Teletherapy for Bethesda, MD
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Jeannie Dougherty
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MAPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Dear Seeker, As someone who realized just in time that they had to get a grip on their problems, or they would keep gripping them, I know what it’s like to finally understand what it’s like to accept full responsibility for your mistakes and your life. Problems like: The times that leave you physically, mentally, and emotionally frozen because you can’t make up your mind. When your day feels like you’re trying to crawl through mud just to make it to the end of the day. The moments that your inner critic becomes obsessed with keeping you down. Career shake-ups, that leave you flailing for a lifeline.
Dear Seeker, As someone who realized just in time that they had to get a grip on their problems, or they would keep gripping them, I know what it’s like to finally understand what it’s like to accept full responsibility for your mistakes and your life. Problems like: The times that leave you physically, mentally, and emotionally frozen because you can’t make up your mind. When your day feels like you’re trying to crawl through mud just to make it to the end of the day. The moments that your inner critic becomes obsessed with keeping you down. Career shake-ups, that leave you flailing for a lifeline.
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Danielle Duchatellier Boucree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, MBA
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Do you want to learn how to create better boundaries, manage anxiety, prioritize self care or process the parts of your life that feel like they are draining you of hope and joy? Are you a couple who wants to optimize your communication, intentionally manage conflict and make the next few years better than the last? With warmth, humor, and a direct style, I help individuals and couples find their own strengths, understand their challenges with compassion, and use this knowledge to improve the their lives.
Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Do you want to learn how to create better boundaries, manage anxiety, prioritize self care or process the parts of your life that feel like they are draining you of hope and joy? Are you a couple who wants to optimize your communication, intentionally manage conflict and make the next few years better than the last? With warmth, humor, and a direct style, I help individuals and couples find their own strengths, understand their challenges with compassion, and use this knowledge to improve the their lives.
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Dr. Ann Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C, CST, CEAP
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
I help teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of issues whether they're at home, school, or work. I'll help you look at patterns of behavior, your upbringing, environment and current interactions so we can determine the next steps for you to take toward your goals.
I help teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of issues whether they're at home, school, or work. I'll help you look at patterns of behavior, your upbringing, environment and current interactions so we can determine the next steps for you to take toward your goals.
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Are you finding it challenging to navigate the ebbs and flows of life? I work to offer my clients a soft space to learn to ride the waves and remember their inherent value. I have familiarity with providing individual, group, and family therapy for adolescents and adults who experience anxiety, depression, issues with peers, grief, intergenerational trauma, low self-esteem, and BIPOC-specific issues such as difficulty maneuvering systemic oppression.
Are you finding it challenging to navigate the ebbs and flows of life? I work to offer my clients a soft space to learn to ride the waves and remember their inherent value. I have familiarity with providing individual, group, and family therapy for adolescents and adults who experience anxiety, depression, issues with peers, grief, intergenerational trauma, low self-esteem, and BIPOC-specific issues such as difficulty maneuvering systemic oppression.
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I am licensed to see clients in Maryland, Virginia, & DC both in person or over telehealth. My clients describe me as warm, friendly, down to earth, and kind. I believe in forming a caring, secure, and trusting relationship with all my clients as the basis for our work together. In my humanness, I like to help clients see that they are not alone and they will be accepted and not judged by me. I consider my clients as the experts on their lives and my job is to support them in achieving their goals and caring for them during this process. I offer guidance, understanding, & wisdom based on experience and knowledge. I truly care.
I am licensed to see clients in Maryland, Virginia, & DC both in person or over telehealth. My clients describe me as warm, friendly, down to earth, and kind. I believe in forming a caring, secure, and trusting relationship with all my clients as the basis for our work together. In my humanness, I like to help clients see that they are not alone and they will be accepted and not judged by me. I consider my clients as the experts on their lives and my job is to support them in achieving their goals and caring for them during this process. I offer guidance, understanding, & wisdom based on experience and knowledge. I truly care.
![Photo of Sharilyn Wiskup Hafkin, MEd, EdS, LPC, CGP](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b51c85d0-39f1-4783-b6bd-24e9ef685419/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sharilyn Wiskup Hafkin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC, CGP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I believe that everyone deserves therapy and an objective ear. No problem is too big or too small. I see it as part of my job to help you understand the way you think and feel so that you can have more meaningful relationships with those closest to you. Together, we'll make sense of the things in your life that are troubling you, and explore ways to cope in order to help you feel less overwhelmed.
I believe that everyone deserves therapy and an objective ear. No problem is too big or too small. I see it as part of my job to help you understand the way you think and feel so that you can have more meaningful relationships with those closest to you. Together, we'll make sense of the things in your life that are troubling you, and explore ways to cope in order to help you feel less overwhelmed.
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PlayfulLeigh Psyched, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, MS/MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816 (Online Only)
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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.
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.
![Photo of Reuven Rosen - Reuven Rosen, LMSW - Teen and Family Therapist, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e4f8a377-a848-41aa-8066-85f80ed257b4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Reuven Rosen, LMSW - Teen and Family Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Do you feel frustrated when interacting with your teen? Does she hide in her room, or is he addicted to his phone? Or are you the teen himself who is frustrated that your parents just dont get you? Family relationships can be HARD, but with empathetic guidance and practical tools, you can heal even the most difficult relationships. You can learn to communicate in a way that your loved ones can hear. Parents and adolescents can learn skills to engage with each other and create a lasting bond.
Do you feel frustrated when interacting with your teen? Does she hide in her room, or is he addicted to his phone? Or are you the teen himself who is frustrated that your parents just dont get you? Family relationships can be HARD, but with empathetic guidance and practical tools, you can heal even the most difficult relationships. You can learn to communicate in a way that your loved ones can hear. Parents and adolescents can learn skills to engage with each other and create a lasting bond.
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Hello! Are you looking for a non judgemental, supportive, compassionate and skilled guide for managing challenging life transitions, self-destructive behaviours, difficult emotions or unhelpful thoughts? Let me help you find a way forward in discovering and enjoying your life. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families find their way forward.
Hello! Are you looking for a non judgemental, supportive, compassionate and skilled guide for managing challenging life transitions, self-destructive behaviours, difficult emotions or unhelpful thoughts? Let me help you find a way forward in discovering and enjoying your life. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families find their way forward.
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Stephanie 'stevie' Shuchart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
After a long career and brief retirement, I chose to resume practice because many people struggling now with old trauma, depression and anxiety and I know ways to help them find more peace and equilibrium. Are you dealing with PTSD, regret or guilt? Did you suffer abuse in the past? Are you having difficulty adjusting to how life has changed? Are you grieving the loss of someone dear to you or for the collective losses we've experienced? Are you experiencing caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, burnout, or vicarious trauma? Are health challenges impacting your mood and ability to cope? Let's talk...I would like to help!
After a long career and brief retirement, I chose to resume practice because many people struggling now with old trauma, depression and anxiety and I know ways to help them find more peace and equilibrium. Are you dealing with PTSD, regret or guilt? Did you suffer abuse in the past? Are you having difficulty adjusting to how life has changed? Are you grieving the loss of someone dear to you or for the collective losses we've experienced? Are you experiencing caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, burnout, or vicarious trauma? Are health challenges impacting your mood and ability to cope? Let's talk...I would like to help!
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Caryn Malkus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
As Ted Lasso says, "I promise you there is something worse out there than being sad, and that's being alone and being sad". Are you experiencing sadness, frustration, loneliness, and worry? Are you struggling with relationships? Are you caught in a negative self talk spiral? It's time to get some relief from these difficult issues and feelings. Sharing with me, I will undo your aloneness and help you gain the support and guidance you need. Whether you are an individual or couple, I can help you create new, healthy ways of interacting with your self and others so you get what you want out of life, emerging confident and connected!
As Ted Lasso says, "I promise you there is something worse out there than being sad, and that's being alone and being sad". Are you experiencing sadness, frustration, loneliness, and worry? Are you struggling with relationships? Are you caught in a negative self talk spiral? It's time to get some relief from these difficult issues and feelings. Sharing with me, I will undo your aloneness and help you gain the support and guidance you need. Whether you are an individual or couple, I can help you create new, healthy ways of interacting with your self and others so you get what you want out of life, emerging confident and connected!
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Amanda Shrekenhamer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
It can be difficult to know how to move forward in your personal life, work, or academics when fear, anxiety, or depression are making you feel stuck. I often find that when one hits a crossroad in their life, it can sometimes bring stress, but also has the potential to create growth and resilience. Whether it’s navigating parenthood, coping with a difficult boss or colleague, feeling imposter syndrome in your program of study, or feeling shame for not living up to your "potential", having a nonjudgmental and supportive space to work on healing can make all of the difference.
It can be difficult to know how to move forward in your personal life, work, or academics when fear, anxiety, or depression are making you feel stuck. I often find that when one hits a crossroad in their life, it can sometimes bring stress, but also has the potential to create growth and resilience. Whether it’s navigating parenthood, coping with a difficult boss or colleague, feeling imposter syndrome in your program of study, or feeling shame for not living up to your "potential", having a nonjudgmental and supportive space to work on healing can make all of the difference.
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Constance Angiuli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815 (Online Only)
I am a therapist with 20 years' experience providing holistic brain-based treatment for enhanced decision making and performance coaching as well as trauma informed therapy to adolescents and adults. This approach allows me to treat PTSD, anxiety and depression but also offers brain-based coaching for career challenges, performance enhancement, future visualization. My therapy style is client centered and non-judgmental. I focus on three areas - EMDR for trauma healing, depression and anxiety. EMDR (visualization) for sports injury recovery and EMDR for high level decision making (home purchase, college, career etc.)
I am a therapist with 20 years' experience providing holistic brain-based treatment for enhanced decision making and performance coaching as well as trauma informed therapy to adolescents and adults. This approach allows me to treat PTSD, anxiety and depression but also offers brain-based coaching for career challenges, performance enhancement, future visualization. My therapy style is client centered and non-judgmental. I focus on three areas - EMDR for trauma healing, depression and anxiety. EMDR (visualization) for sports injury recovery and EMDR for high level decision making (home purchase, college, career etc.)
![Photo of Fabiola Jamieson, LCSW-C, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/31d259b2-d009-4feb-a457-fffe275a8645/1/320x400.jpeg)
Fabiola Jamieson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Fabiola! I provide virtual individual therapy for adult women living in Maryland or Utah. I’m a wife, momma, nature lover, people-person, and I enjoy gardening. I’m also a licensed clinical therapist, and I love helping people. ¡Hablo Espańol, soy Chapina y Chilanga or una Guatema-gringa!
Hi, I’m Fabiola! I provide virtual individual therapy for adult women living in Maryland or Utah. I’m a wife, momma, nature lover, people-person, and I enjoy gardening. I’m also a licensed clinical therapist, and I love helping people. ¡Hablo Espańol, soy Chapina y Chilanga or una Guatema-gringa!
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Are you or your child/teen having issues with attention/executive functioning (i.e., time management, organization, task completion)? Having trouble staying focused, being organized, motivated, or often becoming anxious? Struggling to get homework or work tasks completed? Feeling unhappy, overwhelmed, or on edge frequently? If so, I am able to assist by providing therapy, ADHD/executive functioning coaching, and/or assessment services in order to identify difficulties and work collaboratively to help you or your loved one thrive in life.
Are you or your child/teen having issues with attention/executive functioning (i.e., time management, organization, task completion)? Having trouble staying focused, being organized, motivated, or often becoming anxious? Struggling to get homework or work tasks completed? Feeling unhappy, overwhelmed, or on edge frequently? If so, I am able to assist by providing therapy, ADHD/executive functioning coaching, and/or assessment services in order to identify difficulties and work collaboratively to help you or your loved one thrive in life.
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I help children, adolescents, young adults, parents & families, providing individual therapy, family therapy, & parent coaching. Each person and treatment is unique, but I integrate several techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parent coaching, family systems, meditation, and hypnosis. Please contact me at 301-365-8105 or drpamluttig@gmail.com. If you prefer, we can have that initial contact over teletherapy. You can tell me about the issues, and I will describe how I would approach the therapy or refer you to someone else who can help.
I help children, adolescents, young adults, parents & families, providing individual therapy, family therapy, & parent coaching. Each person and treatment is unique, but I integrate several techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parent coaching, family systems, meditation, and hypnosis. Please contact me at 301-365-8105 or drpamluttig@gmail.com. If you prefer, we can have that initial contact over teletherapy. You can tell me about the issues, and I will describe how I would approach the therapy or refer you to someone else who can help.
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Individuals, families and couples realize, at some time, they need assistance to effectively deal with overwhelming life events, strained relationships, loss, anger, and life transitions. For over 20 years I have successfully helped people break self-defeating, unfulfilling patterns of relating and behaving so they can experience more joy, happiness and success in their personal and professional lives. I use a blend of psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral and family systems therapy. My clients find me to be a very direct, open and engaging therapist, who provides safe space for even the most difficult issues and conflicts to be addressed and resolved.
Individuals, families and couples realize, at some time, they need assistance to effectively deal with overwhelming life events, strained relationships, loss, anger, and life transitions. For over 20 years I have successfully helped people break self-defeating, unfulfilling patterns of relating and behaving so they can experience more joy, happiness and success in their personal and professional lives. I use a blend of psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral and family systems therapy. My clients find me to be a very direct, open and engaging therapist, who provides safe space for even the most difficult issues and conflicts to be addressed and resolved.
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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.
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.
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Brittany LaFleur is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LCPC-S) with a deep passion for aiding individuals in their journey towards becoming their best selves, hence why she started Your Best Self therapeutic services in 2018. Brittany creates a safe & confidential space to guide clients’ exploration of their inner worlds. She has a dynamic, compassionate & direct style of connecting with clients and leads a team of several other talented therapists.
Brittany LaFleur is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LCPC-S) with a deep passion for aiding individuals in their journey towards becoming their best selves, hence why she started Your Best Self therapeutic services in 2018. Brittany creates a safe & confidential space to guide clients’ exploration of their inner worlds. She has a dynamic, compassionate & direct style of connecting with clients and leads a team of several other talented therapists.
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A Woman In Transition is A Powerful FORCE. I specialize in counseling women who are moving into and out of a relationship, women starting or wanting a new career, women transitioning from working outside the home to staying home with family, women starting again for any number of reasons, and women who just want their lives to be better and unencumbered by past hurts. My 14 years of experience in counseling also includes working with young women who are developing their identities; helping them understand how to love themselves inside and out, and developing them into confident and productive women.
A Woman In Transition is A Powerful FORCE. I specialize in counseling women who are moving into and out of a relationship, women starting or wanting a new career, women transitioning from working outside the home to staying home with family, women starting again for any number of reasons, and women who just want their lives to be better and unencumbered by past hurts. My 14 years of experience in counseling also includes working with young women who are developing their identities; helping them understand how to love themselves inside and out, and developing them into confident and productive women.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.