Therapists in Bethesda, MD

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a form of psychotherapy often used to treat individuals who have difficulty regulating emotions, maintaining relationships and tolerating distress. Based on cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT combines evidence-based strategies from a number of supportive psychotherapies. DBT is a multifaceted approach to emotional regulation. Individuals don’t just build their personal skills but also gain a reliable support system. Individual and group therapy sessions help patients learn and apply their skills with the support of both mental health professionals and an empathetic community.

Ha, it is time to enrich our mind and body simultaneously. I have Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) in MD, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in DC, Personal Trainer License and Health Coach License. For more than 10 years, I have been using humanistic, person-center, strength-focused therapy and other psychotherapy Intervention to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual or family in diverse therapy environment. I am commented to helping people to live life to their fullest potential because we all have one life to leave and we deserve to be in pace with ourselves.

When something in your past has an effect on your perceptions of your present situations and creates stress in your life you can benefit by talking about and working through your experiences which leads to understanding your thoughts, emotions and behaviors. You can begin to recognize, appreciate and use your strengths to work through those thoughts that bring hurt, pain or stress to you. When you recognize your strengths, you can learn how to use them to make the changes you desire in yourself so your life becomes more satisfying and fulfilling.

Hi, I’m Juli, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) specializing in Addiction and Substance Use disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. In my 10+ years of practice I have developed a passion for helping patients identify, explore, and heal underlying issues and trauma that may be at the root of current life challenges. I work with individuals and families to provide psychotherapy, coaching and sober support. In my practice my approach is to meet you where you are, help you move toward your goals, overcome obstacles, and continue to grow. I believe that through therapy profound and positive change can happen.

We offer compassionate expertise in helping individuals heal from trauma, navigate conflict, and build strategies for managing anxiety, depression, OCD, poor self-esteem and worry. If you are looking for a therapist who can help you create life-long, meaningful change in yourself and your relationships, we can help. We work with a broad variety of clients and are happy to offer a brief no-cost consultation to see if we might be a good fit for you.

A Licensed psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work and Master Addiction Counselor with a total of14 years of experience with adult population challenged with mental health and Substance dependence. Every day-to-day life pulls us in many directions, and sometimes when we feel overwhelmed lose focus. You may have tried to deal with your problems and your way may not be enough and unable to deal with them on your own. Let's work together to develop a more effective plan so you can achieve your life goals.

Nick Szubiak has worked in the behavioral health and wellness field for over 20 years and specializes in individual, couples and family therapy. His areas of expertise include life balance, stress management, mood and behavior challenges, chronic health conditions, chronic pain, addiction as well as optimizing performance and leadership.

My individual clients include those dealing with mental health challenges; making decisions about career or relationships; or pursuing more fulfilling approaches to life. I work with couples of all ages, stages, and compositions, addressing communication, infidelity, loss of passion, infertility, parenting, strengthening relationships, and deciding. I work with couples struggling to decide if and how to continue to work on deeply troubled relationships and solidifying commitment. I see families dealing with communication issues, creating appropriate boundaries, and working through separation, divorce, and blended family issues .

Pregnancy and motherhood, life transitions, depression, grief and loss, anxiety, BIPOC and LGBTQ+ identity, career stress, relationships issues, trauma, self worth, worry and overwhelm and concentration issues are my areas of clinical expertise. I use Trauma Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to decrease and manage the frequency, duration and intensity of their symptoms.  I'll incorporate your values, identities, faith and cultural practices and belief systems. We will identify symptoms and implement long-term coping strategies that are practical for your personality and lifestyle.

Therapy is a powerful tool that helps us heal from adult and childhood trauma and difficulties we are currently facing. Therapy helps us to develop new coping skills and helps us navigate life circumstances. We are often unaware that much of our early life experiences affect our self-esteem, the relationships we choose, how we interact with others, and our overall approach to life. My experience is in partnering with teens and adults to grow through and heal from a broad range of challenges and stressors, which can result in anxiety, depression, feeling isolated, anger, fear, worry, hopelessness, and other distress.

Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.

Life can be overwhelming. Whether it is interpersonal challenges, trauma, grief, or learning why we make ineffective choices, therapy can help. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors effectively. I work from a non-judgmental, collaborative, and strengths-based perspective. I believe you are doing the best you can at this moment; I will help you build towards making changes in your life to reach your goals.

Do you feel like no one gets it? Better yet, no one gets YOU, not even yourself? Do you find yourself in the same cycles of bad habits, relationships, negative thoughts, personal crisis and just feel like the proverbial hamster on a wheel? Are you sick of the sound of your own voice saying you want things to change but they never do? Do you feel misunderstood and frustrated and maybe you're not sure what else to do or where else to turn? Do you feel like you've fallen into your life rather than created it? Maybe you feel like you want to change and don't know where to start? Do you want to feel seen, heard, healed, and hopeful?

My approach to counseling is to be warm and supportive. I strive to provide a safe and trusting environment. I incorporate elements of CBT, ACT and DBT to provide individual therapy for clients who are currently attending DBT or CBT group. Together we address harmful thoughts and behaviors that lead to depression, anxiety and substance use.

Welcome to Empathy First Therapeutic Services. I started this clinic as a way to provide support and guide clients through difficult times utilizing an empathy forward approach. I value providing a safe place for others to express themselves without judgment and with pure empathy and understanding. I have worked as an outpatient therapist for 10 years working with clients from all demographics and walks of life. As an outpatient therapist I have primarily worked with males ages 6-80 but welcome all!

Greetings, my name is Soncheray Hall. I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 10 years of experience. I started Fruitful Life Counseling Services to help individuals understand the "fruit" they bear. How are you showing up in the world-but most of all for yourself! Are you showing up for you at all? You have already taken the first step by searching for someone to talk to; you have started the process-But what now?

Accepting new clients. I understand how difficult it can be to entertain the idea that life can be different. It is my belief that therapy is a space for you to interrogate beliefs, regain a sense of agency, and to rewrite your story. I will work with you to gently explore the origins of beliefs that no longer serve you and use evidenced based therapy to empower you. Additionally, I work with couples and those in ENM relationships to improve communication, repair trust, reduce conflict, and, strengthen bonds. As a Black, gay man, I am especially interested in creating a welcoming space for clients from the LGBTQ+ community.

Are you in search of support? Are you struggling with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personal growth, life transitions, relationship conflict, multicultural issues, religion, spirituality, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or bipolar/mood disorders?

Thank you for taking the time to read about me and my approach to therapy. My goal is to help you feel validated and well-supported as you work on increasing your coping skills and gaining valuable insights about yourself, your situation and your options for moving forward. My style is interactive, collaborative and client-centered. I use a variety of evidence-based interventions to help my clients create lasting positive changes. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I spent 12 years working as a trauma-informed massage therapist, teacher and mentor in the bodywork community.