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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Dana Payes

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C (she, her)

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Silver Spring, MD 20910
Let's Connect (240) 366-2710
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Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to visit my page! Whether you are just beginning your therapy journey, find yourself searching for help with continued healing or are you getting back in touch with yourself after time away from therapy, I would like to be there for you to help! I work with clients aged preteen-adulthood who have experienced trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, and learning disabilities. Additionally, I work with individuals in transitional life stages and caregivers who want to work through challenges in parenting/caretaking and also hope to prioritize their own mental health or life challenges.
I am a trauma informed, client centered therapist. I value that treatment is not a "one size fits all" process. I use psychodynamic approaches, mindfulness practices, Internal Family Systems, and attachment work in sessions in order to help clients cope through their unique challenges. No problem is too big or small to bring into therapy.
I hope to be a compassionate support for you and a listening ear. I will offer guidance, resources, and tools in order for you to begin setting and accomplishing your therapeutic goals. I am dedicated to partnering with you, so that you feel comfortable in processing the hard stuff and embracing the good stuff.
Call or Dana Payes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 366-2710

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Silver Spring, MD 20910

(240) 366-2710
I am accepting new clients online: we can meet from the comfort of your safe space. I have morning and after work/school hours available.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Life Transitions and Stress 
$180 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (240) 366-2710
Photo of Dana Payes, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Silver Spring, MD 20910

(240) 366-2710
I am accepting new clients online: we can meet from the comfort of your safe space. I have morning and after work/school hours available.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Life Transitions and Stress 
$180 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am an out of network provider. I am happy to help provide guidance, support, and superbills for insurance reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
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I am an out of network provider. I am happy to help provide guidance, support, and superbills for insurance reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 21104 Dana Payes
  • In Practice for 9 Years
  • License: District of Columbia Department of Health Regulation and Licensing Administration LC200002074 / 2023
  • Attended The Catholic University of America, Graduated 2015
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I am a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland and Washington, DC.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
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I am a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland and Washington, DC.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Mood Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Positivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with clients to address mental health concerns and better overall functioning. During initial sessions, I aim to build trust and a therapeutic alliance in order to create a safe space to begin processing complex emotions. My hope is that we can collaborate, create a plan, and move forward in managing and coping with symptoms.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
Photo of Dana Payes, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
"
I work with clients to address mental health concerns and better overall functioning. During initial sessions, I aim to build trust and a therapeutic alliance in order to create a safe space to begin processing complex emotions. My hope is that we can collaborate, create a plan, and move forward in managing and coping with symptoms.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French

Religion

Jewish

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

I also speak

French

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a psychodynamic, client centered approach to therapy. I meet you where you are; sometimes we look to our past to understand our life experiences and sometimes we must become mindful of our current stressors in order to understand present needs. I also apply an Internal Family Systems approach and encourage exploration of the different parts of you that create the integral whole self.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
Photo of Dana Payes, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
"
I use a psychodynamic, client centered approach to therapy. I meet you where you are; sometimes we look to our past to understand our life experiences and sometimes we must become mindful of our current stressors in order to understand present needs. I also apply an Internal Family Systems approach and encourage exploration of the different parts of you that create the integral whole self.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 366-2710
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Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C

Location

Primary Location

Silver Spring, MD 20910

(240) 366-2710
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I am accepting new clients online: we can meet from the comfort of your safe space. I have morning and after work/school hours available.
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 366-2710
Photo of Dana Payes, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
"
I am accepting new clients online: we can meet from the comfort of your safe space. I have morning and after work/school hours available.
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 366-2710
Photo of Dana Payes, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dana Payes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C