Trauma Focused Therapists in Germantown, MD
I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere for clients. I use a holistic and collaborative approach, recognizing that it can be difficult to process painful emotions alone. I draw from Psychodynamic, Attachment-based, Solution-Focused, and Existential approaches. Together, we'll identify the patterns that hold you back and develop practical tools to navigate life's stressors. We'll also work toward dismantling the barriers of self-doubt and crippling anxiety, nurturing your authentic sense of self.
I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere for clients. I use a holistic and collaborative approach, recognizing that it can be difficult to process painful emotions alone. I draw from Psychodynamic, Attachment-based, Solution-Focused, and Existential approaches. Together, we'll identify the patterns that hold you back and develop practical tools to navigate life's stressors. We'll also work toward dismantling the barriers of self-doubt and crippling anxiety, nurturing your authentic sense of self.
Lindsay Kelly Downs
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCPAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20876
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.
Stephanie Kurtyka
Art Therapist, LCPAT, LCPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874
"Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist" -Eileen Miller. I believe in the creative process as a powerful tool for facilitating self-expression, self-discovery, and self-fulfillment by integrating one's physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. I incorporate a variety of modalities, such as Art Therapy (no prior art training necessary), Play Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy, into sessions while honoring each client's individual strengths and needs. My experience working with those emotionally distressed and my training in trauma theory supports my belief in every person's innate capacity for healing
"Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist" -Eileen Miller. I believe in the creative process as a powerful tool for facilitating self-expression, self-discovery, and self-fulfillment by integrating one's physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. I incorporate a variety of modalities, such as Art Therapy (no prior art training necessary), Play Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy, into sessions while honoring each client's individual strengths and needs. My experience working with those emotionally distressed and my training in trauma theory supports my belief in every person's innate capacity for healing
Lavanya Madhusudan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20876 (Online Only)
Living as an immigrant or person of color in America can be really challenging. You may be struggling with navigating multiple cultural identities, meeting family and community expectations, facing discrimination and limited opportunities, or finding belonging and feeling at peace with your authentic self. You may feel guilt, obligation, or that you are never “enough”. You may struggle in relationships because it feels difficult to find time for yourself, you are never sure where you stand, or if you are fully accepted as you are.
Living as an immigrant or person of color in America can be really challenging. You may be struggling with navigating multiple cultural identities, meeting family and community expectations, facing discrimination and limited opportunities, or finding belonging and feeling at peace with your authentic self. You may feel guilt, obligation, or that you are never “enough”. You may struggle in relationships because it feels difficult to find time for yourself, you are never sure where you stand, or if you are fully accepted as you are.
Minali Sharma
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
From overwhelmed to Empowered! As women, we juggle countless responsibilities, striving to nurture those around us while seeking our own sense of peace and balance. Despite our tireless efforts, we often find ourselves feeling drained, anxious and empty. The weight of these challenges along with feelings of sadness, resentment, and loneliness can be overwhelming. I understand and see you! Achieving rest, peace of mind, and setting healthy boundaries often feels out of reach. Together, we will delve into the root causes of these issues, gaining insight and developing practical skills to foster a more balanced and fulfilling life.
From overwhelmed to Empowered! As women, we juggle countless responsibilities, striving to nurture those around us while seeking our own sense of peace and balance. Despite our tireless efforts, we often find ourselves feeling drained, anxious and empty. The weight of these challenges along with feelings of sadness, resentment, and loneliness can be overwhelming. I understand and see you! Achieving rest, peace of mind, and setting healthy boundaries often feels out of reach. Together, we will delve into the root causes of these issues, gaining insight and developing practical skills to foster a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Joe Gallagher
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCTP, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874
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.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Healing Hope Community Inc -Clinic, ACT Team & PRP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874
HHCI is one of Maryland’s newest non-profit mental health organizations. HHCI prides itself in being a clinician-led organization committed to strengthening & enhancing the lives of individuals experiencing mental health challenges. We offer psychotherapy, medication management, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) & psychiatric rehabilitation (PRP) services.
HHCI is one of Maryland’s newest non-profit mental health organizations. HHCI prides itself in being a clinician-led organization committed to strengthening & enhancing the lives of individuals experiencing mental health challenges. We offer psychotherapy, medication management, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) & psychiatric rehabilitation (PRP) services.
Hi, I am Elena, a bilingual child and adult psychotherapist located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Are you a caregiver, parent or do you have a child who is struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, lowered self-esteem, feelings of being overwhelmed? Are you going through difficult transitions? Are you facing the effects of traumatic life experiences? I am here to work with you to help restore your sense of confidence, effectiveness, and wellbeing.
Hi, I am Elena, a bilingual child and adult psychotherapist located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Are you a caregiver, parent or do you have a child who is struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, lowered self-esteem, feelings of being overwhelmed? Are you going through difficult transitions? Are you facing the effects of traumatic life experiences? I am here to work with you to help restore your sense of confidence, effectiveness, and wellbeing.
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.
Chessa Van Andel
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life is messy. My job is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space focused on you—your needs, thoughts, feelings, fears, dreams, and everything in between. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel heard and understood, to help you understand and accept yourself, and to help you develop the tools you need to move through life's messes in the best way possible. I am enthusiastic about working with children, families, young adults, and those working through life transitions.
Life is messy. My job is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space focused on you—your needs, thoughts, feelings, fears, dreams, and everything in between. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel heard and understood, to help you understand and accept yourself, and to help you develop the tools you need to move through life's messes in the best way possible. I am enthusiastic about working with children, families, young adults, and those working through life transitions.
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Casey Frederick is a Licensed Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland. Casey has experience and training in a variety of clinical approaches working with populations including children, families, parents, wounded, ill and injured service members, as well as military dependents. Casey specializes in providing art therapy with a trauma informed approach while integrating attachment and polyvagal theory from a strength based perspective.
Casey Frederick is a Licensed Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland. Casey has experience and training in a variety of clinical approaches working with populations including children, families, parents, wounded, ill and injured service members, as well as military dependents. Casey specializes in providing art therapy with a trauma informed approach while integrating attachment and polyvagal theory from a strength based perspective.
Dr. Manuela Mbouma
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
I am passionate about assisting on your therapeutic journey to change, heal and grow. This journey is unique to you and your various life experiences. I have experience working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in grief and loss, life transitions, anger management, anxiety, trauma, depression, and parent-child relationships.
I am passionate about assisting on your therapeutic journey to change, heal and grow. This journey is unique to you and your various life experiences. I have experience working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in grief and loss, life transitions, anger management, anxiety, trauma, depression, and parent-child relationships.
Life of Ease, LLC - Laura Helbling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20875 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Laura :) I believe in healing pain through genuine connection, honesty, and trust. Therapy with me is a partnership, where you bring your expertise on yourself, I’ll bring my expertise as a clinician, and together we’ll collaborate on a path forward that meets your goals and therapeutic needs. Through this relationship I hope to help you build a deeper compassion for yourself and to look at the world with more compassion as well.
Hello! I'm Laura :) I believe in healing pain through genuine connection, honesty, and trust. Therapy with me is a partnership, where you bring your expertise on yourself, I’ll bring my expertise as a clinician, and together we’ll collaborate on a path forward that meets your goals and therapeutic needs. Through this relationship I hope to help you build a deeper compassion for yourself and to look at the world with more compassion as well.
Life Challenges...Emotional Pain... Hopelessness... Anger...Fear...Sadness...Rejection...can take us on an uncomfortable journey that impedes on our day to day lives. Are you looking for someone to guide you in sorting out overwhelming feelings and emotions? Are you having a difficult time setting boundaries and giving yourself permission to set boundaries? I am here to help you explore and process your individual pain and emotional needs in a safe environment.
Life Challenges...Emotional Pain... Hopelessness... Anger...Fear...Sadness...Rejection...can take us on an uncomfortable journey that impedes on our day to day lives. Are you looking for someone to guide you in sorting out overwhelming feelings and emotions? Are you having a difficult time setting boundaries and giving yourself permission to set boundaries? I am here to help you explore and process your individual pain and emotional needs in a safe environment.
Inspire & Flo LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Accepting Carefirst BCBS! I possess a genuine approach and have the capacity for quickly establishing rapport with clients of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic status. My work in mental health and substance addiction has proven to be my capacity; I believe in allowing you to reach your full potential. I respect autonomy and the need for confidentiality. I focus on helping my clients build Strength, Assertiveness, and most importantly gain Empowerment in their lives. Located and Licensed in Maryland. I take an empathetic and passionate approach, taking care to personally connect with each client I meet.
Accepting Carefirst BCBS! I possess a genuine approach and have the capacity for quickly establishing rapport with clients of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic status. My work in mental health and substance addiction has proven to be my capacity; I believe in allowing you to reach your full potential. I respect autonomy and the need for confidentiality. I focus on helping my clients build Strength, Assertiveness, and most importantly gain Empowerment in their lives. Located and Licensed in Maryland. I take an empathetic and passionate approach, taking care to personally connect with each client I meet.
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. Our aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically.
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. Our aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically.
Do you know what it's like to have a narcissistic partner or did you grow up in a family with a narcissistic parent? Were you a scapegoat in your family dynamics and know what it's like to lose your voice? Are you a first or second generation immigrant with baggage that feels too daunting to unpack? Are you struggling to process grief? Do you long to find your voice again?
Do you know what it's like to have a narcissistic partner or did you grow up in a family with a narcissistic parent? Were you a scapegoat in your family dynamics and know what it's like to lose your voice? Are you a first or second generation immigrant with baggage that feels too daunting to unpack? Are you struggling to process grief? Do you long to find your voice again?
Are you ready to start living the life you have only ever imagined? It really is possible! I am here to help you facilitate and foster change and to reclaim the "you" that's been yearning to break free and soar. What are my superpowers? Empathy, Compassion, and Intuition. My tool chest of preferred modalities is very eclectic. While I incorporate the psychodynamic approach, along with CBT, ACT, Solution-focused, Person-centered, and Existential philosophies, Mindfulness is at the crux of my therapeutic leanings with an overall holistic approach to mind, body, and soul wellness.
Are you ready to start living the life you have only ever imagined? It really is possible! I am here to help you facilitate and foster change and to reclaim the "you" that's been yearning to break free and soar. What are my superpowers? Empathy, Compassion, and Intuition. My tool chest of preferred modalities is very eclectic. While I incorporate the psychodynamic approach, along with CBT, ACT, Solution-focused, Person-centered, and Existential philosophies, Mindfulness is at the crux of my therapeutic leanings with an overall holistic approach to mind, body, and soul wellness.
Taneasha Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Greetings! My name is Taneasha Clark and I am a psychotherapist at Revo Well. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. My passion is helping people navigate their unique journeys of self discovery and acceptance. I hold space for them to express their innermost feelings and facilitate processing them in a healthy way. We work collaboratively to develop and enhance skills to cope with depression, ADHD, anxiety, and other adversities. I am here to help you thrive. I specialize in working with adults, children/teens, and couples.
Greetings! My name is Taneasha Clark and I am a psychotherapist at Revo Well. We are a tribe of extraordinary clinicians dedicated to REVOlutionizing WELLness in the BIPOC community. My passion is helping people navigate their unique journeys of self discovery and acceptance. I hold space for them to express their innermost feelings and facilitate processing them in a healthy way. We work collaboratively to develop and enhance skills to cope with depression, ADHD, anxiety, and other adversities. I am here to help you thrive. I specialize in working with adults, children/teens, and couples.
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