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Tina Lightner-Morris
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DMin, MS, LCPC, NBCC, IAYT-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20853  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Thank You. We will design a healing journey that is uniquely yours! Specializing in trauma resolution and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. Working together considering all factors of mind, body, and spirit. Honoring chronic illness; reviewing your spiritual life or lack of; what you eat or don't; your thoughts and what you are afraid to think; how you move or are unable to move; what you vision for your-Self and what gets in the way. Acknowledging the great mystery of suffering and how to find meaning. Exploring your resiliency and your innate capacity to heal - seeking your strengths and what brings joy and happiness!
Thank You. We will design a healing journey that is uniquely yours! Specializing in trauma resolution and spiritually integrated psychotherapy. Working together considering all factors of mind, body, and spirit. Honoring chronic illness; reviewing your spiritual life or lack of; what you eat or don't; your thoughts and what you are afraid to think; how you move or are unable to move; what you vision for your-Self and what gets in the way. Acknowledging the great mystery of suffering and how to find meaning. Exploring your resiliency and your innate capacity to heal - seeking your strengths and what brings joy and happiness!
(301) 637-0477 View (301) 637-0477
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Emma Mattingly
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
My clinical focus includes supporting clients to explore, understand, identify and apply mental strategies to help manage immigrant and/or identity stress, transitions, overwhelm, pressure etc. My expertise also includes grief, depression, anxiety, trauma mood disorders, ADHD and more. I have developed exceptional skills for working with trauma, identity, school and career issues, grief and loss, as well as emotional and behavioral issues. I use CBT, person-centered, strength-based, culturally sensitive and solution-focused therapeutic frameworks.
My clinical focus includes supporting clients to explore, understand, identify and apply mental strategies to help manage immigrant and/or identity stress, transitions, overwhelm, pressure etc. My expertise also includes grief, depression, anxiety, trauma mood disorders, ADHD and more. I have developed exceptional skills for working with trauma, identity, school and career issues, grief and loss, as well as emotional and behavioral issues. I use CBT, person-centered, strength-based, culturally sensitive and solution-focused therapeutic frameworks.
(202) 946-2250 View (202) 946-2250
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Mirshelle Edwards
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
My clients are looking develop insight and gain skills to manage anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-worth, adulthood, ADHD, immigrant and cultural identity, mood disorders, experiences, school/work stress, relationships, socializing and difficult transitions. We'll explore the effects of relational dynamics, early life experiences, thought and behavior patterns, culture and identity, transitions and family of origin. We'll identify triggers, understand how the past affects and informs the present, improve ability to regulate, and uncover patterns/trauma that impact you and implement new cognitive and behavior patterns.
My clients are looking develop insight and gain skills to manage anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-worth, adulthood, ADHD, immigrant and cultural identity, mood disorders, experiences, school/work stress, relationships, socializing and difficult transitions. We'll explore the effects of relational dynamics, early life experiences, thought and behavior patterns, culture and identity, transitions and family of origin. We'll identify triggers, understand how the past affects and informs the present, improve ability to regulate, and uncover patterns/trauma that impact you and implement new cognitive and behavior patterns.
(240) 384-3113 View (240) 384-3113
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Peter Simon Walsh
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20849  (Online Only)
I work with create space for BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ (diverse) clients to process their experiences and identify ways to advocate for themselves and manage the impact of their experiences. We'll identify cognitive, emotional and behavioral patterns and your strengths as we work to alleviate or eliminate sex or intimacy related challenges, identity related distress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, pressure or overwhelm, discrimination or privilege, shame, transitions, self-esteem and more. We'll work to manage or reduce the adverse impact relationships and experiences on current cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning.
I work with create space for BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQ+ (diverse) clients to process their experiences and identify ways to advocate for themselves and manage the impact of their experiences. We'll identify cognitive, emotional and behavioral patterns and your strengths as we work to alleviate or eliminate sex or intimacy related challenges, identity related distress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, pressure or overwhelm, discrimination or privilege, shame, transitions, self-esteem and more. We'll work to manage or reduce the adverse impact relationships and experiences on current cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning.
(202) 519-8350 View (202) 519-8350
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Natalia Schuermann
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
English and Russian speaking couples and individuals with diverse identity backgrounds work with me to process guilt related to caretaking; explore the reasons for certain behavior patterns; enhance communication; increase mood regulation; navigate career or relationship changes; explore identity; navigate marital challenges; and gain skills for anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, addiction. We'll process and address cognitive, emotional and behavioral patterns that affect functioning and relationships. I work from a culturally competent stance, acknowledge the whole person and create a space that honors identity and intersectionality.
English and Russian speaking couples and individuals with diverse identity backgrounds work with me to process guilt related to caretaking; explore the reasons for certain behavior patterns; enhance communication; increase mood regulation; navigate career or relationship changes; explore identity; navigate marital challenges; and gain skills for anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, addiction. We'll process and address cognitive, emotional and behavioral patterns that affect functioning and relationships. I work from a culturally competent stance, acknowledge the whole person and create a space that honors identity and intersectionality.
(301) 234-8720 View (301) 234-8720
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Natalia Schuermann
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
Russian and/or English speaking individuals and couples work with me to gain insight and address thought, behavior, relationship and mood patterns that affect their mental health. We explore, identify and implement coping strategies to improve or manage conflict, impulsivity, self-esteem, shame, grief, transitions, infidelity, anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity challenges, misaligned values and more. You'll develop skills to identify feelings; communicate effectively; manage conflict; reframe irrational thoughts; regulate emotions; change or leverage behaviors; increase distress tolerance; improve interpersonal skills and more.
Russian and/or English speaking individuals and couples work with me to gain insight and address thought, behavior, relationship and mood patterns that affect their mental health. We explore, identify and implement coping strategies to improve or manage conflict, impulsivity, self-esteem, shame, grief, transitions, infidelity, anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity challenges, misaligned values and more. You'll develop skills to identify feelings; communicate effectively; manage conflict; reframe irrational thoughts; regulate emotions; change or leverage behaviors; increase distress tolerance; improve interpersonal skills and more.
(240) 222-5326 View (240) 222-5326
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Carrie Cornwell
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
Increased ability to regulate emotions; emotional resilience; improved ability to identify and manage trigger; reduction in irrational thoughts; decrease in the frequency, duration and intensity of symptoms are some of my clients' treatment outcomes. I use CBT, DBT, Solution Focused and Trauma Focused therapies, reframing, mindfulness, validating statements, reflection of feeling and meaning and active listening. We'll explore and resolve the impact of the past current moods, thoughts, relationships, responses/reactions and more; moving you from making unintentional decisions to making more conscious and fulfilling choices.
Increased ability to regulate emotions; emotional resilience; improved ability to identify and manage trigger; reduction in irrational thoughts; decrease in the frequency, duration and intensity of symptoms are some of my clients' treatment outcomes. I use CBT, DBT, Solution Focused and Trauma Focused therapies, reframing, mindfulness, validating statements, reflection of feeling and meaning and active listening. We'll explore and resolve the impact of the past current moods, thoughts, relationships, responses/reactions and more; moving you from making unintentional decisions to making more conscious and fulfilling choices.
(240) 202-3925 View (240) 202-3925

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Kristen Ashley El Yaouti
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20874  (Online Only)
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I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of trauma. I'm particularly passionate about working with adults processing childhood physical, sexual, emotional and mental abuse and neglect. My approach often focuses on what it means to give gratitude to all the ways our bodies and minds have learned to manage our trauma and keep us alive, while examining the cost of maintaining these habits and strategies into a safer present and future.
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Rachel Ama Kwadu
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
Maternal and reproductive health, shame, grief, avoidance, sadness, overwhelm, flashbacks, relationship issues, transitions, worry, career work stress, sadness, immigrant identities, self-doubt and trauma are my expertise. We'll process the psychological stress caused by interactions with people, places and systems that are demeaning, hostile, dismissive and insensitive. My clients are able to improve or better manage distress tolerance; communication and relationships; ​assertiveness and autonomy; address family-of-origin challenges; life transitions; trauma and more. I diagnose and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD and more.
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Tampa Therapy and Wellness - Dr Marzullo-Dove Team
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816
Specialized in Couples, Young Adults, Adults, and Trauma. You'd never imagine that life could be this difficult. You are either "adulting" or in a relationship. Stressors are accumulating and you are not doing so well. Maybe it's anxiety or you're feeling down. Perhaps you or your partner are not happy with each other or with the relationship. Either way, it is time to get help from the best therapist you can find. Singles and couples that come to Tampa Therapy & Wellness leave with a lot of tools that make their lives better, reduce stress, and form better relationships. It's your time now. Call us. (Portugues tambem)
Specialized in Couples, Young Adults, Adults, and Trauma. You'd never imagine that life could be this difficult. You are either "adulting" or in a relationship. Stressors are accumulating and you are not doing so well. Maybe it's anxiety or you're feeling down. Perhaps you or your partner are not happy with each other or with the relationship. Either way, it is time to get help from the best therapist you can find. Singles and couples that come to Tampa Therapy & Wellness leave with a lot of tools that make their lives better, reduce stress, and form better relationships. It's your time now. Call us. (Portugues tambem)
(813) 519-3443 View (813) 519-3443
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Barb Adika
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
We conduct mental health assessments to aid individuals in acquiring accommodations for school, procedures, tests or work. To be eligible for some procedures or accommodations, employees, patients, testers and students must document their mental health in formal letter which summarises assessments and diagnosis. Our letters include specific diagnostic information, including test scores, mental status exams and measurements, assessment of symptom validity, and/or detailed medical information. Assessment may take 2-3 sessions depending on the amount of information needed to satisfy the criteria for the desired accommodation.
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(240) 438-4129 View (240) 438-4129
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Varghese Joseph
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ERYT300
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with attention and focus? Feeling low energy and have you lost interest in activities that you used to enjoy? Do you feel like something is happening within you that is holding you back from being your true self? Is this affecting your relationship with your family, friends or career? Do you feel like you can’t continue like this anymore and want to change? Yes, the change will happen. You made the right decision to seek help. In these difficult situations the best choice is to find a person who is trained in helping and who can establish a professional relationship with you to help.
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(410) 936-4242 View (410) 936-4242
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Jaime Engrum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
We'll identify and implement skills to decrease, eliminate or manage anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parenting, identity, transitions, roles and responsibilities, relationship, rumination and more. I work with clients to process their experiences, manage their reactions, understand and change behaviors, explore their thoughts, leverage their skills and strengths, resolve internal and relationship conflicts and gain coping skills for mental health disorders. I use trauma sensitive, solution focused, multicultural, mindfulness, relational and motivational approaches to support clients.
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Safiyya Abdul Bari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
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Lucy Rose Freshour
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGPC
Verified Verified
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Verified Verified
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Sadia Aurna
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Verified Verified
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Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
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Simran Puri
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878  (Online Only)
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Muslim Therapists

Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?

A culturally sensitive therapist will be respectful of faith, race, sexual orientation, gender, age, disabilities, or anything that is relevant to an individual’s reasons for seeking therapy. This mental health practitioner will therefore be able to recognize the role of faith in a client’s life, and they can appreciate the cultural values and beliefs of others. Cultural sensitivity on the part of the therapist may enhance the possibility of a strong therapeutic bond, even if the clinician does not have an extensive understanding of a client’s background before therapy begins.

How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Muslim clients?

It is best to ask directly whether a therapist has worked with Muslim clients, and if so, the extent to which cultural or religious principles factored into their work together. You can also ask whether a therapist who is familiar with Islamic practices, values, and beliefs incorporates them into their professional work, and if so, how. If the therapist does not have a sufficient knowledge base, they may well know and can refer you to someone who has such experience.

What if the therapist does not have my exact background?

It is not necessary for a therapist to share one’s exact religious background for therapy to be successful. A qualified and culturally sensitive therapist will appreciate diversity within the Muslim community as well as diversity overall, and will have a sense of how religious and cultural issues can contribute to mental health. In addition, a good therapist would be willing to learn from their clients.

How do I recognize an effective Muslim therapist?

Like all therapists, a Muslim therapist who is effective will have the requisite training and expertise in evidence-based techniques, as well as the ability to connect with you on a personal level. An effective Muslim therapist may also demonstrate a clear understanding of your cultural background and faith. A therapist with such cultural sensitivity will set the stage for a strong therapeutic alliance.

Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of the Muslim faith?

The directory of Muslim therapists includes mental health providers who have shared their cultural background in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist with a similar background. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. When the number of therapists identified as Muslim is limited, the directory will also show therapists with extensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.