Emotionally Focused Therapists in Germantown, MD
Joshua Groah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
With nearly 15 years of experience working with adults and couples, my clients regain a sense of control and contentment through the use of evidence based practices like CBT, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Mindfulness and EMDR.
Often times we find reasons to devalue our own needs because acknowledging pain is hard. I encourage you to take this moment to put your happiness and well-being first. People reach out to me when they feel less in control of their lives. When stressful changes in life leave them feeling restless at night; they aren't able to turn off their mind. They often feel on edge, as if they might cry or lose their cool at any moment. It becomes difficult to feel joy from their usual pleasures. When clients sit down with me they want to regain a sense of normalcy and peace.
With nearly 15 years of experience working with adults and couples, my clients regain a sense of control and contentment through the use of evidence based practices like CBT, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Mindfulness and EMDR.
Often times we find reasons to devalue our own needs because acknowledging pain is hard. I encourage you to take this moment to put your happiness and well-being first. People reach out to me when they feel less in control of their lives. When stressful changes in life leave them feeling restless at night; they aren't able to turn off their mind. They often feel on edge, as if they might cry or lose their cool at any moment. It becomes difficult to feel joy from their usual pleasures. When clients sit down with me they want to regain a sense of normalcy and peace.
Hi, I'm Kitt! I'm the owner of Defiant Therapy, LLC, a practice that offers an affirming space for you to embrace "defiance" - a sense of trust in yourself that leads you to challenge expectations. I value creating space where you can discover your expansiveness, care for the parts of yourself that need tenderness and fierce compassion, and get clear about the change you need and the acceptance you deserve. I work with individuals (adults and adolescents), relationships of two or more, and families who want and need this radical space.
Hi, I'm Kitt! I'm the owner of Defiant Therapy, LLC, a practice that offers an affirming space for you to embrace "defiance" - a sense of trust in yourself that leads you to challenge expectations. I value creating space where you can discover your expansiveness, care for the parts of yourself that need tenderness and fierce compassion, and get clear about the change you need and the acceptance you deserve. I work with individuals (adults and adolescents), relationships of two or more, and families who want and need this radical space.
Elizabeth J Petrolle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20876
My practice offers a safe, warm, & non-judgmental environment for patients to open up their minds and become the best they can be. I use a strength's based approach to start by acknowledging what each patient does well; we build on that to address areas s/he is struggling in and establish goals to work towards. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities to help each patient get the individualized approach s/he needs to be successful.
My practice offers a safe, warm, & non-judgmental environment for patients to open up their minds and become the best they can be. I use a strength's based approach to start by acknowledging what each patient does well; we build on that to address areas s/he is struggling in and establish goals to work towards. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities to help each patient get the individualized approach s/he needs to be successful.
Nina Anagnostopoulos
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in working with adults who experience persistent anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma, family conflict, multicultural issues, and difficulty around life transitions. More specifically, I support clients with challenges around mood, assertiveness, self-esteem, boundary-setting, “people pleasing”, frequent guilt, neglect, or just not feeling good enough. I work especially well with those who have experienced unhealthy relationship dynamics, such as emotional abuse or manipulation. My background as a first-generation Greek-American has also contributed to my knowledge of and interest in cross-cultural concerns.
Welcome! I specialize in working with adults who experience persistent anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma, family conflict, multicultural issues, and difficulty around life transitions. More specifically, I support clients with challenges around mood, assertiveness, self-esteem, boundary-setting, “people pleasing”, frequent guilt, neglect, or just not feeling good enough. I work especially well with those who have experienced unhealthy relationship dynamics, such as emotional abuse or manipulation. My background as a first-generation Greek-American has also contributed to my knowledge of and interest in cross-cultural concerns.
Chris Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Are you considering reaching out for support? Could your teenager use some new ways of dealing with stress? Are you hoping for a change in your life? Does your adolescent need a safe place to talk? Do you want to live more fulfilled? There are many changes that come with life's seasons and we're proud to be here to help you navigate them. We help people develop a self-care plan to deal with stress, cope with grief or loss, deal with past traumatic experiences, and better manage anger. We can also help you to get along better with family members, improve your relationship with your spouse, and learn new coping skills.
Are you considering reaching out for support? Could your teenager use some new ways of dealing with stress? Are you hoping for a change in your life? Does your adolescent need a safe place to talk? Do you want to live more fulfilled? There are many changes that come with life's seasons and we're proud to be here to help you navigate them. We help people develop a self-care plan to deal with stress, cope with grief or loss, deal with past traumatic experiences, and better manage anger. We can also help you to get along better with family members, improve your relationship with your spouse, and learn new coping skills.
Andie Lozouski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Andie. I've helped people with their mental health recovery since the late 1980s. People have come to me feeling overwhelmed with challenging life circumstances or transitions. Some struggled to manage sadness, fear, ruminating thoughts, trauma, identity issues, relationship conflicts, unhealthy habits and more. Have you suffered in silence? Did you turn to others for support but they were too busy? Do they make suggestions without really hearing and acknowledging your feelings? Understanding and replacing ineffective patterns of thought/behavior takes time; it can be less overwhelming with guidance from a therapist.
Hi, I'm Andie. I've helped people with their mental health recovery since the late 1980s. People have come to me feeling overwhelmed with challenging life circumstances or transitions. Some struggled to manage sadness, fear, ruminating thoughts, trauma, identity issues, relationship conflicts, unhealthy habits and more. Have you suffered in silence? Did you turn to others for support but they were too busy? Do they make suggestions without really hearing and acknowledging your feelings? Understanding and replacing ineffective patterns of thought/behavior takes time; it can be less overwhelming with guidance from a therapist.
Kendra E Woolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20876
Kendra specializes in helping clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Her experience also included helping those who have experienced emotional and physical abuse, sexual trauma, parental/caregiver substance abuse issues, and an array of family issues.
Kendra specializes in helping clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Her experience also included helping those who have experienced emotional and physical abuse, sexual trauma, parental/caregiver substance abuse issues, and an array of family issues.
Sunghye Oh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20876
I have been working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and family for more than 20 years, in various, clinical, non-clinical settings; with transitional issues, adjustment issues, self esteem, emotional distress, behavioral issues, ADHD, grief, among others. I use an eclectic approach, and use ACT, Mindfulness, CBT, BT, Play Therapy, Client Centered, and Brief Solution Focused among others. I have been working with the belief that a healthy, balanced state of being is an acquired skill, and that every individual has sufficient inner strengths to be reminded/to be uncovered.
I have been working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and family for more than 20 years, in various, clinical, non-clinical settings; with transitional issues, adjustment issues, self esteem, emotional distress, behavioral issues, ADHD, grief, among others. I use an eclectic approach, and use ACT, Mindfulness, CBT, BT, Play Therapy, Client Centered, and Brief Solution Focused among others. I have been working with the belief that a healthy, balanced state of being is an acquired skill, and that every individual has sufficient inner strengths to be reminded/to be uncovered.
Shannon Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a warm and compassionate teammate to help you navigate a difficult life situation, mental health issue, or painful stressor? If you have reached the point where you realize you can't keep feeling this way, I'm here to listen, help you better define the issue and work with you at your pace to create a solution. I use empathy and humor to help individuals and families recognize their strengths and understand the barriers that may be in the way of change.
Are you looking for a warm and compassionate teammate to help you navigate a difficult life situation, mental health issue, or painful stressor? If you have reached the point where you realize you can't keep feeling this way, I'm here to listen, help you better define the issue and work with you at your pace to create a solution. I use empathy and humor to help individuals and families recognize their strengths and understand the barriers that may be in the way of change.
Life is filled with issues whether it is dealing with past adult or childhood traumas, the loss of a loved one, or battling with anxiety or depression we all need support and guidance with the most difficult of our circumstances. I am a Clinical Mental Health therapist with over 10 years of experience in counseling and crisis/ behavioral interventions to address the diverse needs of my clients. My treatment foundation is in Applied Behavioral Analytic therapy which involves behavioral interventions w/ CBT to use to address the needs of my mental health clients specifically to manage traumas and substance abuse.
Life is filled with issues whether it is dealing with past adult or childhood traumas, the loss of a loved one, or battling with anxiety or depression we all need support and guidance with the most difficult of our circumstances. I am a Clinical Mental Health therapist with over 10 years of experience in counseling and crisis/ behavioral interventions to address the diverse needs of my clients. My treatment foundation is in Applied Behavioral Analytic therapy which involves behavioral interventions w/ CBT to use to address the needs of my mental health clients specifically to manage traumas and substance abuse.
Kristen Woollery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20875 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself constantly anxious? Overthinking everything? Overwhelmed or stressed? Feeling like things are spiraling out of control? Uncertain of yourself or where life is going? Is it affecting your life, career, self-esteem, decisions, and relationships? Have you tried everything you could think of on your own and STILL feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or just STUCK on what's next? Well let me support you so you do not have to do it alone!
Do you find yourself constantly anxious? Overthinking everything? Overwhelmed or stressed? Feeling like things are spiraling out of control? Uncertain of yourself or where life is going? Is it affecting your life, career, self-esteem, decisions, and relationships? Have you tried everything you could think of on your own and STILL feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or just STUCK on what's next? Well let me support you so you do not have to do it alone!
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
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I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the DC (Maryland) area. My focus is to meet my clients where they are, whether they've been in therapy before or are seeking it for the first time.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the DC (Maryland) area. My focus is to meet my clients where they are, whether they've been in therapy before or are seeking it for the first time.
Do you feel stuck? Are you suffering with anxiety, depression, and negative thoughts and feelings? Our mission is to help heal your pain and move beyond these challenges. Together we will explore your concerns and develop a plan to help you heal and live the life you would like to live. Andrea and Carol have extensive clinical experience working with clients and helping them heal.
Do you feel stuck? Are you suffering with anxiety, depression, and negative thoughts and feelings? Our mission is to help heal your pain and move beyond these challenges. Together we will explore your concerns and develop a plan to help you heal and live the life you would like to live. Andrea and Carol have extensive clinical experience working with clients and helping them heal.
Natalie Edwards
Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20876 (Online Only)
Welcome and congrats to taking the first step in becoming the best version of yourself. We all know that life can be difficult but what better way to address life issues than to have someone with you on this journey who is understanding, non-judgmental, and compassionate.
Welcome and congrats to taking the first step in becoming the best version of yourself. We all know that life can be difficult but what better way to address life issues than to have someone with you on this journey who is understanding, non-judgmental, and compassionate.
Dr. Ali Koochek
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
My ideal client is willing to explore their emotions and experiences in a supportive environment. They might be dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem problems, or the aftermath of trauma. These clients need a safe space to express themselves, receive active listening, and develop effective coping strategies. For those who have experienced trauma, my approach is tailored to their unique needs. I prioritize creating a trusting relationship where clients feel secure enough to share their experiences. Using TFCBT interventions, I help them process and integrate their experiences to reduce distress and promote healing.
My ideal client is willing to explore their emotions and experiences in a supportive environment. They might be dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem problems, or the aftermath of trauma. These clients need a safe space to express themselves, receive active listening, and develop effective coping strategies. For those who have experienced trauma, my approach is tailored to their unique needs. I prioritize creating a trusting relationship where clients feel secure enough to share their experiences. Using TFCBT interventions, I help them process and integrate their experiences to reduce distress and promote healing.
I provide individual therapy for adults enable them to make the changes they envision in life. I assist clients struggling with job loss, significant health issues, life and social transitions, anxiety and depression following life changes, and living through a pandemic. I work with clients from differing backgrounds, ethnicities, and faith traditions, operating under many different family and relationship models. I have experience working with alternative relationship configurations, including polyamorous, kink, and other non-traditional practices. I work with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and engage in anti-racism and ally-ship.
I provide individual therapy for adults enable them to make the changes they envision in life. I assist clients struggling with job loss, significant health issues, life and social transitions, anxiety and depression following life changes, and living through a pandemic. I work with clients from differing backgrounds, ethnicities, and faith traditions, operating under many different family and relationship models. I have experience working with alternative relationship configurations, including polyamorous, kink, and other non-traditional practices. I work with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and engage in anti-racism and ally-ship.
How we respond or react to people, places or things both personally and professionally, can be traced back to our past, past hurts, past experiences, past trauma, etc., they are also indicators of whether we are surviving or thriving. The unhealed parts of our past, impact our ability to respond while thriving, causing reactions in order to survive, how are your unhealed parts showing up? In 2018, I graduated with a Master of Social Work degree concentrating in Public Health, from Morgan State University in Baltimore Maryland. As a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C), I have been in private practice for 4 years now.
How we respond or react to people, places or things both personally and professionally, can be traced back to our past, past hurts, past experiences, past trauma, etc., they are also indicators of whether we are surviving or thriving. The unhealed parts of our past, impact our ability to respond while thriving, causing reactions in order to survive, how are your unhealed parts showing up? In 2018, I graduated with a Master of Social Work degree concentrating in Public Health, from Morgan State University in Baltimore Maryland. As a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C), I have been in private practice for 4 years now.
Ruby Road
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LPCMH, LPC, CEAP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20876 (Online Only)
**NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS ON GrowTherapy & ALMA.** I feel life is a journey & not a destination. You are 1 STEP closer to a new you where you feel EMPOWERED and on a POSITIVE path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating & balanced. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying various approaches & techniques, we'll explore long-standing patterns & "stinking thinking" that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling & meaningful life.
**NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS ON GrowTherapy & ALMA.** I feel life is a journey & not a destination. You are 1 STEP closer to a new you where you feel EMPOWERED and on a POSITIVE path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating & balanced. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying various approaches & techniques, we'll explore long-standing patterns & "stinking thinking" that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling & meaningful life.
Lee Collins
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20876 (Online Only)
What would your life look like if you if your Mindset and Self-talk were positive ? If you awoke each day expecting to move towards your goals ? Would you like to view conflict and challenges as opportunities and not defeat ? There is a way forward ! Learn the process for changing your inner self-dialogue, identifying and replacing limiting beliefs, and utilizing your strengths to build empowering habits and fulfilling personal relationships.
What would your life look like if you if your Mindset and Self-talk were positive ? If you awoke each day expecting to move towards your goals ? Would you like to view conflict and challenges as opportunities and not defeat ? There is a way forward ! Learn the process for changing your inner self-dialogue, identifying and replacing limiting beliefs, and utilizing your strengths to build empowering habits and fulfilling personal relationships.
Rebekah Machiela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Life is hard. Things don’t go as we plan, and we can quickly find ourselves feeling overwhelmed with the stress of relationships and life transitions. There is hope; you are not alone. I am a caring presence available to listen and guide you through whatever life challenges you may be navigating and will help you emerge stronger, more self-aware, and more gracious with yourself.
Life is hard. Things don’t go as we plan, and we can quickly find ourselves feeling overwhelmed with the stress of relationships and life transitions. There is hope; you are not alone. I am a caring presence available to listen and guide you through whatever life challenges you may be navigating and will help you emerge stronger, more self-aware, and more gracious with yourself.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.