Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Aspen Hill, MD
Deborah Gioia Hasick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aspen Hill, MD 20906 (Online Only)
I have been trained in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-supported behavioral therapies that benefit adults of all ages.
Hi! Have you been struggling with feeling sad, irrititated, hopelessness, worried or anxious? Are things not going well for you recently in your life? You have made the right decision to seek help and also you have come to the right place. When depression, anxiety and other conditions cloud our minds, it will hinder our ability to focus and problem solve, which leaves us stuck in that state of mind. My goals is to help you pull through that state of mind.
I have been trained in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and other evidence-supported behavioral therapies that benefit adults of all ages.
Hi! Have you been struggling with feeling sad, irrititated, hopelessness, worried or anxious? Are things not going well for you recently in your life? You have made the right decision to seek help and also you have come to the right place. When depression, anxiety and other conditions cloud our minds, it will hinder our ability to focus and problem solve, which leaves us stuck in that state of mind. My goals is to help you pull through that state of mind.
Sonia Salmon-Gayle
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Aspen Hill, MD 20906 (Online Only)
Salmon-Gayle is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), health advocate, strategist, and doctoral candidate in health psychology. With an educational background in pastoral counseling, she incorporates the spiritual beliefs of her clients into the therapeutic process. With a focus on couple’s counseling she believes communication, validation and connectedness are the areas that builds the bridge to a healthy fun loving relationships. Ms Salmon- Gayle celebrates the client's increased self-awareness, acceptance, and authentic growth throughout the therapeutic process.
Salmon-Gayle is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), health advocate, strategist, and doctoral candidate in health psychology. With an educational background in pastoral counseling, she incorporates the spiritual beliefs of her clients into the therapeutic process. With a focus on couple’s counseling she believes communication, validation and connectedness are the areas that builds the bridge to a healthy fun loving relationships. Ms Salmon- Gayle celebrates the client's increased self-awareness, acceptance, and authentic growth throughout the therapeutic process.
Sheri T Brown
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MSW, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Aspen Hill, MD 20906
Be encouraged! In the span of everyone's life there are "Kairos Moments," moments of decision, moments of action, moments of change - destiny changing opportunities. Life presents challenges. Are you stuck in a cycle of emotional turmoil; grappling with grief; weighed down by worry; racking your brain, trying to handle a relationship problem, with a family member, friend or co-worker? In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer professional service, proven methods and personalized approaches to address your individual need. Together we'll work to take hold of "Life-Changing Moments," and position you to attain your goals and live life to the fullest.
Be encouraged! In the span of everyone's life there are "Kairos Moments," moments of decision, moments of action, moments of change - destiny changing opportunities. Life presents challenges. Are you stuck in a cycle of emotional turmoil; grappling with grief; weighed down by worry; racking your brain, trying to handle a relationship problem, with a family member, friend or co-worker? In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer professional service, proven methods and personalized approaches to address your individual need. Together we'll work to take hold of "Life-Changing Moments," and position you to attain your goals and live life to the fullest.
Heidi Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CAGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aspen Hill, MD 20906
Grief is a deep sorrow we experience after we are faced with losses in our lives. These losses can be because of someone we knew and loved, or a life transition. These losses can be expected, such as a loved one dying from an illness, or sudden, such as someone dying by suicide. Regardless of the reasons for the grief, everybody grieves differently. It is important to also remember that loss and grief are not only the result of a death. Many people grieve due life changes such as the loss of a job, a marriage etc..
Grief is a deep sorrow we experience after we are faced with losses in our lives. These losses can be because of someone we knew and loved, or a life transition. These losses can be expected, such as a loved one dying from an illness, or sudden, such as someone dying by suicide. Regardless of the reasons for the grief, everybody grieves differently. It is important to also remember that loss and grief are not only the result of a death. Many people grieve due life changes such as the loss of a job, a marriage etc..
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Sha-Ron Haddock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
Sha-Ron Haddock has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997. She has worked in the Mental Health field for the past 28 years. Her approach combines cognitive behavioral , client-centered, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing modalities. She works with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, stress, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting problems, and career challenges.
Sha-Ron Haddock has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997. She has worked in the Mental Health field for the past 28 years. Her approach combines cognitive behavioral , client-centered, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing modalities. She works with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, stress, self-esteem, relationship issues, parenting problems, and career challenges.
I will be solution-focused and encourage you through DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes unhealthy patterns and is ready to make a change, whether this is a disruption in day-to-day functioning, relationships, self-esteem, or addiction. Even if your goal isn't clear at the moment, I will help guide you along the way until you're able to see the finish line you envision. Clients should be ready to be challenged and encouraged to get outside of their comfort zone.
I will be solution-focused and encourage you through DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes unhealthy patterns and is ready to make a change, whether this is a disruption in day-to-day functioning, relationships, self-esteem, or addiction. Even if your goal isn't clear at the moment, I will help guide you along the way until you're able to see the finish line you envision. Clients should be ready to be challenged and encouraged to get outside of their comfort zone.
My doctorate focuses on Women's Issues and I have additional training in family therapy and motivational interviewing.
TELETHERAPY AND In-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to understand her past, seeing how it impacts the present and deciding how to improve her future. I like to work with families and couples to improve communication. I have extensive experience in assessing and treating psychiatric issues with adolescents.
My doctorate focuses on Women's Issues and I have additional training in family therapy and motivational interviewing.
TELETHERAPY AND In-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to understand her past, seeing how it impacts the present and deciding how to improve her future. I like to work with families and couples to improve communication. I have extensive experience in assessing and treating psychiatric issues with adolescents.
Jasmine J Grant
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC-S, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS, I have a profound passion to help clients with life events, transitions, challenges, and their personal growth. I provide a safe environment, positive support, and guidance to help you reach your goals. My practice style is an integrative mix of person-centered, solution focused, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior, and attachment based therapy. The development of a safe and collaborative relationship serves as the foundation for positive and lasting change.
TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS, I have a profound passion to help clients with life events, transitions, challenges, and their personal growth. I provide a safe environment, positive support, and guidance to help you reach your goals. My practice style is an integrative mix of person-centered, solution focused, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior, and attachment based therapy. The development of a safe and collaborative relationship serves as the foundation for positive and lasting change.
Kemisola Ayiloge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker/therapist who operates from a holistic viewpoint. This approach recognizes that there are several parts of ourselves (physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental) that require careful attention and care to thrive. In making sure these parts of ourselves are well taken care of, we are able to form a better relationship with ourselves and those around us. I offer non-traditional/mindfulness therapy approaches as well as evidence based therapies that include but are not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am a licensed clinical social worker/therapist who operates from a holistic viewpoint. This approach recognizes that there are several parts of ourselves (physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental) that require careful attention and care to thrive. In making sure these parts of ourselves are well taken care of, we are able to form a better relationship with ourselves and those around us. I offer non-traditional/mindfulness therapy approaches as well as evidence based therapies that include but are not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Kenya Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
My name is Kenya Brown, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing services to a diverse population. I am honored to be chosen to partner with you in your journey of managing your mental health in the midst of life challenges. I use a person-centered approach to working with clients pulling in cognitive behavioral tools and motivational interviewing techniques. I am comfortable working with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds with a ranged of mental health concerns.
My name is Kenya Brown, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing services to a diverse population. I am honored to be chosen to partner with you in your journey of managing your mental health in the midst of life challenges. I use a person-centered approach to working with clients pulling in cognitive behavioral tools and motivational interviewing techniques. I am comfortable working with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds with a ranged of mental health concerns.
Joseph C Melendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
Joseph utilizes various approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gottman Training and Parent Management Training.
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
Joseph utilizes various approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gottman Training and Parent Management Training.
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
James DeMaio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
I take a trauma-informed approach to my therapy and utilize a strength based approach using Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, CBT, and psychoeducation as my primary therapy methods.
Are you struggling with stress from work, family relationships, addictions, or life transitions? Have you suffered loss of a child, parent, friend or significant other? You don't need to bare your burden alone. Life is filled with ups and downs, and therapy can be a valuable tool in building upon your own strengths to cope with challenges. With a diverse background in social work with families, post-incarceration, addictions, job searching and job coaching, I am experienced working with clients dealing with loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
I take a trauma-informed approach to my therapy and utilize a strength based approach using Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, CBT, and psychoeducation as my primary therapy methods.
Are you struggling with stress from work, family relationships, addictions, or life transitions? Have you suffered loss of a child, parent, friend or significant other? You don't need to bare your burden alone. Life is filled with ups and downs, and therapy can be a valuable tool in building upon your own strengths to cope with challenges. With a diverse background in social work with families, post-incarceration, addictions, job searching and job coaching, I am experienced working with clients dealing with loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Natalie Osoria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906
She takes an integrative approach to treatment, utilizing a variety of clinical techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, and strengths-based methods.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
She takes an integrative approach to treatment, utilizing a variety of clinical techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, and strengths-based methods.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Primarily, I implement Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy in working with families, the Gottman Method with couples and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing with individuals.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. When thinking about the stages of change, I prefer to meet clients where they are; and am willing to work at a pace they feel comfortable with at the start of treatment. Individuals come to treatment with a myriad of goals and needs. Specific issues may be difficult to pinpoint. However, one of my goals in the overall process is to see clients who are open to changing their current dynamic or patterns, with the hope of a more favorable outcome.
Primarily, I implement Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy in working with families, the Gottman Method with couples and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing with individuals.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. When thinking about the stages of change, I prefer to meet clients where they are; and am willing to work at a pace they feel comfortable with at the start of treatment. Individuals come to treatment with a myriad of goals and needs. Specific issues may be difficult to pinpoint. However, one of my goals in the overall process is to see clients who are open to changing their current dynamic or patterns, with the hope of a more favorable outcome.
Different techniques are incorporated from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief Counseling.
There are many things we endure throughout our lives. Some of which we may have a difficult time navigating. I am a Trini-American, Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor with a Master of Education in School Counseling from Bowie State University. I believe in in creating a safe space to allow clients to feel comfortable during their most vulnerable moments. As a therapist, my goal is to help clients find healthy ways of coping and adapting to the many things life throws at us.
Different techniques are incorporated from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief Counseling.
There are many things we endure throughout our lives. Some of which we may have a difficult time navigating. I am a Trini-American, Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor with a Master of Education in School Counseling from Bowie State University. I believe in in creating a safe space to allow clients to feel comfortable during their most vulnerable moments. As a therapist, my goal is to help clients find healthy ways of coping and adapting to the many things life throws at us.
My approach utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-based & Solution-Focused Therapy.
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.
My approach utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-based & Solution-Focused Therapy.
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.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Silver Spring
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Brandon Jackson-Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Brandon is a mental health therapist passionate about helping community members fulfill their mental wellness goals. Brandon’s clinical experiences are extensive & include work as a psychiatric technician helping youth survivors of sexual trauma, an event coordinator, vocational trainer, & life skills coordinator for the Latin American Youth Center, as well as social worker & program manager for a semi-independent living program in PG County, Maryland. He concentrated his education in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Motivational Interviewing (MI), which he integrates in therapy.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Brandon is a mental health therapist passionate about helping community members fulfill their mental wellness goals. Brandon’s clinical experiences are extensive & include work as a psychiatric technician helping youth survivors of sexual trauma, an event coordinator, vocational trainer, & life skills coordinator for the Latin American Youth Center, as well as social worker & program manager for a semi-independent living program in PG County, Maryland. He concentrated his education in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Motivational Interviewing (MI), which he integrates in therapy.
Speak Healing Therapy, LLC
Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
Overwhelmed. Overstimulated. Drained. Unmotivated. Unrecognizable yet functioning. You know those feelings all too well and at times question the point of it all. You frequently question yourself about what changes need to be made and/or how to make those changes, yet you have no idea where to begin. You truly desire to live a life that excites, motivates, and inspires you to be authentically yourself. You crave to know and understand "that thing" that holds you back from showing up as the version of yourself you've always wanted to be and are tired of living a life that no longer suits you.
Overwhelmed. Overstimulated. Drained. Unmotivated. Unrecognizable yet functioning. You know those feelings all too well and at times question the point of it all. You frequently question yourself about what changes need to be made and/or how to make those changes, yet you have no idea where to begin. You truly desire to live a life that excites, motivates, and inspires you to be authentically yourself. You crave to know and understand "that thing" that holds you back from showing up as the version of yourself you've always wanted to be and are tired of living a life that no longer suits you.
Deitra Fant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , NCC , LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.