Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

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Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC (she, her)

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Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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You wake up already braced for the day. Your jaw is tight, your thoughts are racing, and even small problems feel overwhelming. Your heart pounds when an email from your boss pops up or a text message goes unanswered. Sometimes you push through on autopilot; other times you shut down, go numb, or feel far away from yourself. Your nervous system is like a smoke alarm that's become too sensitive. It still goes off when there's a real fire, but it also sounds when the toast burns or the steak gets a perfect sear—not because it's broken, but because it's trying to keep you SAFE.

Somatic Experiencing helps recalibrate that alarm by helping you safely notice and work with your body's natural responses, rather than forcing you to relive painful memories. You'll build tools to regulate anxiety, reduce shutdown, and handle stress. This helps your body learn the danger has passed, making it easier to feel calm, focused, and in control.

Imagine having CHOICE in how you respond to stress. You'll start moving through the day without feeling constantly tense, flooded, or disconnected. You can feel present in your body, steady during stress, and more available for the people and experiences that matter to you. You don't have to stay stuck in survival mode. Reach out to schedule a consultation.

Call or Email Megan Carraco now for a free 15 minute consultation - (301) 273-7041

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Potomac Behavioral Health

Chevy Chase, MD 20815

(301) 273-7041

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Hate awkward therapy encounters? Get cozy on your couch and log in to convenient telehealth sessions anywhere in Virginia or Maryland.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress

$200 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

The sooner you start the work, the sooner you reap the benefits! Congrats on taking the first step in your healing journey.

Let's Connect (301) 273-7041

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Potomac Behavioral Health

Chevy Chase, MD 20815

(301) 273-7041

My website

Hate awkward therapy encounters? Get cozy on your couch and log in to convenient telehealth sessions anywhere in Virginia or Maryland.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Stress

$200 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

The sooner you start the work, the sooner you reap the benefits! Congrats on taking the first step in your healing journey.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

Insurance friendly! Call me to discuss how to keep therapy affordable and accessible, so you can focus on what matters most: your healing.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Insurance friendly! Call me to discuss how to keep therapy affordable and accessible, so you can focus on what matters most: your healing.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / LC12570 Megan Shaw Carraco

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Southern Methodist University, Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2007

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional 133313 / 2023

Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II: Complex Trauma (CCTP-II) 429666 / 2025

I'm a certified anxiety and trauma treatment professional (Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II), and certified Somatic Therapy Foundations Practitioner. I help people through "bottom up" therapies that reach the places talk therapy can't.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Stress

Expertise

Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Grief
Mood Disorders

I work with clients who struggle with depression or anxiety related to their early life experiences or trauma. We'll use evidence based therapies like EMDR and somatic experiencing to reorganize your trauma memories, and integrate safety and empowerment. You'll discover a strengthened self image and you'll feel prepared to confidently navigate whatever lies ahead in life.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

6 Endorsements

YBailey Consulting LLC

Counselor, LCPC-S, LPC, NCC, CCTS II

Megan is a direct and compassionate professional who thrives off of seeing others succeed in life. She brings an array of mental health expertise and creates a safe and comforting environment that allows you to be yourself!

Heather Leahy Hecht

Psychologist, PsyD

Megan is a truly gifted clinician-open, honest, real, and remarkably calm in the midst of any emotional storm. Her presence is grounding, her intuition is spot-on, and her skill with EMDR adds a powerful dimension to the healing work she facilitates.

Abby Bradecich

Psychologist, PsyD

Megan is a caring, wise, and conscientious trauma informed therapist. She is up to date on the latest trauma informed research, techniques and interventions, and meets clients where they are to help them evolve to where they want to be!

Anna Stosich

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP

Megan is incredibly experienced and skilled, with a wonderful mind and heart that she uses to work for and with her clients. She is very knowledgeable in the field of trauma and anxiety and I highly recommend!

Traci Callahan

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Megan is distinguished by her sincere empathy. Her cultural sensitivity consistently reflects her individualized approach to therapy. She exhibits excellent trauma techniques and CBT skills to provide individual therapy.

Mary Ellen Santerre

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC

When you work with Megan, you have her full focus, the depth of her experience and training, and her unwavering confidentiality. She walks alongside her clients, guiding them from their darkest moments toward a life where they can truly thrive.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Jewish

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Somatic

I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and powerful brain-based tools like the Safe and Sound Protocol, EMDR, and somatic work. Together we'll work to reset your nervous system, break through stuck points, get out of the cycles that no longer serve you, and you'll feel more confident and grounded.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Location

Primary Location

Potomac Behavioral Health

Chevy Chase, MD 20815

(301) 273-7041

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Cities

Counties

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Hate awkward therapy encounters? Get cozy on your couch and log in to convenient telehealth sessions anywhere in Virginia or Maryland.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call for a free consultation now - (301) 273-7041

Hate awkward therapy encounters? Get cozy on your couch and log in to convenient telehealth sessions anywhere in Virginia or Maryland.

Megan Carraco

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC

Call for a free consultation now - (301) 273-7041

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