Child Therapists in Potomac, MD

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Wellspring Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
Chris Peckham, LCPC, NCC has been working with teens and young adults for over 14 years. Prior to founding Wellspring Psychotherapy, Mr. Peckham worked with older teens and young adults in a variety of settings including summer camps, wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding schools and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). He has served in the roles of Mentor, Therapist, Clinical Director, Executive Director and program Founder.
Chris Peckham, LCPC, NCC has been working with teens and young adults for over 14 years. Prior to founding Wellspring Psychotherapy, Mr. Peckham worked with older teens and young adults in a variety of settings including summer camps, wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding schools and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). He has served in the roles of Mentor, Therapist, Clinical Director, Executive Director and program Founder.
(240) 202-2169 View (240) 202-2169
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Josline Dibonge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
The Living Well Center aims to provide culturally informed holistic behavioral healthcare through a compassionate and person-centered approach. We provide therapeutic services to adults, adolescents and couples through the convenience of a telehealth platform. Additionally, we also provide clinical supervision for mental health professionals seeking advanced licensure.
The Living Well Center aims to provide culturally informed holistic behavioral healthcare through a compassionate and person-centered approach. We provide therapeutic services to adults, adolescents and couples through the convenience of a telehealth platform. Additionally, we also provide clinical supervision for mental health professionals seeking advanced licensure.
(240) 866-2989 View (240) 866-2989
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Elizabeth Junker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients :) I focus on treating early adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, and ADHD issues. I am especially experienced working with middle schoolers who are having difficulties navigating their family and peer relationships as well as mood swings and emotional regulation challenges. By helping my clients identify what is (and is not) in their control and looking within themselves to see what strengths they didn't know they have, I believe that anyone—no matter their age or background—can achieve their goals.
Currently accepting new clients :) I focus on treating early adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, and ADHD issues. I am especially experienced working with middle schoolers who are having difficulties navigating their family and peer relationships as well as mood swings and emotional regulation challenges. By helping my clients identify what is (and is not) in their control and looking within themselves to see what strengths they didn't know they have, I believe that anyone—no matter their age or background—can achieve their goals.
(301) 234-7050 View (301) 234-7050
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Toni A. Cortellessa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
Toni is a highly skilled therapist who has been practicing for over 30 years. She practices individual, couple and family therapy with adolescents and adults. Toni is committed to advanced training as well as teaching. She has served as a faculty member for Georgetown School of Medicine, Washington Center for Psychoanalysis and the Washington School of Psychiatry. Toni has also been trained as a Collaborative Divorce Coach as well as a Parent Coordinator. In addition, she provides supervision to other therapists. Her empathy and commitment to her work led to her being included in WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE "TOP COUPLE THERAPISTS" in 2012.,
Toni is a highly skilled therapist who has been practicing for over 30 years. She practices individual, couple and family therapy with adolescents and adults. Toni is committed to advanced training as well as teaching. She has served as a faculty member for Georgetown School of Medicine, Washington Center for Psychoanalysis and the Washington School of Psychiatry. Toni has also been trained as a Collaborative Divorce Coach as well as a Parent Coordinator. In addition, she provides supervision to other therapists. Her empathy and commitment to her work led to her being included in WASHINGTONIAN MAGAZINE "TOP COUPLE THERAPISTS" in 2012.,
(240) 451-8702 View (240) 451-8702
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Kim Wiltshire
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for my clients to feel safe and understood. I specialize in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, self-injury and other self-sabotaging behaviors. I work with teens and adults looking to develop a better understanding of their dysfunctional patterns in order to create effective and lasting change.
I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for my clients to feel safe and understood. I specialize in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, self-injury and other self-sabotaging behaviors. I work with teens and adults looking to develop a better understanding of their dysfunctional patterns in order to create effective and lasting change.
(240) 471-6237 View (240) 471-6237
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Lee Tomkin Stern
Counselor, LCPC, MS, CPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
My name is Lee Tomkin Stern. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Maryland and have received my training from Johns Hopkins University. I have experience working with tweens, teens, adults and families. Now, more than ever, mental health care is needed desperately. I specialize in a cognitive behavioral approach to help my clients become aware of negative or inaccurate thinking patterns so that they can better cope and respond to them in a more effective way. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be very helpful when treating symptoms from anxiety.
My name is Lee Tomkin Stern. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Maryland and have received my training from Johns Hopkins University. I have experience working with tweens, teens, adults and families. Now, more than ever, mental health care is needed desperately. I specialize in a cognitive behavioral approach to help my clients become aware of negative or inaccurate thinking patterns so that they can better cope and respond to them in a more effective way. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be very helpful when treating symptoms from anxiety.
(240) 800-1607 View (240) 800-1607
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Aimee Block
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
We all feel stuck at times as we navigate life’s challenges. Therapy provides the opportunity to gain insight and skills needed to make the changes you want in your life. My goal is to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate space to guide you in exploring and adjusting patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that interfere with living more fully and freely. My holistic approach integrates techniques for mind, body, and spirit that build upon your unique strengths, to progress towards the positive changes you envision.
We all feel stuck at times as we navigate life’s challenges. Therapy provides the opportunity to gain insight and skills needed to make the changes you want in your life. My goal is to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental, and compassionate space to guide you in exploring and adjusting patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that interfere with living more fully and freely. My holistic approach integrates techniques for mind, body, and spirit that build upon your unique strengths, to progress towards the positive changes you envision.
(240) 839-6896 View (240) 839-6896
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Brian Polis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
Opening up around the vulnerable and intimate details of our lives can be very uncomfortable. There is so much pressure to be “happy”, “better”, or “perfect”, while receiving messaging that being anything else is unacceptable. We are very adaptive yet often struggle to effectively get our needs met, so may engage in avoidance behaviors and withhold or internalize our feelings to try to prevent things from getting worse. You want to feel more like your true self and get more satisfaction out of your relationships. You need an unconditionally supportive, non-judgmental, creative, and humorous therapist who accepts you however you are.
Opening up around the vulnerable and intimate details of our lives can be very uncomfortable. There is so much pressure to be “happy”, “better”, or “perfect”, while receiving messaging that being anything else is unacceptable. We are very adaptive yet often struggle to effectively get our needs met, so may engage in avoidance behaviors and withhold or internalize our feelings to try to prevent things from getting worse. You want to feel more like your true self and get more satisfaction out of your relationships. You need an unconditionally supportive, non-judgmental, creative, and humorous therapist who accepts you however you are.
(415) 779-2440 View (415) 779-2440
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Nooshin Kiankhooy
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
I often tell my clients that finding a therapist is like buying a new pair of shoes; sometimes you have to try on a few different sizes and styles before you find the best fit. My style is empathic and understanding, yet straight-forward and honest. I help my clients get unstuck and move forward, while providing feedback that is productive and manageable. You and I can work together to come up with ways to meet your goals for therapy, along with acquiring insight into your behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor and my specialties include Eating Disorders and Trauma.
I often tell my clients that finding a therapist is like buying a new pair of shoes; sometimes you have to try on a few different sizes and styles before you find the best fit. My style is empathic and understanding, yet straight-forward and honest. I help my clients get unstuck and move forward, while providing feedback that is productive and manageable. You and I can work together to come up with ways to meet your goals for therapy, along with acquiring insight into your behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. I am a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor and my specialties include Eating Disorders and Trauma.
(301) 679-7220 View (301) 679-7220
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Allison Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
My background as a family therapist means that I am trained to look at problems within a relational framework, whether that be between people, social systems, or the varied components of self within a single individual. The longer I practice, the more I believe that suffering and symptoms arise when we are disconnected from these relationships; disconnected from our bodies, from our emotions, from our needs, from our communities, and from others…
My background as a family therapist means that I am trained to look at problems within a relational framework, whether that be between people, social systems, or the varied components of self within a single individual. The longer I practice, the more I believe that suffering and symptoms arise when we are disconnected from these relationships; disconnected from our bodies, from our emotions, from our needs, from our communities, and from others…
(301) 970-4581 View (301) 970-4581
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Enrichment Wellness, LLC
MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
Late afternoon and evening appointments are available now! Are you feeling anxious? Lonely? Depressed, stuck and scared to move forward? Having difficulties communicating your emotions and needs? Struggling with relationships? We can help you to find inner peace and confidence! Our clinicians utilize warm, and compassionate approaches to serve your needs. We provide services in person as well as via telehealth. Please email/call us for availability.
Late afternoon and evening appointments are available now! Are you feeling anxious? Lonely? Depressed, stuck and scared to move forward? Having difficulties communicating your emotions and needs? Struggling with relationships? We can help you to find inner peace and confidence! Our clinicians utilize warm, and compassionate approaches to serve your needs. We provide services in person as well as via telehealth. Please email/call us for availability.
(301) 944-0564 View (301) 944-0564
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Chaka Starkes
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Supervisor with 10 years of experience. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and everything you need is already within you. My goal is to help you access more of who you are, feel confident in your life’s story, and find strength in even the toughest chapters. With training in CBT, ABFT, FFT, and EMDR, I’m here to provide compassionate support as you navigate your journey.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Supervisor with 10 years of experience. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and everything you need is already within you. My goal is to help you access more of who you are, feel confident in your life’s story, and find strength in even the toughest chapters. With training in CBT, ABFT, FFT, and EMDR, I’m here to provide compassionate support as you navigate your journey.
(240) 341-8850 View (240) 341-8850
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Perla Lay
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Perla Lay (Pearl-a), and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland. I graduated with a master’s degree in counseling from Washington Adventist University. Life’s challenges, whether in childhood, adolescence, or young adulthood, can feel overwhelming at times. Issues like identity struggles, low self-esteem, stress, emotional regulation, and peer-related concerns are common, but you don’t have to face them alone. My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, designed to support you in navigating these experiences and finding your inner strength.
Hello! I’m Perla Lay (Pearl-a), and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland. I graduated with a master’s degree in counseling from Washington Adventist University. Life’s challenges, whether in childhood, adolescence, or young adulthood, can feel overwhelming at times. Issues like identity struggles, low self-esteem, stress, emotional regulation, and peer-related concerns are common, but you don’t have to face them alone. My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, designed to support you in navigating these experiences and finding your inner strength.
(301) 901-3988 View (301) 901-3988
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Becca Ferenci
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
Welcome! My passion is helping my clients navigate the complexities of growing up and forming their identity, wherever they’re at in life. I work with clients of all ages, with particular experience working with teens, and young adults. I know that growing up isn’t always easy, and I want to help ease those transitions. I am a queer-identifying therapist, and I have a special interest and experience in working with LGBTQ+ clients.
Welcome! My passion is helping my clients navigate the complexities of growing up and forming their identity, wherever they’re at in life. I work with clients of all ages, with particular experience working with teens, and young adults. I know that growing up isn’t always easy, and I want to help ease those transitions. I am a queer-identifying therapist, and I have a special interest and experience in working with LGBTQ+ clients.
(240) 789-4227 View (240) 789-4227
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Radhika Barrett
Resident in Counseling, MA, NBCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
We all have anxieties. We have defenses against hurt that we build up over time, that become solidified into unproductive patterns of behavior and prevent us from living our best lives. We all, from time to time, lose connection with ourselves and those around us, as we try and do the million things that daily life demands of us. It’s okay. You’re not alone.
We all have anxieties. We have defenses against hurt that we build up over time, that become solidified into unproductive patterns of behavior and prevent us from living our best lives. We all, from time to time, lose connection with ourselves and those around us, as we try and do the million things that daily life demands of us. It’s okay. You’re not alone.
(571) 487-7664 View (571) 487-7664
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Simone Walton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
Dr. Walton is dedicated to working with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop applied solutions to challenges affecting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her professional experience includes working within international humanitarian organizations, the legal arena and doing this work living on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Walton is passionate about systems and the people who function in them. She is a wife, a mother, a caregiver and a daughter of immigrants.
Dr. Walton is dedicated to working with communities, organizations, and individuals to develop applied solutions to challenges affecting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her professional experience includes working within international humanitarian organizations, the legal arena and doing this work living on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Walton is passionate about systems and the people who function in them. She is a wife, a mother, a caregiver and a daughter of immigrants.
(301) 701-2262 View (301) 701-2262
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Alta Healthcare Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20859  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to find the right therapist who truly sees and hears you and can guide you through life's challenges? At Alta, we understand how daunting it can be to seek support, which is why we're dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive space where you can find the help you need. Our diverse team of clinicians, with unique backgrounds and experiences, are united in their commitment to helping you achieve your goals. Whether you're grappling with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, or chronic mental illness, we can offer you a helping hand on your journey to gradual symptom improvement, getting your life back
Are you struggling to find the right therapist who truly sees and hears you and can guide you through life's challenges? At Alta, we understand how daunting it can be to seek support, which is why we're dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive space where you can find the help you need. Our diverse team of clinicians, with unique backgrounds and experiences, are united in their commitment to helping you achieve your goals. Whether you're grappling with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, or chronic mental illness, we can offer you a helping hand on your journey to gradual symptom improvement, getting your life back
(240) 885-4076 View (240) 885-4076
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Maliha Malik
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854  (Online Only)
I work with Individuals, Couples and Families who can sometimes feel "stuck" not heard or unhappy. I believe that my clients are the experts and my goal is to guide them in understanding the "why," "how," and "what's next." I believe that even in our darkest times we all have strengths that can help us achieve the goals we want within our relationships with ourselves and the others in our life and my role in the therapeutic process is to guide you towards those strengths so together we can bring back into light they deserve. I like to go at my client(s) pace so to not push or create unattainable expectations.
I work with Individuals, Couples and Families who can sometimes feel "stuck" not heard or unhappy. I believe that my clients are the experts and my goal is to guide them in understanding the "why," "how," and "what's next." I believe that even in our darkest times we all have strengths that can help us achieve the goals we want within our relationships with ourselves and the others in our life and my role in the therapeutic process is to guide you towards those strengths so together we can bring back into light they deserve. I like to go at my client(s) pace so to not push or create unattainable expectations.
(301) 889-8958 View (301) 889-8958
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Alison Huang
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
You may hear about body spa, but have you heard about "mind spa"? I will change your perspective in therapy and you will find the therapy is not just talk about your problem. I am experienced in assisting clients to reach their self-realization and help them find peace of their minds again. Yes! That's why we called it's a "mind spa"! I am a person-centered therapist who use holistic approach as my goal is to empower and motivate clients. I draw a variety of modalities (CBT, mindfulness, and Ericksonian hypnosis) to meet clients' needs.
You may hear about body spa, but have you heard about "mind spa"? I will change your perspective in therapy and you will find the therapy is not just talk about your problem. I am experienced in assisting clients to reach their self-realization and help them find peace of their minds again. Yes! That's why we called it's a "mind spa"! I am a person-centered therapist who use holistic approach as my goal is to empower and motivate clients. I draw a variety of modalities (CBT, mindfulness, and Ericksonian hypnosis) to meet clients' needs.
(301) 327-2646 View (301) 327-2646
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Caryn Malkus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
As Ted Lasso says, "I promise you there is something worse out there than being sad, and that's being alone and being sad". Are you experiencing sadness, frustration, loneliness, and worry? Are you struggling with relationships? Are you caught in a negative self talk spiral? It's time to get some relief from these difficult issues and feelings. Sharing with me, I will undo your aloneness and help you gain the support and guidance you need. Whether you are an individual or couple, I can help you create new, healthy ways of interacting with your self and others so you get what you want out of life, emerging confident and connected!
As Ted Lasso says, "I promise you there is something worse out there than being sad, and that's being alone and being sad". Are you experiencing sadness, frustration, loneliness, and worry? Are you struggling with relationships? Are you caught in a negative self talk spiral? It's time to get some relief from these difficult issues and feelings. Sharing with me, I will undo your aloneness and help you gain the support and guidance you need. Whether you are an individual or couple, I can help you create new, healthy ways of interacting with your self and others so you get what you want out of life, emerging confident and connected!
(240) 949-6690 View (240) 949-6690
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