Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Chevy Chase, MD

Taking that first step towards seeking support and selecting the right therapist can be daunting. If you're looking to work with a warm, compassionate and effective therapist I welcome you to learn more about me, my therapeutic approaches and practice. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive therapeutic space in which you can share your feelings, gain insight, and learn strategies to cope with loss, life transitions, relationship difficulties, addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, failure to launch, family or work challenges. I provide individual, couples, family and group therapy.

Throughout my career, I have worked to help people have better, more meaningful lives where they feel competent to address their problems and feel connected to others who care. And this is only made possible by my providing a therapeutic relationship which is warm and respectful. I am interested in understanding how people’s histories and styles affect how they get stuck and how they can change. I have had diversified training and experience. Hopefully, this allows for our finding the best approach for getting unstuck. Some issues I address are life transitions, loss, stress, depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship conflict.

Dr. Daniel Damian is a Psychologist in Maryland who has been practicing since 2006. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Damian’s ultimate goal is to help his clients better understand the root cause(s) of their current difficulties, work through their specific issues or concerns, experience healthier ways of relating to themselves and other people and live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. Dr. Damian’s therapeutic approach is eclectic, being tailored to his clients’ unique needs and goals, and primarily consisting of psychodynamic, CBT and DBT-based interventions.

Welcome, I truly believe that therapy is a brave and courageous choice. I strive to create a warm, empathetic, and safe environment for each client that chooses to work with me. I have a special expertise working with both adolescents and adults with mood disorders. Our relationship will be used as an element of change. Often, I will utilize aspects of our relationship to highlight barriers to change and provide a warm and directive approach to push you towards growth. My approach within our therapeutic relationship tends to be more collaborative and I commonly use interventions including mindfulness, CBT, DBT and attachment theory.

Dr. Lindsay Suls is a Licensed Psychologist who obtained her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from Williams James College in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Suls is originally from Maryland and completed her undergraduate degree in psychology from The University of Maryland, College Park. Dr. Suls has several years of experience treating individuals within a diverse array of settings including college counseling centers, hospital inpatient units, private practices, community mental health clinics, and therapeutic day schools where she conducted individual therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessments.

If you are a parent who has been watching their child struggle and doesn't know what to do. If you are a young adult adjusting to college and your post college world. If you're an adult who is juggling the many demands and stresses of life. If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma: you've come to the right place.

Lauren Thatcher is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Lauren has previously worked in the behavioral health field addressing children and adolescents' behavioral issues in the home, school, and community. She also has experience working directly with individuals with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder using an eclectic approach of person-centered therapy, CBT, DBT, and psychoeducation.

I'm happy you are here. I work with women and new parents who are struggling with the transition to pregnancy or parenting and want to feel more enjoyment and confidence in their new identity and relationships. I know it can be intimidating to consider therapy. You may be pregnant or newly postpartum, grappling with the physical, emotional, and environmental changes that come with such a transition. You may be a tired or stressed out parent, trying to “have it all” but always falling behind the endless to-do’s. I understand the difficulties that come with expanding your family. We can work together to reduce your stress.

I enjoy and find it deeply meaningful to counsel adults through life's challenges. Working collaboratively, I help clients navigate life transitions, manage anxiety and depression (including perinatal anxiety and depression), and explore family of origin issues. I am a trauma-informed clinician and embrace an integrative approach to treatment, often drawing upon concepts from Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I appreciate that every client is unique and tailor my approach to meet each client's distinctive therapeutic needs.

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with more than a decade of experience in mental health and substance abuse field. I have experience with wide range of treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, MI, yoga for trauma, biofeedback, experiential therapy (art, music, movement). My clinical focus has been in the areas of trauma treatment, addiction, and relationships. I am passionate about applying holistic approach to mental health and wellness. I meet my clients where they are and help them to move to a better place in their lives using client-centered approach.

NOW accepting new clients! Many emerging adults struggle during the transition from adolescence to adulthood. They spend their days feeling anxious and unfulfilled, falling back on patterns that used to work for them but which no longer are. If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, identity development or unresolved trauma, there is a path forward. You might feel like you keep trying to make changes in your life, and maybe things will go well for a while, but nothing sticks. You're motivated to change, you just need some extra guidance.

I have a passion for assisting individuals of all ages who are facing difficulties in their lives. I possess almost a decade of experience working with a diverse range of clients in inpatient, outpatient, and school settings, dealing with various diagnoses. I specialize in providing support for clients with mood disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and panic disorders, trauma, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts. Additionally, I help clients facing work-life imbalances, relationship issues, emotional dysregulation, LGBTQIA+ issues, and self-harm.

Counseling is a healthy commitment and shows bravery. It is crucial to find the right fit for yourself, one who can best relate to your issues. Working for Peachford, Ridgeview, and Emory Hospitals, has allowed me to focus on trauma, persons on the spectrum, resistent anxiety-depression, ADHD, grief. My goal is to serve as an advocate for those desiring healing, proper medical care and learning to use their voice. Specializing in teens, college students, and adults who suffer from intrusive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, divorce, parental alienation, and narcissist abuse.

When we are struggling with our mental health, the question often asked is “What’s wrong with you?” instead of “What happened to you?” Sadly, many people who have reached out for help have found themselves shamed, invalidated, and in worse shape than they were before. My goal is to provide an affirming and safe therapeutic environment for all identities, and I welcome individuals who are trying therapy for the first time, as well as those who have had previous experiences. I regularly work with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and life transitions.

Welcome! My name is Julia and I can't wait to hear your story. I am passionate about therapy rooted in insight and action. This can look like naming perfectionism as a learned behavior that is no longer serving you, or better understanding the role you played in your family system and how this shows up in your relationships. Once we better understand our patterns we can answer the the ever vital question: Now what? My approach is warm, collaborative, and -above all- curious. Where insight and action meet we can find peace, growth, and even a bit of magic.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. My ideal client is one who wants to make a change, or to accept what cannot change, and is willing to look at their ways of thinking, behaving, and relating to others in order to do so. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents to address mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

I am an experienced therapist who finds real joy in helping one person/couple/family at a time regain control of their life, improve their situation, find a better path, or understand who they really are at the deepest levels along with core relationship patterns. I have 37 years of clinical experience and specialized postgraduate training in a variety of approaches.. Trauma is a primary specialty though I am trained to address a range of problems. I want you to feel safe and comfortable when we meet so developing a trusting relationship will be important. My style is interactive; you will decide if I'm a good fit for what you need.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that allows trust and authenticity to foster insight and growth. A willingness to look inward and allow space for vulnerability will bring you stronger, more authentic connections to both yourself and to the people in your life. I provide psychotherapy for adults, young adults and older adolescents in an empathetic non-judgmental environment with a focus on self-awareness, self-compassion and self-kindness. I use a variety of techniques and theories as well as warmth and a touch of humor to help move your towards healing and reaching your goals.

I work extensively with healthcare​ professionals and other therapists. I currently have a few openings for some additional individuals 17+, couples, and​ families. I utilize DBT, CBT, and various other​ modules to assist every client. I have over 25 years of experience assisting adults just like you. ​Whether you're struggling with persistent anxiety, depression, anger, stress, or something else entirely, I am here for you.