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Shayla L Bullock
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crofton, MD 21114
***EMAIL FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE***I believe all of us go through challenges and emotional pain throughout our lives that require non-judgmental insights to guide us through the healing process. We begin to manage our challenges and emotional pain in a healthier way by approaching them with curiosity and compassion rather than judgement and criticism. As a therapist, I am passionate about facilitating change with my clients by providing psychoeducation on psychological and emotional issues and a safe space for them to explore and understand their challenges.
***EMAIL FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE***I believe all of us go through challenges and emotional pain throughout our lives that require non-judgmental insights to guide us through the healing process. We begin to manage our challenges and emotional pain in a healthier way by approaching them with curiosity and compassion rather than judgement and criticism. As a therapist, I am passionate about facilitating change with my clients by providing psychoeducation on psychological and emotional issues and a safe space for them to explore and understand their challenges.
HPS Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LGPC, PMHNP-B, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
Services range from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Life Coaching, Medication Management, Meditation, Mindfulness, Natural/Holistic based (aromatherapy, holistic medicine, meditative sounds, nutrition, and natural oils) Psychodynamic, Reality Therapy, SFBT, Sound Therapy, Spiritual Training, and Yoga.
We are a client-oriented counseling (traditional, modern, holistic, and spiritual), coaching, and medication management practice. We put our clients' well-being first and together we work on and identify what solutions will work best for them, their lifestyle, and their healing proces/ change journey.
Services range from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Life Coaching, Medication Management, Meditation, Mindfulness, Natural/Holistic based (aromatherapy, holistic medicine, meditative sounds, nutrition, and natural oils) Psychodynamic, Reality Therapy, SFBT, Sound Therapy, Spiritual Training, and Yoga.
We are a client-oriented counseling (traditional, modern, holistic, and spiritual), coaching, and medication management practice. We put our clients' well-being first and together we work on and identify what solutions will work best for them, their lifestyle, and their healing proces/ change journey.
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.
I enjoy working with individuals who seek to live happier, healthier lives and recognize that change can only happen by trying something new. Each of us has the power to create better lives for ourselves simply by changing the way we relate to ourselves. Many people never learned as children how to cope with stress and negative emotion. But this is a skill that can be learned in adulthood and that can pave the way for greater happiness throughout our lives. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself by noticing and responding to your thoughts and feelings with compassion and validation.
I enjoy working with individuals who seek to live happier, healthier lives and recognize that change can only happen by trying something new. Each of us has the power to create better lives for ourselves simply by changing the way we relate to ourselves. Many people never learned as children how to cope with stress and negative emotion. But this is a skill that can be learned in adulthood and that can pave the way for greater happiness throughout our lives. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself by noticing and responding to your thoughts and feelings with compassion and validation.
Stephanie Vancek Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified Verified
Middle River, MD 21220 (Online Only)
Hi there! I am so glad you are here, welcome to therapy! I am a passionate, devoted therapist who would love to meet you! Message me for a free 20 min consultation via Zoom to meet and ask any questions before getting started. My goal is to support your mental and emotional health in order for you to get back to the best version of yourself and start living a fulfilled life. Life is hard enough, don’t do it alone, we need support. I provide support in many aspects of someone’s life- social, emotional, and spiritual needs. They all go hand in hand. I meet you wherever you are in your journey, without judgment or my own agenda.
Hi there! I am so glad you are here, welcome to therapy! I am a passionate, devoted therapist who would love to meet you! Message me for a free 20 min consultation via Zoom to meet and ask any questions before getting started. My goal is to support your mental and emotional health in order for you to get back to the best version of yourself and start living a fulfilled life. Life is hard enough, don’t do it alone, we need support. I provide support in many aspects of someone’s life- social, emotional, and spiritual needs. They all go hand in hand. I meet you wherever you are in your journey, without judgment or my own agenda.
Kathleen Boggs, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701
My approach includes solution focused, CBT, and compassion focused therapy.
I have been in practice for the past twenty five years and my background includes working with individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with individuals who need help with addictions, anxiety, and relationship issues. I believe therapy can help you find healthy and productive ways to gain more confidence and ability to handle the struggles you face.
My approach includes solution focused, CBT, and compassion focused therapy.
I have been in practice for the past twenty five years and my background includes working with individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with individuals who need help with addictions, anxiety, and relationship issues. I believe therapy can help you find healthy and productive ways to gain more confidence and ability to handle the struggles you face.
Erin Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
I use a holistic, compassion focused environment to conduct therapy that is client centered.
Hello, my name is Erin Callahan. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker- Clinical based out of Montgomery County, MD. I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist who specializes in complex trauma and other life transitions including identity, grief, domestic, and other forms of trauma and marginalization. Working to serve marginalized, neurodivergent, and special victims is my specialty. I work to help people work through the trauma which may be present as an intersection to identity.
I use a holistic, compassion focused environment to conduct therapy that is client centered.
Hello, my name is Erin Callahan. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker- Clinical based out of Montgomery County, MD. I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist who specializes in complex trauma and other life transitions including identity, grief, domestic, and other forms of trauma and marginalization. Working to serve marginalized, neurodivergent, and special victims is my specialty. I work to help people work through the trauma which may be present as an intersection to identity.
Dr. Amanda Rhodes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Waitlist for new clients
Not Currently Accepting New Patients - - - - I’m an NIH-trained Clinical Health Psychologist and specialize in teens and adults experiencing chronic and acute illness/pain as well as caregivers of loved ones with medical conditions. I am the Supervising Psychologist and Director at the National Center for Health Psychology. In therapy, my approach is collaborative and experiential, aiming to help individuals break free from the grip of pain, empowering them to embrace meaning and vitality in their lives.
Not Currently Accepting New Patients - - - - I’m an NIH-trained Clinical Health Psychologist and specialize in teens and adults experiencing chronic and acute illness/pain as well as caregivers of loved ones with medical conditions. I am the Supervising Psychologist and Director at the National Center for Health Psychology. In therapy, my approach is collaborative and experiential, aiming to help individuals break free from the grip of pain, empowering them to embrace meaning and vitality in their lives.
Michelle Glenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Crofton, MD 21114 (Online Only)
I am Michelle, a body positive BIPOC clinician and LGBTQIA+ ally with specialized experience in trauma-informed psychotherapy working with survivors of intimate partner violence, complex PTSD, disruption of childhood attachment, PTSD, acute stress, mood and anxiety disorders. Are you looking for someone who just gets you? Someone who is going to hold up a mirror and help you face your fears? In a way that challenges you, so you can develop tools you can use for the rest of your life. Visit my website to schedule an appointment today!
I am Michelle, a body positive BIPOC clinician and LGBTQIA+ ally with specialized experience in trauma-informed psychotherapy working with survivors of intimate partner violence, complex PTSD, disruption of childhood attachment, PTSD, acute stress, mood and anxiety disorders. Are you looking for someone who just gets you? Someone who is going to hold up a mirror and help you face your fears? In a way that challenges you, so you can develop tools you can use for the rest of your life. Visit my website to schedule an appointment today!
Roslyn Zinner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ACSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
Over my forty-five year career I have worked with many different people of every race, age, and problem type. I listen with a supportive, trained ear, and help my clients find the best coping strategies that will enable them to be happier. Even if only one person is in my office, I see that person as part of their family system, and help them make positive changes that will increase good feelings and reduce conflict. Nearly everyone goes through a rough period in their life when psychotherapy could be helpful for getting back on track. Recently I completed a two day course to become a Certified Trauma therapist.
Over my forty-five year career I have worked with many different people of every race, age, and problem type. I listen with a supportive, trained ear, and help my clients find the best coping strategies that will enable them to be happier. Even if only one person is in my office, I see that person as part of their family system, and help them make positive changes that will increase good feelings and reduce conflict. Nearly everyone goes through a rough period in their life when psychotherapy could be helpful for getting back on track. Recently I completed a two day course to become a Certified Trauma therapist.
Dalia Shiber Schlegel
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Forestville, MD 20747
I provide individual psychotherapy services and comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, and elderly populations. The areas of testing address a variety of issues, such as evaluations for academic and learning difficulties, attention deficit problems, executive function struggles, developmental disorders, neurological conditions, memory concerns, emotional/behavioral problems, and mental health issues. With regards to psychotherapy, the approach utilized will be specifically customized to the client's needs, and could encompass the use of cognitive, behavioral, experiential, psychodynamic, and family systems approaches.
I provide individual psychotherapy services and comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, and elderly populations. The areas of testing address a variety of issues, such as evaluations for academic and learning difficulties, attention deficit problems, executive function struggles, developmental disorders, neurological conditions, memory concerns, emotional/behavioral problems, and mental health issues. With regards to psychotherapy, the approach utilized will be specifically customized to the client's needs, and could encompass the use of cognitive, behavioral, experiential, psychodynamic, and family systems approaches.
Lavina Velasco
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults across the lifespan needing support for anxiety, grief, relationships, and major life changes. Whether we meet virtually, face-to-face, or outdoors in nature, my clients leave sessions feeling reconnected to their self-worth and ability to change unwanted patterns. I have a special interest in helping clients heal from loss; establish healthy boundaries; practice courageous communication; and enjoy meaningful connection with others.
I work with adults across the lifespan needing support for anxiety, grief, relationships, and major life changes. Whether we meet virtually, face-to-face, or outdoors in nature, my clients leave sessions feeling reconnected to their self-worth and ability to change unwanted patterns. I have a special interest in helping clients heal from loss; establish healthy boundaries; practice courageous communication; and enjoy meaningful connection with others.
Patrick DiSalvo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MST, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Do you feel like you have run into a bit of a wall trying to navigate challenges in your life? Are you wondering how to improve your mood, lessen your anxiety, or manage the many stressors that can overwhelm? I am here to work with you in exploring, accepting and traversing such obstacles. As a therapist, former special education teacher, and parent, I understand the value of empathy, compassion and a listening ear. I bring a multitude of experience and a client-centered, strengths-based approach to sessions. In our time together, you will have a safe space to share openly and vulnerably. You will be heard.
Do you feel like you have run into a bit of a wall trying to navigate challenges in your life? Are you wondering how to improve your mood, lessen your anxiety, or manage the many stressors that can overwhelm? I am here to work with you in exploring, accepting and traversing such obstacles. As a therapist, former special education teacher, and parent, I understand the value of empathy, compassion and a listening ear. I bring a multitude of experience and a client-centered, strengths-based approach to sessions. In our time together, you will have a safe space to share openly and vulnerably. You will be heard.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I enjoy working with issues related to depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I enjoy working with issues related to depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Megan Samuels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
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.
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 ideal client may need help with confidence, relationships, or learning who they are. They aim to reduce symptoms of clinical diagnoses and work with me to see progress in their lives. This client would want to learn more about themselves and improve their relationships with others and with themselves. They would be a motivated and insightful client who attends sessions regularly and comes prepared with topics to discuss. I would help this client by listening to them and their thoughts, offering support, and building a rapport with them.
My ideal client may need help with confidence, relationships, or learning who they are. They aim to reduce symptoms of clinical diagnoses and work with me to see progress in their lives. This client would want to learn more about themselves and improve their relationships with others and with themselves. They would be a motivated and insightful client who attends sessions regularly and comes prepared with topics to discuss. I would help this client by listening to them and their thoughts, offering support, and building a rapport with them.
Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results
Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results
How might your life be different if there was a place for you to reflect and heal . . . a time set aside to connect with your inner wisdom and strength . . . a person there to offer guidance and support as you sorted through life's tough stuff and began to heal what hurts . . . a place where you might create the life you most want to live? I bring a creative and spiritual approach to counseling and life journey mentoring. I speak plainly and with compassion. I help you recognize the patterns of thoughts and behaviors that have shaped your life thus far.
How might your life be different if there was a place for you to reflect and heal . . . a time set aside to connect with your inner wisdom and strength . . . a person there to offer guidance and support as you sorted through life's tough stuff and began to heal what hurts . . . a place where you might create the life you most want to live? I bring a creative and spiritual approach to counseling and life journey mentoring. I speak plainly and with compassion. I help you recognize the patterns of thoughts and behaviors that have shaped your life thus far.
Lisa Redd
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MBA, MSPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21229 (Online Only)
I work with all individuals and in particular those who are members of marginalized communities such as but not limited to, BIPOC, global majority, women, single moms, and those reentering society from incarceration who seek a safe, compassionate, environment to address their mental health needs.
I work with all individuals and in particular those who are members of marginalized communities such as but not limited to, BIPOC, global majority, women, single moms, and those reentering society from incarceration who seek a safe, compassionate, environment to address their mental health needs.
Compassion Focused Therapists
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.