Domestic Abuse Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

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Thoughts & Emotions, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
It is my hope that in working with individuals to better meet their own goals, I am able to help them to live happier and more fulfilled lives. I look forward to meeting with you and exploring the different options to improving your life. Over the past 24 years I have worked extensively with adults struggling with depression & anxiety as well as adolescents, and their families. My practice, Thoughts & Emotions, LLC works with adults, adolescents, preteens and children. Please take a look at my website for more information regarding my experience and practice.
It is my hope that in working with individuals to better meet their own goals, I am able to help them to live happier and more fulfilled lives. I look forward to meeting with you and exploring the different options to improving your life. Over the past 24 years I have worked extensively with adults struggling with depression & anxiety as well as adolescents, and their families. My practice, Thoughts & Emotions, LLC works with adults, adolescents, preteens and children. Please take a look at my website for more information regarding my experience and practice.
(301) 450-7436 View (301) 450-7436
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Chika Igwe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904  (Online Only)
My speciality is in trauma-informed therapy for those with single incident or complex trauma including childhood trauma, trauma/chronic stress from racism and oppressive systems, and sexual and gender based violence.
I believe that the best way to help clients achieve their goals is through empathy and empowerment. Therapy is a collaborative team effort as the client is the expert in their life and experience and I, the therapist, am here to help you find the answers you need.
My speciality is in trauma-informed therapy for those with single incident or complex trauma including childhood trauma, trauma/chronic stress from racism and oppressive systems, and sexual and gender based violence.
I believe that the best way to help clients achieve their goals is through empathy and empowerment. Therapy is a collaborative team effort as the client is the expert in their life and experience and I, the therapist, am here to help you find the answers you need.
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Sheila Lucia Cuomo
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20903
I provide therapy to individuals, adults, adolescents, families & couples struggling with mental health disorders, poor communication, & issues that interfere with a quality of life and cohesiveness with others. I work with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, complex trauma & addictions. I use a person-centered approach to build a trusting relationship with my clients and offer a healing environment to begin the healing process. I strive to help individuals learn and develop useful tools, decrease maladaptive behaviors & help them change their distorted thinking that most often interferes with success.
I provide therapy to individuals, adults, adolescents, families & couples struggling with mental health disorders, poor communication, & issues that interfere with a quality of life and cohesiveness with others. I work with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, complex trauma & addictions. I use a person-centered approach to build a trusting relationship with my clients and offer a healing environment to begin the healing process. I strive to help individuals learn and develop useful tools, decrease maladaptive behaviors & help them change their distorted thinking that most often interferes with success.
(240) 713-5878 View (240) 713-5878
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Rivka Sidorsky & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
(339) 237-5976 View (339) 237-5976
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Laurette Eileen Harvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MEd
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Problems of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Couples' and Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Parenting; I can help.
With over 30 years of experience to offer, I'm pleased to say that most of my clients have been referred by their friends who are or have been clients. When mutual respect develops, it ensures the trust and comfort needed to address and resolve most problems. I have always felt blessed and privileged to be a therapist and to sit with someone who is grappling with some of the most meaningful aspects of their lives. When you contact me, I'll be happy to honestly explore whether or not this will be a good therapeutic relationship.
Problems of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Couples' and Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Parenting; I can help.
With over 30 years of experience to offer, I'm pleased to say that most of my clients have been referred by their friends who are or have been clients. When mutual respect develops, it ensures the trust and comfort needed to address and resolve most problems. I have always felt blessed and privileged to be a therapist and to sit with someone who is grappling with some of the most meaningful aspects of their lives. When you contact me, I'll be happy to honestly explore whether or not this will be a good therapeutic relationship.
(301) 804-6306 View (301) 804-6306
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Neda Kalafchi
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Neda has undergone specialized training in domestic violence and previously completed an internship at an outreach center in Chicago, counseling survivors of domestic violence.
Neda is a therapist at Washington Psychological Wellness. Through a multicultural lens, she is dedicated to assisting anyone seeking support. Neda takes a person-centered approach and draws from various therapeutic modalities, including ACT, to help individuals navigate relationship issues, depression, and other personal challenges. Though Neda sees a variety of clients, she has a particular interest in working with women and adolescent girls. She is committed to creating a safe and empowering environment where clients can foster self-love and navigate areas of personal growth.
Neda has undergone specialized training in domestic violence and previously completed an internship at an outreach center in Chicago, counseling survivors of domestic violence.
Neda is a therapist at Washington Psychological Wellness. Through a multicultural lens, she is dedicated to assisting anyone seeking support. Neda takes a person-centered approach and draws from various therapeutic modalities, including ACT, to help individuals navigate relationship issues, depression, and other personal challenges. Though Neda sees a variety of clients, she has a particular interest in working with women and adolescent girls. She is committed to creating a safe and empowering environment where clients can foster self-love and navigate areas of personal growth.
(240) 816-4472 View (240) 816-4472
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Petals Behavioral Health Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 298-7124 View (301) 298-7124
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Jacqueline Trombley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20904
I have over 12 years experience working with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and other relationship related challenges. I have a Level 1 and Level 2 trauma certificate from the Ferentz Institute and work with both childhood and adult trauma. I am also an Internal Family Systems Certified Therapist. Though trauma is my speciality, I have experience with a wide range of mental health issues. I have run several groups for adults and for teens in the Montgomery County school system. I offer video and in person sessions.
I have over 12 years experience working with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and other relationship related challenges. I have a Level 1 and Level 2 trauma certificate from the Ferentz Institute and work with both childhood and adult trauma. I am also an Internal Family Systems Certified Therapist. Though trauma is my speciality, I have experience with a wide range of mental health issues. I have run several groups for adults and for teens in the Montgomery County school system. I offer video and in person sessions.
(240) 348-6492 View (240) 348-6492
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Healing Harmony Health & Wellness with Shana LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
Trauma shatters your world and the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Finding your wellness requires having a therapist who understands your needs. We specialize in working with trauma and its related disorders. We bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for our clients. With children, we use play therapy and emotional regulation tools to facilitate and increase the child's wellness. For adolescents and adults, we create a warm self-honoring environment that increases in their ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, relationships, anxieties, and fears.
Trauma shatters your world and the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Finding your wellness requires having a therapist who understands your needs. We specialize in working with trauma and its related disorders. We bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for our clients. With children, we use play therapy and emotional regulation tools to facilitate and increase the child's wellness. For adolescents and adults, we create a warm self-honoring environment that increases in their ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, relationships, anxieties, and fears.
(240) 453-4828 View (240) 453-4828
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Jessica Pickens-Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
I'm a licensed clinical social worker, with experience in providing individual therapy to adults. I've worked primarily with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and various forms of trauma. I utilize a few modalities including narrative, person-centered, and relational therapy. My approach is one that is informed by compassion and the belief that everyone is equipped with internal resources to find their way to a life that feels healthier, happier, and more aligned with who they are and what they need.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker, with experience in providing individual therapy to adults. I've worked primarily with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and various forms of trauma. I utilize a few modalities including narrative, person-centered, and relational therapy. My approach is one that is informed by compassion and the belief that everyone is equipped with internal resources to find their way to a life that feels healthier, happier, and more aligned with who they are and what they need.
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Emily Coco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
(240) 852-1925 View (240) 852-1925
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The Blackest Sheep
Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Finding the ideal therapist is often a daunting task. I work with individuals who have felt misplaced, misrepresented, and misunderstood in most places by "creating space for the misfits." Clients seeking a genuine, nonjudgmental space to release and rehabilitate while growing into their greatest selves have found their place to land, and it is here.
Finding the ideal therapist is often a daunting task. I work with individuals who have felt misplaced, misrepresented, and misunderstood in most places by "creating space for the misfits." Clients seeking a genuine, nonjudgmental space to release and rehabilitate while growing into their greatest selves have found their place to land, and it is here.
(240) 221-5641 View (240) 221-5641
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Relational Excellence, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a different way to relate to the world? Are there areas in your life that you would like to change? Do you need help trying to find or take a different path? If so, come talk to the staff at Relational Excellence, LLC. We are a distinguished leader and provider of clinical services with medication management services. Our service offerings include individual and group options to help you meet your treatment needs. Our mission is to engage interactively and respectfully with every person, family, or agency that we come in contact with. We seek to inspire change in everyone that we serve.
Are you looking for a different way to relate to the world? Are there areas in your life that you would like to change? Do you need help trying to find or take a different path? If so, come talk to the staff at Relational Excellence, LLC. We are a distinguished leader and provider of clinical services with medication management services. Our service offerings include individual and group options to help you meet your treatment needs. Our mission is to engage interactively and respectfully with every person, family, or agency that we come in contact with. We seek to inspire change in everyone that we serve.
(202) 759-8061 View (202) 759-8061
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Leidy Magdalena Mena
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
¡Saludos! Soy una consejera Latina y bilingüe. Working collaboratively we can explore and develop strategies address your concerns and propel you towards your goals. Together we can help construct a better tomorrow, the tomorrow you and your loved ones always dreamed of.
¡Saludos! Soy una consejera Latina y bilingüe. Working collaboratively we can explore and develop strategies address your concerns and propel you towards your goals. Together we can help construct a better tomorrow, the tomorrow you and your loved ones always dreamed of.
(240) 661-0295 View (240) 661-0295
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Lynn Lynes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Lynn Lynes and I am a psychotherapist licensed to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. I have experience working with all ages, but my passion is working with teens and young adults; lots of young folks are experiencing Depression and suicide thoughts, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, substance abuse, PTSD, and/or Trauma. Most of us are resilient and can work through distressing events and overwhelming stress; however sometimes symptoms interfere with our ability to function to our full potential. That’s when it’s time to seek out an expert who can teach coping skills and provide a safe place to talk about stuff.
Hello! My name is Lynn Lynes and I am a psychotherapist licensed to practice in Virginia, Maryland, and DC. I have experience working with all ages, but my passion is working with teens and young adults; lots of young folks are experiencing Depression and suicide thoughts, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, substance abuse, PTSD, and/or Trauma. Most of us are resilient and can work through distressing events and overwhelming stress; however sometimes symptoms interfere with our ability to function to our full potential. That’s when it’s time to seek out an expert who can teach coping skills and provide a safe place to talk about stuff.
(703) 348-9734 View (703) 348-9734
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Georgina S Arhin
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.
There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.
(240) 713-5995 View (240) 713-5995
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Nancy Rabb
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20903
Nancy has over 20 years of experience providing individual, couples, and group therapy for people struggling with a variety of problems, including depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, relationship problems, parenting, addiction and substance abuse, eating disorders, and problematic anger.
Nancy understands that reaching out for help is difficult when you are hurting and not sure what to do about it. She offers a compassionate ear to listen and support you in finding freedom from your suffering. If you have been fighting with your painful thoughts and feelings, what if it were possible to step outside of that conflict? Nancy will assist you in finding peace and healing by helping you to see your difficulties with new clarity. She will teach you how to open up to your emotions and feel them completely, without giving over control of your choices to them.
Nancy has over 20 years of experience providing individual, couples, and group therapy for people struggling with a variety of problems, including depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, relationship problems, parenting, addiction and substance abuse, eating disorders, and problematic anger.
Nancy understands that reaching out for help is difficult when you are hurting and not sure what to do about it. She offers a compassionate ear to listen and support you in finding freedom from your suffering. If you have been fighting with your painful thoughts and feelings, what if it were possible to step outside of that conflict? Nancy will assist you in finding peace and healing by helping you to see your difficulties with new clarity. She will teach you how to open up to your emotions and feel them completely, without giving over control of your choices to them.
(410) 346-3767 View (410) 346-3767
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Kesta Medoit - Christian Counselor And Trauma Therapist
Counselor, MS, LGPC, NCC, CCTCP
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
If you have unresolved trauma or issues from a previous relationship, childhood, or unhealthy friendships that are causing you to mistrust others and even questioning your faith, you might benefit from trauma-informed therapy to help resolve these issues. I'm a National Board Certified Counselor and Certified Christian Trauma Care Provider passionate about assisting people to break free from the negative cycles preventing them from living an optimal life. I lean on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to guide my clients in managing their life stressors or symptoms more effectively to help enhance their quality of life.
If you have unresolved trauma or issues from a previous relationship, childhood, or unhealthy friendships that are causing you to mistrust others and even questioning your faith, you might benefit from trauma-informed therapy to help resolve these issues. I'm a National Board Certified Counselor and Certified Christian Trauma Care Provider passionate about assisting people to break free from the negative cycles preventing them from living an optimal life. I lean on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to guide my clients in managing their life stressors or symptoms more effectively to help enhance their quality of life.
(410) 498-7680 View (410) 498-7680
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Aiysha Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (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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Melanie B Ness LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901
A patient wrote this to me: "You are someone who knows the song in my heart, and could sing it back to me when I had forgotten the words." In my over 27 years of psychotherapy practice, I have learned several things: one is, in meeting with patients, to clear my mind (at least to try hard!) of all the theories and clinical orientations I have absorbed and to allow my emotions, mind, body, and considerable life experience to be present in our interactions. [Please note that I do NOT accept CareFirst BlueCHOICE, just PPO and Federal.]
A patient wrote this to me: "You are someone who knows the song in my heart, and could sing it back to me when I had forgotten the words." In my over 27 years of psychotherapy practice, I have learned several things: one is, in meeting with patients, to clear my mind (at least to try hard!) of all the theories and clinical orientations I have absorbed and to allow my emotions, mind, body, and considerable life experience to be present in our interactions. [Please note that I do NOT accept CareFirst BlueCHOICE, just PPO and Federal.]
(202) 688-5784 View (202) 688-5784

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Domestic Abuse Therapists

What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?

Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?

Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?

Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?

It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.