Child Therapists in Derwood, MD
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.
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.
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.
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.
Marti Ann Crosby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Derwood, MD 20855 (Online Only)
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
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
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.
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.
Marcia J McKinley
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, PhD, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Derwood, MD 20855 (Online Only)
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.
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.
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.
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.
Becca Ferenci
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Derwood, MD 20855 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Healing Waters Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Derwood, MD 20855
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.
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.
I believe “art is a wound turned to light” (a quote by Georges Braque). I believe the healing process is based on trust, compassion, and a willingness to embrace growth and change.
I believe “art is a wound turned to light” (a quote by Georges Braque). I believe the healing process is based on trust, compassion, and a willingness to embrace growth and change.
Alessandra Slavin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Derwood, MD 20855
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in direct practice working with adults, adolescents, children, and families.
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.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in direct practice working with adults, adolescents, children, and families.
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.
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Michelle Chao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20855 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I would be honored to walk along side you and support you and/or your child on your/their journey.
Hello! Thanks for stopping by to view my profile. I'm Michelle, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with over 24 years of experience working in the mental health field. My work encompasses supporting children (9+), teens & adults struggling to cope with the stressors of life, whether it's ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, school and/or behavioral difficulties or self-esteem issues. Together, we'll explore strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and person-centered therapy to improve your overall functioning. My goal is to support you with gaining skills to live your best life.
I would be honored to walk along side you and support you and/or your child on your/their journey.
Hello! Thanks for stopping by to view my profile. I'm Michelle, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with over 24 years of experience working in the mental health field. My work encompasses supporting children (9+), teens & adults struggling to cope with the stressors of life, whether it's ADHD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, school and/or behavioral difficulties or self-esteem issues. Together, we'll explore strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and person-centered therapy to improve your overall functioning. My goal is to support you with gaining skills to live your best life.
Sally R Neuberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I'd ask how you are but if everything was great, you would not be browsing this site! I enjoy children/young teens and their parents and work especially well with children experiencing school and home anxieties and behaviors. My 23 years of experience in a school setting have developed my skills with children struggling with social communication disorders correlated with moderate and high functioning autism/developmental disorders.Collaboration with parents around effective limit setting and improved family functioning is also an area of professional strength.
Welcome! I'd ask how you are but if everything was great, you would not be browsing this site! I enjoy children/young teens and their parents and work especially well with children experiencing school and home anxieties and behaviors. My 23 years of experience in a school setting have developed my skills with children struggling with social communication disorders correlated with moderate and high functioning autism/developmental disorders.Collaboration with parents around effective limit setting and improved family functioning is also an area of professional strength.
Emily Picon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents who have been impacted by trauma.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from the emotional wounds that can be created by traumatic experiences. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, meeting my clients wherever they may be in their journey toward healing. My theoretical approach is eclectic, rooted in relational, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral theories. I prioritize being goal-oriented, having a clear treatment plan, and regularly measuring progress during therapy. I value your perspective on our progress and will invite your feedback regularly, as well as objectively measuring progress with standardized psychological measures.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents who have been impacted by trauma.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from the emotional wounds that can be created by traumatic experiences. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, meeting my clients wherever they may be in their journey toward healing. My theoretical approach is eclectic, rooted in relational, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral theories. I prioritize being goal-oriented, having a clear treatment plan, and regularly measuring progress during therapy. I value your perspective on our progress and will invite your feedback regularly, as well as objectively measuring progress with standardized psychological measures.
Hi! My name is Aliza and I am a dedicated clinical MSW graduate student currently serving as a therapy intern at Hopeful Core Therapy. With a robust background in psychology and a solid commitment to research and the use of effective evidence-based interventions, I am focused on providing compassionate and effective support to individuals facing personal challenges and fostering resilience with an enthusiasm for mental health and commitment to evidence-based practices. I have experience working with children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disabilities in both individual and group therapy settings.
Hi! My name is Aliza and I am a dedicated clinical MSW graduate student currently serving as a therapy intern at Hopeful Core Therapy. With a robust background in psychology and a solid commitment to research and the use of effective evidence-based interventions, I am focused on providing compassionate and effective support to individuals facing personal challenges and fostering resilience with an enthusiasm for mental health and commitment to evidence-based practices. I have experience working with children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disabilities in both individual and group therapy settings.
Making the decision to help a child or teen who is struggling academically, behaviorally, socially and/or emotionally may be the most important decision you make. I see each child/teen as a puzzle. Sometimes the pieces fit together perfectly and other times it is necessary to work really hard to find the right piece to complete the puzzle. I use a variety of techniques - play therapy, sand therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy. I believe that a child is part of a larger system, including parents, siblings, and schools. I strive to work with all aspects of a child's world.
Making the decision to help a child or teen who is struggling academically, behaviorally, socially and/or emotionally may be the most important decision you make. I see each child/teen as a puzzle. Sometimes the pieces fit together perfectly and other times it is necessary to work really hard to find the right piece to complete the puzzle. I use a variety of techniques - play therapy, sand therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy. I believe that a child is part of a larger system, including parents, siblings, and schools. I strive to work with all aspects of a child's world.
I am primarily looking to work with children and adolescents, but I work with clients of any age. We can work together to discover the root of your challenges and then design a treatment plan that fits with your goals. If you are stuck or don't know where to start, we will start there and move forward with purpose.
I am primarily looking to work with children and adolescents, but I work with clients of any age. We can work together to discover the root of your challenges and then design a treatment plan that fits with your goals. If you are stuck or don't know where to start, we will start there and move forward with purpose.
Matthew Frasca
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Finding a therapist is challenging and stressful, but my job is to make it much easier for you. I work with a variety of clients all with different needs. My goal is to help you overcome and work through issues, empowering you to take back control over your life. My objective with my clients (children through adults) is to inspire self-discovery, inner peace, and help them find strength and understanding to make them feel complete, whole, and safe. I work with each client at their level and at their pace. Together we can broach difficult topics in a caring and empathetic way to begin the healing process.
Finding a therapist is challenging and stressful, but my job is to make it much easier for you. I work with a variety of clients all with different needs. My goal is to help you overcome and work through issues, empowering you to take back control over your life. My objective with my clients (children through adults) is to inspire self-discovery, inner peace, and help them find strength and understanding to make them feel complete, whole, and safe. I work with each client at their level and at their pace. Together we can broach difficult topics in a caring and empathetic way to begin the healing process.
Risa J Garon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, CFLE
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850
I work with individuals and couples, facilitate groups, provide marital, separation, and remarriage therapy as well as blended family counseling. I help clients of all ages make decisions and, most importantly, strengthen relationships. I enjoy working with teens, either individually or within a group. I specialize in working with separating and divorcing couples to improve their communication, make decisions, and create parenting plans that focus on each child’s developmental needs and challenges. I believe that children benefit from a loving and healthy relationship with both parents and caregivers.
I work with individuals and couples, facilitate groups, provide marital, separation, and remarriage therapy as well as blended family counseling. I help clients of all ages make decisions and, most importantly, strengthen relationships. I enjoy working with teens, either individually or within a group. I specialize in working with separating and divorcing couples to improve their communication, make decisions, and create parenting plans that focus on each child’s developmental needs and challenges. I believe that children benefit from a loving and healthy relationship with both parents and caregivers.
I also see children and adolescents and along with that work I do a great deal of family therapy.
Because I view each client as unique, I approach each case differently. I work from an integrative theoretical orientation and employ strategies from Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamics, Family Systems, and other theories according to the varying needs of each client.
I also see children and adolescents and along with that work I do a great deal of family therapy.
Because I view each client as unique, I approach each case differently. I work from an integrative theoretical orientation and employ strategies from Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamics, Family Systems, and other theories according to the varying needs of each client.
I am trained as a Canadian and US-trained physician, a psychoanalyst, couple and family therapist, and child/adult psychiatrist.
Couple and family therapy can sometimes serve as an efficient and effective strategy to improve the wellness of the whole family system. Sometimes severe psychological distress and suffering is located within the couple or family, rather than solely within a given person as it may appear at times. I have built up a strong skill set to offer a particular form of couple and family therapy known as "psychoanalytic couple/family therapy" which zeroes in on the undercurrent, unconscious meanings for destructive, relationship patterns that are outside the awareness of the couple/family.
I am trained as a Canadian and US-trained physician, a psychoanalyst, couple and family therapist, and child/adult psychiatrist.
Couple and family therapy can sometimes serve as an efficient and effective strategy to improve the wellness of the whole family system. Sometimes severe psychological distress and suffering is located within the couple or family, rather than solely within a given person as it may appear at times. I have built up a strong skill set to offer a particular form of couple and family therapy known as "psychoanalytic couple/family therapy" which zeroes in on the undercurrent, unconscious meanings for destructive, relationship patterns that are outside the awareness of the couple/family.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Derwood, MD provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Derwood build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Derwood build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.