Psychodynamic Therapists in Darnestown, MD
Susan Schwerd
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
My goal is to facilitate your healing, growth, and transformation. Rooted in the psychodynamic orientation, my therapeutic approach is "active eclectic", utilizing cognitive behavioral, Adlerian, and solution-focused interventions. I facilitate change by helping clients understand the underlying reasons why they feel conflicted and by helping identify patterns of behavior that are keeping them stuck. Together we work to develop new ways to respond to present day challenges. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, practicing in Maryland since 2001.
My goal is to facilitate your healing, growth, and transformation. Rooted in the psychodynamic orientation, my therapeutic approach is "active eclectic", utilizing cognitive behavioral, Adlerian, and solution-focused interventions. I facilitate change by helping clients understand the underlying reasons why they feel conflicted and by helping identify patterns of behavior that are keeping them stuck. Together we work to develop new ways to respond to present day challenges. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, practicing in Maryland since 2001.
As an eclectic counselor, I integrate elements from Person-centered, CBT, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), as well as utilizing Emotionally-focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Through my decade of experience, I have developed my craft of connecting and progressing with young adults and adults working through bipolar, anxieties, self-image and self-harm, mood, and relationship/couples experiences.
As an eclectic counselor, I integrate elements from Person-centered, CBT, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), as well as utilizing Emotionally-focused Couples Therapy (EFCT).
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Through my decade of experience, I have developed my craft of connecting and progressing with young adults and adults working through bipolar, anxieties, self-image and self-harm, mood, and relationship/couples experiences.
Sheena Rabheru
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Hello! I have a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I am lucky to have a broad base of experience working in this field. I have experience working with many types of issues, including substance abuse, mild and severe mental health issues, issues of daily living, etc. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings. I have done work in the USA and overseas, so I have a broad base of work experience. The most important thing to know is that I am passionate about helping people make their lives better. I counsel mainly from a cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic orientation.
Hello! I have a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I am lucky to have a broad base of experience working in this field. I have experience working with many types of issues, including substance abuse, mild and severe mental health issues, issues of daily living, etc. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings. I have done work in the USA and overseas, so I have a broad base of work experience. The most important thing to know is that I am passionate about helping people make their lives better. I counsel mainly from a cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic orientation.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Germantown
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Do you ever feel alone, unsupported, or misunderstood in your mental health journey? Navigating a mental health problem can be isolating, frustrating, and overwhelming. Sometimes you may not know who to turn to or what to do to make things better. Good news is that you are taking an active step to seek help, which is a major step. Be proud of yourself for reaching out. I love being able to support people and help them see what they are capable of. The therapeutic relationship is important to me and is the foundation of our work together. If you work with me, I will use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, an
Do you ever feel alone, unsupported, or misunderstood in your mental health journey? Navigating a mental health problem can be isolating, frustrating, and overwhelming. Sometimes you may not know who to turn to or what to do to make things better. Good news is that you are taking an active step to seek help, which is a major step. Be proud of yourself for reaching out. I love being able to support people and help them see what they are capable of. The therapeutic relationship is important to me and is the foundation of our work together. If you work with me, I will use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, an
I have an integrative approach that combines psychodynamic techniques and mindfulness practices.
Hello! I am a dedicated therapist committed to helping you achieve balance and well-being. My journey began with a deep desire to make a positive impact on people's lives. With a master's degree in social work and advanced training from the Washington School of Psychiatry, I am equipped to guide you through challenging times. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to overcome obstacles and embrace personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression and navigating difficult life transitions.
I have an integrative approach that combines psychodynamic techniques and mindfulness practices.
Hello! I am a dedicated therapist committed to helping you achieve balance and well-being. My journey began with a deep desire to make a positive impact on people's lives. With a master's degree in social work and advanced training from the Washington School of Psychiatry, I am equipped to guide you through challenging times. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to overcome obstacles and embrace personal growth. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression and navigating difficult life transitions.
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.
Ranna Chaudry
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Ranna Chaudry, is a board certified License Clinical Professional Counselor, from Harford County, Maryland who works with children, adolescents and families and provides care for patients who struggle with adjustment disorder, anxiety, depression, self esteem, anger management, trauma, grief and loss, behavioral issues and ADHD. She has extensive experience with trauma focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and has been a board certified Licensed Clinical Professional counselor for over 6 years. Her treatment approach is rooted in evidence based practices that focus on the mind-body connection.
Ranna Chaudry, is a board certified License Clinical Professional Counselor, from Harford County, Maryland who works with children, adolescents and families and provides care for patients who struggle with adjustment disorder, anxiety, depression, self esteem, anger management, trauma, grief and loss, behavioral issues and ADHD. She has extensive experience with trauma focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and has been a board certified Licensed Clinical Professional counselor for over 6 years. Her treatment approach is rooted in evidence based practices that focus on the mind-body connection.
I have over 17 years of experience. During which time I have developed a strong knowledge of child development and sensitivity to the needs of families with children. Currently working with clients who have: ADHD symptoms, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and anger management concerns. My experience has also included working with people who identify as being on the Autism Spectrum, and adolescents who identify as transgender.
I have over 17 years of experience. During which time I have developed a strong knowledge of child development and sensitivity to the needs of families with children. Currently working with clients who have: ADHD symptoms, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and anger management concerns. My experience has also included working with people who identify as being on the Autism Spectrum, and adolescents who identify as transgender.
Heather Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Heather Williams. I'm a Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years' experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate difficult situations. My approach is solution focused. Clients often feel better after the first session. I often give simple behavioral homework based on our discussions, so that you can experiment with changes that will help you move forward. My focus is on your strengths, and on finding the solution to your problems, rather than on focusing on the past. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I also help you understand the connection between your feelings and thoughts.
Hello! My name is Heather Williams. I'm a Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years' experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate difficult situations. My approach is solution focused. Clients often feel better after the first session. I often give simple behavioral homework based on our discussions, so that you can experiment with changes that will help you move forward. My focus is on your strengths, and on finding the solution to your problems, rather than on focusing on the past. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I also help you understand the connection between your feelings and thoughts.
Lisa D. Smith, LCSW-C is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing individual and family therapy to adults, families and adolescents for the past 35 years. She specializes in providing therapy to Hearing, Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf Blind clients struggling with issues that range from low self esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma and adjustment to life transitions. As a African American clinician proficient in American Sign Language, Ms. Smith is familiar and sensitive to the daily stressors experienced by marginalized individuals from a variety of cultural and ethic backgrounds.
Lisa D. Smith, LCSW-C is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing individual and family therapy to adults, families and adolescents for the past 35 years. She specializes in providing therapy to Hearing, Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf Blind clients struggling with issues that range from low self esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma and adjustment to life transitions. As a African American clinician proficient in American Sign Language, Ms. Smith is familiar and sensitive to the daily stressors experienced by marginalized individuals from a variety of cultural and ethic backgrounds.
Crystal Whisonant
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Crystal Whisonant is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) providing mental health therapy to teens and adults with mild to severe mental health disorders, emotional issues, depression and anxiety. Ms. Crystal believes that one’s healing journey begins in a safe place of support, empathy, and freedom to express oneself without judgement. Using a mindfulness, cognitive behavioral and eclectic approach she empowers clients in the healing and restoration of their mind, body, and soul. Ms. Crystal has worked in various mental health settings like clinics, crisis residential centers, a
Crystal Whisonant is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) providing mental health therapy to teens and adults with mild to severe mental health disorders, emotional issues, depression and anxiety. Ms. Crystal believes that one’s healing journey begins in a safe place of support, empathy, and freedom to express oneself without judgement. Using a mindfulness, cognitive behavioral and eclectic approach she empowers clients in the healing and restoration of their mind, body, and soul. Ms. Crystal has worked in various mental health settings like clinics, crisis residential centers, a
Heidi Trammell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Heidi has been in the counseling field for 12 years supporting individuals and families. With eclectic therapy approach, Heidi has a talent for picking targeted counseling interventions that work with a clients strength. The therapeutic rapport is first and foremost the most important aspect for a successful therapy experience, and Heidi works hard to ensure there is a good therapeutic fit which means creating an environment that is judgment free to allow honesty and growth.
Heidi has been in the counseling field for 12 years supporting individuals and families. With eclectic therapy approach, Heidi has a talent for picking targeted counseling interventions that work with a clients strength. The therapeutic rapport is first and foremost the most important aspect for a successful therapy experience, and Heidi works hard to ensure there is a good therapeutic fit which means creating an environment that is judgment free to allow honesty and growth.
Kelini Coker
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
My name is Kelini Coker and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in both Maryland and Virginia. I work with mostly adults and couples. I typically work with people impacted by life transitions, narcissistic partner/parental abuse, as well as 1st/2nd generation immigrants in navigating cultural and societal pressures. I wanted to be a therapist because I felt there was a need in my community. I wanted to be a safe and familiar space that dispels the idea that we should keep our worries and "problems" to ourselves.
My name is Kelini Coker and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in both Maryland and Virginia. I work with mostly adults and couples. I typically work with people impacted by life transitions, narcissistic partner/parental abuse, as well as 1st/2nd generation immigrants in navigating cultural and societal pressures. I wanted to be a therapist because I felt there was a need in my community. I wanted to be a safe and familiar space that dispels the idea that we should keep our worries and "problems" to ourselves.
Precious Wells
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Maryland with over 4 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, families and group counseling. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, anger management, work burn out, relationship issues, family conflicts, emotional adjustment, life transitioning, employment issues, grief, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open, caring, safe and judgment free environment where my clients thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear.
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Maryland with over 4 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, families and group counseling. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, anger management, work burn out, relationship issues, family conflicts, emotional adjustment, life transitioning, employment issues, grief, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open, caring, safe and judgment free environment where my clients thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear.
Erin Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
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.
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 have over 15 years of experience in a clinical setting, and my experience covers a vast cross-section of disciplines specializing in alleviating social and emotional problems. As a mental health therapist, I specialize in depression, anxiety, women's issues, family conflict, anger management, adjustment challenges, grief/loss issues, and the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders. I believe we all have the propensity for change, and I often consider myself a "change agent. “I enjoy working with people and observing improved insights and growth through our therapeutic relationship and collaboration.
I have over 15 years of experience in a clinical setting, and my experience covers a vast cross-section of disciplines specializing in alleviating social and emotional problems. As a mental health therapist, I specialize in depression, anxiety, women's issues, family conflict, anger management, adjustment challenges, grief/loss issues, and the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders. I believe we all have the propensity for change, and I often consider myself a "change agent. “I enjoy working with people and observing improved insights and growth through our therapeutic relationship and collaboration.
Britney Lamp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Britney Lamp, LCPC! As a licensed therapist working in the field for the last 14 years I have grown to understand that therapy is so much more than just helping individuals address concerns or issues in their lives. I believe that therapy is about helping someone become the best version of themselves authentically.
Hi there, I’m Britney Lamp, LCPC! As a licensed therapist working in the field for the last 14 years I have grown to understand that therapy is so much more than just helping individuals address concerns or issues in their lives. I believe that therapy is about helping someone become the best version of themselves authentically.
James Kohl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? You’re not alone, and taking the first step toward healing is incredibly brave. Together, we can navigate your challenges, uncover your strengths, and develop effective strategies to improve your relationships and overall well-being. My focus is on helping you set and achieve your personal goals while fostering mindfulness in your daily interactions.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? You’re not alone, and taking the first step toward healing is incredibly brave. Together, we can navigate your challenges, uncover your strengths, and develop effective strategies to improve your relationships and overall well-being. My focus is on helping you set and achieve your personal goals while fostering mindfulness in your daily interactions.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years experience working with adults and adolescents. I have helped people from different backgrounds and cultures who face a variety of challenges. I've gained my experience from working in corrections, hospitals, schools, community outpatient programs, and private practice. Many people I work with experience depression, trauma, anxiety, stress, sexual disorders, racing thoughts, psychosis, substance use, and impulsivity. These issues often create obstacles in all areas of life including school, employment, relationships, parenting, and spirituality.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years experience working with adults and adolescents. I have helped people from different backgrounds and cultures who face a variety of challenges. I've gained my experience from working in corrections, hospitals, schools, community outpatient programs, and private practice. Many people I work with experience depression, trauma, anxiety, stress, sexual disorders, racing thoughts, psychosis, substance use, and impulsivity. These issues often create obstacles in all areas of life including school, employment, relationships, parenting, and spirituality.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.