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Tiffani Stevenson Lloyd & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kensington, MD 20895
I am a warm, supportive, and enthusiastic therapist ready to help you heal and overcome your challenges. I have extensive experience helping couples with various issues in all stages of life. Issues include concerns about commitment, communication, trust, intimacy, sex, mental/physical illness, parenting, infidelity, infertility, grief/loss, etc. I also love helping individuals who are struggling with any moods, behaviors, or thoughts that are a burden and difficult to manage alone. I am also the owner of Tiffani Stevenson Lloyd & Associates. We are a group of highly skilled mental health therapists ready to help.
I am a warm, supportive, and enthusiastic therapist ready to help you heal and overcome your challenges. I have extensive experience helping couples with various issues in all stages of life. Issues include concerns about commitment, communication, trust, intimacy, sex, mental/physical illness, parenting, infidelity, infertility, grief/loss, etc. I also love helping individuals who are struggling with any moods, behaviors, or thoughts that are a burden and difficult to manage alone. I am also the owner of Tiffani Stevenson Lloyd & Associates. We are a group of highly skilled mental health therapists ready to help.
(240) 201-2601 View (240) 201-2601
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Hillary Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
When working with parents and families, I use AF-CBT (Alternatives for Families-CBT) and Parent Management Training.
Many people have difficulty navigating various life stressors, and need support in learning how to cope. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, coping with traumatic experiences, and stress management related to family, relationships, school, and work. Working collaboratively with each client to help them learn healthy coping skills and healthy decision-making skills is an important part of treatment.
When working with parents and families, I use AF-CBT (Alternatives for Families-CBT) and Parent Management Training.
Many people have difficulty navigating various life stressors, and need support in learning how to cope. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, coping with traumatic experiences, and stress management related to family, relationships, school, and work. Working collaboratively with each client to help them learn healthy coping skills and healthy decision-making skills is an important part of treatment.
(240) 775-1882 View (240) 775-1882
Alison Dodd
MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
I am a SPACE Treatment trained therapist committed to supporting parents and children navigate anxiety disorders. My work also focuses on supporting children and young adults with mood disorder diagnoses. I believe the client-therapist relationship is paramount to successful therapy and prioritize building rapport with clients in order to create a safe environment that allows for authentic healing and corrective emotional experiences. I enjoy helping clients gain the confidence,and skills needed to navigate life's challenges.
I am a SPACE Treatment trained therapist committed to supporting parents and children navigate anxiety disorders. My work also focuses on supporting children and young adults with mood disorder diagnoses. I believe the client-therapist relationship is paramount to successful therapy and prioritize building rapport with clients in order to create a safe environment that allows for authentic healing and corrective emotional experiences. I enjoy helping clients gain the confidence,and skills needed to navigate life's challenges.
(301) 298-2414 View (301) 298-2414
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Paula Catalan Lcpc Pat
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CP, PAT
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
At 3Elements Counseling,LLC we work with individual, and families. We understand the challenges of multicultural families. Families that due to work or personal circumstances had to move and leave people and things behind. Families and individuals that beside dealing with their own individual patterns of anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin, trauma, and child rearing challenges have to adjust to a new culture, a new country and a new rhythm of life.
At 3Elements Counseling,LLC we work with individual, and families. We understand the challenges of multicultural families. Families that due to work or personal circumstances had to move and leave people and things behind. Families and individuals that beside dealing with their own individual patterns of anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin, trauma, and child rearing challenges have to adjust to a new culture, a new country and a new rhythm of life.
(301) 265-3830 View (301) 265-3830
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Aiysha Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895  (Online Only)
Let's work together to realize the best version of you and your life. Together let's discovery the tools you'll need to flourish in spite of the obstacles you may be managing. Let's create the space for you to connect with your power. It's been my pleasure to support clients in reaching their individual goals. Finding the right person to trust along your journey can oftentimes seem like the toughest decision. My practice is accepting and non-judgemental. Let's get to work!
Let's work together to realize the best version of you and your life. Together let's discovery the tools you'll need to flourish in spite of the obstacles you may be managing. Let's create the space for you to connect with your power. It's been my pleasure to support clients in reaching their individual goals. Finding the right person to trust along your journey can oftentimes seem like the toughest decision. My practice is accepting and non-judgemental. Let's get to work!
(301) 945-7469 View (301) 945-7469
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Rob Scuka, PhD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895  (Online Only)
I always seek to bring a passionate engagement to my work with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in helping people with relationship issues and am devoted to helping people develop deeply satisfying and fulfilling intimate and family relationships. I am especially committed to helping couples preserve their primary intimate relationship in the face of challenging life circumstances and relationship issues. I have helped couples in crisis come back from the brink of divorce, I have helped couples recover from the trauma of infidelity, and I have helped couples navigate the process of grief over a lost family member.
I always seek to bring a passionate engagement to my work with individuals, couples and families. I specialize in helping people with relationship issues and am devoted to helping people develop deeply satisfying and fulfilling intimate and family relationships. I am especially committed to helping couples preserve their primary intimate relationship in the face of challenging life circumstances and relationship issues. I have helped couples in crisis come back from the brink of divorce, I have helped couples recover from the trauma of infidelity, and I have helped couples navigate the process of grief over a lost family member.
(301) 830-4131 View (301) 830-4131
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Janie Scholom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSN, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
Not accepting new clients
I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 35 years, using a mind-body approach to help people understand and resolve their concerns, and live their lives to the fullest. I specialize in trauma, including medically related, emotional, physical and sexual abuse and those difficult to manage situations that continue to haunt us despite our best efforts.I also specialize in eating disorders. I find Somatic Experiencing and EMDR to be highly effective with both eating disorders and trauma.
I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for over 35 years, using a mind-body approach to help people understand and resolve their concerns, and live their lives to the fullest. I specialize in trauma, including medically related, emotional, physical and sexual abuse and those difficult to manage situations that continue to haunt us despite our best efforts.I also specialize in eating disorders. I find Somatic Experiencing and EMDR to be highly effective with both eating disorders and trauma.
(301) 852-6740 View (301) 852-6740

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Annette Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, MEd
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
I am here to offer professional, supported, guided and solution-focused insight into life's many challenges. Through a variety of therapeutic approaches, I can help you with parenting, depression, anxiety, pre-marital and marital issues, as well as many other of life's obstacles. I am very empathetic, but I will also challenge you as appropriate. After all, I want you to be your best self.
I am here to offer professional, supported, guided and solution-focused insight into life's many challenges. Through a variety of therapeutic approaches, I can help you with parenting, depression, anxiety, pre-marital and marital issues, as well as many other of life's obstacles. I am very empathetic, but I will also challenge you as appropriate. After all, I want you to be your best self.
(301) 355-0373 View (301) 355-0373
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PRN Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
We offer parent coaching and support as well!.
Did you wake up one day and feel as if you no longer recognize yourself? Are you beginning to struggle at work or with relationships? Do you feel like you know what you "should do," but you can't motivate yourself to do it? Our therapists are action-based and can help support you or your teen/tween to get unstuck, gain insights, build more self-awareness, and work toward a positive future. We aim to help you improve your self esteem, strengthen relationships, and work toward your goals. We teach skills that can be used outside of the office and in the real world and implement strategies to start feeling better.
We offer parent coaching and support as well!.
Did you wake up one day and feel as if you no longer recognize yourself? Are you beginning to struggle at work or with relationships? Do you feel like you know what you "should do," but you can't motivate yourself to do it? Our therapists are action-based and can help support you or your teen/tween to get unstuck, gain insights, build more self-awareness, and work toward a positive future. We aim to help you improve your self esteem, strengthen relationships, and work toward your goals. We teach skills that can be used outside of the office and in the real world and implement strategies to start feeling better.
(301) 710-9815 View (301) 710-9815
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Jaclyn Halpern
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I am a neurodiversity and LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, tester, and supervisor. Support is inclusive and welcoming to all. I see all ages for individuals, families, groups, couples, and parenting. We will focus foremost on building a nurturing, supportive, honest, and empathic interpersonal therapeutic relationship. I will meet you where you are, and help you identify, embrace, and support your strengths, vulnerabilities, and needs. Support is guided by your goals, & based in attachment and the relational neurosciences. I have over a decade's worth of experience as a therapist, tester, supervisor, presenter, and clinical director.
I am a neurodiversity and LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, tester, and supervisor. Support is inclusive and welcoming to all. I see all ages for individuals, families, groups, couples, and parenting. We will focus foremost on building a nurturing, supportive, honest, and empathic interpersonal therapeutic relationship. I will meet you where you are, and help you identify, embrace, and support your strengths, vulnerabilities, and needs. Support is guided by your goals, & based in attachment and the relational neurosciences. I have over a decade's worth of experience as a therapist, tester, supervisor, presenter, and clinical director.
(301) 684-5493 View (301) 684-5493
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PlayfulLeigh Psyched, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, MS/MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816  (Online Only)
We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identities, and realities. This is not a one-size-fits-all practice because we are trauma-informed and social-emotional focused practices from a social justice framework.
We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identities, and realities. This is not a one-size-fits-all practice because we are trauma-informed and social-emotional focused practices from a social justice framework.
(301) 835-2610 View (301) 835-2610
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Sara L Westendorff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
I am a licensed clinical social worker and certified perinatal specialist focused on maternal and paternal mental health concerns. I enjoy helping individuals find compassionate, strengths-focused ways of looking at themselves to create the change they want. I am interested in helping parents to-be and parents at all stages create their own versions of realistic parenting in today’s hurried and stressed society. I work with couples seeking relationship therapy that center on perinatal/postnatal or parenting concerns.
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(443) 941-0813 View (443) 941-0813
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Pauliann Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
My expertise includes treatment of mood disorders, including depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders; the long term effects of trauma, including childhood neglect, physical and sexual abuse; family systems issues, including divorce, remarriage, blended families and parenting concerns.
Are you feeling off-center, frustrated, overwhelmed, stuck? Want support in balancing the challenges in your life? Does negativity or anger undermine healthy relationships within your family? Maybe you wish for more effective ways of communicating, or the means to improve your outlook and energy level. Are you experiencing divorce, or the loss of a loved one, and need assistance in moving through the grieving process? Are you in the throes of a major life transition or crisis? I will assist you in developing insight, understanding, and strategies to address your particular issues and help you move toward overall well-being.
My expertise includes treatment of mood disorders, including depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders; the long term effects of trauma, including childhood neglect, physical and sexual abuse; family systems issues, including divorce, remarriage, blended families and parenting concerns.
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Anne M Cosimano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
In my work as a therapist for the past 25+ years I have witnessed the incredible strength and resilience in people despite life's hardships, losses and traumas. I work with adults, teens and tweens to deal with life's challenges such as relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, adoption,parenting, and divorce. As people gain deeper understanding of themselves and their behaviors , they are often able to make changes to improve their self esteem, strengthen their relationships, cope with life's ups and downs,and achieve deeper satisfaction in their lives.
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Chana Lockerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Whether you’re struggling with new parenting issues, have difficult life decisions to make, or are stuck in anxiety and burnout, you’ll experience a comforting, productive, supportive space where we work collaboratively.
Welcome! I am a therapist with many years of experience helping parents navigate the early days of parenthood. Whether it's postpartum mood issues, transitioning to parenthood, or pressures of every day life, we'll find tools that make sense for you! I help with all things family building: fertility decision-making, infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, termination of pregnancy, and postpartum. I also love working with women trying to find balance, whether it's personal or professional pressures (or both!). I am passionate about helping women optimize their coping and getting the most out of hectic lives. I am here to support you!
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Welcome! I am a therapist with many years of experience helping parents navigate the early days of parenthood. Whether it's postpartum mood issues, transitioning to parenthood, or pressures of every day life, we'll find tools that make sense for you! I help with all things family building: fertility decision-making, infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, termination of pregnancy, and postpartum. I also love working with women trying to find balance, whether it's personal or professional pressures (or both!). I am passionate about helping women optimize their coping and getting the most out of hectic lives. I am here to support you!
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Toni Bossalina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I work with teens & families, helping to strengthen the family unit through development of parenting skills, better boundaries, communication, decision making and behavioral management.
Hi I’m Toni Bossalina, LCSWC. I am a licensed Therapist in Maryland, Board Approved Supervisor and Owner of Wellness Together, LLC. I specialize in working with female adults, college students and teens, struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, family conflict, life transitions, grief and trauma. I use a person centered, CBT and mindfulness approach to therapy focusing on acceptance, accountability, support, challenging negative thought patterns & behaviors, problem solving & development of healthy outlets.
I work with teens & families, helping to strengthen the family unit through development of parenting skills, better boundaries, communication, decision making and behavioral management.
Hi I’m Toni Bossalina, LCSWC. I am a licensed Therapist in Maryland, Board Approved Supervisor and Owner of Wellness Together, LLC. I specialize in working with female adults, college students and teens, struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, family conflict, life transitions, grief and trauma. I use a person centered, CBT and mindfulness approach to therapy focusing on acceptance, accountability, support, challenging negative thought patterns & behaviors, problem solving & development of healthy outlets.
(443) 290-5359 View (443) 290-5359
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Brittany LaFleur
Counselor, MS, LCPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
In addition to helping children thrive, Brittany has also helped numerous parents discover not only their best selves but their best parenting selves through Parent Coaching– leading to a family unit that functions more peacefully and cohesively than ever before.
Brittany LaFleur is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LCPC-S) with a deep passion for aiding individuals in their journey towards becoming their best selves, hence why she started Your Best Self therapeutic services in 2018. Brittany creates a safe & confidential space to guide clients’ exploration of their inner worlds. She has a dynamic, compassionate & direct style of connecting with clients and leads a team of several other talented therapists.
In addition to helping children thrive, Brittany has also helped numerous parents discover not only their best selves but their best parenting selves through Parent Coaching– leading to a family unit that functions more peacefully and cohesively than ever before.
Brittany LaFleur is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LCPC-S) with a deep passion for aiding individuals in their journey towards becoming their best selves, hence why she started Your Best Self therapeutic services in 2018. Brittany creates a safe & confidential space to guide clients’ exploration of their inner worlds. She has a dynamic, compassionate & direct style of connecting with clients and leads a team of several other talented therapists.
(301) 205-5422 View (301) 205-5422
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Sonja Chestnut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, OSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I have many years experience working with families, parenting and early childhood development.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE My ideal client is someone who is coping with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, ADHD, grief, troubled relationship and family dynamics, developmental delays, LGBTQ and trauma issues. Any of these listed conditions or situations can negatively impact my clients’ ability to navigate daily living. So a successful client would be open to change and willing to try new approaches to collaborate with me in order to identify and verbalize their needs and goals and develop a plan to obtain these goals.
I have many years experience working with families, parenting and early childhood development.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE My ideal client is someone who is coping with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, ADHD, grief, troubled relationship and family dynamics, developmental delays, LGBTQ and trauma issues. Any of these listed conditions or situations can negatively impact my clients’ ability to navigate daily living. So a successful client would be open to change and willing to try new approaches to collaborate with me in order to identify and verbalize their needs and goals and develop a plan to obtain these goals.
(240) 255-9878 View (240) 255-9878
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Dr. Jodi Albert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
These include anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, relationships, parenting/co-parenting, diversity issues, Mind-Body, work stress, medical issues, military issues; & group therapy.
Psychotherapy with me will provide you a safe place to process life’s challenges, work through the impacts of significant life experiences & relationships, grieve from losses & disappointments, learn to untangle the past from the present & future, gain freedom from unhealthy patterns/behaviors, manage upcoming or recent life transitions, identify your strengths/values/goals, & find more pleasure & fulfillment in your life. You will learn to treat yourself with kindness, acceptance, & respect, & discover what changes you want to make to live your best life. Together we will do the work we need to do to help you on this journey.
These include anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, relationships, parenting/co-parenting, diversity issues, Mind-Body, work stress, medical issues, military issues; & group therapy.
Psychotherapy with me will provide you a safe place to process life’s challenges, work through the impacts of significant life experiences & relationships, grieve from losses & disappointments, learn to untangle the past from the present & future, gain freedom from unhealthy patterns/behaviors, manage upcoming or recent life transitions, identify your strengths/values/goals, & find more pleasure & fulfillment in your life. You will learn to treat yourself with kindness, acceptance, & respect, & discover what changes you want to make to live your best life. Together we will do the work we need to do to help you on this journey.
(240) 617-3060 View (240) 617-3060
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Andrew Price
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
My work with families includes issues with co-parenting, estrangement, caregiving, and failure to launch.
Your decision to evaluate therapists today is a strong sign change is underway. I work to help individual adults and teens, couples, and families navigate relationship difficulties, behavioral issues, and unresolved emotional needs. My office is a place where clients can speak openly about their hopes, needs, and fears - with warmth, care, and authentic feedback in return. Our work can treat symptoms of grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. Emotionally focused repair, cognitive insight, and concrete skills development can each play a role. My training emphasizes clients' experience in family, work, and other systems.
My work with families includes issues with co-parenting, estrangement, caregiving, and failure to launch.
Your decision to evaluate therapists today is a strong sign change is underway. I work to help individual adults and teens, couples, and families navigate relationship difficulties, behavioral issues, and unresolved emotional needs. My office is a place where clients can speak openly about their hopes, needs, and fears - with warmth, care, and authentic feedback in return. Our work can treat symptoms of grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. Emotionally focused repair, cognitive insight, and concrete skills development can each play a role. My training emphasizes clients' experience in family, work, and other systems.
(240) 623-5606 View (240) 623-5606
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.