Parenting Therapists in 20901
I am passionate when it comes to therapy! Having the opportunity to help people find positive growth in their lives is so rewarding to me! I've spent 30 years working with adolescents in a variety of roles and settings. In recent years, I have had the opportunity to integrate family therapy, parent coaching, and kink informed therapy into my practice. It is so fulfilling to help my clients work through conflicts, become more resilient, and enhance their overall strength and unification. I have also enjoy doing insight based work with adults who are experiencing conflicts or transitions in their lives.
I am passionate when it comes to therapy! Having the opportunity to help people find positive growth in their lives is so rewarding to me! I've spent 30 years working with adolescents in a variety of roles and settings. In recent years, I have had the opportunity to integrate family therapy, parent coaching, and kink informed therapy into my practice. It is so fulfilling to help my clients work through conflicts, become more resilient, and enhance their overall strength and unification. I have also enjoy doing insight based work with adults who are experiencing conflicts or transitions in their lives.
Laurel Tobias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
I specialize in child and adolescent treatment, parent coaching, and college transitions. I provide individual and family support for a range of different mental healthcare needs: Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Depression, Trauma, adjustment/life transitions, behavioral concerns, learning disabilties, social skills, and emotion regulation questions and issues. Many children/adolescents have a deep desire to be heard and understood and I am here to listen, support, and provide them with appropriate tools.
I specialize in child and adolescent treatment, parent coaching, and college transitions. I provide individual and family support for a range of different mental healthcare needs: Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Depression, Trauma, adjustment/life transitions, behavioral concerns, learning disabilties, social skills, and emotion regulation questions and issues. Many children/adolescents have a deep desire to be heard and understood and I am here to listen, support, and provide them with appropriate tools.
Lisa Makstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I feel passionate about helping people experience more joy and contentment in their relationships and in their lives. I believe that every crisis or problem that arises also provides an opportunity for healing and growth. Whether you are depressed, anxious, having marital conflicts, parenting difficulties, recovering from a traumatic experience, or in the midst of a life transition, we can problem-solve together and discover new possibilities for you. My style can best be described as interactive and engaging. I am a supportive listener, yet give honest feedback and offer suggestions for positive actions.
As a psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I feel passionate about helping people experience more joy and contentment in their relationships and in their lives. I believe that every crisis or problem that arises also provides an opportunity for healing and growth. Whether you are depressed, anxious, having marital conflicts, parenting difficulties, recovering from a traumatic experience, or in the midst of a life transition, we can problem-solve together and discover new possibilities for you. My style can best be described as interactive and engaging. I am a supportive listener, yet give honest feedback and offer suggestions for positive actions.
Moses M Kushaba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW-C, CEAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
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I have been in practice for over 15 years treating people with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, in these communities; HIV infected or affected, immigrants, at-risk adolescents, incarcerated adult males, parents with parenting challenges, couples who want to succeed in life and have resistance to their own success. As a Substance Abuse Professional, I perform Alcohol use assessments. I am a Certified Employee Assistance Professional who assists those who are having challenges at their workplaces.
I have been in practice for over 15 years treating people with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, in these communities; HIV infected or affected, immigrants, at-risk adolescents, incarcerated adult males, parents with parenting challenges, couples who want to succeed in life and have resistance to their own success. As a Substance Abuse Professional, I perform Alcohol use assessments. I am a Certified Employee Assistance Professional who assists those who are having challenges at their workplaces.
Jennifer Fang Brehm
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
These issues may include communication, conflict, co- parenting, intimacy, premarital preparation, or separation/ divorce.
As humans, we experience pain, loss, or difficulties in our lives as individuals and in our family relationships. We make our best efforts to cope, adapt or resolve these trying experiences on our own. But sometimes, we get stuck or they are too great to endure alone. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a safe place, free of judgement, invested in exploring, healing, and growing. Together, we can work on the interpersonal, emotional, psychological, and spiritual issues that hinder you and your relationships from reaching full potential.
These issues may include communication, conflict, co- parenting, intimacy, premarital preparation, or separation/ divorce.
As humans, we experience pain, loss, or difficulties in our lives as individuals and in our family relationships. We make our best efforts to cope, adapt or resolve these trying experiences on our own. But sometimes, we get stuck or they are too great to endure alone. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a safe place, free of judgement, invested in exploring, healing, and growing. Together, we can work on the interpersonal, emotional, psychological, and spiritual issues that hinder you and your relationships from reaching full potential.
Jen Braveman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
Jen specializes in LGBTQIA+ issues (especially women coming out later in life, gender and sexual identity, gender affirming medical care and parents of trans kids), anxiety/depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, self-compassion and mindfulness, reducing reactivity, relationship issues and parenting struggles.
With over 24 years as a Clinical Social Worker, Jen has her MSW from Smith College School For Social Work and advanced training in Internal Family Systems therapy (Level 1). Jen has a special focus on supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies and families. With a person-centered, holistic, evidence-based approach that is aimed at building self-compassion and confidence, healing from trauma, connecting the mind and body and finding relief from anxiety/depression, Jen wants her clients to feel valued and understood in the therapeutic space and empowered to be their truest Self in day to day life.
Jen specializes in LGBTQIA+ issues (especially women coming out later in life, gender and sexual identity, gender affirming medical care and parents of trans kids), anxiety/depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, self-compassion and mindfulness, reducing reactivity, relationship issues and parenting struggles.
With over 24 years as a Clinical Social Worker, Jen has her MSW from Smith College School For Social Work and advanced training in Internal Family Systems therapy (Level 1). Jen has a special focus on supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies and families. With a person-centered, holistic, evidence-based approach that is aimed at building self-compassion and confidence, healing from trauma, connecting the mind and body and finding relief from anxiety/depression, Jen wants her clients to feel valued and understood in the therapeutic space and empowered to be their truest Self in day to day life.
Katelyn Alcamo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Are you worried that your child is anxious, depressed or having difficulty navigating peer relationships? Are you struggling with parenting a teenager? Do you feel disconnected from your partner and find yourself wondering where the passion went? Relationships can be both the most rewarding and most challenging aspects of our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, couples, and families. I provide a safe and supportive place where you are empowered to reach your personal and relationship goals. Together we can help you find balance, enrichment, and happiness in your life.
Are you worried that your child is anxious, depressed or having difficulty navigating peer relationships? Are you struggling with parenting a teenager? Do you feel disconnected from your partner and find yourself wondering where the passion went? Relationships can be both the most rewarding and most challenging aspects of our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, couples, and families. I provide a safe and supportive place where you are empowered to reach your personal and relationship goals. Together we can help you find balance, enrichment, and happiness in your life.
PACE Consulting, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
We conduct workshops and trainings on stress management, work/life issues, depression, anxiety, life skills for youth and parenting.
Are you finding that you are more irritable, have trouble concentrating or trouble sleeping? Are you having some difficulty in your interpersonal relationships? Do you have a child who is acting out or having trouble with their performance in school? These are issues that many of us face yet we often do not have the answers or know how to effectively deal with them. Through our eclectic therapeutic approach we will help you to process and identify coping skills to assist you in dealing with various life issues that often hinder us from being our very best.
We conduct workshops and trainings on stress management, work/life issues, depression, anxiety, life skills for youth and parenting.
Are you finding that you are more irritable, have trouble concentrating or trouble sleeping? Are you having some difficulty in your interpersonal relationships? Do you have a child who is acting out or having trouble with their performance in school? These are issues that many of us face yet we often do not have the answers or know how to effectively deal with them. Through our eclectic therapeutic approach we will help you to process and identify coping skills to assist you in dealing with various life issues that often hinder us from being our very best.
If you are struggling with issues that prevent you from being as happy as you would like, I can help. For over 35 years, I have specialized in working with children and adolescents, as well as adults. I no longer work with children, but with adolescents, I use various approaches depending on their emotional development and issues. For those of us a bit older, life transitions including college, marriage, becoming a parent and loss can be stressful, but also create opportunities for growth.
If you are struggling with issues that prevent you from being as happy as you would like, I can help. For over 35 years, I have specialized in working with children and adolescents, as well as adults. I no longer work with children, but with adolescents, I use various approaches depending on their emotional development and issues. For those of us a bit older, life transitions including college, marriage, becoming a parent and loss can be stressful, but also create opportunities for growth.
Jacqueline Wallen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Inspired Leadership Therapy & Consulting Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20901
I am certified in crisis, financial social work, supportive employment, effective parenting, 7 challenges, telemental health and motivational interviewing and others.
I am invested in the empowerment of individuals, families and organizations. I believe that within each system, there are natural leaders. The individual has the capacity to maximize their own outcomes. I will focus with each individual to explore that potential. The team also has experience in government, non-profit, and community based settings. I will utilize these experiences to support client success. An ideal client has a desire to believe!!
I am certified in crisis, financial social work, supportive employment, effective parenting, 7 challenges, telemental health and motivational interviewing and others.
I am invested in the empowerment of individuals, families and organizations. I believe that within each system, there are natural leaders. The individual has the capacity to maximize their own outcomes. I will focus with each individual to explore that potential. The team also has experience in government, non-profit, and community based settings. I will utilize these experiences to support client success. An ideal client has a desire to believe!!
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Hi! I’m Arlene Paulson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) and I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, relationship difficulties and parenting challenges. I work collaboratively with you to address the life challenges you are facing. With a focus on TEAM-CBT techniques, mindfulness, and creating new habits, we will find what works for you. As an immigrant, the process of figuring out my values and finding my identity was especially challenging early on. I’m here to use my experience, education, tools and perspective to support you in your journey towards emotional well-being.
Hi! I’m Arlene Paulson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) and I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, relationship difficulties and parenting challenges. I work collaboratively with you to address the life challenges you are facing. With a focus on TEAM-CBT techniques, mindfulness, and creating new habits, we will find what works for you. As an immigrant, the process of figuring out my values and finding my identity was especially challenging early on. I’m here to use my experience, education, tools and perspective to support you in your journey towards emotional well-being.
EFT Couples Specialist, Reuven Rosen, LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
We will work in whatever makes most sense, parent coaching, individual teen therapy, or family conjoint sessions.
Do you feel frustrated when interacting with your teen? Does she hide in her room, or is he addicted to his phone? Or are you the teen himself who is frustrated that your parents just dont get you? Family relationships can be HARD, but with empathetic guidance and practical tools, you can heal even the most difficult relationships. You can learn to communicate in a way that your loved ones can hear. Parents and adolescents can learn skills to engage with each other and create a lasting bond.
We will work in whatever makes most sense, parent coaching, individual teen therapy, or family conjoint sessions.
Do you feel frustrated when interacting with your teen? Does she hide in her room, or is he addicted to his phone? Or are you the teen himself who is frustrated that your parents just dont get you? Family relationships can be HARD, but with empathetic guidance and practical tools, you can heal even the most difficult relationships. You can learn to communicate in a way that your loved ones can hear. Parents and adolescents can learn skills to engage with each other and create a lasting bond.
The Barker Adoption Foundation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Touched by Adoption? The Barker Foundation recognizes that adoption is a lifelong journey, with normal developmental challenges and tasks. We will walk with you through and support you through your journey. Whether you are an adoptive parent with a child that is struggling emotionally or academically; a birth parent who is seeking understanding, reflection, or search and reunion; or an adoptee looking for support- we are here for you.
Touched by Adoption? The Barker Foundation recognizes that adoption is a lifelong journey, with normal developmental challenges and tasks. We will walk with you through and support you through your journey. Whether you are an adoptive parent with a child that is struggling emotionally or academically; a birth parent who is seeking understanding, reflection, or search and reunion; or an adoptee looking for support- we are here for you.
Cathy Eisenhower
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20901
I have advanced training in play therapy and parent-child therapy for caregivers and their infants or young children, as well as in psychoanalytic psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children.
The key to successful therapy is a relationship with a caring, nonjudgmental therapist there to respond sensitively and patiently to whatever comes up. In my work, I offer that to my clients, as we collaborate in developing an understanding of your emotional states and how they drive your thoughts and actions. We’ll learn together what you need to strengthen and grow. My work with children and adolescents informs my understanding of development over the life span, and how those relationships and experiences that shape us are alive in the present moment.
I have advanced training in play therapy and parent-child therapy for caregivers and their infants or young children, as well as in psychoanalytic psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children.
The key to successful therapy is a relationship with a caring, nonjudgmental therapist there to respond sensitively and patiently to whatever comes up. In my work, I offer that to my clients, as we collaborate in developing an understanding of your emotional states and how they drive your thoughts and actions. We’ll learn together what you need to strengthen and grow. My work with children and adolescents informs my understanding of development over the life span, and how those relationships and experiences that shape us are alive in the present moment.
Netelege Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in helping individuals who have anxiety, depression and PTSD. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults and parents of adolescents. I have extensive experience in working with military families, life transitions, works stressors, LGBTQIA+ adolescents/adults and helping parents with behaviorally complex adolescents. I am currently offering individual therapy sessions and child and parent family session. Individual therapy sessions can occur via insurance or self pay and family therapy sessions are self pay only.
I am a Clinical Social Worker with 8 years of experience in helping individuals who have anxiety, depression and PTSD. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults and parents of adolescents. I have extensive experience in working with military families, life transitions, works stressors, LGBTQIA+ adolescents/adults and helping parents with behaviorally complex adolescents. I am currently offering individual therapy sessions and child and parent family session. Individual therapy sessions can occur via insurance or self pay and family therapy sessions are self pay only.
Meira Ellias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
I also work with individuals who are navigating religious abuse (OTD), relationship challenges, parenting stress, grief, loss, and chronic illness.
My approach to therapy begins with forming mutual trust. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship, the right 'fit', and that a foundation of support and connection can empower you to explore your past and understand how it is impacting your 'now'.
I also work with individuals who are navigating religious abuse (OTD), relationship challenges, parenting stress, grief, loss, and chronic illness.
My approach to therapy begins with forming mutual trust. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship, the right 'fit', and that a foundation of support and connection can empower you to explore your past and understand how it is impacting your 'now'.
Harmony Wellness Counseling and Consulting Center,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901
My clinical interests and areas of expertise include trauma recovery, health and self-care, mood and anxiety disorders, grief and loss, domestic and sexual violence, parent training, LGBTQ, and cultural and feminist intersectionality.
For several years before starting a private practice, I worked as a clinician at community-based mental health clinics, nonprofit and private practice groups in Maryland, DC, VA, and Pennsylvania. As a clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping children, adults, couples, families, and immigrants heal and improve their quality of life. My expertise focuses on facilitating a therapeutic process that creates harmony between one's mind, body, and soul. My treatment approach integrates a broad range of interventions influenced by evidence and trauma-based theories, CBT, DBT, and alternative therapies.
My clinical interests and areas of expertise include trauma recovery, health and self-care, mood and anxiety disorders, grief and loss, domestic and sexual violence, parent training, LGBTQ, and cultural and feminist intersectionality.
For several years before starting a private practice, I worked as a clinician at community-based mental health clinics, nonprofit and private practice groups in Maryland, DC, VA, and Pennsylvania. As a clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping children, adults, couples, families, and immigrants heal and improve their quality of life. My expertise focuses on facilitating a therapeutic process that creates harmony between one's mind, body, and soul. My treatment approach integrates a broad range of interventions influenced by evidence and trauma-based theories, CBT, DBT, and alternative therapies.
Are you a woman facing the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, career changes, new parenting roles, or relationship shifts? These life transitions can bring anxiety, stress, and a sense of being overwhelmed. You're seeking clarity, emotional balance, and personal growth. You want to understand and manage your emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and gain confidence. I specialize in helping women like you.
Are you a woman facing the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, career changes, new parenting roles, or relationship shifts? These life transitions can bring anxiety, stress, and a sense of being overwhelmed. You're seeking clarity, emotional balance, and personal growth. You want to understand and manage your emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and gain confidence. I specialize in helping women like you.
Mid-Atlantic Nature Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Life is hard, and the journey is worth taking. None of us chose to be here, and yet here we are, experiencing all of the intense and the mundane together. I am here to help you with specific goals you want to reach, challenges you want to overcome, experiences you want to process, and changes you want to make. I have been working in the mental health field since 2015, and I have supported hundreds of individuals on their journeys.
Life is hard, and the journey is worth taking. None of us chose to be here, and yet here we are, experiencing all of the intense and the mundane together. I am here to help you with specific goals you want to reach, challenges you want to overcome, experiences you want to process, and changes you want to make. I have been working in the mental health field since 2015, and I have supported hundreds of individuals on their journeys.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.