Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD
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.
Dawn Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Dawn is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 30 years of helping experience. Dawn is a compassionate, caring, & empathic therapist with extensive experience working within inpatient & outpatient mental health settings. She utilizes an integrative & strength-based approach to therapy, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, & Solution-Focused Therapy. Dawn specializes in many areas including, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, & stage of life concerns.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Dawn is a Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 30 years of helping experience. Dawn is a compassionate, caring, & empathic therapist with extensive experience working within inpatient & outpatient mental health settings. She utilizes an integrative & strength-based approach to therapy, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, & Solution-Focused Therapy. Dawn specializes in many areas including, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, & stage of life concerns.
Every journey begins with one step, even if you don't know where you're going. I'll meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement. I have over 6 years of experience working in the field of mental health, and 3 years of experience in a counselor role. I offer an individualized, solutions-focused approach to treatment, combining CBT with mind-body practices to improve outcomes. Therapy takes time but it allows you to explore yourself, reconnect with the things that matter most to you, and pave the way for the life you want to have. Let’s do that together.
Every journey begins with one step, even if you don't know where you're going. I'll meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement. I have over 6 years of experience working in the field of mental health, and 3 years of experience in a counselor role. I offer an individualized, solutions-focused approach to treatment, combining CBT with mind-body practices to improve outcomes. Therapy takes time but it allows you to explore yourself, reconnect with the things that matter most to you, and pave the way for the life you want to have. Let’s do that together.
I’m Ericka Jennings, LGPC, NCC, and I bring a unique blend of experience as both an educator and counselor to support individuals in their journey toward healing and growth. My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating complex emotional, academic, or life transition challenges. Whether it's a child struggling with school-related issues like anxiety or a professional feeling stuck in their career path, my clients often seek a space where they can feel heard and understood. Their goals often include overcoming barriers to success, strengthening relationships, and building a deeper sense of self-confidence.
I’m Ericka Jennings, LGPC, NCC, and I bring a unique blend of experience as both an educator and counselor to support individuals in their journey toward healing and growth. My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating complex emotional, academic, or life transition challenges. Whether it's a child struggling with school-related issues like anxiety or a professional feeling stuck in their career path, my clients often seek a space where they can feel heard and understood. Their goals often include overcoming barriers to success, strengthening relationships, and building a deeper sense of self-confidence.
Michaelyn McMahon Woofter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Are you suffering a loss? Consumed with worry? Juggling all the things at college? Adjusting to life as a new parent? I get it, I have been there. I specialize in supporting the wellness of individuals who are coping with anxiety, adhd, life transitions, perinatal/postpartum/parenting issues, grief, and loss. It is said that the only constant in life is change. I will partner with you as you navigate those changes, practice kindness toward yourself, and find your joy.
Are you suffering a loss? Consumed with worry? Juggling all the things at college? Adjusting to life as a new parent? I get it, I have been there. I specialize in supporting the wellness of individuals who are coping with anxiety, adhd, life transitions, perinatal/postpartum/parenting issues, grief, and loss. It is said that the only constant in life is change. I will partner with you as you navigate those changes, practice kindness toward yourself, and find your joy.
Sierra Hartsfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment, to build a healthy and strong therapeutic relationship in order to start the healing process. By working together you will explore and process feelings, beliefs, or behaviors, and identify personal goals to improve problem areas in your life. I work with adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in treating numerous presenting problems including, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, life transitions and bipolar disorder.
My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment, to build a healthy and strong therapeutic relationship in order to start the healing process. By working together you will explore and process feelings, beliefs, or behaviors, and identify personal goals to improve problem areas in your life. I work with adolescents, adults and families. I specialize in treating numerous presenting problems including, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavior management, life transitions and bipolar disorder.
Shanice Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 (Online Only)
Are you tired? Are you overwhelmed with the never-ending list of responsibilities? Are you struggling to find balance? Do you feel like an imposter? Do you wonder if you’ll ever be able to truly be yourself and feel safe in this world? Do you feel frustrated that your ancestors chose YOU for this time and this work? I get it, and I got you. For real!
Are you tired? Are you overwhelmed with the never-ending list of responsibilities? Are you struggling to find balance? Do you feel like an imposter? Do you wonder if you’ll ever be able to truly be yourself and feel safe in this world? Do you feel frustrated that your ancestors chose YOU for this time and this work? I get it, and I got you. For real!
Raven Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
The struggle to manage your mental well being has become increasingly difficult as you’re caught in the everyday struggle of soaring living expenses, a volatile political climate, and the uncertainty of what tomorrow brings. You acknowledge that this dynamic is detrimental to your overall wellbeing and realize that a change must be made. I specialize in working with young adults with anxiety and depression. Together we will build a figurative toolbox of techniques to manage the many stress provoking conditions of everyday life.
The struggle to manage your mental well being has become increasingly difficult as you’re caught in the everyday struggle of soaring living expenses, a volatile political climate, and the uncertainty of what tomorrow brings. You acknowledge that this dynamic is detrimental to your overall wellbeing and realize that a change must be made. I specialize in working with young adults with anxiety and depression. Together we will build a figurative toolbox of techniques to manage the many stress provoking conditions of everyday life.
Jessie Nolasco-Sandino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
First session discounted to half price this month! Life can be challenging and having the tools to deal with tough times is invaluable. I love helping clients heal, grow and gain mastery of effective coping skills. I also work with clients to explore their fears, negative thinking processes, and how that impacts their patterns. I also emphasize the connection between internal feelings, thoughts and behaviors that affect external life events such as interpersonal relationships and life stresses. I am truly committed to utilizing effective therapeutic techniques and tools to best assist you.
First session discounted to half price this month! Life can be challenging and having the tools to deal with tough times is invaluable. I love helping clients heal, grow and gain mastery of effective coping skills. I also work with clients to explore their fears, negative thinking processes, and how that impacts their patterns. I also emphasize the connection between internal feelings, thoughts and behaviors that affect external life events such as interpersonal relationships and life stresses. I am truly committed to utilizing effective therapeutic techniques and tools to best assist you.
I received my MA in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University of DC, formerly American School of Professional Psychology. My background before studying Psychology was as a pediatric nurse and later a family childcare provider in Germany. These 15 years of this practical experience, enriched my expertise in the field of individual therapy and counseling especially when it comes to children.
Nevertheless, my education and professional experience over 7 years leading up to Licensure prepared me for providing therapeutic services to individuals of all ages. A sound clinical knowledge-base ensures proper diagnosis and treatment based on current research and methods.
I received my MA in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University of DC, formerly American School of Professional Psychology. My background before studying Psychology was as a pediatric nurse and later a family childcare provider in Germany. These 15 years of this practical experience, enriched my expertise in the field of individual therapy and counseling especially when it comes to children.
Nevertheless, my education and professional experience over 7 years leading up to Licensure prepared me for providing therapeutic services to individuals of all ages. A sound clinical knowledge-base ensures proper diagnosis and treatment based on current research and methods.
Maybe managing your mental health has always been hard, but lately it’s felt impossible. Maybe your teen is struggling to adjust to all of the changes they are facing. Or maybe you just want someone to listen and truly hear you. No matter the reason, the decision to get help is rarely a simple one. In the therapy room, we’ll center your values as the focus of treatment. I know from my experiences as both a clinician and a client that the therapeutic relationship alone can be a powerful influence in growth and self-discovery. My goal is to use validation, dialectics, the strengths you already possess, to guide you in your journey.
Maybe managing your mental health has always been hard, but lately it’s felt impossible. Maybe your teen is struggling to adjust to all of the changes they are facing. Or maybe you just want someone to listen and truly hear you. No matter the reason, the decision to get help is rarely a simple one. In the therapy room, we’ll center your values as the focus of treatment. I know from my experiences as both a clinician and a client that the therapeutic relationship alone can be a powerful influence in growth and self-discovery. My goal is to use validation, dialectics, the strengths you already possess, to guide you in your journey.
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Not accepting new clients
As someone who is bilingual , Spanish/English and embraces different cultures, I recognize the diverse perspectives that exist in the world. I have worked individuals that were struggling with anxiety, depression, Bipolar, psychosis, dual diagnosis, life transitions, self-esteem, loss of loved ones as well as the processing a new diagnosis. I am to bring a warm, safe space to work on goals that we collaboratively identify. I aspire to understand my clients and met them where they are and pace therapy accordingly. I take an active approach, meaning I offer honest dialogue rather than passive listening.
As someone who is bilingual , Spanish/English and embraces different cultures, I recognize the diverse perspectives that exist in the world. I have worked individuals that were struggling with anxiety, depression, Bipolar, psychosis, dual diagnosis, life transitions, self-esteem, loss of loved ones as well as the processing a new diagnosis. I am to bring a warm, safe space to work on goals that we collaboratively identify. I aspire to understand my clients and met them where they are and pace therapy accordingly. I take an active approach, meaning I offer honest dialogue rather than passive listening.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Taylor is a therapist at Washington Psychological Wellness, blending compassion with creativity to help clients unlock personal growth. With 15 years as a theatre artist, she understands the transformative power of creative expression in therapy. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Play Therapy, Taylor works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering a safe space for building self-esteem, enhancing communication, and supporting emotional well-being. Her approach is ideal for anyone seeking a unique, engaging path to healing and resilience.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Taylor is a therapist at Washington Psychological Wellness, blending compassion with creativity to help clients unlock personal growth. With 15 years as a theatre artist, she understands the transformative power of creative expression in therapy. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Play Therapy, Taylor works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering a safe space for building self-esteem, enhancing communication, and supporting emotional well-being. Her approach is ideal for anyone seeking a unique, engaging path to healing and resilience.
Christy Van Horn, Lcpc
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Are you looking for support to navigate a planned or unplanned life transition? Or perhaps feeling lost upon realizing that you seemed to have “misplaced” your SELF while simply living life? With over 22 years in practice, Christy helps her clients both individual and couples, navigate these life transitions with mindfulness and compassion, recover a sense of Self, and live in your most authentic Self.
Are you looking for support to navigate a planned or unplanned life transition? Or perhaps feeling lost upon realizing that you seemed to have “misplaced” your SELF while simply living life? With over 22 years in practice, Christy helps her clients both individual and couples, navigate these life transitions with mindfulness and compassion, recover a sense of Self, and live in your most authentic Self.
Dayle Sterman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Teletherapy available. Are you struggling to improve feelings about yourself and your relationships? Need help with stresses of daily living? . You may be struggling with anxiety, sadness, depression, addiction or grief. I can help you navigate through tough times. I offer individual and couples therapy to help get you "unstuck", find new ways to cope, & improve communication and intimacy in relationships. In therapy you learn to overcome obstacles that interfere with happiness. We identify strengths and patterns of behavior that interfere with achieving happiness and success in life.
Teletherapy available. Are you struggling to improve feelings about yourself and your relationships? Need help with stresses of daily living? . You may be struggling with anxiety, sadness, depression, addiction or grief. I can help you navigate through tough times. I offer individual and couples therapy to help get you "unstuck", find new ways to cope, & improve communication and intimacy in relationships. In therapy you learn to overcome obstacles that interfere with happiness. We identify strengths and patterns of behavior that interfere with achieving happiness and success in life.
Welcome! I’m here to walk alongside you in your journey toward greater well-being. I work with adults experiencing wide-ranging challenges, with a particular focus on women navigating chronic health issues (like autoimmune diseases or PMDD), stress, burnout, anxiety, or neurodivergence (like ADHD and autism). From personal and clinical experience, I recognize you may feel like you can’t keep up, or like others don’t understand your experience in work, relationships, or daily life. You begin to question yourself or feel discouraged. But you are not alone, and it is possible to have more ease and self-understanding and appreciation.
Welcome! I’m here to walk alongside you in your journey toward greater well-being. I work with adults experiencing wide-ranging challenges, with a particular focus on women navigating chronic health issues (like autoimmune diseases or PMDD), stress, burnout, anxiety, or neurodivergence (like ADHD and autism). From personal and clinical experience, I recognize you may feel like you can’t keep up, or like others don’t understand your experience in work, relationships, or daily life. You begin to question yourself or feel discouraged. But you are not alone, and it is possible to have more ease and self-understanding and appreciation.
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, anger issues, parenting difficulties, depression, chronic stress, relationship issues, and pregnancy-related concerns. My ideal client is motivated to learn more about themselves, open to self-reflection, willing to engage in the therapeutic process, and committed to making positive changes in their lives. Additionally, they are motivated to work on their issues, have good communication skills, and are willing to be honest and vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, anger issues, parenting difficulties, depression, chronic stress, relationship issues, and pregnancy-related concerns. My ideal client is motivated to learn more about themselves, open to self-reflection, willing to engage in the therapeutic process, and committed to making positive changes in their lives. Additionally, they are motivated to work on their issues, have good communication skills, and are willing to be honest and vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship.
Accepting new clients- Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist can be hard. I want to commend you for taking that first step. I approach therapy with a non-judgmental and trauma-informed lens. I use a client-centered approach and believe that the body and nervous system holds memories from our past. I strive to help you work through those memories in whichever way you feel is most comfortable. My goal is to create a safe environment that allows you to prosper. I use a variety of different interventions, honoring that you know yourself best and what helps one person, may not help another in the same way.
Accepting new clients- Hello and welcome! Finding a therapist can be hard. I want to commend you for taking that first step. I approach therapy with a non-judgmental and trauma-informed lens. I use a client-centered approach and believe that the body and nervous system holds memories from our past. I strive to help you work through those memories in whichever way you feel is most comfortable. My goal is to create a safe environment that allows you to prosper. I use a variety of different interventions, honoring that you know yourself best and what helps one person, may not help another in the same way.
Janice N. Vassallo, MA, LCPC, NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and goals and to make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, healing environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and goals and to make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, healing environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
Bronte N. Vaughn
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with managing your mental health, whether it's anxiety, depression, or other conditions affecting your day-to-day life and relationships? Do you often feel overwhelmed by the challenges of just getting through the day, wondering if there's any relief in sight? Do you hope that life could be better but unsure where to start? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and uncertain about overcoming their mental health challenges. Not addressing these issues can lead to prolonged suffering and difficulty finding fulfillment.
Do you struggle with managing your mental health, whether it's anxiety, depression, or other conditions affecting your day-to-day life and relationships? Do you often feel overwhelmed by the challenges of just getting through the day, wondering if there's any relief in sight? Do you hope that life could be better but unsure where to start? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious and uncertain about overcoming their mental health challenges. Not addressing these issues can lead to prolonged suffering and difficulty finding fulfillment.
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Number of Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Coping Skills |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 76% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 72% | CareFirst |
| 70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Gaithersburg, MD see their clients
| 56% | In Person and Online | |
| 44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |