MultiPlan Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

Candace Pearson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Maryland and Ohio. Candace has 4 years of experience working with different populations, such as children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, race issues, woman issues, and many more. She completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology at Purdue University and her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wright State University.

For the past 4 decades plus, I have specialized in LGBTQ issues. I currently focus on gender identity issues and assist my transgender clients with navigating their often challenging journeys. As an "out" cisgender lesbian practitioner, I strive to help my LGBTQ clients travel from a place of shame to pride. Much of our work centers on self- esteem and the ways in which homophobia and transphobia impact so many areas of our lives-including family, career, and our intimate relationships. I love animals and also do veterinary counseling and consulting. My style is interactive and casual. I highly value your confidentiality.

Living with today's stresses it helps to connect with someone who listens and provides a new perspective. I am trained to treat people with anxiety, illness, grief, depression and relationship concerns.

My clients tell me that I am a down to earth, shock proof therapist who genuinely cares... I have been doing therapy for many years so I can tailor therapy to your individual needs.... I help reduce depression, anxiety, social isolation and teach skills to better handle life's stresses. We may take a cognitive behavioral approach or an arts based approach to improving the quality of your life.... Help is on the way! Please go to my website: www. ACaringPlace. info to see what clients are saying.

My passion is helping others to live their best and most productive lives. I strive to empower my clients to be their most authentic selves by learning to manage life stressors and to overcome past experiences. I work from an eclectic theoretical approach, using modalities such as CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness, to support clients to learn effective coping strategies and to build self-esteem. My role is to partner with clients to support positive growth and self-actualization. I work with individuals of all ages and their families to develop skills to successfully navigate life’s challenges.

Elba Rivas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Maryland who has over 6 years of experience providing quality mental health services to those seeking help in coping with family conflict, depression, anxiety, life changes/transitions, stress, all forms of abuse, self-exploration, or existential issues. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and completed her Master’s degree in Social Work program from the University of Maryland Baltimore.

Dr. Judith (Judy) Ann Upshaw is a licensed substance use therapist who specializes in the treatment of substance and behavioral abuse disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma. She practices individual, group, family, and couples therapists. Dr. Upshaw received a M. Ed. in Psycho-educational Processes from Temple University, and a Ed. D. in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. She takes an active person-centered approach to therapy and makes room for personal exploration, questioning, and collaborative problem solving.

At Re-New Psychological we are of the belief that you're doing the best you can with the tools that you have. We work to help you identify your strengths and your successes and identify areas of growth. Rather than highlighting pathology in your life, we help you develop new tools to overcome any roadblocks you have encountered. We bring clinical expertise to our work with you, but regard you as the expert on your life. You can expect that our work with you will be collaborative and goal-focused.

Mohammed Abdullah is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Supervisor. He has more than 20 years of experience working with clients of all ages to help them learn to better manage the effects of chronic stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger issues, behavioral disorders, academic-related stressors, dysfunctional relationships, family life difficulties, and men and women's issues.

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.

Magyarita Anderson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has over 30 years of professional experience working with adults and seniors who are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma, and more.

I believe that each person possesses an innate ability to heal. I consider it a privilege to work with my clients while they face transforming challenges. In my work, I customize my approach to each person, emphasizing individual strengths. My practice is holistic and I bring knowledge of alternative therapies, philosophical and spiritual approaches. With an emphasis on wellness and stress reduction, a client can achieve calm in order to focus on the problems at hand. I specialize in trauma, abuse and relationship issues, utilizing a blend of treatment approaches. I am trained in EMDR, mindfulness meditation and visualization techniques.

Anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD and ADHD which is related to pregnancy, delivery and parenting stressors; difficult transitions; isolation; identity; guilt and/or shame; chronic illness; low self-esteem; and work stress are my clinical focus. I help clients process, resolve and gain coping skills. I use trauma focused approaches, cognitive behavioral, person centered and solution focused therapy along with motivational interviewing.My approach is directive, structured, holistic and supports clients in developing more balanced and constructive ways to respond to stressors.

Individuals living with low self-esteem, health challenges, career stress, relationship and family-of-origin issues, grief and loss, identity/immigrant experiences, transitions, trauma, and anxiety and/or depression work with me to identify and implement strategies to manage or eliminate stress and distress. Through a process of identifying, understanding and evaluating emotional states, thinking and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns toward an increased sense of well-being and ability to thrive and function satisfactorily.

My clients are looking develop insight and gain skills to manage anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, young adulthood, ADHD, cultural identity, bipolar disorder, OCD tendencies, experiences, school/work stress, relationships, socializing and difficult transitions. We'll explore mood, early life experiences and relationships, culture and identity, transitions, family of origin. We'll identify triggers, understand how the past affects and informs the present, improve ability to regulate, and uncover patterns/trauma that impact you and implement new behavior patterns.

Cynthia Kohler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri who has 10 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults who struggle with the day to day life stressors. Cynthia completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. She believes that building a strong therapeutic relationship to help you work through issues like stress management, depression, anxiety, relationships, and many more will optimize how to get your life on the track you desire.

I work with young adults who are immigrants, navigating relationships, adjusting to transitions and students/working professionals. My client are going through life transitions, experiencing career stress, relationship, pressure, self worth, avoidance and procrastination, effects of trauma and identity challenges. We'll identify triggers; manage or resolve reactions related to PTSD, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression and more. We'll identify the psychological impact of past and current experiences and relationships on mood, behavior and thought patterns.I affirm BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent clients.

Family relationships, overwhelm, procrastination/avoidance, postpartum experiences, transitions, worry, school and work stress, sadness, immigrant experiences, self-doubt and trauma are some of the things I support individuals through. I provide space to process the psychological stress caused by interactions with people, places and systems that are demeaning, hostile, dismissive and insensitive to minority groups. My clients are able to improve distress tolerance; improve communication and relationships; ​develop assertiveness and autonomy; address family-of-origin challenges; adjust to life transitions; resolve trauma and more.