Sonia
Psychologist, PhD
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Therapy is difficult. Each person has their own unique background, painful experience(s), mental health concerns, challenges, setbacks, and both internal and external barriers to living the life they most want to lead. People who tend to both enjoy and benefit most out of therapy with me are those who are motivated, open to exploring deeper parts of themselves to gain insight into how it contributes to their current functioning, are open to being challenged on their thinking and behavioral patterns, and are able to commit to reflecting and practicing strategies (if needed) between sessions.
My approach to therapy is rooted in aspiring to provide culturally competent care to clients from all backgrounds and identities. I draw from psychodynamic theory and somatic internal family systems in my work with clients. I also use exposure and response prevention therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy, depending on my client's presenting issues.
I understand that reaching out and beginning therapy is difficult. It’s hard to open up on painful experiences and work through challenges. I encourage you to reach out to schedule a free consult and see if we could be a good fit. If not, I am happy to help guide you in the direction of referrals or resources that would be a better fit.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / PSY200001627 Sonia Amin
- Attended Western Michigan University, PhD, Graduated 2020
- License: California Board of Psychology 33185 / 2022
- License: Maryland 07371 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Sonia Patel
Psychologist, PhD
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Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Burnout
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Emotional Regulation
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Sonia Patel
Psychologist, PhD
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
South Asian
I also speak
Gujarati ,
Hindi
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
South Asian
I also speak
Gujarati ,
Hindi
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Psychodynamic
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Sonia Patel
Psychologist, PhD
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Location
Additional Location
Gaither Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20884
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Sonia Patel
Psychologist, PhD