Adults Therapists in Bethesda, MD
Terah Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Welcome— I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Terah Ryan, a Clinical Social Worker and therapist in Maryland and the District of Columbia. It’s my commitment to create a safe place for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, patterns, and relationships to create a more meaningful self. I work with adults of all ages experiencing concerns such as chronic illness, grief, loss, relationship or family issues, anxiety, and troublesome or stressful life transitions. My clients find me to be supportive, collaborative, and direct. I also have substantial experience working with healthcare professionals and supporting caregivers of loved ones.
Welcome— I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Terah Ryan, a Clinical Social Worker and therapist in Maryland and the District of Columbia. It’s my commitment to create a safe place for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, patterns, and relationships to create a more meaningful self. I work with adults of all ages experiencing concerns such as chronic illness, grief, loss, relationship or family issues, anxiety, and troublesome or stressful life transitions. My clients find me to be supportive, collaborative, and direct. I also have substantial experience working with healthcare professionals and supporting caregivers of loved ones.
In my practice, I provide psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, and parents, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders.
What if life's stressors could feel a bit more manageable? What if we could set ambitious, yet realistic goals and accomplish them one-by-one? Despite all of the stressors facing us on a day-to-day basis, positive change is attainable. My approach to therapy is strength-based and involves a warm, collaborative process in which we assess barriers to success, set realistic goals, and monitor progress over time.
In my practice, I provide psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, and parents, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders.
What if life's stressors could feel a bit more manageable? What if we could set ambitious, yet realistic goals and accomplish them one-by-one? Despite all of the stressors facing us on a day-to-day basis, positive change is attainable. My approach to therapy is strength-based and involves a warm, collaborative process in which we assess barriers to success, set realistic goals, and monitor progress over time.
Andrea Arias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and couples who are going through a challenging time in their life or trying to make sense of negative experiences.
Are you feeling stuck and needing a change? Tired of experiencing restlessness due to the worries? Whether you're going through a sudden unexpected event or you're looking to revisit old habits that are no longer serving you, I'm here to help. I am a compassionate, warm, genuine, and caring professional who honors the entire spectrum of the human experience. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and authentic therapeutic relationship to support healing.
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and couples who are going through a challenging time in their life or trying to make sense of negative experiences.
Are you feeling stuck and needing a change? Tired of experiencing restlessness due to the worries? Whether you're going through a sudden unexpected event or you're looking to revisit old habits that are no longer serving you, I'm here to help. I am a compassionate, warm, genuine, and caring professional who honors the entire spectrum of the human experience. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and authentic therapeutic relationship to support healing.
Erin Hodge-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20811 (Online Only)
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in both clinical and non-clinical settings, I specialize in working with pre-teens and adults. I am committed to helping people navigate life challenges by developing the tools & strategies needed to cope and realize their potential. My practice philosophy is that individuals hold the key to their own healing. I have extensive experience helping people to manage and overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma so that they may live fuller lives. I create a safe and supportive environment to help people understand they are not alone as they embark on their journey towards awareness and healing.
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in both clinical and non-clinical settings, I specialize in working with pre-teens and adults. I am committed to helping people navigate life challenges by developing the tools & strategies needed to cope and realize their potential. My practice philosophy is that individuals hold the key to their own healing. I have extensive experience helping people to manage and overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma so that they may live fuller lives. I create a safe and supportive environment to help people understand they are not alone as they embark on their journey towards awareness and healing.
Mariana Santeli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I am a clinically licensed bilingual mental health therapist at Pathways to Breakthroughs located in Maryland. For 10 years, I have provided compassionate strength-based therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I help clients that are looking to process and work through challenges or are looking for a safe space to talk through current and/or past experiences and how that has or is impacting their lives and find ways to cope with emotions and heal.
I am a clinically licensed bilingual mental health therapist at Pathways to Breakthroughs located in Maryland. For 10 years, I have provided compassionate strength-based therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I help clients that are looking to process and work through challenges or are looking for a safe space to talk through current and/or past experiences and how that has or is impacting their lives and find ways to cope with emotions and heal.
NOW accepting new clients! If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, identity development or unresolved trauma, there is a path forward. You might feel like you keep trying to make changes in your life, and maybe things will go well for a while, but nothing sticks. You're motivated to change, you just need some extra guidance. Many emerging adults struggle during the transition from adolescence to adulthood. They spend their days feeling anxious and unfulfilled, falling back on patterns that used to work for them but which no longer are.
NOW accepting new clients! If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, identity development or unresolved trauma, there is a path forward. You might feel like you keep trying to make changes in your life, and maybe things will go well for a while, but nothing sticks. You're motivated to change, you just need some extra guidance. Many emerging adults struggle during the transition from adolescence to adulthood. They spend their days feeling anxious and unfulfilled, falling back on patterns that used to work for them but which no longer are.
I work with individual adults and couples in a supportive, constructive, and empathetic way. My style is encouraging, warm, and insightful. With over 20 years experience, I offer a safe environment in which to explore options for improving functioning and moving towards fulfillment of one's values and life goals.
I work with individual adults and couples in a supportive, constructive, and empathetic way. My style is encouraging, warm, and insightful. With over 20 years experience, I offer a safe environment in which to explore options for improving functioning and moving towards fulfillment of one's values and life goals.
Kathleen Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20811 (Online Only)
Throughout her career, Katie has had a wide-range of experiences working with both teens and adults who are survivors of complex trauma.
Katie is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical. She maintains a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach with all clients. Katie is a welcoming and affirming therapist for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The basis of her work with clients is supported by the frameworks of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Katie is on the national registry of therapists certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and specializes in working with individuals who have a history of acute and complex traumatic experiences.
Throughout her career, Katie has had a wide-range of experiences working with both teens and adults who are survivors of complex trauma.
Katie is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical. She maintains a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach with all clients. Katie is a welcoming and affirming therapist for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The basis of her work with clients is supported by the frameworks of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Katie is on the national registry of therapists certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and specializes in working with individuals who have a history of acute and complex traumatic experiences.
Robert C Wear II
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
Adults and Workplace Trauma has been a focus, but I’m an experienced family therapist, group therapist and play therapist.
I enjoy challenges and diverse people and helping those who are in difficult situations. I specialize in responding to crises, trauma and workplace problems. So ideally I approach each situation, person or group with an open mind and a non-anxious-presence. I strive to provide that same level of confidence and trust to people in therapy. My strength is understanding complex systems (the big picture) and finding the little steps to improve things. If you have the courage to change; I’ll work to help you make your life easier using a program of change or the path that works best for you.
Adults and Workplace Trauma has been a focus, but I’m an experienced family therapist, group therapist and play therapist.
I enjoy challenges and diverse people and helping those who are in difficult situations. I specialize in responding to crises, trauma and workplace problems. So ideally I approach each situation, person or group with an open mind and a non-anxious-presence. I strive to provide that same level of confidence and trust to people in therapy. My strength is understanding complex systems (the big picture) and finding the little steps to improve things. If you have the courage to change; I’ll work to help you make your life easier using a program of change or the path that works best for you.
People come to therapy for many different reasons at various times during their lives. Whether you are taking your first steps in seeking therapy or have received mental health treatment, reaching out to a new Provider can be difficult or anxiety-provoking. Connecting with the right clinician is both relieving and rewarding. Wherever you are in your journey, and however you are feeling, I am privileged to support you at this important part of your life. I provide evidence-based psychotherapy for teens and adults, ages 13 years-old and above.
People come to therapy for many different reasons at various times during their lives. Whether you are taking your first steps in seeking therapy or have received mental health treatment, reaching out to a new Provider can be difficult or anxiety-provoking. Connecting with the right clinician is both relieving and rewarding. Wherever you are in your journey, and however you are feeling, I am privileged to support you at this important part of your life. I provide evidence-based psychotherapy for teens and adults, ages 13 years-old and above.
She is recognized for providing ethical, evidenced based, high quality, compassionate therapy to children/adolescents and adults that are experiencing behavioral, emotional concerns and in transition due to a variety of major life changes and to helping those in learning coping skills to manage mental health conditions.
Linda Cherry is a Licensed Master Social Worker, holding licenses in Maryland and DC. She has been working in the field as therapist for 10 years. She is a native Washingtonian and a proud graduate from Howard University School of Social Work. Over the years, Linda has worked serving some of the most vulnerable in the DC metro area in reaching their goals and she is committed to using a variety of wellness models to help point out client’s strengths.
She is recognized for providing ethical, evidenced based, high quality, compassionate therapy to children/adolescents and adults that are experiencing behavioral, emotional concerns and in transition due to a variety of major life changes and to helping those in learning coping skills to manage mental health conditions.
Linda Cherry is a Licensed Master Social Worker, holding licenses in Maryland and DC. She has been working in the field as therapist for 10 years. She is a native Washingtonian and a proud graduate from Howard University School of Social Work. Over the years, Linda has worked serving some of the most vulnerable in the DC metro area in reaching their goals and she is committed to using a variety of wellness models to help point out client’s strengths.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC with training from the George Washington University and the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis. I have been successful in helping adolescents and adults coping with issues such as stress/anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges alleviate their discomfort. I put a high premium on creating a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can collaboratively explore life patterns that cause pain and sadness as I work to empower patients to establish more positive coping strategies that will lead to lasting relief.
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Accepting new clients. I am a trauma-informed psychologist with over 12 years of experience. I work with adults who seek a deeper understanding of themselves and their worlds, and those who want to heal from relational wounds or complicated childhoods. As a relational therapist, I value getting to know my clients as human beings first and foremost, while supporting them in creating a path towards authentic healing and growth. I see clients with depression, anxiety, CPTSD (complex trauma), relationship issues, and experiences around gender, sexuality, and identity, among other concerns.
Accepting new clients. I am a trauma-informed psychologist with over 12 years of experience. I work with adults who seek a deeper understanding of themselves and their worlds, and those who want to heal from relational wounds or complicated childhoods. As a relational therapist, I value getting to know my clients as human beings first and foremost, while supporting them in creating a path towards authentic healing and growth. I see clients with depression, anxiety, CPTSD (complex trauma), relationship issues, and experiences around gender, sexuality, and identity, among other concerns.
I work with adolescents (ages 10+) and adults with depression and anxiety.
My clients live with big (and sometimes overwhelming) emotions. They are incredibly empathetic, and yet, have such a difficult time lending compassion towards themselves. Many of my clients are battling with suicidal ideation, self-harm, disordered eating, and other self-destructive coping strategies. Some of them are navigating challenging circumstances and changes. In therapy we work to build out their coping skill toolboxes and practice what it means to be truly kind to oneself.
I work with adolescents (ages 10+) and adults with depression and anxiety.
My clients live with big (and sometimes overwhelming) emotions. They are incredibly empathetic, and yet, have such a difficult time lending compassion towards themselves. Many of my clients are battling with suicidal ideation, self-harm, disordered eating, and other self-destructive coping strategies. Some of them are navigating challenging circumstances and changes. In therapy we work to build out their coping skill toolboxes and practice what it means to be truly kind to oneself.
Olufunmilayo Sholola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20827 (Online Only)
I am a first-generation Nigerian-American, faith-based mental health professional with a passion for helping young adults overcome mental health challenges and navigate life stressors to build resilience.
I am a first-generation Nigerian-American, faith-based mental health professional with a passion for helping young adults overcome mental health challenges and navigate life stressors to build resilience.
Emma Lash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20810 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individual adults and couples who are dealing with a variety of life-stressors and who are looking to make changes in their relationship with themselves and with others.
I specialize in working with individual adults and couples who are dealing with a variety of life-stressors and who are looking to make changes in their relationship with themselves and with others.
Embark Behavioral Health Virtual IOP
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20810
With inclusive psychiatric services, personalized care, industry-leading therapists, measurable outcomes, and high-quality support, our Virtual IOP provides the online care that teens and young adults need to heal.
We know how tough it is to watch your teen or young adult struggle with severe mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. Our virtual intensive outpatient program (VIOP) is here to help teens, young adults, and college students ages 12-34. We provide flexible, accessible online therapy in Maryland and other states across the U.S. that fits seamlessly into the busy academic schedules of young people and families and helps them achieve lasting change.
With inclusive psychiatric services, personalized care, industry-leading therapists, measurable outcomes, and high-quality support, our Virtual IOP provides the online care that teens and young adults need to heal.
We know how tough it is to watch your teen or young adult struggle with severe mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. Our virtual intensive outpatient program (VIOP) is here to help teens, young adults, and college students ages 12-34. We provide flexible, accessible online therapy in Maryland and other states across the U.S. that fits seamlessly into the busy academic schedules of young people and families and helps them achieve lasting change.
Amanda Hale
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My area of concentration is adults experiencing anxiety and trauma-stressor related disorders, family of origin or interpersonal conflict and difficulty with life transitions.
I know finding a good connection can be tough, even in therapy! A therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe, supported and understood is the cornerstone of a successful therapy experience, and is what I strive to establish with each of my clients. Your time in therapy is yours to define - I am not here to label you. Instead I aim to understand your unique experience and work with you to unpack, explore and challenge the patterns keeping you stuck. It is my goal to help you develop the tools necessary for you to be the expert on your own mental health!
My area of concentration is adults experiencing anxiety and trauma-stressor related disorders, family of origin or interpersonal conflict and difficulty with life transitions.
I know finding a good connection can be tough, even in therapy! A therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe, supported and understood is the cornerstone of a successful therapy experience, and is what I strive to establish with each of my clients. Your time in therapy is yours to define - I am not here to label you. Instead I aim to understand your unique experience and work with you to unpack, explore and challenge the patterns keeping you stuck. It is my goal to help you develop the tools necessary for you to be the expert on your own mental health!
Lauren Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Living with upsetting intrusive thoughts and time consuming rituals is tiring. Constantly thinking about food and your body is also draining. My passion is helping teens and adults to find freedom from OCD and eating disorders. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or a loved one, I can help. Recovery from an eating disorder, as well as reclaiming your life from OCD is possible.
Living with upsetting intrusive thoughts and time consuming rituals is tiring. Constantly thinking about food and your body is also draining. My passion is helping teens and adults to find freedom from OCD and eating disorders. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or a loved one, I can help. Recovery from an eating disorder, as well as reclaiming your life from OCD is possible.
Emily Pavlick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MA
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I work with adults using an eclectic mix of evidenced based treatments to help you identify, and have pride in, your strengths, as well as learn to have empathy and compassion for any weaknesses.
Authenticity, genuineness, and deep empathy form the foundation for the way I find connection with my clients. I come from a client-centered approach where unconditional positive regard drives the work we will do. I’ve always believed that people are as different on the inside as they look on the outside and it is my job to connect with that special uniqueness to best support your growth. I approach therapy with compassion, warmth, a sense of humor, and without judgement. My goal is to provide a safe and comforting space for you to process any struggles, big and small, while learning to increase happiness and decrease pain.
I work with adults using an eclectic mix of evidenced based treatments to help you identify, and have pride in, your strengths, as well as learn to have empathy and compassion for any weaknesses.
Authenticity, genuineness, and deep empathy form the foundation for the way I find connection with my clients. I come from a client-centered approach where unconditional positive regard drives the work we will do. I’ve always believed that people are as different on the inside as they look on the outside and it is my job to connect with that special uniqueness to best support your growth. I approach therapy with compassion, warmth, a sense of humor, and without judgement. My goal is to provide a safe and comforting space for you to process any struggles, big and small, while learning to increase happiness and decrease pain.
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