Anxiety Therapists in Potomac, MD

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Fereshteh (Faye) Darya
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
-Improving relationship (Family, couple, parent/child, peer) -Stress Management and Coping -Life Transitions -Rehabilitation Counseling -Career Counseling -Mental Health Issues -Ethnic and Cultural Issues -Elderly Issues -Impulse Control -Woman's Issues - Anxiety and Depression -Communication Skills -Group/Workshop -Goal Setting -Grief/Loss -Parenting.
I am a strong proponent of health-oriented and positive psychology that emphasizes what is right with people rather than what is wrong with them. My counseling work is based on the integrative approach to psychotherapy that is best characterized as going beyond and across the confines of any single orientation. I draw from different theories to form a comprehensive view of all the complexities of human conditions and emotions. The reason for this is because no one theory has all the answers that could effectively work with every individual and situation.
-Improving relationship (Family, couple, parent/child, peer) -Stress Management and Coping -Life Transitions -Rehabilitation Counseling -Career Counseling -Mental Health Issues -Ethnic and Cultural Issues -Elderly Issues -Impulse Control -Woman's Issues - Anxiety and Depression -Communication Skills -Group/Workshop -Goal Setting -Grief/Loss -Parenting.
I am a strong proponent of health-oriented and positive psychology that emphasizes what is right with people rather than what is wrong with them. My counseling work is based on the integrative approach to psychotherapy that is best characterized as going beyond and across the confines of any single orientation. I draw from different theories to form a comprehensive view of all the complexities of human conditions and emotions. The reason for this is because no one theory has all the answers that could effectively work with every individual and situation.
(301) 327-2885 View (301) 327-2885
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Xinyu Long
Counselor, LGPC, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
My cat will occasionally join our sessions, but don't worry, she will protect your confidentiality :).
I am passionate in working with BIPOC women experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and ADHD. Being an Asian woman with multinational background, I bring a unique perspective to my counseling practice. I understand the intricacies of cultural nuances and the courage it takes to seek support. This background gave me profound insight into the struggles faced by my underrepresented clients and fosters a deep sense of connection and understanding.
My cat will occasionally join our sessions, but don't worry, she will protect your confidentiality :).
I am passionate in working with BIPOC women experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and ADHD. Being an Asian woman with multinational background, I bring a unique perspective to my counseling practice. I understand the intricacies of cultural nuances and the courage it takes to seek support. This background gave me profound insight into the struggles faced by my underrepresented clients and fosters a deep sense of connection and understanding.
(301) 769-7284 View (301) 769-7284
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Donnisha Hébert
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
If you’re navigating stress, trauma, or personal growth challenges like anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, help is here for you. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we can work towards finding relief from emotional distress, improving your well-being, and gaining clarity on your challenges. You’ll gain practical tools for managing your emotions and achieving personal growth, helping you create a more fulfilling and balanced life.
If you’re navigating stress, trauma, or personal growth challenges like anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, help is here for you. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your feelings and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we can work towards finding relief from emotional distress, improving your well-being, and gaining clarity on your challenges. You’ll gain practical tools for managing your emotions and achieving personal growth, helping you create a more fulfilling and balanced life.
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Tia Conrad Psychotherapy, L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of chronic pain, trauma disorders including PTSD and Combat Related PTSD, depression, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, performance anxiety, family dysfunction, couples/relationship problems, acculturation issues, and sleep disorders.
Welcome. Congratulations on taking this step to make change in your life. It takes a tremendous amount of bravery and belief that things can change just to land here. As a patient, your goals and treatment will be based on what you know best about yourself and what you want in your life. My role is to offer supportive guidance to get you to that place, without judgement or force. We will also develop an understanding of how your learned behaviors and emotional reactions to issues that may be causing discomfort for you are at the crux of your automatic thoughts and behaviors.
I specialize in the treatment of chronic pain, trauma disorders including PTSD and Combat Related PTSD, depression, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, performance anxiety, family dysfunction, couples/relationship problems, acculturation issues, and sleep disorders.
Welcome. Congratulations on taking this step to make change in your life. It takes a tremendous amount of bravery and belief that things can change just to land here. As a patient, your goals and treatment will be based on what you know best about yourself and what you want in your life. My role is to offer supportive guidance to get you to that place, without judgement or force. We will also develop an understanding of how your learned behaviors and emotional reactions to issues that may be causing discomfort for you are at the crux of your automatic thoughts and behaviors.
(240) 317-3741 View (240) 317-3741
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Valerie Gordon Slattery
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
I see children with anxiety, depression, trauma, selective mutism, low self-esteem, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder.
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 see children with anxiety, depression, trauma, selective mutism, low self-esteem, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder.
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.
(240) 478-6249 View (240) 478-6249
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Gloria Silverberg Coaching
MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
It is not easy to be a “ worried well” child or an adult finding their way in today’s world.
As a Professional Counselor, School and Parenting Coach with 25 years of experience, I would love to help you and your child achieve your outcomes through compassionate coaching. Awards: Montgomery County Public Schools Counselor of the Year, Maryland State Semi-Finalist Counselor of the Year
It is not easy to be a “ worried well” child or an adult finding their way in today’s world.
As a Professional Counselor, School and Parenting Coach with 25 years of experience, I would love to help you and your child achieve your outcomes through compassionate coaching. Awards: Montgomery County Public Schools Counselor of the Year, Maryland State Semi-Finalist Counselor of the Year
(240) 663-5715 View (240) 663-5715
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Noelle Gunzburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
In my practice, I assist clients in working through and coping with many different issues including addiction, grief, trauma, anxiety, and relationship/couples issues. Generally my clients are looking for assistance in improving their relationship with themselves or others, and need support in doing so. I tend to be symptom focused, working on adjusting mindset to improve what is happening with your mental health now.
In my practice, I assist clients in working through and coping with many different issues including addiction, grief, trauma, anxiety, and relationship/couples issues. Generally my clients are looking for assistance in improving their relationship with themselves or others, and need support in doing so. I tend to be symptom focused, working on adjusting mindset to improve what is happening with your mental health now.
(240) 905-4560 View (240) 905-4560
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Amy Kohn McNelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LMFT, CAC-II
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
Sometimes the reasons people seek therapy are hard to pinpoint or articulate. Other times the totally unexpected brings a person into therapy. Often it is the thing one least wants to discuss. The reasons are countless, but they always matter. They affect our thoughts and our relationships, often quite deeply. My purpose as a therapist is to develop a relationship and a context that feels restorative and safe through which my patients and I can grapple with any and all concerns imaginable. Through intimate conversation and our shared experience emerge feelings, buried fears, and the previously unknowable.
Sometimes the reasons people seek therapy are hard to pinpoint or articulate. Other times the totally unexpected brings a person into therapy. Often it is the thing one least wants to discuss. The reasons are countless, but they always matter. They affect our thoughts and our relationships, often quite deeply. My purpose as a therapist is to develop a relationship and a context that feels restorative and safe through which my patients and I can grapple with any and all concerns imaginable. Through intimate conversation and our shared experience emerge feelings, buried fears, and the previously unknowable.
(240) 546-6114 View (240) 546-6114
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Olivia Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
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.
(301) 635-1667 View (301) 635-1667
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Jacinta Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
She also works with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, and focus skills.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
She also works with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, and focus skills.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
(240) 363-3874 View (240) 363-3874
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Daniela Wolf
Counselor, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
My work consists of a collaborative exploration of your needs and hopes in a supportive and culturally sensitive environment. Past and present life adversaries often shape the way we feel and interact. Examining our unhealthy patterns and incorperating our strengths in a trusting therapeutic relationship, can elicit experiences of personal growth, living a richer life and increasing our propensity for healthy and adaptive relationships. I work well with a range of psychological needs and concerns; anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, self - esteem, life changing events and trauma are some of the areas that I welcome in our exploration.
My work consists of a collaborative exploration of your needs and hopes in a supportive and culturally sensitive environment. Past and present life adversaries often shape the way we feel and interact. Examining our unhealthy patterns and incorperating our strengths in a trusting therapeutic relationship, can elicit experiences of personal growth, living a richer life and increasing our propensity for healthy and adaptive relationships. I work well with a range of psychological needs and concerns; anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, self - esteem, life changing events and trauma are some of the areas that I welcome in our exploration.
(301) 945-7027 View (301) 945-7027
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Evergreen Child and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
I work teens and young adults to address issues like depression, anxiety, family conflict, social/dating skills, and academic/career concerns.
What drives my work as a therapist is my belief in your ability to make positive changes in your life and my dedication to building strong relationships. I take a client-centered, strengths-based, empathetic, whole-person perspective. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated, engaged, and ready to gain self awareness. We'll work together to set goals, explore your past, and learn skills to implement in the future. I'm interested in strengthening your relational health and improving your overall well-being through a holistic approach fueled by my training in lifestyle medicine.
I work teens and young adults to address issues like depression, anxiety, family conflict, social/dating skills, and academic/career concerns.
What drives my work as a therapist is my belief in your ability to make positive changes in your life and my dedication to building strong relationships. I take a client-centered, strengths-based, empathetic, whole-person perspective. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated, engaged, and ready to gain self awareness. We'll work together to set goals, explore your past, and learn skills to implement in the future. I'm interested in strengthening your relational health and improving your overall well-being through a holistic approach fueled by my training in lifestyle medicine.
(240) 982-2034 View (240) 982-2034
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Lois Hartman
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
I am currently offering teletherapy sessions and I welcome new clients. Are you interested in revitalizing your life? Do you feel stuck and desire to feel more productive? Are you attempting to balance the challenges of life? I have had success working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD and who seek to improve their relationships, elevate their self esteem and encounter uncertainty during a life transition.
I am currently offering teletherapy sessions and I welcome new clients. Are you interested in revitalizing your life? Do you feel stuck and desire to feel more productive? Are you attempting to balance the challenges of life? I have had success working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD and who seek to improve their relationships, elevate their self esteem and encounter uncertainty during a life transition.
(240) 392-1852 View (240) 392-1852
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Daryl Thorne
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
Adjusting to life and situational changes can be daunting, anxiety producing, and slightly depressing.
Life happens! At some point in our lives we are faced with challenges that effect us personally or professionally. Sometimes we have people we can talk to about these minor set backs. Other times, we wish there was someone we could talk to, honestly, about the most troubling aspects of our lives without fear of being judged. Having a supportive person in our lives who is objective makes a difference in getting through these "bumps in the road". This is, ideally, what a counselor or therapist is for.
Adjusting to life and situational changes can be daunting, anxiety producing, and slightly depressing.
Life happens! At some point in our lives we are faced with challenges that effect us personally or professionally. Sometimes we have people we can talk to about these minor set backs. Other times, we wish there was someone we could talk to, honestly, about the most troubling aspects of our lives without fear of being judged. Having a supportive person in our lives who is objective makes a difference in getting through these "bumps in the road". This is, ideally, what a counselor or therapist is for.
(301) 531-4925 View (301) 531-4925
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Alex Berthé
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20859
I specialize in treating college-age young adults who are either in college or reevaluating whether or not college is for them. Common issues my clients present with include depression, anxiety, loneliness, ADHD, self-esteem, & life-transition issues. They often come to me seeking help on improving their mood; navigating the ups and downs of leaving home or trying to; negotiating the balance between too little & too much social life; managing the grind of challenging academics or stopgap jobs; developing capacities for self-reflection & more fulfilling relationships; & overall just getting a better sense of who they are.
I specialize in treating college-age young adults who are either in college or reevaluating whether or not college is for them. Common issues my clients present with include depression, anxiety, loneliness, ADHD, self-esteem, & life-transition issues. They often come to me seeking help on improving their mood; navigating the ups and downs of leaving home or trying to; negotiating the balance between too little & too much social life; managing the grind of challenging academics or stopgap jobs; developing capacities for self-reflection & more fulfilling relationships; & overall just getting a better sense of who they are.
(240) 465-0111 View (240) 465-0111
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Dr. Emily Stano
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Stano provides individual, family, & group therapy services to children & teens as well as psychological assessment services to patients of all ages. Her specialties include working with children & teens experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, challenging relationships, identity issues, & health conditions. She works with families to navigate parenting concerns, stressful relationships, and significant life changes. She is an identity-affirming clinician who works with people of diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, religion, culture, ability, sexual orientation, & gender.
Dr. Stano provides individual, family, & group therapy services to children & teens as well as psychological assessment services to patients of all ages. Her specialties include working with children & teens experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, challenging relationships, identity issues, & health conditions. She works with families to navigate parenting concerns, stressful relationships, and significant life changes. She is an identity-affirming clinician who works with people of diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, religion, culture, ability, sexual orientation, & gender.
(240) 528-4770 View (240) 528-4770
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Gail Guttman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
Our group practice, Guttman and Pearl Associates, offers individual therapy for depression, anxiety and self esteem issues, as well as an adjunct to couples therapy, when needed.
We are seeing our individuals and couples in tele-therapy through the COVID-19 crisis. As a "Top Marriage, Family and Sex Therapist" in Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 & 2012, my focus is on helping couples address their emotional and sexual ruptures in their relationships. If you feel far apart from or in conflict with your partner, therapy can help you to feel close again. As an couples relationship and certified sex therapist, with over 30 years of experience, couples learn to unravel their dance and a structured communications tool, which fosters listening, understanding and empathy. Sexual and emotional intimacy are restored.
Our group practice, Guttman and Pearl Associates, offers individual therapy for depression, anxiety and self esteem issues, as well as an adjunct to couples therapy, when needed.
We are seeing our individuals and couples in tele-therapy through the COVID-19 crisis. As a "Top Marriage, Family and Sex Therapist" in Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 & 2012, my focus is on helping couples address their emotional and sexual ruptures in their relationships. If you feel far apart from or in conflict with your partner, therapy can help you to feel close again. As an couples relationship and certified sex therapist, with over 30 years of experience, couples learn to unravel their dance and a structured communications tool, which fosters listening, understanding and empathy. Sexual and emotional intimacy are restored.
(301) 304-4781 View (301) 304-4781
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Lisa Makstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I feel passionate about helping people experience more joy and contentment in their relationships and in their lives. I believe that every crisis or problem that arises also provides an opportunity for healing and growth. Whether you are depressed, anxious, having marital conflicts, parenting difficulties, recovering from a traumatic experience, or in the midst of a life transition, we can problem-solve together and discover new possibilities for you. My style can best be described as interactive and engaging. I am a supportive listener, yet give honest feedback and offer suggestions for positive actions.
As a psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I feel passionate about helping people experience more joy and contentment in their relationships and in their lives. I believe that every crisis or problem that arises also provides an opportunity for healing and growth. Whether you are depressed, anxious, having marital conflicts, parenting difficulties, recovering from a traumatic experience, or in the midst of a life transition, we can problem-solve together and discover new possibilities for you. My style can best be described as interactive and engaging. I am a supportive listener, yet give honest feedback and offer suggestions for positive actions.
(301) 485-6939 View (301) 485-6939
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Karin Focke
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
I offer therapy in English and Spanish and specialize in working with depression and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, parenting concerns and behavioral problems.
Change can be unpredictable and sometimes stressful to the point that it may disturb a family, trigger anxiety or depression, generate relationship problems in adults and behavioral problems in adolescents and children. Having lived in different countries myself, I can understand how difficult it is to adapt to new life situations.
I offer therapy in English and Spanish and specialize in working with depression and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, parenting concerns and behavioral problems.
Change can be unpredictable and sometimes stressful to the point that it may disturb a family, trigger anxiety or depression, generate relationship problems in adults and behavioral problems in adolescents and children. Having lived in different countries myself, I can understand how difficult it is to adapt to new life situations.
(301) 686-7631 View (301) 686-7631
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Julia Kirvan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
"Are you experiencing conflicts in your relationships? Are you feeling depressed, anxious or irritable? Finding a therapist you can connect with to help you explore an unbiased view of your struggles or concerns can be difficult. As a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience, I help adults, adolescents, and couples through a variety of life transitions. I offer help to clients struggling from a variety of issues, ranging from: marital difficulties, anxiety and depression, separation and divorce, grief, parenting and workplace difficulties. In addition, I am a trained collaborative divorce coach and child specialist.
"Are you experiencing conflicts in your relationships? Are you feeling depressed, anxious or irritable? Finding a therapist you can connect with to help you explore an unbiased view of your struggles or concerns can be difficult. As a clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience, I help adults, adolescents, and couples through a variety of life transitions. I offer help to clients struggling from a variety of issues, ranging from: marital difficulties, anxiety and depression, separation and divorce, grief, parenting and workplace difficulties. In addition, I am a trained collaborative divorce coach and child specialist.
(301) 678-8681 View (301) 678-8681
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