worker licensed in Maryland. For over 20 years, I’ve worked with individuals of various ages, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, who have suffered from mild to severe mental health disorders. I have an eclectic and conversational treatment style. I believe treatment relies on strong therapeutic relationships. The aspect of my treatment that I believe consistently helps my clients to achieve their goals, is my ability to use humor, strength , transparency and kindness to make it safe for them to be honest and kind with themselves about problematic patterns of behavior and thought.

My clients are adults, usually midlife or older. They come to me for help with a variety of issues, including: life transitions, parenting, caregiving, or relationship difficulties, mental distress such as depression or anxiety, alcohol or drug problems, or a desire to resolve past traumas. I am comfortable and experienced with clients who want to strengthen their own spiritual resources in therapy and welcome diversity of all kinds.

If you found yourself in a struggle - I am here to help you be brave, cultivate strength, and find relief. Whether you are fighting an exhausting war with your loved one, the circumstances of your life feel unmanageable, or you are battling your own emotions. Maybe you are tired of fighting depression, or anxiety has you in tight grip. I am here to help you choose your battles, work out strategy and the best plan of action, find clear solutions and reach inner peace. Together, we’ll work towards emotional well-being, harmony and grace. We'll also celebrate and have fun along the way.

Is life just too hard? Have you tried everything that you know how to do and nothing helps to make things better? I have been trained to evaluate your situation and to empower you to change your life in ways that you hadn't thought possible. I have a master’s degree in counseling depth psychology, am certified in EMDR , and am a leader in a form of creative exploration called Interplay. My specialties are treating trauma, depression, anxiety, spiritual crises, and coaching to evoke creativity. I primarily work with individuals and groups.

I have had a lifetime of working w/all ages & types of people: physically, cognitively, developmentally & emotionally challenged children/ adolescents/adults & their loved ones; individuals struggling w/difficult life transitions & w/mood, trauma, abuse, loss, grief & relationship issues. I work from a strength-based perspective, w/respect for client self-determination, helping clients identify & achieve their goals & build their strengths. Together, we will therapeutically work to create & follow a plan for your success.

If you are new to therapy, reaching out for help is an act of courage and a demonstration of your inner strength and hope for a better tomorrow. If you are experienced with therapy, you have developed your lists of likes and dislikes based on your experiences in therapy. I know that therapy works from my own life's journey, and I have confidence therapy will work for you. Now the task is finding the right fit. I want to meet with you for a "no cost," 15 minute chat to see if I am a good fit for the situations in your life that are motivating you to seek help.

Are there aspects of your life that you are unhappy with? Are you feeling anxious, struggling to follow your dreams or having difficulties in your relationships with your partner, children, friends or colleagues? If so, therapy can be helpful to you! Therapy is a space to discuss your struggles with a neutral person who is not a part of your family or your friend. In therapy, we will work together to better understand your struggles. We will focus on building new skills to help you navigate difficult emotions or situations. We will also explore how past issues may be impacting you in the present.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN FEELING: Worried about future; Stressed about work; Discouraged and not motivated for life; Feeling I am not good enough; Feeling lost, loneliness, hopeless, and confused...WE WILL HELP YOU FEEL: Fulfilled life with purpose and joy; Ready for whatever life obstacles are ahead of you; Connected with the people who you are close to! You have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. We can help! Mindology is a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in treatment for Trauma, Substance Abuse and other mental/behavioral disorders, in order to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.

Available for in-person and telehealth appointments. Relationships with ourselves and others can be tough, and they often affect our daily lives. Recent or past traumas may intensify challenging feelings, and can lead to feeling stuck, confused, or overwhelmed. You are not alone! Collaborative therapy can help establish a sense of clarity, balance, joy, and hope. Our work together is meant to carry over into your daily life, and help you feel more secure, connected, and assertive. We will process and practice applying new skills into your life. I provide a safe space and support as you navigate your life journey.

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.

Accepting NEW Clients! The people I work with want to change the way they are feeling and relating to others. They struggle to cope with triggers, emotions or experiences day to day, and tend to judge themselves for this and its impact on their lives. Whether acute or chronic trauma, relationship issues or emotional challenges, I work with clients to process physical, emotional and mental symptoms that cause them to feel stuck, isolated and unworthy of healthy connections. Building on your strengths, we will work together towards an outcome of added joy, aliveness and connection to self and others.