Parenting Therapists in Chevy Chase, MD
Samantha McMahon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
We have all learned the hard way that life doesn't go according to plan, and that's where I come in. My goal is to provide you with a non-judgmental space to process, find balance, and the tools to successfully navigate all that gets thrown your way. In this work, I believe that it’s all about relationships. I prioritize bringing my most authentic self to create a safe and welcoming environment where we can develop a strong foundation to achieve your goals. While we may set big picture goals in our time together, I believe there is no win too small to celebrate and emphasize progress over perfection.
We have all learned the hard way that life doesn't go according to plan, and that's where I come in. My goal is to provide you with a non-judgmental space to process, find balance, and the tools to successfully navigate all that gets thrown your way. In this work, I believe that it’s all about relationships. I prioritize bringing my most authentic self to create a safe and welcoming environment where we can develop a strong foundation to achieve your goals. While we may set big picture goals in our time together, I believe there is no win too small to celebrate and emphasize progress over perfection.
In our fast-paced world, it can be tempting to just keep scrolling and hope that things will eventually slow down and work out. I believe in helping my clients live their lives with intention and purpose. I will work with you to identify your hopes, goals, and strengths so that every day feels meaningful and your life doesn’t just pass you by. I teach both concrete tools to support my clients in their daily living as well as provide a safe container for clients to explore parts of themselves they want to learn more about.
In our fast-paced world, it can be tempting to just keep scrolling and hope that things will eventually slow down and work out. I believe in helping my clients live their lives with intention and purpose. I will work with you to identify your hopes, goals, and strengths so that every day feels meaningful and your life doesn’t just pass you by. I teach both concrete tools to support my clients in their daily living as well as provide a safe container for clients to explore parts of themselves they want to learn more about.
Chaka Starkes
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Supervisor with 10 years of experience. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and everything you need is already within you. My goal is to help you access more of who you are, feel confident in your life’s story, and find strength in even the toughest chapters. With training in CBT, ABFT, FFT, and EMDR, I’m here to provide compassionate support as you navigate your journey.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Supervisor with 10 years of experience. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and everything you need is already within you. My goal is to help you access more of who you are, feel confident in your life’s story, and find strength in even the toughest chapters. With training in CBT, ABFT, FFT, and EMDR, I’m here to provide compassionate support as you navigate your journey.
First we together bring rapid relief from your current upsets (e.g., anxiety, depression), before moving on to any deeper issues. We work together directly, actively, and with care, focusing on mutually agreed upon goals. Together we work emphasizing strengths as well as dealing with problems. A collaborative partnership with you yields the best outcomes within the shortest amount of time. Understanding your family is important in our work: the current family and the family of the past. Support for families experiencing drug/alcohol crises is available. Free initial consultation by telephone. email me at drbarbarajsuter@gmail.com
First we together bring rapid relief from your current upsets (e.g., anxiety, depression), before moving on to any deeper issues. We work together directly, actively, and with care, focusing on mutually agreed upon goals. Together we work emphasizing strengths as well as dealing with problems. A collaborative partnership with you yields the best outcomes within the shortest amount of time. Understanding your family is important in our work: the current family and the family of the past. Support for families experiencing drug/alcohol crises is available. Free initial consultation by telephone. email me at drbarbarajsuter@gmail.com
The Wake Kendall Group, PLLC is a private practice in Washington, DC offering a wide variety of psychological services to our community. Our services include psychotherapy for children, adults and couples, comprehensive outpatient DBT for adults, and psychological and neuropsychological evaluations. Our team of highly skilled clinicians sees clients of all ages and stages of life for a broad range of concerns.
The Wake Kendall Group, PLLC is a private practice in Washington, DC offering a wide variety of psychological services to our community. Our services include psychotherapy for children, adults and couples, comprehensive outpatient DBT for adults, and psychological and neuropsychological evaluations. Our team of highly skilled clinicians sees clients of all ages and stages of life for a broad range of concerns.
Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Since it was founded in 2003 by Dr. Stephen Holland, Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been providing research-proven treatment and compassionate care in Washington, DC. In 2020, we expanded our practice to provide treatment and psychological assessments to children, adolescents, and adults in Bethesda, MD. CBT has been shown to be effective for a number of problems, including: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, personality disorders, and relationship problems.
Since it was founded in 2003 by Dr. Stephen Holland, Capital Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been providing research-proven treatment and compassionate care in Washington, DC. In 2020, we expanded our practice to provide treatment and psychological assessments to children, adolescents, and adults in Bethesda, MD. CBT has been shown to be effective for a number of problems, including: depression, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, personality disorders, and relationship problems.
Caroline Freedenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Many women and partners/fathers feel sad, anxious, stressed, and struggle to find joy or experience barriers connecting with their pregnancy or baby. You are not alone, and it is not your fault. Think of me as an ally in your corner, a mirror for your strengths, and a strategist walking alongside you during this time. I am passionate about working with women and parents experiencing perinatal anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and obsessive-compulsive disorders during or following a pregnancy, and navigating parenthood.
Many women and partners/fathers feel sad, anxious, stressed, and struggle to find joy or experience barriers connecting with their pregnancy or baby. You are not alone, and it is not your fault. Think of me as an ally in your corner, a mirror for your strengths, and a strategist walking alongside you during this time. I am passionate about working with women and parents experiencing perinatal anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and obsessive-compulsive disorders during or following a pregnancy, and navigating parenthood.
Amy Heltzer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Life has turned upside down and is now full of uncertainty. Each day can feel overwhelming, stressful and isolating. At times, it can feel like you are drowning. You may be feeling exhausted from trying to balance work and home life, yet feel like you just can’t get things right. Again and again, it feels you are somehow falling short. Resentment builds. You’re feeling guilty and anxious, but still there seems to be overwhelming pressure to do more and give more.
Life has turned upside down and is now full of uncertainty. Each day can feel overwhelming, stressful and isolating. At times, it can feel like you are drowning. You may be feeling exhausted from trying to balance work and home life, yet feel like you just can’t get things right. Again and again, it feels you are somehow falling short. Resentment builds. You’re feeling guilty and anxious, but still there seems to be overwhelming pressure to do more and give more.
As your therapist I will work carefully and thoughtfully to assist you in addressing the issues that have brought you pain, fear, uncertainty or self-doubt. The individuals I work with may have a history of trauma, challenging life circumstances or anxiety and depression. I create a safe and positive space to process emotions, receive support and develop new coping skills to become healthier, happier and at peace with yourself. Our relationship as therapist and client is the foundation to build upon as your strengthen your relationship with yourself and build stronger relationships throughout your life.
As your therapist I will work carefully and thoughtfully to assist you in addressing the issues that have brought you pain, fear, uncertainty or self-doubt. The individuals I work with may have a history of trauma, challenging life circumstances or anxiety and depression. I create a safe and positive space to process emotions, receive support and develop new coping skills to become healthier, happier and at peace with yourself. Our relationship as therapist and client is the foundation to build upon as your strengthen your relationship with yourself and build stronger relationships throughout your life.
Are you or your child neurodivergent or LGBTQIA+ and navigating life’s ups and downs? You deserve a space to be yourself, share your story, and feel heard without judgment. You are the expert on you, and in our work together my goal is to ensure you feel seen, validated, and gently challenged when necessary to meet your personal goals whether that’s building connections, finding community, or creating a positive identity. Together, we’ll empower you to live authentically and confidently on your terms.
Are you or your child neurodivergent or LGBTQIA+ and navigating life’s ups and downs? You deserve a space to be yourself, share your story, and feel heard without judgment. You are the expert on you, and in our work together my goal is to ensure you feel seen, validated, and gently challenged when necessary to meet your personal goals whether that’s building connections, finding community, or creating a positive identity. Together, we’ll empower you to live authentically and confidently on your terms.
Jocelyn Marcus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Have you struggled to grow beyond past trauma(s), judgment, condemnation, or family of origin relational issues? Are you trying to balance competing roles in your life, but not quite sure of how to? If you’re seeking support with managing all of the parts of self, then you're in the right place.
Have you struggled to grow beyond past trauma(s), judgment, condemnation, or family of origin relational issues? Are you trying to balance competing roles in your life, but not quite sure of how to? If you’re seeking support with managing all of the parts of self, then you're in the right place.
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Albertina Munoz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, CFSW
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Are you seeking to improve your connection with your partner, overcome personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, or grief, or prepare for marriage? My goal is to help individuals and couples cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships and achieve a sense of balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives.
Are you seeking to improve your connection with your partner, overcome personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, or grief, or prepare for marriage? My goal is to help individuals and couples cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships and achieve a sense of balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives.
My focus as an educational consultant includes collaboratively working with parents and schools to help address children's individual developmental and special needs, navigate special education, IEP problems, and advocate for evidence-based interventions. My approach is rooted in the belief that growth is possible for all children, informed by educational research and the experiences I gained as a teacher, special education consultant, and school psychologist.
My focus as an educational consultant includes collaboratively working with parents and schools to help address children's individual developmental and special needs, navigate special education, IEP problems, and advocate for evidence-based interventions. My approach is rooted in the belief that growth is possible for all children, informed by educational research and the experiences I gained as a teacher, special education consultant, and school psychologist.
Open for Online and In-Person Sessions- Hey there! My name is Phyllis and I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a level-2 certified Gottman Couples Therapist providing counseling for couples, adults, and families. I help clients improve communication, trust, and security in their relationships. I work collaboratively with my clients and believe they are the expert on their lives. I focus on their strengths and help build upon them to overcome difficulties. I identify what is already working well for them and we build the skills that they can implement and use in their everyday lives.
Open for Online and In-Person Sessions- Hey there! My name is Phyllis and I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a level-2 certified Gottman Couples Therapist providing counseling for couples, adults, and families. I help clients improve communication, trust, and security in their relationships. I work collaboratively with my clients and believe they are the expert on their lives. I focus on their strengths and help build upon them to overcome difficulties. I identify what is already working well for them and we build the skills that they can implement and use in their everyday lives.
Monica Bachabi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20825 (Online Only)
I'm Monica, a bilingual psychotherapist providing therapeutic services in Maryland. I believe in collaboration, acknowledging that clients are the experts of their own lives. My passion is empowering clients to overcome mental health barriers through challenge and education. Together, we'll lay the foundation by identifying your challenges, understanding your emotions, and recognizing your ability to reshape your thoughts. My goal is to empower you to advocate for yourself by fostering new insights and self-awareness. I understand that discussing past traumas can be daunting, but I'm here to support you through it.
I'm Monica, a bilingual psychotherapist providing therapeutic services in Maryland. I believe in collaboration, acknowledging that clients are the experts of their own lives. My passion is empowering clients to overcome mental health barriers through challenge and education. Together, we'll lay the foundation by identifying your challenges, understanding your emotions, and recognizing your ability to reshape your thoughts. My goal is to empower you to advocate for yourself by fostering new insights and self-awareness. I understand that discussing past traumas can be daunting, but I'm here to support you through it.
You feel stuck, so what if we could help you figure out not only what you want, but also how to get it? I help coach adults with anxiety from legal-related challenges (e.g., divorce, terminations, and moving) successfully navigate these transitions and create stability for their families.
You feel stuck, so what if we could help you figure out not only what you want, but also how to get it? I help coach adults with anxiety from legal-related challenges (e.g., divorce, terminations, and moving) successfully navigate these transitions and create stability for their families.
Carolyn Hoffmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chevy Chase, MD 20815 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who have experienced relationship trauma. I also have a passion for working with adults & couples who feel stuck or overwhelmed by daily responsibilities & life transitions. I'm a true believer in the therapeutic power of dialogue. Life can often be complex & messy, but with a supportive environment to talk things through, it can feel much easier to tackle. I strive to provide an inclusive, empathic, & non-judgmental space to manage your emotions & stressors as we work to nurture your personal relationships.
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who have experienced relationship trauma. I also have a passion for working with adults & couples who feel stuck or overwhelmed by daily responsibilities & life transitions. I'm a true believer in the therapeutic power of dialogue. Life can often be complex & messy, but with a supportive environment to talk things through, it can feel much easier to tackle. I strive to provide an inclusive, empathic, & non-judgmental space to manage your emotions & stressors as we work to nurture your personal relationships.
Mary Frances LaHood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Matrescence refers to the developmental stage in which a woman undergoes physical, emotional, psychological and neurological, hormonal and social transitions - as she becomes a mother. There is so much beauty and gain. There is so much loss and change.
Matrescence refers to the developmental stage in which a woman undergoes physical, emotional, psychological and neurological, hormonal and social transitions - as she becomes a mother. There is so much beauty and gain. There is so much loss and change.
Nadine Lavender-Petersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. I enjoy working with patients who are curious about themselves and are interested and capable of self-reflection and who can enjoy an enlivened and meaningful collaboration.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. I enjoy working with patients who are curious about themselves and are interested and capable of self-reflection and who can enjoy an enlivened and meaningful collaboration.
I see clients in-person in Bethesda, MD, or online throughout MD and WA. I work with individuals to engage deeply with their inner life. This may mean that someone begins therapy with a certain goal, and through a safe therapeutic relationship, they discover other unconscious parts of themselves that may offer compassion to old ways of being. I consider therapy to be a space in which everyone involved grows and heals through the vulnerability that comes from relationship. I would love to work with people who are comfortable being uncomfortable, with the trust that delving into the unconscious can reap powerful healing and clarity.
I see clients in-person in Bethesda, MD, or online throughout MD and WA. I work with individuals to engage deeply with their inner life. This may mean that someone begins therapy with a certain goal, and through a safe therapeutic relationship, they discover other unconscious parts of themselves that may offer compassion to old ways of being. I consider therapy to be a space in which everyone involved grows and heals through the vulnerability that comes from relationship. I would love to work with people who are comfortable being uncomfortable, with the trust that delving into the unconscious can reap powerful healing and clarity.
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