Relationship Issues Therapists in North Potomac, MD

I understand that there are many things in life that influence us and take a toll on our emotional well-being. I believe that with effective support, guidance and understanding, you have the ability to not only find the answers to your problems, but the strength to make positive changes in your life. Expressive Therapy Center offers a family-focused and individualized approach that is unique to each client and his or her family's needs.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. My ideal client is one who wants to make a change, or to accept what cannot change, and is willing to look at their ways of thinking, behaving, and relating to others in order to do so. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents to address mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, We might face life circumstances that seem impossible to cope with. Trusting that you can bounce back and move on can be quite a challenge during such times, but is for sure possible. I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients who have dared to hope, to seek help, and take charge of their life to create a better future. I have worked with individuals of different ages (adolescents, adults and seniors) with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.

I seek to cultivate a collaborative, trusting, and explorative experience to work alongside you on your path to wholeness. My ideal client is ready to address stagnant behavior and unravel complex emotions. I understand that a well-established therapeutic alliance is imperative to successful outcomes. This is crucial in ensuring a safe and supportive environment to be vulnerable, open, and authentic. My training is oriented around Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-styles, and Psychodynamic approach. I also integrate concepts from other frameworks to best suit your specific needs.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or unsure about what to do next in your life? Are changes or struggles within your family causing you stress? Do you need help navigating a new challenge? Are you feeling challenged as a parent of a teen? Life's journey can be difficult at times and we may need the support of a professional who can assist us in seeing things from another perspective and finding ways to move forward. I commend you for taking this first step to getting the support you need and deserve at this time in your life.

Through our work together, I will support you toward gaining insight into the roots of your challenges, and help empower you to move forward toward more peace and fulfillment. I believe that with appropriate support, we are all capable of finding solutions to our own problems. Therefore, I see my role as one of a guide or facilitator. I have extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families facing challenges including depression and anxiety, major life transitions, relationship conflict, family-of-origin issues, setting and achieving life goals, parenting, and more.

I am a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in psychotherapy, training, supervision, and research in multicultural counseling. My passion lies in making therapy more accessible, particularly for individuals from cultures where seeking psychotherapy is stigmatized. I specialize in offering culturally responsive and strength-based therapy services for individuals navigating identity issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I use an eclectic approach, integrating interpersonal, multicultural, psychodynamic, and CBT approaches.

We started our company, ABC Therapeutic Solutions, with the goal of providing the best quality evidenced based therapy possible. Dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, impulsivity, family or relationship conflict and other mental health symptoms, can have a serious impact on your health. Our mission is to approach treatment from a total health perspective to help you find a balance that meets your emotional, psychological and physical needs.

Life isn't always easy! Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, difficult life transitions, trauma, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I view my role as the therapist as being a conduit of light that gently guides you to discover a life fully lived --- with more happiness, purpose, and passion.

It is imperative for me to provide my clients with a warm, safe, and comfortable therapeutic space in which they will be invited to share, explore, and grow. Building a healthy collaborative relationship with my clients provides a foundation for our work together. I not only seek to alleviate symptoms and foster self-understanding, but I also encourage my clients to learn from their symptoms. I have found that increasing one's sense of awareness and balance can be helpful in many situations. At the same time, I do my best to meet clients where they are in their lives and work at their pace.

Licensed in MD, DC, VA, NJ. If you’re reading this, then you’ve already taken the first step toward healing. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, eating disorder, trauma, or other challenges, I can help you forge a path forward. I will work collaboratively with you to establish personalized therapy goals tailored to your specific needs. I will work diligently to foster an environment in which you feel safe, accepted, seen, heard, and never judged. In our work together, you can expect me to be compassionate, honest, and real; I will be patient and encourage you to confront the deeper, underlying issues.

I believe that effective therapy is built on trust and unconditional empathy. My treatment approach is rooted in the importance of the individual, using methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, and Somatic skills. In our sessions, you can expect a warm, judgment free space where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. I am dedicated to taking the time to truly get to know you, so that I can incorporate your interests into treatment in creative ways. I want you to not only process your past, but be equipped with practical tools to fuel your future.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, Therapy can be one of our most vulnerable experiences. My ideal client seeks assistance to live the best version of themselves through hope, change, and a healthy self-managed lifestyle. I work with children, adolescents, and adults addressing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma, self-esteem, school challenges, and grief.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE My ideal client is someone who is coping with anxiety, depression, chronic illness, ADHD, grief, troubled relationship and family dynamics, developmental delays, LGBTQ and trauma issues. Any of these listed conditions or situations can negatively impact my clients’ ability to navigate daily living. So a successful client would be open to change and willing to try new approaches to collaborate with me in order to identify and verbalize their needs and goals and develop a plan to obtain these goals.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, children and families who are facing a challenge and are looking for support. My experience in clinical practice allows me to assist with goal directed activities and work to achieve significant changes. A large part of my work is helping clients manage their anxiety or depression and to take concrete steps towards a more positive future. We work together to accomplish goals that the client has chosen to gain a greater understanding of themselves and their behaviors.We focus on changing relationship dynamics and learning new coping skills.

TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. I am invested in reducing the stress in your life that may be limiting your potential to heal and thrive. With 25+ years of experience, I am a Stress Management Skills Educator, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Family Psychotherapist; I have advanced training in a lifestyle approach to health and wellbeing from the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Stress reduction activities are among the most important skills to build into a lifestyle to maximize the body’s healing response. You will learn self-care techniques to promote relaxation and resilience and improve your quality of life.

TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. My ideal client is willing to be introspective. They may present with a wide array of issues ranging from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, schizophrenia and adjustment and posttraumatic stress disorders, ADHD, substance and alcohol abuse, hoarding, LGBTQ+ related issues, sexual and physical trauma, relationship concerns and grief. Not only do my clients need validation and support, but they want to understand the function of their symptoms. My goal is to help clients make sense of their feelings and find ways to reduce their symptoms so that it does not interfere with their daily functioning.

TELETHERAPY For more than 15 years I've worked with adults, couples, families, and adolescents in Illinois, DC, and Maryland. I often use a diverse and ethnically sensitive and relevant approach to treatment. It is my goal to provide a non-judgmental and welcoming space for clients to ultimately experience joy, develop more effective coping strategies, and best understand their life's purpose. I value the therapeutic connection and relationship that includes a non judgmental and empathetic environment.

TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS, I have a profound passion to help clients with life events, transitions, challenges, and their personal growth. I provide a safe environment, positive support, and guidance to help you reach your goals. My practice style is an integrative mix of person-centered, solution focused, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior, and attachment based therapy. The development of a safe and collaborative relationship serves as the foundation for positive and lasting change.