Adults Therapists in Derwood, MD

Working in Mental Health for over 12 years, I've learned that people are literally trying to put the pieces of their life together just to make it through the day. Being sensitive to this, I've developed my practice model around the following quote, "We're only as strong as our weakest link; therefore, do your best to strengthen someone today!"

Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile, you have taken an important step of reaching out for help. Maybe you're feeling stuck or discouraged, having trouble managing difficult thoughts or feelings, or experiencing anxiety or depression. Maybe you're wanting some different strategies to deal with the challenges in your life. I work with adolescents, adults, and families using a therapy approach which includes compassion, curiosity, and problem-solving. Your health and wellbeing are important and I want to partner with you to face and address any barriers keeping you from the life you want to live!

I utilize a collaborative approach with clients to help them access their own innate potential for healing. I work to facilitate a broader mental wellness repertoire of self-assistance and coping strategies for improving quality of life. I have worked effectively with a broad range of life issues and problems starting from the initial session to promote a congenial and trusting working relationship. Clients with whom I work receive the respect and validation that we all want and deserve as personal and specific goals are established to help each person develop their most fulfilling life.

Use the process of art-making to address the challenges of life. I work with clients dealing with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, stress, or going through life transitions. I specialize in working with adults with cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer's and Dementia, Autism, or intellectual disabilities.

Are you a child, adolescent, college student, or adult struggling with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, OCD, or PANDAS/PANS? If so, you have found the right therapist. I work with children, teens, and adults on issues that impact their everyday life. With a focus on problem-solving, coping skills, and social skills, clients discover how to work through their symptoms and best manage their challenges. My treatment uses a "foundation approach" which involves finding the core issues behind a problem.

Sometimes we feel lost and confused by circumstances that occur in our daily lives. During these times, we all need support and the courage to seek it. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and safe environment where you can build trust and improve your journey. Together we can work toward resolving your problems and creating tools to help navigate stressful situations. My focus includes the development of coping skills, improving communications skills and resolving conflict related to work, family and relationships.

Welcome! My passion is helping my clients navigate the complexities of growing up and forming their identity, wherever they’re at in life. I work with clients of all ages, with particular experience working with teens, and young adults. I know that growing up isn’t always easy, and I want to help ease those transitions. I am a queer-identifying therapist, and I have a special interest and experience in working with LGBTQ+ clients.

Currently, services are provided through telehealth. Obstacles and challenges face us throughout life - depression, anxiety, grief, feeling of helplessness. Allow me the opportunity to help you navigate your way. I have more than 30 years experience working with families with children 13 years and older, individual youth 13 years and older and individual adults. Together we can work on how to adjust your approaches to the challenges and develop a happierand more content life. The first session is a "Meet and Greet' - no charge

FEW Spots Remaining for NEW Clients! Welcome to your first step and a vital decision to choose you! Being seen and heard are undervalued in our society. Do you allow the space and care that you need to be whole? Pouring from an empty cup is difficult. I welcome individuals, couples, and families, whether seeking self-enlightenment, coping, better communication, or unity. Though implied in the text, I extend a special invitation to the men. We feel we always HAVE to be "ok," but we know better, fellas! Seeking help is a show of strength.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you wonder why you react in a certain way? Are you unhappy in your marriage? Or going through a relationship crisis? If so, you are not alone. I am here to help. As the founder and sole practitioner of Restore & Renew Psychotherapy, I am a passionate empathetic therapist dedicated to turning tragedy into triumph, healing emotional wounds, and navigating life's transitions with resiliency. The goal is positive change. I believe in my clients. I believe in the human spirit to overcome life's challenges and to transform your life.

I work with individual adolescents and adult clients.

So many people have companion animals, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, all different kinds of animals that are family members. When our companion animals die, we are often extremely grief stricken, and live in a society that might not understand that grief. As a counseling psychologist who has dogs and cats, I certainly understand that grief and the need for support. I’m a licensed counselor who offers grief counseling for pet loss. I would love to help support you through this difficult time.

Are you bright, gifted, or intellectually curious? Or, do others consider you so, even if you don't? Do you resonate with the concept of the highly sensitive person (HSP) and feel things deeply? Have you gotten feedback that you are "too" intense, sensitive, emotional from others in your life? Do you feel like others cannot see you? If these questions resonate with you, I can help, whether your goals are exploring your gifts and finding ways to realize them in this world, coping with keenly felt sense of injustice, learning how to navigate in a world built for "normal," or finding ways to manage multiple tasks with ADHD.

As a therapist of more than 20 years, I have worked with individuals from all backgrounds & stages of life to help achieve their goals & experience more personal fulfillment. I have provided treatment to individuals anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, & trauma. Since the link between stress and the impact upon the body has been well documented, I incorporate mind-body techniques such as meditation, imagery and other stress management strategies into my practice. I operate from a strength-based perspective to move clients forward toward resolving issues. I listen attentively and customize the therapy to the unique needs of the individual.

I am currently not able to accept any new clients. If you are searching here, you are struggling with something. Current problems are most often related to repeated adverse events from the past and traumas that remain unresolved. As an EMDR therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I work collaboratively with clients to first facilitate an understanding of how the past and present are connected, and then to resolve the past issues through memory work. EMDR therapy puts to work our natural healing system and produces lasting, robust change.

As of 4/13/24, multiple openings in Frederick & Rockville with new therapists... Welcome! I’m so glad you're here. I believe most people can benefit from the support of a nurturing, therapeutic environment. I’ve never met anyone who has said they have too much support in their life. I would be honored if you allow me into your life, and we can work toward developing the support you need.

Are you or your child feeling sad, anxious, or angry? Is there stress at home, school, or work? Are you or your child having difficulty in relationships? We can address these topics and more together in a session focused on supporting you or your child in improving overall well-being and goal achievement. I am currently accepting clients of all ages with a focus on young children and teens. I work to provide an accepting, nonjudgmental space for clients where each individual is valued unconditionally. We can explore together how your past may impact your present, and how to increase mindfulness and calm in your everyday life.

Healing Waters has psychotherapists who are empathetic, encouraging, and passionate about working alongside clients to overcome obstacles. We would love to work with you to help heal from trauma, improve self-esteem, reduce anxiety, relax and cope with stress, and learn to better control anger.