Gambling Therapists in Kensington, MD

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John Dende
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
People seek me out when they or their family members are in psychological or emotional pain, stress or crisis. Your kids aren't behaving and you want help for them; the career, relationship/marriage is falling apart; you feel depressed and hopeless, or lost; lack confidence, feel angry or someone tells you that you need "anger management"; you might feel shame and humiliation; unfulfilled with your life; dealing with loss and grief; psychological or sexual traumas; phobias and fears. I specialize in treating people who feel "stuck" and want expert help. Let me help.
People seek me out when they or their family members are in psychological or emotional pain, stress or crisis. Your kids aren't behaving and you want help for them; the career, relationship/marriage is falling apart; you feel depressed and hopeless, or lost; lack confidence, feel angry or someone tells you that you need "anger management"; you might feel shame and humiliation; unfulfilled with your life; dealing with loss and grief; psychological or sexual traumas; phobias and fears. I specialize in treating people who feel "stuck" and want expert help. Let me help.
(240) 393-4207 View (240) 393-4207
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Sam Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kensington, MD 20895  (Online Only)
Do you feel trapped by circumstances beyond your control? Are you unable to escape negative thoughts? Have you forgotten why you made the decisions that led you to this moment? Talk therapy can offer a way forward. Therapy can be a safe space to catch your breath, to talk out ideas that feel strange or risky, and to devise a new strategy for reconnecting with your best self. I'll do my best to help no matter what you're facing but right now I'm especially enthusiastic about working with young adults and professionals coping with ADHD, men's issues, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, depression, anger management and anxiety.
Do you feel trapped by circumstances beyond your control? Are you unable to escape negative thoughts? Have you forgotten why you made the decisions that led you to this moment? Talk therapy can offer a way forward. Therapy can be a safe space to catch your breath, to talk out ideas that feel strange or risky, and to devise a new strategy for reconnecting with your best self. I'll do my best to help no matter what you're facing but right now I'm especially enthusiastic about working with young adults and professionals coping with ADHD, men's issues, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, depression, anger management and anxiety.
(240) 292-8651 View (240) 292-8651
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Hypnosis Silver Spring
PhD, CHT
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
People settle, for things in their lives they don’t really like, that they feel powerless to change. I work with both the conscious and unconscious aspects, sometimes indirectly, in ways that engender changes on both of these levels. I enable and empower my clients to open up to new directions and possibilities, to new ways of feeling, doing, and being.
People settle, for things in their lives they don’t really like, that they feel powerless to change. I work with both the conscious and unconscious aspects, sometimes indirectly, in ways that engender changes on both of these levels. I enable and empower my clients to open up to new directions and possibilities, to new ways of feeling, doing, and being.
(240) 219-6115 View (240) 219-6115
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Stuart Weinstein
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
When individuals experience anxiety, depression, stress, relational discord, substance abuse issues and trauma, they tend to seek a therapist they can trust, feel safe speaking with and a therapist they can relate to. As a therapist I can assure you that I bring personal experience, education, knowledge and most of all passion to your sessions with one main goal in mind: to have you live the life you hope to live. I bring my 27+ years of Yoga and Meditation to any therapy sessions you so desire. I incorporate mind-body interventions to assist clients in discovering their inner strengths as they align with mind, body and spirit.
When individuals experience anxiety, depression, stress, relational discord, substance abuse issues and trauma, they tend to seek a therapist they can trust, feel safe speaking with and a therapist they can relate to. As a therapist I can assure you that I bring personal experience, education, knowledge and most of all passion to your sessions with one main goal in mind: to have you live the life you hope to live. I bring my 27+ years of Yoga and Meditation to any therapy sessions you so desire. I incorporate mind-body interventions to assist clients in discovering their inner strengths as they align with mind, body and spirit.
(301) 478-8652 View (301) 478-8652
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David I Sommers
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895
I work with individuals and couples, adults ages 18 -85. I see people daytime and in the evening. I work primarily with mood and anxiety disorders and also have substantial experience working with serious mental illnesses.
I work with individuals and couples, adults ages 18 -85. I see people daytime and in the evening. I work primarily with mood and anxiety disorders and also have substantial experience working with serious mental illnesses.
(301) 825-8202 View (301) 825-8202
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Joan Weill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Kensington, MD 20895  (Online Only)
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating issues and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & many effective interventions for adults & adolescents coping with personal stresses in work, school, relationships, divorce, custody & family issues, sexuality, I provide a safe environment to work through issues. I believe in you & your potential!
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating issues and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & many effective interventions for adults & adolescents coping with personal stresses in work, school, relationships, divorce, custody & family issues, sexuality, I provide a safe environment to work through issues. I believe in you & your potential!
(240) 650-8240 View (240) 650-8240

More Therapists Nearby

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Amber Berkhart
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a strong background working with adults and adolescents. Resistance is a completely normal part of the therapeutic process. My goal is to normalize this, and help you work toward acceptance. My experience has focused on addiction, mood disorders, trauma, gender/sexuality, sexual behaviors, and clients who have a difficult time making positive changes in their lives. Making long term, positive change in our lives is a learned skill set that many of us are not taught. It's not too late and every journey begins with one step. I'm here to be a guide on your journey.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a strong background working with adults and adolescents. Resistance is a completely normal part of the therapeutic process. My goal is to normalize this, and help you work toward acceptance. My experience has focused on addiction, mood disorders, trauma, gender/sexuality, sexual behaviors, and clients who have a difficult time making positive changes in their lives. Making long term, positive change in our lives is a learned skill set that many of us are not taught. It's not too late and every journey begins with one step. I'm here to be a guide on your journey.
(443) 201-7294 View (443) 201-7294
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Dina Zalami
Counselor, MEd, LGPC
Verified Verified
North Bethesda, MD 20852
I welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are willing to engage in the meaningful journey of psychotherapy. My intention is to create a safe space where you can feel supported, nurtured, and guided. Through therapy, I hope to help you alleviate emotional distress/symptomatology, improve your relationships- including the one you have with yourself, as well as make choices that are in line with your values and that will permit you to live a fulfilling life. I offer therapy in English, Arabic and French.
I welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are willing to engage in the meaningful journey of psychotherapy. My intention is to create a safe space where you can feel supported, nurtured, and guided. Through therapy, I hope to help you alleviate emotional distress/symptomatology, improve your relationships- including the one you have with yourself, as well as make choices that are in line with your values and that will permit you to live a fulfilling life. I offer therapy in English, Arabic and French.
(301) 381-5169 View (301) 381-5169
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Mark W Heaney
Counselor, LGPC, NCC, CPT, CNC
Verified Verified
North Bethesda, MD 20852  (Online Only)
Are you ready to get real about your addiction? You have come to the right place. I offer effective and confidential help for individuals who feel trapped by addictive behavior. I am a recovered addict as well as a licensed counselor. I combine decades of personal experience in recovery and helping others in recovery with a master's degree in counseling.
Are you ready to get real about your addiction? You have come to the right place. I offer effective and confidential help for individuals who feel trapped by addictive behavior. I am a recovered addict as well as a licensed counselor. I combine decades of personal experience in recovery and helping others in recovery with a master's degree in counseling.
(240) 647-9313 View (240) 647-9313
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Cassandra Edwards
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or anger? Have you experienced substance use, marriage conflict, or difficult relationships in your family? Do you need help addressing an eating disorder? It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help – and I respect that courage. Together, we will work to discover your strengths, and I can help you leverage those strengths to build coping skills that will help you in everyday life. We will tailor therapy to your needs and goals, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and your own experiences.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or anger? Have you experienced substance use, marriage conflict, or difficult relationships in your family? Do you need help addressing an eating disorder? It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help – and I respect that courage. Together, we will work to discover your strengths, and I can help you leverage those strengths to build coping skills that will help you in everyday life. We will tailor therapy to your needs and goals, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and your own experiences.
(240) 671-0269 View (240) 671-0269
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Arleen Anderson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
I enjoy helping clients to evolve and present the best version of themselves. Clients that engage in the therapeutic process with me can look forward to a transforming experience. In a very open, kind, empathic and nonjudgmental way I guide clients as they travel on their life's journey.
I enjoy helping clients to evolve and present the best version of themselves. Clients that engage in the therapeutic process with me can look forward to a transforming experience. In a very open, kind, empathic and nonjudgmental way I guide clients as they travel on their life's journey.
(301) 479-6559 View (301) 479-6559
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First Steps Psychological Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
North Bethesda, MD 20852
First Steps Psychological Services, is a high quality mental healthcare practice that provides psychotherapeutic services to teens aged 13+, individual adults, couples and families. Our treatment philosophy starts with the belief that psychotherapy is a collaborative process which aims to foster positive change, and in turn leads to an improved quality of life. Psychotherapy can help you navigate through the self-discovery process to gain insight into difficult issues, determine their root causes and learn effective problem solving skills. First Steps provides therapy in a safe, open and warm environment.
First Steps Psychological Services, is a high quality mental healthcare practice that provides psychotherapeutic services to teens aged 13+, individual adults, couples and families. Our treatment philosophy starts with the belief that psychotherapy is a collaborative process which aims to foster positive change, and in turn leads to an improved quality of life. Psychotherapy can help you navigate through the self-discovery process to gain insight into difficult issues, determine their root causes and learn effective problem solving skills. First Steps provides therapy in a safe, open and warm environment.
(240) 698-2260 View (240) 698-2260
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Joan Moore
Psychological Associate, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Dr. Joan Moore (she/her) has a passion for helping people navigate the complexities of life and strives to assist them with reaching their personal goals. Joan uses a cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and integrative approach to help individuals and couples explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Joan is particularly interested in working with survivors of trauma, adults, couples, adolescents and their families, and individuals from marginalized communities. She takes a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach, recognizing the impact systemic oppression and stigma can have on a person's wellbeing.
Dr. Joan Moore (she/her) has a passion for helping people navigate the complexities of life and strives to assist them with reaching their personal goals. Joan uses a cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and integrative approach to help individuals and couples explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Joan is particularly interested in working with survivors of trauma, adults, couples, adolescents and their families, and individuals from marginalized communities. She takes a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach, recognizing the impact systemic oppression and stigma can have on a person's wellbeing.
(301) 381-2194 View (301) 381-2194
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Martin Vendemia
BCH, MNLP, LPI
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results
Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results
(410) 469-1554 View (410) 469-1554
Cathleen Horan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
I have twenty five years of experience providing psychotherapy for young adults and adults (18-90) as well as couples and families. I utilize CBT, ACT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, motivational interviewing, and other approaches to suit your needs. I specialize in treating substance use disorder, co-dependency, process addictions, eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, grief/loss, life transitions and relationship difficulties. I work from a strengths based perspective and help clients strengthen coping strategies and deveop new strategies to create and enhance the life you want to live.
I have twenty five years of experience providing psychotherapy for young adults and adults (18-90) as well as couples and families. I utilize CBT, ACT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness based stress reduction, motivational interviewing, and other approaches to suit your needs. I specialize in treating substance use disorder, co-dependency, process addictions, eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, grief/loss, life transitions and relationship difficulties. I work from a strengths based perspective and help clients strengthen coping strategies and deveop new strategies to create and enhance the life you want to live.
(240) 474-9782 View (240) 474-9782
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Joe Zappala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20852
We all have areas in our lives that cause us stress and worry. Sometimes people feel stuck in behaviors or situations. I have over ten years of experience helping adults, adolescents, and couples, with relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, school difficulties, depression, and anxiety. I work collaboratively with clients to focus on the issues they find important.
We all have areas in our lives that cause us stress and worry. Sometimes people feel stuck in behaviors or situations. I have over ten years of experience helping adults, adolescents, and couples, with relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, school difficulties, depression, and anxiety. I work collaboratively with clients to focus on the issues they find important.
(240) 949-2389 View (240) 949-2389
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Maurine K Kelly
Psychologist, PhD, FIPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Bethesda, MD 20852
I specialize in working with families, couples, groups, and individuals. I treat children as young as three, have experience with school phobia, adoption, blended families, gender issues, gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals, and the challenges of elderly. I am experienced working with psychoses, severe post traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and problems of every day life. I have special expertise working with the LGBTQ+ population, with adolescents, sexual development, severe mental illness, post traumatic stress disorder, and physical illnesses.
I specialize in working with families, couples, groups, and individuals. I treat children as young as three, have experience with school phobia, adoption, blended families, gender issues, gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals, and the challenges of elderly. I am experienced working with psychoses, severe post traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and problems of every day life. I have special expertise working with the LGBTQ+ population, with adolescents, sexual development, severe mental illness, post traumatic stress disorder, and physical illnesses.
(240) 242-9949 View (240) 242-9949
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Hassan Karimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
I do believe each person and family has unique resources to activate healing processes. Brief Therapy requires a highly collaborative approach between therapist and clients, and focuses on practical solutions and clear communication. Brief Therapy offers a maximum of 10 sessions but usually don't need that many to promote change in the problem that is presented. I work with individuals, couples and families with a variety of problems: marital conflict and affairs, depression and anxiety, children and adolescent problems, addiction, eating disorders, stress and work related problems. I also provide online-therapy services.
I do believe each person and family has unique resources to activate healing processes. Brief Therapy requires a highly collaborative approach between therapist and clients, and focuses on practical solutions and clear communication. Brief Therapy offers a maximum of 10 sessions but usually don't need that many to promote change in the problem that is presented. I work with individuals, couples and families with a variety of problems: marital conflict and affairs, depression and anxiety, children and adolescent problems, addiction, eating disorders, stress and work related problems. I also provide online-therapy services.
(888) 367-5442 View (888) 367-5442
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Angela Gilbert
Psychologist, PsyD, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20911
I am a seasoned psychologist, consultant, clinician who has been practicing in the DC 30 years. I'm returning to f/t self employment/ private practice after working f/t in the medical context at Walter Reed Bethesda, Kaiser, Nursing homes. Strengths as an agent of positive change include my personable, collaborative approach and our success in achieving agreed- upon desired results. I have extensive experience in the fields of behavioral medicine, trauma recovery, hypnosis, and clinical supervision and training. My clients see positive results and return on investment relatively quickly. I love this work, and always learning.
I am a seasoned psychologist, consultant, clinician who has been practicing in the DC 30 years. I'm returning to f/t self employment/ private practice after working f/t in the medical context at Walter Reed Bethesda, Kaiser, Nursing homes. Strengths as an agent of positive change include my personable, collaborative approach and our success in achieving agreed- upon desired results. I have extensive experience in the fields of behavioral medicine, trauma recovery, hypnosis, and clinical supervision and training. My clients see positive results and return on investment relatively quickly. I love this work, and always learning.
(240) 647-9278 View (240) 647-9278
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Dr. Michael M. Librie, PsyD, LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.
I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.
(410) 376-8209 View (410) 376-8209
Gambling Therapists

How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?

There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.

How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.

How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?

Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.

Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?

Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.