Male Therapists in Bethesda, MD

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Jon Thomas
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
I have been working with individuals, couples, and families in the Maryland area for 20 years, During my time here I have had the privileged to serve as a college chaplain, youth pastor, university professor, and mental health clinic director. At present I divide my time between serving mental health and substance abuse clinics as a clinical supervisor and consultant and running a thriving private practice. I specialize in helping other professionals fight off burnout and establish an effective work/life balance. This become increasingly important with the additional stress Covid-19 has placed on all of us.
I have been working with individuals, couples, and families in the Maryland area for 20 years, During my time here I have had the privileged to serve as a college chaplain, youth pastor, university professor, and mental health clinic director. At present I divide my time between serving mental health and substance abuse clinics as a clinical supervisor and consultant and running a thriving private practice. I specialize in helping other professionals fight off burnout and establish an effective work/life balance. This become increasingly important with the additional stress Covid-19 has placed on all of us.
(301) 710-9984 View (301) 710-9984
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Jeremy Brown
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
A sense of well-being is something we all want, yet sometimes struggle to achieve. I am a licensed therapist in the state of Maryland and my goal is to help you rediscover the meaning, satisfaction, and overall feeling of wellness in your life. My practice is targeted at working with adults and adolescents struggling with issues related to life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem, and relationship problems.
A sense of well-being is something we all want, yet sometimes struggle to achieve. I am a licensed therapist in the state of Maryland and my goal is to help you rediscover the meaning, satisfaction, and overall feeling of wellness in your life. My practice is targeted at working with adults and adolescents struggling with issues related to life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem, and relationship problems.
(301) 579-4016 View (301) 579-4016
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George Stallings
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20817  (Online Only)
George has experience in assisting people recover from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, PTSD, divorce, separation, parenting issues, grief, substance abuse issues, and just the stress that can come from everyday living. He has experience working in numerous settings such as community mental health/substance abuse clinics, hospital emergency rooms, juvenile and adult detention facilities, domestic violence centers, and assisting families in Baltimore City and its surrounding counties.
George has experience in assisting people recover from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, PTSD, divorce, separation, parenting issues, grief, substance abuse issues, and just the stress that can come from everyday living. He has experience working in numerous settings such as community mental health/substance abuse clinics, hospital emergency rooms, juvenile and adult detention facilities, domestic violence centers, and assisting families in Baltimore City and its surrounding counties.
(443) 767-1488 View (443) 767-1488
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Alan L Marcus
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Picking a therapist to work with can be overwhelming. Feeling comfortable and understood by your therapist is critical. During our first session we will explore what brought you to me. Together we identify your struggles, develop a treatment plan, discuss whether you feel comfortable with me, and that our plan makes sense to you. I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. A certified IMAGO, Gott man, Equine Assisted and Diplomat in Sex Therapy, we will talk openly and candidly about your life. Together, we will explore your concerns, past and present and mindfully identify changes for you to consider.
Picking a therapist to work with can be overwhelming. Feeling comfortable and understood by your therapist is critical. During our first session we will explore what brought you to me. Together we identify your struggles, develop a treatment plan, discuss whether you feel comfortable with me, and that our plan makes sense to you. I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. A certified IMAGO, Gott man, Equine Assisted and Diplomat in Sex Therapy, we will talk openly and candidly about your life. Together, we will explore your concerns, past and present and mindfully identify changes for you to consider.
(301) 744-8759 View (301) 744-8759
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Jonathon Carrington - Narrative Wellness
Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
If you are a professional navigating a major life transition—whether it's a career change, a professional re-brand, or leadership shift—you may feel like your current story no longer fits. It might be time for you to reframe your own narrative, while making sure that your online presence reflects the real you. I combine Narrative Wellness and Brand Alignment to help professionals like yourself gain clarity, confidence, and connection between who you are and how you present yourself to the world.
If you are a professional navigating a major life transition—whether it's a career change, a professional re-brand, or leadership shift—you may feel like your current story no longer fits. It might be time for you to reframe your own narrative, while making sure that your online presence reflects the real you. I combine Narrative Wellness and Brand Alignment to help professionals like yourself gain clarity, confidence, and connection between who you are and how you present yourself to the world.
(301) 918-5433 View (301) 918-5433
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Sleep Well Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Dr. Schopfer, director of Sleep Well Psychology. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist located in Bethesda, Maryland & I specialize in helping people who have trouble sleeping. My most recent work includes helping active duty military service members and veterans. Many of them report that they can't remember the last time they had "good" sleep due to frequent deployments, rapidly changing work shifts, their mind "racing" night night, and disturbing dreams. I try to help them to change that.
Hi! I'm Dr. Schopfer, director of Sleep Well Psychology. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist located in Bethesda, Maryland & I specialize in helping people who have trouble sleeping. My most recent work includes helping active duty military service members and veterans. Many of them report that they can't remember the last time they had "good" sleep due to frequent deployments, rapidly changing work shifts, their mind "racing" night night, and disturbing dreams. I try to help them to change that.
(240) 929-1809 View (240) 929-1809
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Chris Lee
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
The hardest part of overcoming a challenge is knowing where to start. In counseling, we can discover together what is getting in the way of living your best life. Whether you're struggling to manage emotions (e.g. anxiety, sadness), keep up with work/school, master your relationship with technology, or navigate recent life transitions, it can feel overwhelming at times to go it alone! I will work with you to identify your "stuck points", collaboratively create a plan to address the areas you want to work on, and support you in replacing approaches that don't work with ones that do. Change is hard but worth the effort!
The hardest part of overcoming a challenge is knowing where to start. In counseling, we can discover together what is getting in the way of living your best life. Whether you're struggling to manage emotions (e.g. anxiety, sadness), keep up with work/school, master your relationship with technology, or navigate recent life transitions, it can feel overwhelming at times to go it alone! I will work with you to identify your "stuck points", collaboratively create a plan to address the areas you want to work on, and support you in replacing approaches that don't work with ones that do. Change is hard but worth the effort!
(240) 771-1458 View (240) 771-1458
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David S. Rose
Psychologist, PhD, CGP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
I like to work with people who find that their usual ways of dealing with problems in their lives are not working as they have before. These problems can involve relationships of all kinds, effectiveness and satisfaction at work, and the changes and stumbling blocks that inevitably come in the course of life. I take an active role in the work; I am not a silent listener. I also want, hope, and expect that YOU will also take an active role in our work and in putting what we learn to use in your life.
I like to work with people who find that their usual ways of dealing with problems in their lives are not working as they have before. These problems can involve relationships of all kinds, effectiveness and satisfaction at work, and the changes and stumbling blocks that inevitably come in the course of life. I take an active role in the work; I am not a silent listener. I also want, hope, and expect that YOU will also take an active role in our work and in putting what we learn to use in your life.
(240) 366-2943 View (240) 366-2943
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Christopher Ray
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
Although you may not believe it, you are stronger than you think. Through our work in therapy, I will help you to find your strengths and learn to leverage them in times of need. I work collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and family therapy. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship concerns, in addition to behavioral concerns in children.
Although you may not believe it, you are stronger than you think. Through our work in therapy, I will help you to find your strengths and learn to leverage them in times of need. I work collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and family therapy. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship concerns, in addition to behavioral concerns in children.
(240) 589-7737 View (240) 589-7737
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Britt H Rathbone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816
He provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Certified Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Unified Protocol for Adolescents (UP-A), Exposure and Response Prevention, Parent Management Training (PMT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), Prolonged Exposure for PTSD (PE), Behavioral Activation (BA) and other effective treatments.
Britt Rathbone is an expert in the treatment of adolescents. He graduated from Columbia University and has worked exclusively with adolescents and their families since 1985. He has a special interest in challenging, difficult to treat, and treatment-reluctant adolescents as well as those who have multiple and complicated mental health diagnoses. He trains therapists, speaks to professional and lay groups, and has taught advanced level social work graduate students at the Catholic University of America. Washingtonian Magazine has consistently named Mr. Rathbone one of Washington's best therapists for adolescents, and one of Washington's best therapists for group therapy.
He provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Certified Comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Unified Protocol for Adolescents (UP-A), Exposure and Response Prevention, Parent Management Training (PMT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), Prolonged Exposure for PTSD (PE), Behavioral Activation (BA) and other effective treatments.
Britt Rathbone is an expert in the treatment of adolescents. He graduated from Columbia University and has worked exclusively with adolescents and their families since 1985. He has a special interest in challenging, difficult to treat, and treatment-reluctant adolescents as well as those who have multiple and complicated mental health diagnoses. He trains therapists, speaks to professional and lay groups, and has taught advanced level social work graduate students at the Catholic University of America. Washingtonian Magazine has consistently named Mr. Rathbone one of Washington's best therapists for adolescents, and one of Washington's best therapists for group therapy.
(301) 658-2524 x401 View (301) 658-2524 x401
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Nick Szubiak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20816
Nick Szubiak has worked in the behavioral health and wellness field for over 20 years and specializes in individual, couples and family therapy. His areas of expertise include life balance, stress management, mood and behavior challenges, chronic health conditions, chronic pain, addiction as well as optimizing perfor mance and leadership.
Nick Szubiak has worked in the behavioral health and wellness field for over 20 years and specializes in individual, couples and family therapy. His areas of expertise include life balance, stress management, mood and behavior challenges, chronic health conditions, chronic pain, addiction as well as optimizing perfor mance and leadership.
(202) 335-2935 View (202) 335-2935
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Yousef Essex
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with worries, sadness, relationship difficulties, or feel "stuck" in some way. My primary focus areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD and trauma, using a combination of cognitive behavioral and integrative practices. I draw from modalities such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Experiencing. This integrative approach to mental health allows me to tailor the experience to your unique needs.
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with worries, sadness, relationship difficulties, or feel "stuck" in some way. My primary focus areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD and trauma, using a combination of cognitive behavioral and integrative practices. I draw from modalities such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Experiencing. This integrative approach to mental health allows me to tailor the experience to your unique needs.
(240) 589-7508 View (240) 589-7508
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Zev Sheppard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20816
My goal throughout our time together is to first create a space where the client feels comfortable and empowered to explore his/her emotions. In doing so, I help individuals identify the things that are most affecting their mental health and work collaboratively with clients to develop healthy habits that will positively affect one’s life. Sessions will include talk-therapy, reflection, and the development of healthy coping skills using a client-centered model. I hope to make each client feel as though their mental health is a priority and that they are worthy of clarity and happiness.
My goal throughout our time together is to first create a space where the client feels comfortable and empowered to explore his/her emotions. In doing so, I help individuals identify the things that are most affecting their mental health and work collaboratively with clients to develop healthy habits that will positively affect one’s life. Sessions will include talk-therapy, reflection, and the development of healthy coping skills using a client-centered model. I hope to make each client feel as though their mental health is a priority and that they are worthy of clarity and happiness.
(240) 549-6456 View (240) 549-6456
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Todd Handelman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
If you are finding the ways in which you effectively coped with life's stressors and challenges are no longer as effective as they once were and are in need of help developing new strategies to meet these de mands, I would be happy to partner with you to get where you would like to be.
Since 1992 I have helped clients age 13-73 respond to challenges facing them throughout their life cycles. Throughout my career I have facilitated my clients in developing skills and learning to ways to cope with the de mands of school, socialization challenges, relationship dynamics, depression, anxiety, ADHD, sexuality, professional/career development and sports perfor mance enhancement.
If you are finding the ways in which you effectively coped with life's stressors and challenges are no longer as effective as they once were and are in need of help developing new strategies to meet these de mands, I would be happy to partner with you to get where you would like to be.
Since 1992 I have helped clients age 13-73 respond to challenges facing them throughout their life cycles. Throughout my career I have facilitated my clients in developing skills and learning to ways to cope with the de mands of school, socialization challenges, relationship dynamics, depression, anxiety, ADHD, sexuality, professional/career development and sports perfor mance enhancement.
(301) 859-7251 View (301) 859-7251
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Forge Counseling Group
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814  (Online Only)
You can do this! You can face this! You have the tools! I am here to help to carry this burden for a time while assisting you to identify and grow your tools and skills to become stronger, wiser, and more capable to pursue that which is good and true in life. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and numerous other internal and external barriers can seem overwhelming when trying to navigate daily life alone- so let's do this together.
You can do this! You can face this! You have the tools! I am here to help to carry this burden for a time while assisting you to identify and grow your tools and skills to become stronger, wiser, and more capable to pursue that which is good and true in life. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and numerous other internal and external barriers can seem overwhelming when trying to navigate daily life alone- so let's do this together.
(240) 466-9151 View (240) 466-9151
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Dr. Daniel J. Meckel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
As you search for the right therapist, I recommend looking for certain essential qualities: Close and empathic listening - do you feel heard? Seasoned knowledge and technique - do you feel understood and responded to helpfully? A good "fit" - do you feel comfortable with this person? It is impossible to discern these qualities from a profile alone. You may need to allow yourself a couple of sessions with more than one therapist before deciding. It takes time to know, but there's a lot at stake and much to gain.
As you search for the right therapist, I recommend looking for certain essential qualities: Close and empathic listening - do you feel heard? Seasoned knowledge and technique - do you feel understood and responded to helpfully? A good "fit" - do you feel comfortable with this person? It is impossible to discern these qualities from a profile alone. You may need to allow yourself a couple of sessions with more than one therapist before deciding. It takes time to know, but there's a lot at stake and much to gain.
(240) 697-2469 View (240) 697-2469
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Kharod A France
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20816
I embrace an eclectic and collaborative approach to therapy, where working with clients and their families to develop the necessary skills and strategies to overcome life's challenges is the primary goal! In therapy, I strive to create an environment where clients feel both heard and supported but also where they are encouraged to take an active role in the therapeutic process. In addition to working with clients both individually as well as in groups, I have experience working with children, adolescents and young adults in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) treatment programs as well as in a University Counseling Center setting.
I embrace an eclectic and collaborative approach to therapy, where working with clients and their families to develop the necessary skills and strategies to overcome life's challenges is the primary goal! In therapy, I strive to create an environment where clients feel both heard and supported but also where they are encouraged to take an active role in the therapeutic process. In addition to working with clients both individually as well as in groups, I have experience working with children, adolescents and young adults in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) treatment programs as well as in a University Counseling Center setting.
(301) 230-9490 x208 View (301) 230-9490 x208
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Syd Brown
Psychologist, PhD, ABN, ABPP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
I am Board Certified in both Clinical and Neuropsychology, and my practice has evolved over the years to a primary focus on evaluations. Psychoeducational evaluations focus on academic skills and functioning, with ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders being of particular concern. These evaluations often lead to accommodations in schools and colleges and on standardized admissions tests. Neuropsychological evaluations examine the impact of psychiatric and neurological disorders on cognitive and emotional functioning. Cogscreen--AE evaluations are conducted to screen pilots and air traffic controllers.
I am Board Certified in both Clinical and Neuropsychology, and my practice has evolved over the years to a primary focus on evaluations. Psychoeducational evaluations focus on academic skills and functioning, with ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders being of particular concern. These evaluations often lead to accommodations in schools and colleges and on standardized admissions tests. Neuropsychological evaluations examine the impact of psychiatric and neurological disorders on cognitive and emotional functioning. Cogscreen--AE evaluations are conducted to screen pilots and air traffic controllers.
(301) 685-0681 View (301) 685-0681
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Brad Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
My approach to psychotherapy is to help you achieve emotional stability and personal growth. I understand that anxiety and depression can greatly impact your quality of life, and make it hard to engage in a fulfilling and meaningful daily experience. With the mental health services that I have to offer, you can learn to cope better with past, current, and even future problems, so that you may achieve a happy and healthy lifestyle. It is my deeply-held belief that utilizing a collaborative, adaptable, and individualized treatment approach is essential in identifying the underlying causes of challenges facing my clients.
My approach to psychotherapy is to help you achieve emotional stability and personal growth. I understand that anxiety and depression can greatly impact your quality of life, and make it hard to engage in a fulfilling and meaningful daily experience. With the mental health services that I have to offer, you can learn to cope better with past, current, and even future problems, so that you may achieve a happy and healthy lifestyle. It is my deeply-held belief that utilizing a collaborative, adaptable, and individualized treatment approach is essential in identifying the underlying causes of challenges facing my clients.
(240) 851-4187 View (240) 851-4187
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Lawrence I Sank
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817  (Online Only)
I apply the science of Psychology in assisting individuals, couples and families in the pursuit of their goals. I strive to maximize their happiness and to live more effective lives. I have practiced in the Washington Metropolitan area since 1973. Trained by Drs. Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis, I have specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy and in the treatment of mood disorders. As a certified sex therapist I combine the application of psychological science with a compassionate, empathic approach to individuals and couples as they struggle with their problems in the area of sexual functioning and related difficulties.
I apply the science of Psychology in assisting individuals, couples and families in the pursuit of their goals. I strive to maximize their happiness and to live more effective lives. I have practiced in the Washington Metropolitan area since 1973. Trained by Drs. Aaron Beck and Albert Ellis, I have specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy and in the treatment of mood disorders. As a certified sex therapist I combine the application of psychological science with a compassionate, empathic approach to individuals and couples as they struggle with their problems in the area of sexual functioning and related difficulties.
(301) 304-4782 View (301) 304-4782
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