Therapists in Darnestown, MD
If you are having trouble with your work life, relationships, depression, or anxiety, therapy is likely to be very helpful. I'll help you sort out why you are having difficulty, and what's getting in the way. Once we have a clear sense of the obstacles that stand in your way, we'll be more able to find solutions.
If you are having trouble with your work life, relationships, depression, or anxiety, therapy is likely to be very helpful. I'll help you sort out why you are having difficulty, and what's getting in the way. Once we have a clear sense of the obstacles that stand in your way, we'll be more able to find solutions.
Karen E Sherwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Darnestown, MD 20874
Curious about your complex challenges? Feeling cut off from your full capability? I’m interested in helping you uncover what you’re not able to see on your own. I’m highly trained as both a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst and I can help you live more freely. The collaborative process of therapeutic change is fascinating, containing and transforming. I’m fortunate and grateful to help people learn and grow. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. I value uniqueness and diversity. Contact me to see if we could be a good fit.
Curious about your complex challenges? Feeling cut off from your full capability? I’m interested in helping you uncover what you’re not able to see on your own. I’m highly trained as both a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst and I can help you live more freely. The collaborative process of therapeutic change is fascinating, containing and transforming. I’m fortunate and grateful to help people learn and grow. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. I value uniqueness and diversity. Contact me to see if we could be a good fit.
Susan Futeral
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Dr Sue Futeral, and everyone calls me Dr Sue. I am an LCSW-C, C-EAT, with 30 + years of experience supporting wellness and growth with kids, teens and adults. In therapy we set goals to help individuals overcome past traumatic experiences and process the stressors of everyday life. It is my passion to help people be their "best possible selves!"
Hello, my name is Dr Sue Futeral, and everyone calls me Dr Sue. I am an LCSW-C, C-EAT, with 30 + years of experience supporting wellness and growth with kids, teens and adults. In therapy we set goals to help individuals overcome past traumatic experiences and process the stressors of everyday life. It is my passion to help people be their "best possible selves!"
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with extensive experience providing individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked in both educational and clinical settings, including GY Counseling and Prince George’s County Public Schools, where I supported students with autism and those in crisis. My background includes trauma therapy, crisis intervention, and program development, with a strong focus on helping diverse populations navigate mental health challenges.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with extensive experience providing individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked in both educational and clinical settings, including GY Counseling and Prince George’s County Public Schools, where I supported students with autism and those in crisis. My background includes trauma therapy, crisis intervention, and program development, with a strong focus on helping diverse populations navigate mental health challenges.
Kenya Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
My name is Kenya Brown, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing services to a diverse population. I am honored to be chosen to partner with you in your journey of managing your mental health in the midst of life challenges. I use a person-centered approach to working with clients pulling in cognitive behavioral tools and motivational interviewing techniques. I am comfortable working with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds with a ranged of mental health concerns.
My name is Kenya Brown, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing services to a diverse population. I am honored to be chosen to partner with you in your journey of managing your mental health in the midst of life challenges. I use a person-centered approach to working with clients pulling in cognitive behavioral tools and motivational interviewing techniques. I am comfortable working with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds with a ranged of mental health concerns.
Helena Zappolino
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m Helena Zappolino, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland, providing telehealth services to adults and couples. I work with adults and couples and specialize helping you navigate life's challenges, achieve your personal and relational goals, and work through trauma, and life transitions.
Welcome! I’m Helena Zappolino, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland, providing telehealth services to adults and couples. I work with adults and couples and specialize helping you navigate life's challenges, achieve your personal and relational goals, and work through trauma, and life transitions.
Summer Post
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
My name is Summer Post. I am a licensed counselor in Delaware, Maine, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia. I work with individuals who have experienced adverse experiences to help them to take control back in their lives. I utilize a wide range of approaches to assist individuals with meeting their goals including EMDR, IFS, DBT, ERP and Mindfulness.
My name is Summer Post. I am a licensed counselor in Delaware, Maine, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia. I work with individuals who have experienced adverse experiences to help them to take control back in their lives. I utilize a wide range of approaches to assist individuals with meeting their goals including EMDR, IFS, DBT, ERP and Mindfulness.
Jasmine Cucinotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
My name is Jasmine Cucinotta, and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland. I provide therapy with empathy, warmth, and advocacy, using a person-centered approach to meet each client's unique goals. My focus areas include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a Strengths-Based Approach to support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, or life stressors. My goal is to provide tailored support that empowers clients to manage these conditions and achieve emotional well-being.
My name is Jasmine Cucinotta, and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland. I provide therapy with empathy, warmth, and advocacy, using a person-centered approach to meet each client's unique goals. My focus areas include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a Strengths-Based Approach to support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, or life stressors. My goal is to provide tailored support that empowers clients to manage these conditions and achieve emotional well-being.
Hello, I'm Nazli Fouladi. I'm here to help you navigate life's challenges towards mental well-being and emotional balance. If you're feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about seeking help, please know that you're not alone. Starting therapy can be intimidating, but in our sessions, you'll discover a safe and supportive environment where your voice is heard with compassion and respect. My belief is that you already possess the awareness and capacity for change; together, we'll use evidence-based techniques to explore and overcome the areas in need of adjustment to discover and build on your strengths.
Hello, I'm Nazli Fouladi. I'm here to help you navigate life's challenges towards mental well-being and emotional balance. If you're feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about seeking help, please know that you're not alone. Starting therapy can be intimidating, but in our sessions, you'll discover a safe and supportive environment where your voice is heard with compassion and respect. My belief is that you already possess the awareness and capacity for change; together, we'll use evidence-based techniques to explore and overcome the areas in need of adjustment to discover and build on your strengths.
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Julia Rasnake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
You don’t have to get through this alone! Imagine being able to leave behind the cycle of pain, stress, and anxiety, and feel confident you can handle anything life can throw at you.
Painful experiences impact us throughout our lives, harming our sense of self and changing our life paths. You may be dealing with scary thoughts, gut-wrenching emotions, intrusive memories, and perhaps panic, guilt or shame. The loss, trauma, and abuse that can occur in our relationships, families and experiences impacts our bodies and our minds. You deserve to heal, and step into a future where you feel resilient, empowered, peaceful and accepted as you are.
You don’t have to get through this alone! Imagine being able to leave behind the cycle of pain, stress, and anxiety, and feel confident you can handle anything life can throw at you.
Painful experiences impact us throughout our lives, harming our sense of self and changing our life paths. You may be dealing with scary thoughts, gut-wrenching emotions, intrusive memories, and perhaps panic, guilt or shame. The loss, trauma, and abuse that can occur in our relationships, families and experiences impacts our bodies and our minds. You deserve to heal, and step into a future where you feel resilient, empowered, peaceful and accepted as you are.
Kaylan Cramer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20884 (Online Only)
I believe that true healing happens when a challenge is addressed holistically, and when the client is seen as a whole person. Therapy with me is a safe space to explore your connection with any uncomfortable emotions, disruptive thoughts and behavioral patterns, as well as, complicated relationships with the individuals in your life. I am especially passionate about working with those who suffer with pain and trauma from the past and who are interested in exploring how it affects their everyday life.
I believe that true healing happens when a challenge is addressed holistically, and when the client is seen as a whole person. Therapy with me is a safe space to explore your connection with any uncomfortable emotions, disruptive thoughts and behavioral patterns, as well as, complicated relationships with the individuals in your life. I am especially passionate about working with those who suffer with pain and trauma from the past and who are interested in exploring how it affects their everyday life.
Elise Celli- Chronic Illness, Art therapy, Men
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874
Immediate openings as of 10/30. Hi, I’m Elise! I enjoy working with 1) stressed out men & women- I connect well with both 2) young adults and teens entering and surviving the adulting world; 3) those who feel disconnected in relationships or choose the “wrong” people after painful childhood experiences- adult adoptees welcome & 4) those with chronic pain or illness. As a person who has both personal & professional experience with chronic pain/ illness, I get it and am here to help! My approach? I am supportive & a little spunky, but also gently challenge you so that you can reach your goals. Christian counseling upon request.
Immediate openings as of 10/30. Hi, I’m Elise! I enjoy working with 1) stressed out men & women- I connect well with both 2) young adults and teens entering and surviving the adulting world; 3) those who feel disconnected in relationships or choose the “wrong” people after painful childhood experiences- adult adoptees welcome & 4) those with chronic pain or illness. As a person who has both personal & professional experience with chronic pain/ illness, I get it and am here to help! My approach? I am supportive & a little spunky, but also gently challenge you so that you can reach your goals. Christian counseling upon request.
Tina Lightner-Morris
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DMin, MS, LCPC, NBCC, IAYT-C
Verified Verified
North Potomac, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Thank You. We will design a healing journey that is uniquely yours! Specializing in trauma resolution and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. Working together considering all factors of mind, body, and spirit. Honoring chronic illness; reviewing your spiritual life or lack of; what you eat or don't; your thoughts and what you are afraid to think; how you move or are unable to move; what you vision for your-Self and what gets in the way. Acknowledging the great mystery of suffering and how to find meaning. Exploring your resiliency and your innate capacity to heal - seeking your strengths and what brings joy and happiness!
Thank You. We will design a healing journey that is uniquely yours! Specializing in trauma resolution and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. Working together considering all factors of mind, body, and spirit. Honoring chronic illness; reviewing your spiritual life or lack of; what you eat or don't; your thoughts and what you are afraid to think; how you move or are unable to move; what you vision for your-Self and what gets in the way. Acknowledging the great mystery of suffering and how to find meaning. Exploring your resiliency and your innate capacity to heal - seeking your strengths and what brings joy and happiness!
Meghan Bower
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CAC-AD, RPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Meghan has extensive experience working in the field of mental health and substance use treatment. Meghan has worked with a variety of issues including: addiction, anxiety, depression, divorce, infidelity, chronic illness, grief, trauma, low self- esteem, life coaching, parenting, and stress. Meghan also works with a nurse practitioner to assist clients with medication management, along with several other therapists in her practice. Meghan understands the importance of utilizing a team approach along with resources as part of the therapeutic process and is very familiar with a variety of support services in the area.
Meghan has extensive experience working in the field of mental health and substance use treatment. Meghan has worked with a variety of issues including: addiction, anxiety, depression, divorce, infidelity, chronic illness, grief, trauma, low self- esteem, life coaching, parenting, and stress. Meghan also works with a nurse practitioner to assist clients with medication management, along with several other therapists in her practice. Meghan understands the importance of utilizing a team approach along with resources as part of the therapeutic process and is very familiar with a variety of support services in the area.
Are you feeling stuck and wanting to make a shift to find more happiness and contentment? Seeking help can be challenging, yet so important for healing. Sometimes life gently encourages us to step into change and other times it can be forceful in its approach. I am here to walk along side you through your journey, supporting you by highlighting your strengths and working with you to find the best path towards healing. I am a compassionate, warm, genuine, and caring professional who honors the entire spectrum of human experience. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and authentic therapeutic relationship to support healing.
Are you feeling stuck and wanting to make a shift to find more happiness and contentment? Seeking help can be challenging, yet so important for healing. Sometimes life gently encourages us to step into change and other times it can be forceful in its approach. I am here to walk along side you through your journey, supporting you by highlighting your strengths and working with you to find the best path towards healing. I am a compassionate, warm, genuine, and caring professional who honors the entire spectrum of human experience. I believe in creating a non-judgmental, safe, and authentic therapeutic relationship to support healing.
Sanaa Sharnoubi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSc, LCPC, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
If life is a journey and you are at a wrong or unfamiliar juncture, I will be a trustworthy guide and companion as you chart your way to your destination. I can help with such roadblocks as depression, anxiety, fear or shame, substance abuse, difficulties in social, romantic, marital or family relationships. Other bumps in the road might involve professional or cultural issues. My promise is to support you consistently and unconditionally. Another promise is that you will (re)discover inner resources with which you can change/enhance any part(s) of your life that you are not satisfied with.
If life is a journey and you are at a wrong or unfamiliar juncture, I will be a trustworthy guide and companion as you chart your way to your destination. I can help with such roadblocks as depression, anxiety, fear or shame, substance abuse, difficulties in social, romantic, marital or family relationships. Other bumps in the road might involve professional or cultural issues. My promise is to support you consistently and unconditionally. Another promise is that you will (re)discover inner resources with which you can change/enhance any part(s) of your life that you are not satisfied with.
Joe Gallagher
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCTP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Joseph “Joe” Gallagher, LCPC, NCC, CCTP, BC-TMH, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Board Certified-Telemental Health Provider. Joe is a multiculturally competent therapist who is passionate about assisting clients in identifying and achieving their goals. Joe delivers an integrative approach to therapy, believing that every person is intrinsically valuable with a unique story to tell. Joe believes that all individuals have the right to be heard by a caring professional who will provide a safe space to grow and learn to be their best, most happy self.
Joseph “Joe” Gallagher, LCPC, NCC, CCTP, BC-TMH, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and a Board Certified-Telemental Health Provider. Joe is a multiculturally competent therapist who is passionate about assisting clients in identifying and achieving their goals. Joe delivers an integrative approach to therapy, believing that every person is intrinsically valuable with a unique story to tell. Joe believes that all individuals have the right to be heard by a caring professional who will provide a safe space to grow and learn to be their best, most happy self.
Deciding to reach out to a therapist is not an easy task. It is normal to feel anxious about seeking help and trusting another person. As a licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide an atmosphere in therapy that feels safe and accepting. I use a solution-focused approach to help you reach your goals. I offer practical solutions while also providing insight and support and incorporate various cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness techniques as well. My goal for you is to find relief for the issues you are facing so that you may lead a happy and productive life.
Deciding to reach out to a therapist is not an easy task. It is normal to feel anxious about seeking help and trusting another person. As a licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide an atmosphere in therapy that feels safe and accepting. I use a solution-focused approach to help you reach your goals. I offer practical solutions while also providing insight and support and incorporate various cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness techniques as well. My goal for you is to find relief for the issues you are facing so that you may lead a happy and productive life.
Brittany Goff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874
Are you consumed with disturbing automatic thoughts, and spending hours chasing, analyzing, reviewing, and giving meaning to the intrusive thoughts? As someone that’s been in your shoes, there is hope and recovery from OCD. I will teach you how to change your relationship with anxiety by looking it in the face and walking towards it instead of walking away. It is easy to stay trapped and believe the false messages that your OCD feeds you. I will teach you how to rewire your brain into no longer believing those false threats that your brain is torturing you with. My treatment approach teaches you how to stop competing
Are you consumed with disturbing automatic thoughts, and spending hours chasing, analyzing, reviewing, and giving meaning to the intrusive thoughts? As someone that’s been in your shoes, there is hope and recovery from OCD. I will teach you how to change your relationship with anxiety by looking it in the face and walking towards it instead of walking away. It is easy to stay trapped and believe the false messages that your OCD feeds you. I will teach you how to rewire your brain into no longer believing those false threats that your brain is torturing you with. My treatment approach teaches you how to stop competing
Kelly Wright
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Welcome. Therapy is a place to reflect on your life, relationships, and behaviors. It is a place, free of judgement and biases where you and I will work together to understand what motivates your choices and behaviors. We will discover your unique goals and individual path to a more peaceful and fulfilled life. Together, will work towards change by managing unwanted thoughts and behaviors and identifying coping strategies to help you navigate a variety of life's challenges.
Welcome. Therapy is a place to reflect on your life, relationships, and behaviors. It is a place, free of judgement and biases where you and I will work together to understand what motivates your choices and behaviors. We will discover your unique goals and individual path to a more peaceful and fulfilled life. Together, will work towards change by managing unwanted thoughts and behaviors and identifying coping strategies to help you navigate a variety of life's challenges.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.