Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Let's Connect (301) 329-3109
Feeling weighed down by anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, work stress, or burnout? Past behaviors that no longer serve you, along with difficult life decisions, can make things even harder—but real change is possible with the right support. I offer flexible, secure teletherapy across Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, South Carolina, and Tennessee, with a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
Through secure online sessions, we work together to recognize unhealthy patterns, rebuild self-trust, and learn tools for coping with stress, easing anxiety, and creating stronger, more supportive connections at home, work, and beyond. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices to help you feel to help you feel more empowered.
Whether you’re dealing with panic attacks, emotional abuse recovery, difficulty setting healthy boundaries, or navigating difficult life decisions, therapy can help you find clarity. If you’re ready to stop negative cycles, manage anxiety, and finally feel grounded and self-assured, I’m here to help you take that next step toward healing and lasting change.
Call or Email Melissa Friedman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (301) 329-3109
Let's Connect (301) 329-3109
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $145
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- MINES and Associates
- Optum
- Quest Behavioral Health
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 329-3109
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 33035 Melissa Friedman
- In Practice for 15 years
- License: Virginia 0904012153 / 2025
- License: South Carolina Social Work 13877 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (301) 329-3109
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Body Image
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- LGBTQ+
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 329-3109
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 329-3109
Location
Additional Location
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 329-3109Nearby Areas
Counties
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (301) 329-3109