EMDR Therapists in Bethesda, MD
Our integrative approach to therapy is customized to each client and includes non-directive and directive play therapy, canine-assisted therapy, sand tray, expressive arts, EMDR, CBT, DBT, client-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive therapy.
Here at Bethesda Play Therapy and Healing Center, our clinicians provide integrative psychotherapy services to children, teens, adults, caregivers, and families in English and in Spanish. We strive to hold safe space and form authentic connections during your growth and healing journey.
Our integrative approach to therapy is customized to each client and includes non-directive and directive play therapy, canine-assisted therapy, sand tray, expressive arts, EMDR, CBT, DBT, client-centered, strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive therapy.
Here at Bethesda Play Therapy and Healing Center, our clinicians provide integrative psychotherapy services to children, teens, adults, caregivers, and families in English and in Spanish. We strive to hold safe space and form authentic connections during your growth and healing journey.
PlayfulLeigh Psyched, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, MS/MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
From EMDR, to PCIT to Expressive Therapies, we support what you need.
We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identities, and realities. This is not a one-size-fits-all practice because we are trauma-informed and social-emotional focused practices from a social justice framework.
From EMDR, to PCIT to Expressive Therapies, we support what you need.
We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identities, and realities. This is not a one-size-fits-all practice because we are trauma-informed and social-emotional focused practices from a social justice framework.
Kim Wiltshire
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I also specialize in EMDR, a psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories.
I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for my clients to feel safe and understood. I specialize in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, self-injury and other self-sabotaging behaviors. I work with teens and adults looking to develop a better understanding of their dysfunctional patterns in order to create effective and lasting change.
I also specialize in EMDR, a psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories.
I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for my clients to feel safe and understood. I specialize in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, self-injury and other self-sabotaging behaviors. I work with teens and adults looking to develop a better understanding of their dysfunctional patterns in order to create effective and lasting change.
Amanda Roberts Emdr Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
I offer EMDR group.
My all virtual practice serves MD, VA, DC, MA and NM. I studied psychology at Harvard University, and earned a Masters in Marriage, Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco. I obtained my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. I bring thirty-seven years of deep clinical experience, having worked in diverse settings including inpatient, outpatient, community mental health and crisis services. I have a particular interest in global mental health issues, have lived in many different cultures/countries and have worked extensively with the expatriot community.
I offer EMDR group.
My all virtual practice serves MD, VA, DC, MA and NM. I studied psychology at Harvard University, and earned a Masters in Marriage, Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco. I obtained my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. I bring thirty-seven years of deep clinical experience, having worked in diverse settings including inpatient, outpatient, community mental health and crisis services. I have a particular interest in global mental health issues, have lived in many different cultures/countries and have worked extensively with the expatriot community.
Comeback Counseling: Trauma-Informed Therapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP-II, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
I am also specially trained in EMDR, DBT, internal family systems (IFS), and cognitive processing therapy (CPT), all of which are effective in trauma treatment.
Certified trauma-informed therapist with training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CPT. I specialize in work with adult/adolescent clients with a history of trauma, whether single incident or complex and/or autism. These clients may present with PTSD, cPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and more. My goal is to assist my clients with not only recovering after trauma, but enabling growth toward the person they want to be. I see survival as a strength, and the adaptations that allowed for that survival should be recognized as such to increase self-compassion and facilitate the next step.
I am also specially trained in EMDR, DBT, internal family systems (IFS), and cognitive processing therapy (CPT), all of which are effective in trauma treatment.
Certified trauma-informed therapist with training in EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CPT. I specialize in work with adult/adolescent clients with a history of trauma, whether single incident or complex and/or autism. These clients may present with PTSD, cPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, personality disorders, and more. My goal is to assist my clients with not only recovering after trauma, but enabling growth toward the person they want to be. I see survival as a strength, and the adaptations that allowed for that survival should be recognized as such to increase self-compassion and facilitate the next step.
I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
I am passionate about helping my clients improve their relationships and alleviate suffering to find meaning, purpose, and build a life worth living. I also recognize how difficult the path of seeking help and making change can be and I will provide my skills, support, and compassion to you as you navigate your journey. Whether you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, isolated, burned out, or stuck, I will work with you to get through the challenges and difficulties you face. I enjoy working with couples and individuals and specialize in several modalities to treat trauma including EMDR & Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR), and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
I am passionate about helping my clients improve their relationships and alleviate suffering to find meaning, purpose, and build a life worth living. I also recognize how difficult the path of seeking help and making change can be and I will provide my skills, support, and compassion to you as you navigate your journey. Whether you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, isolated, burned out, or stuck, I will work with you to get through the challenges and difficulties you face. I enjoy working with couples and individuals and specialize in several modalities to treat trauma including EMDR & Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
, EMDR and IFS) to help address the root cause of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
You’re introspective and self-aware. You may recognize self-sabotaging patterns and self-limiting beliefs that keep repeating in your professional life or intimate relationships. You may have even read self-help books or tried therapy before, and still struggle with low self-esteem, shame, anxiety, sadness, anger, or self-destructive behaviors. A part of you wonders if what happened to you has damaged you beyond “repair.” And yet, there’s a part inside that’s yearning for deep healing and knows it’s possible to feel radiantly alive, fulfilled, deeply connected, confident, and calm.
, EMDR and IFS) to help address the root cause of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
You’re introspective and self-aware. You may recognize self-sabotaging patterns and self-limiting beliefs that keep repeating in your professional life or intimate relationships. You may have even read self-help books or tried therapy before, and still struggle with low self-esteem, shame, anxiety, sadness, anger, or self-destructive behaviors. A part of you wonders if what happened to you has damaged you beyond “repair.” And yet, there’s a part inside that’s yearning for deep healing and knows it’s possible to feel radiantly alive, fulfilled, deeply connected, confident, and calm.
She is highly trained in the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems and parts work, Attachment Style and Inner Child work, mindfulness, and incorporates Somatic Experiencing.
Laura has 14+ years of experience supporting those with anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, caregiver-child relationship struggles, adoption and foster care issues, complex-PTSD, PTSD, dissociation, and abuse (emotional, verbal, physical, sexual and religious abuse).
She is highly trained in the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems and parts work, Attachment Style and Inner Child work, mindfulness, and incorporates Somatic Experiencing.
Laura has 14+ years of experience supporting those with anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, caregiver-child relationship struggles, adoption and foster care issues, complex-PTSD, PTSD, dissociation, and abuse (emotional, verbal, physical, sexual and religious abuse).
Megan Samuels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
For trauma survivors, I am trained in EMDR, which is a powerful trauma treatment.
Struggling with an eating disorder can negatively impact every aspect of your life. I love helping my clients to make peace with food their bodies, and themselves. Being a survivor of trauma may cause you to feel unsafe in the world and in relationships, feel constantly "on guard" or like you are "waiting for the other shoe to drop," and experience increased anxiety. My passion is helping individuals with eating disorders and survivors of trauma to improve their lives. If you are tired of feeling trapped in an eating disorder or existing in survival mode as you deal with the impact of trauma-I can help.
For trauma survivors, I am trained in EMDR, which is a powerful trauma treatment.
Struggling with an eating disorder can negatively impact every aspect of your life. I love helping my clients to make peace with food their bodies, and themselves. Being a survivor of trauma may cause you to feel unsafe in the world and in relationships, feel constantly "on guard" or like you are "waiting for the other shoe to drop," and experience increased anxiety. My passion is helping individuals with eating disorders and survivors of trauma to improve their lives. If you are tired of feeling trapped in an eating disorder or existing in survival mode as you deal with the impact of trauma-I can help.
My work draws from EMDR, mindfulness, DBT and other modalities.
Each of us is a unique constellation of experiences, values, identities and needs; my work aims to embrace and empower that. To thrive we need all parts of ourselves to be affirmed and nurtured. Each individual is the expert in themself; people’s insight into their identities and values guides our work together. We have each fought to gain wisdom about ourselves and skills to care for ourselves; I hope to empower people to apply that wisdom and grow those skills so they can live the life they want to live.
My work draws from EMDR, mindfulness, DBT and other modalities.
Each of us is a unique constellation of experiences, values, identities and needs; my work aims to embrace and empower that. To thrive we need all parts of ourselves to be affirmed and nurtured. Each individual is the expert in themself; people’s insight into their identities and values guides our work together. We have each fought to gain wisdom about ourselves and skills to care for ourselves; I hope to empower people to apply that wisdom and grow those skills so they can live the life they want to live.
I am trained in EMDR to assist with managing traumatic memories and triggers.
Welcome! I'm Angela Welch and I'm a licensed professional counselor in MD. I have 10 years practice in counseling, with an additional 15 years in the human services field. I provide counseling sessions via telehealth only. My practice helps clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma manage symptoms through an attachment-based model, grounded in CBT. I am certified in EMDR and have found it to be life changing for those with trauma.
I am trained in EMDR to assist with managing traumatic memories and triggers.
Welcome! I'm Angela Welch and I'm a licensed professional counselor in MD. I have 10 years practice in counseling, with an additional 15 years in the human services field. I provide counseling sessions via telehealth only. My practice helps clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma manage symptoms through an attachment-based model, grounded in CBT. I am certified in EMDR and have found it to be life changing for those with trauma.
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These include EMDR, which is a science-backed treatment to help lessen the impact of past traumatic events.
My passion is in working together with my clients to help them overcome anxiety and panic, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, relationship problems, grief and loss, problems with motivation, medically unexplained symptoms, behavior issues, and inattention. I enjoy helping people develop self-compassion and live more authentically so they can go from surviving to thriving. I integrate evidence-based techniques into treatment that I tailor to meet the unique needs of each individual with whom I work. I am able to provide services remotely to clients physically located in Maryland, DC, and Virginia and in-person in DC.
These include EMDR, which is a science-backed treatment to help lessen the impact of past traumatic events.
My passion is in working together with my clients to help them overcome anxiety and panic, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, relationship problems, grief and loss, problems with motivation, medically unexplained symptoms, behavior issues, and inattention. I enjoy helping people develop self-compassion and live more authentically so they can go from surviving to thriving. I integrate evidence-based techniques into treatment that I tailor to meet the unique needs of each individual with whom I work. I am able to provide services remotely to clients physically located in Maryland, DC, and Virginia and in-person in DC.
In my counseling sessions, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR), Trauma-Informed, and Psychodynamic approaches.
Are you in search of support? Are you struggling with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personal growth, life transitions, relationship conflict, multicultural issues, religion, spirituality, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or bipolar/mood disorders?
In my counseling sessions, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR), Trauma-Informed, and Psychodynamic approaches.
Are you in search of support? Are you struggling with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, personal growth, life transitions, relationship conflict, multicultural issues, religion, spirituality, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or bipolar/mood disorders?
Morgan Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20816 (Online Only)
I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant in Training and an IFS-Informed EMDR practitioner.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here. Is any of this true for you? Your schedule is demanding and unpredictable, making a weekly therapy appointment feel overwhelming. You want a break from your daily grind and to combine that with some healing. You feel like you’ve been in therapy trying all of the things and you want to experience a new way of doing therapy. The idea of spending months or years in talk therapy makes it feel impossible to ever feel better. You enjoy therapy with your existing therapist but you want help to move through some stuck places without changing therapists. You are a big feeler/healer who wants an intensive.
I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant in Training and an IFS-Informed EMDR practitioner.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here. Is any of this true for you? Your schedule is demanding and unpredictable, making a weekly therapy appointment feel overwhelming. You want a break from your daily grind and to combine that with some healing. You feel like you’ve been in therapy trying all of the things and you want to experience a new way of doing therapy. The idea of spending months or years in talk therapy makes it feel impossible to ever feel better. You enjoy therapy with your existing therapist but you want help to move through some stuck places without changing therapists. You are a big feeler/healer who wants an intensive.
Carlee Myers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816 (Online Only)
Now offering safety+guidance for the parts of you that keep getting in the way. Whether you're struggling with low self-esteem, relentless self-judgement, tension/disconnection in relationships, anxiety, depression, complex family dynamics, always feeling on edge, or numb, as if your mind and body were in a constant state of fight or flight-I provide a safe space for change. Using EMDR, I guide my clients in healing from the painful core beliefs often underlying these symptoms, such as "I'm worthless" / "I'm powerless"/ or "I have to be perfect" & finally shift out of states of chronic dysregulation into states of safety+connection.
Now offering safety+guidance for the parts of you that keep getting in the way. Whether you're struggling with low self-esteem, relentless self-judgement, tension/disconnection in relationships, anxiety, depression, complex family dynamics, always feeling on edge, or numb, as if your mind and body were in a constant state of fight or flight-I provide a safe space for change. Using EMDR, I guide my clients in healing from the painful core beliefs often underlying these symptoms, such as "I'm worthless" / "I'm powerless"/ or "I have to be perfect" & finally shift out of states of chronic dysregulation into states of safety+connection.
I am passionate about working with adults and teens who may struggle with anxiety, trauma and PTSD, specific phobias, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, life transitions, self-harm, dissociation, and mood and personality disorders. I use a variety of treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and I specialize in trauma work with training in both Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I currently have openings for clients in Florida or Maryland.
I am passionate about working with adults and teens who may struggle with anxiety, trauma and PTSD, specific phobias, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, life transitions, self-harm, dissociation, and mood and personality disorders. I use a variety of treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and I specialize in trauma work with training in both Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing ( EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I currently have openings for clients in Florida or Maryland.
Kim Ramsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
I use the Simple Practice video conferencing platform and have been able to continue with deep trauma work, including EMDR, during these times of social distancing.
I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.
I use the Simple Practice video conferencing platform and have been able to continue with deep trauma work, including EMDR, during these times of social distancing.
I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.
EMDR of Washington, DC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
EMDR is a well-researched method of psychotherapy which utilizes the innate growth and healing mechanisms of the human nervous system.
I am co-director with my wife, Deany Laliotis, of the EMDR therapy training program, The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy, Inc. We have trained many of the EMDR therapists listed on the Psychology Today DC/MD/VA website as well as therapists around the world. I specialize in the treatment of stress, anxiety, and difficulties related to normal life-cycle challenges. I have been practicing EMDR since it's introduction 30 years ago and I am offering services to clients who might benefit from brief EMDR therapy.
EMDR is a well-researched method of psychotherapy which utilizes the innate growth and healing mechanisms of the human nervous system.
I am co-director with my wife, Deany Laliotis, of the EMDR therapy training program, The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy, Inc. We have trained many of the EMDR therapists listed on the Psychology Today DC/MD/VA website as well as therapists around the world. I specialize in the treatment of stress, anxiety, and difficulties related to normal life-cycle challenges. I have been practicing EMDR since it's introduction 30 years ago and I am offering services to clients who might benefit from brief EMDR therapy.
Jonathan Ladd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
I tailor my approach to my clients' particular situations and unique personalities, drawing from: Imago Therapy (as a Certified Advanced Imago Clinician), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Susan Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and more.
Looking for relationship help? To relieve the pain or find better ways to manage? The "secrets" of dealing skillfully with difficulties, differences and hurts, are not really secrets: you CAN learn these and many more relationship skills if you are curious, motivated and persistent. I'd like to help you: a) address and relieve your most pressing problems, b) set clear, realistic goals, and c) learn to avoid a tremendous amount of headache and heartache in the future. Our collaboration may yield a lifetime of benefits.
I tailor my approach to my clients' particular situations and unique personalities, drawing from: Imago Therapy (as a Certified Advanced Imago Clinician), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Susan Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and more.
Looking for relationship help? To relieve the pain or find better ways to manage? The "secrets" of dealing skillfully with difficulties, differences and hurts, are not really secrets: you CAN learn these and many more relationship skills if you are curious, motivated and persistent. I'd like to help you: a) address and relieve your most pressing problems, b) set clear, realistic goals, and c) learn to avoid a tremendous amount of headache and heartache in the future. Our collaboration may yield a lifetime of benefits.
Elizabeth Blocker Ebaugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20810
I have some training in EMDR and Family Constellations.
After 26 years of practice I see my ideal client as one who is ready for change. Ultimately, life is the method by which we grow. I work with a variety of tools to meet each client where they are. I have faith that we can all meet the challenges within ourselves and in life and find the inner capacity to move forward. My clients have ranged from those healing from a recent or historical trauma to those wanting life coaching. I have a holistic/systemic vision of my clients and enjoy working with body, mind spirit when appropriate.
I have some training in EMDR and Family Constellations.
After 26 years of practice I see my ideal client as one who is ready for change. Ultimately, life is the method by which we grow. I work with a variety of tools to meet each client where they are. I have faith that we can all meet the challenges within ourselves and in life and find the inner capacity to move forward. My clients have ranged from those healing from a recent or historical trauma to those wanting life coaching. I have a holistic/systemic vision of my clients and enjoy working with body, mind spirit when appropriate.
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