Sexual Abuse Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

Is emotional baggage weighing you down? Traumatic events are usually the source of depression, anxiety, anger and weight issues. Overcome your pain from past child abuse, sexual assault , emotional neglect, abandonment, divorce, or other maltreatment. My Trauma Relief Program effectively heals my clients' emotional wounds. This gentle process can effectively help you to relieve the burden of your emotional distress and leave the past behind you. Your pain will be deeply understood, and gently released. Depression, anxiety and anger lift. You will be able to move forward in your work and personal life as you will have gained emotional freedom,

In my 20 years of clinical, academic, and advocacy experience, I have worked with clients who present with a wide range of issues. I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy). I have advanced training in both trauma treatment and couples therapy, which uniquely positions me to treat couples where one or both partners have a trauma history.

I work with adolescents, adults, families, and trauma survivors. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and feelings of low self worth and the stress that it brings to everyday life. I am dedicated to the care of trauma survivors stemming from abuse, assault , or family crises. My goal is to provide individuals with a set of useful tools to cope with these difficulties as they navigate their day to day life. It is not easy to step forward and ask for help but Resiliency Group is a warm and accepting environment where people can heal in order to build inner strength and resilience.

Is emotional baggage weighing you down? Traumatic events are usually the source of depression, anxiety, anger and weight issues. Overcome your pain from past child abuse, sexual assault , emotional neglect, abandonment, divorce, or other maltreatment. My Trauma Relief Program effectively heals my clients' emotional wounds. This gentle process can effectively help you to relieve the burden of your emotional distress, and leave the past behind you. Your pain will be deeply understood, and gently released. Depression, anxiety and anger lift. As you gain emotional freedom, you will be able to move forward in your work and personal life.

***Email is the best way to reach me*** Sorting through therapists can be overwhelming, and finding the right fit is so important. I want my potential clients to know that I think of counseling/psychotherapy as a collaborative journey of discovery, healing, and connection. If we work together, my goal will be to support you in accessing and utilizing your inherent strengths and resilience, while helping you to identify and resolve obstacles interfering with life-satisfaction. Through this process, my clients discover increased wellbeing and purpose in their lives, as well as transformation in their relationships.

TELETHERAPY AND In-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to understand her past, seeing how it impacts the present and deciding how to improve her future. I like to work with families and couples to improve communication. I have extensive experience in assessing and treating psychiatric issues with adolescents.

I have two decades of experience working with people affected by trauma and assault , childhood abuse, PTSD, loss and grief, LGBTQ+ issues, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and other mood disorders. I enjoy working with adults of all ages who are in life transitions or who may feel stuck as they try to move forward professionally or in their personal relationships. My clients are a rich mix of all races, cultures, ages, genders/sexual identities and religions. I am personally aware of the multicultural social and relational issues that many face. In the end, what we all want is to find happiness in our lives.

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.

Are you plagued by loneliness? As a therapist who has treated trauma, attachment, religious trauma, recovery from emotionally immature parents, and much more, I have found that what is missing for most people in their healing journey is connection and community. We can come to therapy, take the right cocktail of medications, and still go home lonely and isolated. What if you were able to gather with a handful of people regularly with the intention of deeper connection and community formation? How might that change how you feel about your life and your future? I would bet that even thinking about this stirs in you an aspect of hope.

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.

Seen. Heard. Treasured. Our specialty is helping survivors of complex trauma whether it is sexual, military, domestic violence, or bullying. Because we know that trauma lodges itself somewhere in the body, R1:99 offers sensorimotor and expressive therapies such as art, music, drama, and movement in addition to psychotherapy.

She believes that every client is unique in their own way and that each person’s story is different. This is the catalyst behind her coaching methodology. Using targeted strategies and personalized coaching approaches, she works with couples and individuals to help them transition from victim to victor. Dr. Howard helps clients face their past trauma by uncovering and resolving the root issue, assess desired outcomes, and implement a plan of action that leads them toward living a more optimal life experience.

It is my belief that people possess strength and inner wisdom which leads them to identify solutions in their lives. Trauma, stress, and other problems sometimes get in the way of coping with life’s demands. As challenges arise so does the need for support. As a therapist my goal is to help people live a more fulfilling life. I help people navigate dilemmas such as anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, and trauma.

Clinical and Forensic Associates is a community-based forensic mental health clinic located in Montgomery County, MD, in downtown Silver Spring. Our clinic has been serving members of the DMV community for 20 years. We are dedicated to providing evidenced-based, cognitive behavioral therapy- oriented and relapse-prevention focused treatment services to sexual abusers and individuals with sexual behavior problems. We are a full-service, highly specialized forensic clinic that works exclusively with adults and juveniles with sexual behavior problems. We also offer mental health services to clients who present with co-occurring mental health issues, such as mood disorders and other psychopathology that require additional and more targeted support.

I have one goal in therapy: your transformation. Why cope with a problem if you can eliminate it? Healing both the problem and its root cause creates lasting change. While traditional talk therapy can produce positive results, I have a broader therapeutic toolkit to help you rapidly heal troubling thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In a first session, you can expect me to connect with you quickly and get to the root of the issues that concerns you. My style is relaxed, non-judgmental, I'm active in sessions and focused on producing significant, impactful results in the shortest time possible.

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.

I have 25+ years of experience in treating anxiety disorders (such as OCD, panic disorder, and phobias), depression, and difficulties related to psychological trauma. For the past 13 years, I have also been treating eating disorders and trichotillomania. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioral perspective. This involves my client and me working as a collaborative team to determine what skills it would be useful for my client to learn and practice. This process tends to reduce distress and facilitates achieving a greater sense satisfaction, happiness, and meaning in life.