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Katelyn Alcamo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Family Therapy Center of Bethesda offers individual, couple, child, and family therapy.
Are you worried that your child is anxious, depressed or having difficulty navigating peer relationships? Are you struggling with parenting a teenager? Do you feel disconnected from your partner and find yourself wondering where the passion went? Relationships can be both the most rewarding and most challenging aspects of our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, couples, and families. I provide a safe and supportive place where you are empowered to reach your personal and relationship goals. Together we can help you find balance, enrichment, and happiness in your life.
Family Therapy Center of Bethesda offers individual, couple, child, and family therapy.
Are you worried that your child is anxious, depressed or having difficulty navigating peer relationships? Are you struggling with parenting a teenager? Do you feel disconnected from your partner and find yourself wondering where the passion went? Relationships can be both the most rewarding and most challenging aspects of our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, couples, and families. I provide a safe and supportive place where you are empowered to reach your personal and relationship goals. Together we can help you find balance, enrichment, and happiness in your life.
(240) 949-7990 View (240) 949-7990
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Toni Session
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I am experienced in providing Marriage, Couples and Family Therapy and in crisis intervention with children ages 5-18 years old.
Hi there, I am Toni. One word used to describe me would be genuine. I am a therapist and life coach who is all about her client. My goal is to learn everything I can about you so I can help you become your best self. I practice from a person-centered approach with a focus in Solution Focused Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Also, by listening and building a therapeutic alliance with you. I incorporate techniques specifically catered to you. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to work with you.
I am experienced in providing Marriage, Couples and Family Therapy and in crisis intervention with children ages 5-18 years old.
Hi there, I am Toni. One word used to describe me would be genuine. I am a therapist and life coach who is all about her client. My goal is to learn everything I can about you so I can help you become your best self. I practice from a person-centered approach with a focus in Solution Focused Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Also, by listening and building a therapeutic alliance with you. I incorporate techniques specifically catered to you. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to work with you.
(240) 641-1047 View (240) 641-1047
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Samantha Congdon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I am Sam Congdon, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist providing teletherapy in the states of Maryland, Virginia and California. My speciality is with adolescents, teens, young adults, and college students. I also have experience with adults, couples and families utilizing a collaborative approach to fit each client's individual needs. I grew up in California and went to school at the California State University of Chico, where I received my Bachelors of Art in Psychology, and Master's of Science in Marriage Family Therapy. My goal is to help you, be your best you.
I am Sam Congdon, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist providing teletherapy in the states of Maryland, Virginia and California. My speciality is with adolescents, teens, young adults, and college students. I also have experience with adults, couples and families utilizing a collaborative approach to fit each client's individual needs. I grew up in California and went to school at the California State University of Chico, where I received my Bachelors of Art in Psychology, and Master's of Science in Marriage Family Therapy. My goal is to help you, be your best you.
(240) 713-5748 x105 View (240) 713-5748 x105
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Danielle Bostic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I am here to support you in your journey to achieving a life of emotional, mental and spiritual wellness!
I am here to support you in your journey to achieving a life of emotional, mental and spiritual wellness!
(410) 873-9656 View (410) 873-9656
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Rivka Sidorsky & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
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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Candice Peggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Adult individual, couples, and family therapy.
Welcome! My job is to use my knowledge and skills to enhance what's already working for you. Areas of focus: Work stress, worries, sleep issues, health challenges, grief and loss, parenting support, guilt and shame, career and life transitions. My work emphasizes mind/body awareness to create health and healing. I've worked with clients who are completely new to therapy and those who have tried working with different therapists. My intention is to help you heal and rediscover your voice.
Adult individual, couples, and family therapy.
Welcome! My job is to use my knowledge and skills to enhance what's already working for you. Areas of focus: Work stress, worries, sleep issues, health challenges, grief and loss, parenting support, guilt and shame, career and life transitions. My work emphasizes mind/body awareness to create health and healing. I've worked with clients who are completely new to therapy and those who have tried working with different therapists. My intention is to help you heal and rediscover your voice.
(240) 213-9096 View (240) 213-9096
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Dr. Jay Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in other states as well. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others worldwide, I can help you.
My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in other states as well. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others worldwide, I can help you.
(240) 716-6992 View (240) 716-6992
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Natalia Alvarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Maryland. After receiving my Master's degree in clinical social work from Columbia University, I worked as a clinical team lead and primary therapist in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings for eating disorders. My passion for treating eating disorders, disordered relationships with food and movement, body image, relationship issues, and other co-occurring emotional disorders - including anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma/PTSD, stems from years of working with individuals, families, and couples of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Maryland. After receiving my Master's degree in clinical social work from Columbia University, I worked as a clinical team lead and primary therapist in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings for eating disorders. My passion for treating eating disorders, disordered relationships with food and movement, body image, relationship issues, and other co-occurring emotional disorders - including anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma/PTSD, stems from years of working with individuals, families, and couples of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
(240) 410-1658 View (240) 410-1658
Metropolitan Family Connect PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LICSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
As Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, we offer individual & family therapy for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
As Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers, we offer individual & family therapy for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
Are you having a hard time dealing with the struggles and adversity in your life? Do you have a difficult time handling stressful situation and anxious moments? Are you in need of someone to speak one but are unable to articulate your feelings? If so, then perhaps therapy or some combination of different approaches might be right for you! We offer supportive and non - judgmental spaces to provide a client centered and strength based session. Our areas of expertise include: experiencing loss, depression, trauma, anger management, anxiety, low self esteem, medical and other mental health behavioral health challenges.
(202) 519-1238 View (202) 519-1238
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Nina Tracy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
In my work I pull from a wide array of modalities including Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strategic Family Therapy, Solution Focused, and Intergenerational Family therapy. I have worked with children as young as four years old, teens, young adults, couples, and all kinds of families.  My experience includes providing therapy in a multitude of settings including Intensive In-Home, outpatient clinics, and private practice. In my over five years of clinical practice, I have worked with families where addiction is present.
In my work I pull from a wide array of modalities including Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strategic Family Therapy, Solution Focused, and Intergenerational Family therapy. I have worked with children as young as four years old, teens, young adults, couples, and all kinds of families.  My experience includes providing therapy in a multitude of settings including Intensive In-Home, outpatient clinics, and private practice. In my over five years of clinical practice, I have worked with families where addiction is present.
(240) 312-2564 View (240) 312-2564
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Abba Florans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Are you looking for someone to understand and be there for the teen or young adult in your life? Hi, I am Abba. I am friendly, encouraging, and compassionate. I see clients 12 and up experiencing difficulties at school and/or in their family settings. I spend a lot of time working with children and teens in various settings, providing me with a holistic picture of the daily challenges children and teens face. My passion is to help teens/young adults feel that they have someone who understands them and is in their corner as they navigate the complexities of the crucial developmental years.
Are you looking for someone to understand and be there for the teen or young adult in your life? Hi, I am Abba. I am friendly, encouraging, and compassionate. I see clients 12 and up experiencing difficulties at school and/or in their family settings. I spend a lot of time working with children and teens in various settings, providing me with a holistic picture of the daily challenges children and teens face. My passion is to help teens/young adults feel that they have someone who understands them and is in their corner as they navigate the complexities of the crucial developmental years.
(240) 684-8016 View (240) 684-8016
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Maxine Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping women to realize and actualize their personal and professional goals. I counseling clients through major life transitions that lead to feelings of burnout or chronic stress. I work with clients who are looking to grow a deeper understanding of themselves by asking thoughtful questions that encourage personal development. If you have ever struggled with self-care, self-discovery, or self-compassion, this is a safe space to explore those relationships. I am a neurodivergent affirming practitioner who emphasizes the importance of whole body wellness for clients living with ADHD, anxiety and/or HSP.
I specialize in helping women to realize and actualize their personal and professional goals. I counseling clients through major life transitions that lead to feelings of burnout or chronic stress. I work with clients who are looking to grow a deeper understanding of themselves by asking thoughtful questions that encourage personal development. If you have ever struggled with self-care, self-discovery, or self-compassion, this is a safe space to explore those relationships. I am a neurodivergent affirming practitioner who emphasizes the importance of whole body wellness for clients living with ADHD, anxiety and/or HSP.
(786) 244-7347 View (786) 244-7347
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Hillary Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
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.
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
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Danielle Blessing Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
We see individuals, families and couples in DC, MD, VA, PA, and FL. We provide an encouraging, warm and open environment to help learn more about yourself and heal from the root up. We identify when negative patterns began and guide you to lead a happier and more peaceful life.
We see individuals, families and couples in DC, MD, VA, PA, and FL. We provide an encouraging, warm and open environment to help learn more about yourself and heal from the root up. We identify when negative patterns began and guide you to lead a happier and more peaceful life.
(202) 569-8845 View (202) 569-8845
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Stephanie Helwig
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Feeling chronic negative emotions such as sadness, anger, anxiety, or loneliness is often a sign that something in our relationships has gone awry. By the time we attend psychotherapy, the task of altering our relationships may feel difficult or impossible to navigate alone. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how your early relationships impact your personality, worldview, attachment, perceptions, and coping mechanisms. Through compassion, challenge and sometimes humor, I aim to help my patients gain insight, learn new ways of relating to others, and implement change in order to heal, grow, and flourish.
Feeling chronic negative emotions such as sadness, anger, anxiety, or loneliness is often a sign that something in our relationships has gone awry. By the time we attend psychotherapy, the task of altering our relationships may feel difficult or impossible to navigate alone. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how your early relationships impact your personality, worldview, attachment, perceptions, and coping mechanisms. Through compassion, challenge and sometimes humor, I aim to help my patients gain insight, learn new ways of relating to others, and implement change in order to heal, grow, and flourish.
(202) 677-3546 View (202) 677-3546
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Annie Bertran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Hi everyone! I believe in providing a safe and supportive environment where I will collaborate with you to meet your goals by learning and practicing new skills to apply to your daily life. Throughout my career, I have learned how to remain calm no matter the crisis and provide a steady emotional rock for my clients to lean on throughout the difficult times in their lives. I work with a variety of clients with all types of struggles and needs. I provide a safe space to work through these and teach skills to manage the struggles that come in life. In-Person sessions are joined by my certified therapy dog, Bennet.
Hi everyone! I believe in providing a safe and supportive environment where I will collaborate with you to meet your goals by learning and practicing new skills to apply to your daily life. Throughout my career, I have learned how to remain calm no matter the crisis and provide a steady emotional rock for my clients to lean on throughout the difficult times in their lives. I work with a variety of clients with all types of struggles and needs. I provide a safe space to work through these and teach skills to manage the struggles that come in life. In-Person sessions are joined by my certified therapy dog, Bennet.
(240) 512-8428 View (240) 512-8428
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Melanie Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Many of us have trouble making decisions or deepening relationships, because we learned to connect with others needs above our own. While this was adaptive, it can lead to disappointment and resentment. I work with individuals and couples stuck in this cycle. Since change doesn't occur spontaneously, time is dedicated to your patterns and how they are impacting your relationships both positively & negatively.
Many of us have trouble making decisions or deepening relationships, because we learned to connect with others needs above our own. While this was adaptive, it can lead to disappointment and resentment. I work with individuals and couples stuck in this cycle. Since change doesn't occur spontaneously, time is dedicated to your patterns and how they are impacting your relationships both positively & negatively.
(301) 685-7872 View (301) 685-7872
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Georgina S Arhin
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I employ cognitive-behavioral, family systems, psychodynamic, short-term solution focus, supportive reflection, dialectical behavior, grief and loss therapy, and mindfulness models in my practice.
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.
I employ cognitive-behavioral, family systems, psychodynamic, short-term solution focus, supportive reflection, dialectical behavior, grief and loss therapy, and mindfulness models in my practice.
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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Gabriel Chernoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Is your life a source of difficulty, are you wondering if you can manage alone? Are you struggling to make sense of your relationships in the face of ever changing responsibilities? These are some of the reasons people come to me to seek help and support. I offer therapy that addresses thoughts and feelings, coping strategies, mindfulness, and past patterns. I adjust my approach to each person individually to provide the best support possible. My goal is to create the opportunity for healing and growth for you. I work with men and women, individually and in couples therapy.
Is your life a source of difficulty, are you wondering if you can manage alone? Are you struggling to make sense of your relationships in the face of ever changing responsibilities? These are some of the reasons people come to me to seek help and support. I offer therapy that addresses thoughts and feelings, coping strategies, mindfulness, and past patterns. I adjust my approach to each person individually to provide the best support possible. My goal is to create the opportunity for healing and growth for you. I work with men and women, individually and in couples therapy.
(240) 202-2747 View (240) 202-2747
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First Steps Psychological Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
First Steps Psychological Services, is a high quality mental healthcare practice that provides psychotherapeutic services to teens aged 13+, individual adults, couples and families. Our treatment philosophy starts with the belief that psychotherapy is a collaborative process which aims to foster positive change, and in turn leads to an improved quality of life. Psychotherapy can help you navigate through the self-discovery process to gain insight into difficult issues, determine their root causes and learn effective problem solving skills. First Steps provides therapy in a safe, open and warm environment.
First Steps Psychological Services, is a high quality mental healthcare practice that provides psychotherapeutic services to teens aged 13+, individual adults, couples and families. Our treatment philosophy starts with the belief that psychotherapy is a collaborative process which aims to foster positive change, and in turn leads to an improved quality of life. Psychotherapy can help you navigate through the self-discovery process to gain insight into difficult issues, determine their root causes and learn effective problem solving skills. First Steps provides therapy in a safe, open and warm environment.
(240) 698-2260 View (240) 698-2260
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.