Therapists in Bethesda, MD

Do you ever wonder if it is possible to experience more enjoyment or peace of mind and heart? I work with clients to identify sources of worry, unhappiness or self-criticism. Together we identify one's strengths and build on those strengths in a positive, supportive way to create a life one would like to live and experience. I employ strategies from family systems, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, self-compassion, psychodynamic and mindfulness models in my practice. I work with individuals, couples, families and first and second generation immigrants in a collaborative and compassionate manner.

Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Maryland. I have worked with youth and young adults for the past 5 years as a social worker in several different capacities.

This is a place where you can find safety. This is a place where you will be greeted with compassion and understanding. Most importantly, this is a place where you can be who you are without apology. It is through nonjudgement, understanding the past, feeling our experiences, and embarking on the journey of becoming our best selves is where meaning emerges.

You need * A couples therapist to help repair your relationship * An individual therapist to help you with anxiety, depression or ADHD issues * An expert in parenting skills to help you following a divorce * A therapist that understands complex issues. Your success will be an outgrowth of the relationship with your therapist; therefore, I want you to understand how my 30+ years of experience have shaped my ability to facilitate change. Change is possible at any age. In my integrative approach, I examine the patterns that have shaped you and help you develop new ways of perceiving, feeling and functioning.

Hi! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depressive disorders, grieving, self-esteem, social skills, and relationship issues. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about working with clients from diverse backgrounds and strive to incorporate cultural competence in my therapeutic practice. I believe it’s crucial to provide psychotherapy and preventative services to clients from diverse backgrounds who may be unaware of potential warning signs and risk factors associated with mental health disorders.

I am an experienced therapist who brings insight, warmth, and understanding to the therapy process. I utilize a range of strategies in working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, relationship issues, anxiety and life transitions. My style is interactive, and I focus on creating a trusting and supportive relationship that enables people to feel safe, respected, and hopeful.

Emilie is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family therapist (LCMFT) and an AASECT (American Association for Sex Therapy) certified Sex Therapist. Emilie’s expertise is in working with couples to improve their relationships and build more meaningful and more resilient bonds with each other. She has experience with couples with a broad range of relationship and sexual issues, including general communication, conflicts around parenting, sexual desire differences or the impact of an affair. She sees couples in person exclusively. Clients can choose between two modalities: either couple therapy or group therapy for adults.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing for over 25 years, I have extensive experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and other stressors. I have developed special expertise in addressing the turbulence of addiction, trauma recovery and healing. I am a therapist & addiction specialist helping individuals in MD and DC. I provide compassionate counseling with a solution focused and practical approach. Additionally, much of my work with clients includes developing coping strategies to deal with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and separation and divorce.

Tired of the status quo? Stuck in a rut in your relationships, wellness, business, intimacy, or spirituality? I help align all parts of your life with your true authentic self. Together, we’ll secure genuine change through acceptance first. I'm Dr. Tom, and I'm licensed for independent practice as a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT 111604), the District of Columbia (LMFT200001211), and Maryland (LCMFT, LCM754), and am a professional coach across the U.S. I have provided therapy to individuals and families since 2007. I'm also happily married for over 15 years, and we have 2 young boys.

Welcome to my practice. Regardless of what your struggle is at this time, I believe that through our relationship we can work together to help you look at your current patterns and potential changes you can make that can help you lead a fuller life. I realize that this can be difficult and I am grateful that I am able to help you in your journey.

Opening up around the vulnerable and intimate details of our lives can be very uncomfortable. There is so much pressure to be “happy”, “better”, or “perfect”, while receiving messaging that being anything else is unacceptable. We are very adaptive yet often struggle to effectively get our needs met, so may engage in avoidance behaviors and withhold or internalize our feelings to try to prevent things from getting worse. You want to feel more like your true self and get more satisfaction out of your relationships. You need an unconditionally supportive, non-judgmental, creative, and humorous therapist who accepts you however you are.

I have had the privilege to work with a wide range of clients in terms of age, gender, race, social economic status, and acuity of symptoms. While everyone has something unique to bring to therapy I find the most fulfillment working with couples, those dealing with issues regarding their sexuality, first responders (police, firefighters, EMT’s), individuals recovering from trauma, and people dealing with concerns with technology such as video game or online addiction.

As a counseling professional, I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing difficulties in their personal relationships. Most clients describe trouble communicating with their partner, effectively parenting their children, managing conflicts with extended family members and navigating the turbulence of separation and divorce. It is my goal to help clients identify what is causing distress in their relationships and learn new ways of managing their difficulties. Together we will come up with realistic strategies to empower you to handle all of your relationships and overcome obstacles that are interfering with your family life.

My goal throughout our time together is to first create a space where the client feels comfortable and empowered to explore his/her emotions. In doing so, I help individuals identify the things that are most affecting their mental health and work collaboratively with clients to develop healthy habits that will positively affect one’s life. Sessions will include talk-therapy, reflection, and the development of healthy coping skills using a client-centered model. I hope to make each client feel as though their mental health is a priority and that they are worthy of clarity and happiness.

My approach to psychotherapy is to help you achieve emotional stability and personal growth. I understand that anxiety and depression can greatly impact your quality of life, and make it hard to engage in a fulfilling and meaningful daily experience. With the mental health services that I have to offer, you can learn to cope better with past, current, and even future problems, so that you may achieve a happy and healthy lifestyle. It is my deeply-held belief that utilizing a collaborative, adaptable, and individualized treatment approach is essential in identifying the underlying causes of challenges facing my clients.

Do you worry that you are not a good enough parent, partner or friend? Do you have trouble getting to sleep when you are overloaded with thoughts about mistakes you've made? Do you wake up most mornings feeling depressed or anxious? Are your moods swinging- you have a short fuse- or are you shutting down? If yes, you could be suffering from depression & anxiety. The cause could be chemical-due to a family history or it could be situational-due to a loss or traumatic event. Traumatic events include becoming a caregiver to a family member with mental illness.

My name is Tayla Fawumi, LCPC. I have been working in the mental health field for the last 6 years. I have experience working with all ages from children to geriatric age. I have experience working in school based, community based, career counseling field, residential treatment facilities for teens/adults as well as private practice settings.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, where I was initially licensed. I have also been licensed in 9 other states (AZ, CO, IA, ID, NE, NV, VA, UT, WI). I have been actively working as a mental health therapist for 15 years. I have been helping adults with anger issues, adults who want to gain coping skills and strategies, discussing different perspectives and insights toward self, relationships with others, and their situations. I also have been working with adults (including older adults) with existential crises, issues with motivation, low self-confidence, and communication challenges effectively.

In the therapy room I strive to offer a non-judgmental space. I believe the client-therapist relationship is vitally important for a successful and enjoyable therapy experience. When someone chooses to work with me, I aim for a welcoming, authentic, and supportive environment and strive to build a relationship based on trust and understanding. Each person has a unique story to tell. At times our life experiences and challenges cause us to struggle in making sense of that story which, in turn, may hinder us from living in a healthy way. Therapy provides an opportunity to explore and process these struggles and experiences.