Therapists in Bethesda, MD
Hi! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depressive disorders, grieving, self-esteem, social skills, and relationship issues. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about working with clients from diverse backgrounds and strive to incorporate cultural competence in my therapeutic practice. I believe it’s crucial to provide psychotherapy and preventative services to clients from diverse backgrounds who may be unaware of potential warning signs and risk factors associated with mental health disorders.
Hi! I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depressive disorders, grieving, self-esteem, social skills, and relationship issues. I provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I am passionate about working with clients from diverse backgrounds and strive to incorporate cultural competence in my therapeutic practice. I believe it’s crucial to provide psychotherapy and preventative services to clients from diverse backgrounds who may be unaware of potential warning signs and risk factors associated with mental health disorders.
Comeback Counseling: Trauma-Informed Therapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP-II, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817
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.
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.
Kelly Kolyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
I work with individuals, children, families and couples. My areas of specialization include trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, social skills, and self-esteem building. My work is driven by the belief that all people deserve a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment to address life's challenges. It is my goal to build a collaborative working relationship with clients where the foundation of our time together is built on the inherent strengths of individuals and families.
I work with individuals, children, families and couples. My areas of specialization include trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, social skills, and self-esteem building. My work is driven by the belief that all people deserve a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment to address life's challenges. It is my goal to build a collaborative working relationship with clients where the foundation of our time together is built on the inherent strengths of individuals and families.
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!
I work with clients on a variety of issues across the lifespan including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, parenting issues, adjusting to school, marital difficulty, trauma, emotional/behvioral issues in children and teens. I believe in searching for the resilience in each person. I believe we are all capable of change. Reach out and let’s get you started on your path towards your truest and happiest self.
I work with clients on a variety of issues across the lifespan including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, parenting issues, adjusting to school, marital difficulty, trauma, emotional/behvioral issues in children and teens. I believe in searching for the resilience in each person. I believe we are all capable of change. Reach out and let’s get you started on your path towards your truest and happiest self.
What is Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Forensic populations, you may ask? SMI includes Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Bipolar Disorders, etc. Madisen also enjoys working with the forensically connected populations, specifically, those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reasonable Insanity (NGRI) and Unrestorably Incompetent to Stand Trial (URIST).
What is Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Forensic populations, you may ask? SMI includes Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Bipolar Disorders, etc. Madisen also enjoys working with the forensically connected populations, specifically, those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reasonable Insanity (NGRI) and Unrestorably Incompetent to Stand Trial (URIST).
Rachel E. K. Freedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Not accepting new clients
"All change is loss, and all loss must be mourned." This quote by Harry Levenson normalizes the feelings we all have when big changes occur, even good ones. I provide a safe, supportive environment for you to examine recent life events and their impact on you and your relationships. The therapy relationship is of primary importance to me. Together, we can formulate some coping strategies to address your current difficulties. I seek to help you make connections between the past and the present so that you can create the future you want.
"All change is loss, and all loss must be mourned." This quote by Harry Levenson normalizes the feelings we all have when big changes occur, even good ones. I provide a safe, supportive environment for you to examine recent life events and their impact on you and your relationships. The therapy relationship is of primary importance to me. Together, we can formulate some coping strategies to address your current difficulties. I seek to help you make connections between the past and the present so that you can create the future you want.
Originally from Britain, I have an international background and have helped clients from around the world. Together, we have found ways to adapt to losses as well as new environments, and to heal the legacies of trauma. I work with individual adults and teens, as well as couples and groups.
Originally from Britain, I have an international background and have helped clients from around the world. Together, we have found ways to adapt to losses as well as new environments, and to heal the legacies of trauma. I work with individual adults and teens, as well as couples and groups.
I am a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical professional counselor in MD with 30 years experience in private practice. I am a systems trained marriage and family therapist and a retired school counselor. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. My goal as a therapist is to help clients develop self-awareness to get answers from within and to teach them strategies to facilitate the changes they wish in their lives. In my work with couples, I help them examine their roles as partners and improve communication for solution oriented outcomes.
I am a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical professional counselor in MD with 30 years experience in private practice. I am a systems trained marriage and family therapist and a retired school counselor. I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. My goal as a therapist is to help clients develop self-awareness to get answers from within and to teach them strategies to facilitate the changes they wish in their lives. In my work with couples, I help them examine their roles as partners and improve communication for solution oriented outcomes.
I am a licensed clinical therapist in the state of Maryland. I received my Master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University. I have experience treating eating disorders and have worked as a primary therapist at the residential and partial hospitalization levels of care. I have a special interest in working with complex trauma, mood, and personality disorders, which gives me a unique perspective on how best to support those of all ages and cultural backgrounds through their mental health journey.
I am a licensed clinical therapist in the state of Maryland. I received my Master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University. I have experience treating eating disorders and have worked as a primary therapist at the residential and partial hospitalization levels of care. I have a special interest in working with complex trauma, mood, and personality disorders, which gives me a unique perspective on how best to support those of all ages and cultural backgrounds through their mental health journey.
Individuals I have helped most are those who have abilities and talent but who are not satisfied with their personal life or job performance. I work with you in a safe, accepting, open fashion to understand the basis of things not going as well as you would like and help you sort out options to make matters better. I also work with people who are anxious or fearful but don't know the cause.
I am an active member of the Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy, the American Psychoanalytic Association, and the International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organizations.
Individuals I have helped most are those who have abilities and talent but who are not satisfied with their personal life or job performance. I work with you in a safe, accepting, open fashion to understand the basis of things not going as well as you would like and help you sort out options to make matters better. I also work with people who are anxious or fearful but don't know the cause.
I am an active member of the Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy, the American Psychoanalytic Association, and the International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organizations.
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Katie Cogan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LCC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Katie specializes in PTSD, adoption/foster care issues, helping people who are suffering from chronic illnesses. Katie has an interest in how we can develop second careers as “retire” and reinvent ourselves to use our wealth of wisdom.
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Diane Scheininger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815
I am an experienced therapist who brings insight, warmth, and understanding to the therapy process. I utilize a range of strategies in working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, relationship issues, anxiety and life transitions. My style is interactive, and I focus on creating a trusting and supportive relationship that enables people to feel safe, respected, and hopeful.
I am an experienced therapist who brings insight, warmth, and understanding to the therapy process. I utilize a range of strategies in working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, relationship issues, anxiety and life transitions. My style is interactive, and I focus on creating a trusting and supportive relationship that enables people to feel safe, respected, and hopeful.
My passion is to improve the lives of my clients, offering them new insight, enabling them to see things from different perspectives, and empowering them to make new choices. I work with each client as a whole individual, utilizing an active and collaborative approach. I tailor evidenced-based strategies to best meet the need of each client that I serve. My client base includes individuals, couples, groups, and families. I provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and parenting.
My passion is to improve the lives of my clients, offering them new insight, enabling them to see things from different perspectives, and empowering them to make new choices. I work with each client as a whole individual, utilizing an active and collaborative approach. I tailor evidenced-based strategies to best meet the need of each client that I serve. My client base includes individuals, couples, groups, and families. I provide treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and parenting.
I'm so glad you landed here on my page! Life is really rough right now and you're looking for someone who can help you straighten things out. I can help you figure out what is troubling you in a safe, supportive environment that also encourages change and growth. I'm also proud to be a LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician, member of the queer community, and provide a safe space to be open and free about who you are and what your needs are.
I'm so glad you landed here on my page! Life is really rough right now and you're looking for someone who can help you straighten things out. I can help you figure out what is troubling you in a safe, supportive environment that also encourages change and growth. I'm also proud to be a LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician, member of the queer community, and provide a safe space to be open and free about who you are and what your needs are.
So, you’ve waited this long to either start therapy or change to a therapist that’ll REALLY help. By the time you get to this point – you’re overdue. I get that. That’s why we keep openings for SAME day appointments, and evening & weekend slots. Although we don’t do emergency care – we understand that sometimes it’s best to talk through something soon. I specialize in treating fellow doctors, lawyers or high-net worth individuals who require a therapist that can match their intellect and caliber. I understand how big law, three-letter government agencies and academia works – so you won’t have to waste time getting me up to speed.
So, you’ve waited this long to either start therapy or change to a therapist that’ll REALLY help. By the time you get to this point – you’re overdue. I get that. That’s why we keep openings for SAME day appointments, and evening & weekend slots. Although we don’t do emergency care – we understand that sometimes it’s best to talk through something soon. I specialize in treating fellow doctors, lawyers or high-net worth individuals who require a therapist that can match their intellect and caliber. I understand how big law, three-letter government agencies and academia works – so you won’t have to waste time getting me up to speed.
Amy has over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings, including outpatient mental health, school-based, and private practice. She is dedicated to helping children and families navigate life’s challenges. Amy’s approach to therapy involves creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients where she uses cognitive behavioral therapy and play therapy techniques to help clients experiencing a range difficulties, including anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and behavior issues.
Amy has over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings, including outpatient mental health, school-based, and private practice. She is dedicated to helping children and families navigate life’s challenges. Amy’s approach to therapy involves creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients where she uses cognitive behavioral therapy and play therapy techniques to help clients experiencing a range difficulties, including anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and behavior issues.
I have been helping individuals and couples transform their lives for over 25 years. My work is holistic. We target the root causes of your distress rather than skimming the surface level of symptoms. Only when root causes are addressed can symptoms dissolve. We dive deeply into the core issues that are keeping you stuck, disconnected and dissatisfied in your life and relationships. The process is efficient, effective, respectful, safe and profound. My ideal clients are people who are passionate about healing and releasing patterns that no longer serve them.
I have been helping individuals and couples transform their lives for over 25 years. My work is holistic. We target the root causes of your distress rather than skimming the surface level of symptoms. Only when root causes are addressed can symptoms dissolve. We dive deeply into the core issues that are keeping you stuck, disconnected and dissatisfied in your life and relationships. The process is efficient, effective, respectful, safe and profound. My ideal clients are people who are passionate about healing and releasing patterns that no longer serve them.
Kristen Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Waitlist for new clients
Your child is witty, funny, quirky, maybe even a bit weird. Not everyone gets them, but you love their creative, fast brain. Still, you feel a distance growing between you, and you crave a better understanding of what their behaviors mean and how to support a neurodivergent child. You want to find a therapist who also delights in your family, offering gentle understanding and guidance toward finding your strengths, expressing feelings, and overcoming challenges. I help bright, creative families thrive as they navigate the complex emotional landscape of raising a child with unique needs.
Your child is witty, funny, quirky, maybe even a bit weird. Not everyone gets them, but you love their creative, fast brain. Still, you feel a distance growing between you, and you crave a better understanding of what their behaviors mean and how to support a neurodivergent child. You want to find a therapist who also delights in your family, offering gentle understanding and guidance toward finding your strengths, expressing feelings, and overcoming challenges. I help bright, creative families thrive as they navigate the complex emotional landscape of raising a child with unique needs.
You need * A couples therapist to help repair your relationship * An individual therapist to help you with anxiety, depression or ADHD issues * An expert in parenting skills to help you following a divorce * A therapist that understands complex issues. Your success will be an outgrowth of the relationship with your therapist; therefore, I want you to understand how my 30+ years of experience have shaped my ability to facilitate change. Change is possible at any age. In my integrative approach, I examine the patterns that have shaped you and help you develop new ways of perceiving, feeling and functioning.
You need * A couples therapist to help repair your relationship * An individual therapist to help you with anxiety, depression or ADHD issues * An expert in parenting skills to help you following a divorce * A therapist that understands complex issues. Your success will be an outgrowth of the relationship with your therapist; therefore, I want you to understand how my 30+ years of experience have shaped my ability to facilitate change. Change is possible at any age. In my integrative approach, I examine the patterns that have shaped you and help you develop new ways of perceiving, feeling and functioning.
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Number of Therapists in Bethesda, MD
1,000+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Bethesda, MD who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 66% | Coping Skills |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 62% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 63% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 62% | CareFirst |
| 61% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Bethesda, MD see their clients
| 60% | In Person and Online | |
| 40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |