Therapists in Rockville, MD

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. IN-PERSON AVAILABLE. Just as each individual is unique, I see treatment as unique as well, meaning no single therapy approach can claim to be the solution to every individual that walks through my door. For as unique as you are, together we can make sense of your concerns, work towards your goals, and the quality of life you want and deserve.

As a clinical social worker with more than 40 years experience, I provide individual psychotherapy, with an approach that is pragmatic, positive, practical and eclectic, using tools and techniques from CBT and DBT Approaches, such as Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and supportive approaches.

Thank you for stopping here - My work is focused on those whose lives are impacted by medical situations and the caregivers of loved ones that face life-altering or chronic illness. I help my clients gently explore the stress they are facing and find better ways of coping with the changes that their bodies and lives go through. Together we explore the trauma of chronic or life threatening illness, honoring the deep desires, exposing the fears and finding the courage to make self affirming choices. Through the healing relationship my clients learn to navigate the process of self-discovery and self-acceptance.

All things are possible! When feeling distressed you need someone who can objectively lead you through the obstacles that keep you stuck in a life of fear or hopelessness. My role is to provide the therapeutic skills to help you understand and resolve your problems and achieve optimal mental health and joy. I specialize in trauma, unresolved relational issues, mood, anxiety and obsessive disorders as well as recovery issues.

I provide queer affirming therapy for adult individuals and couples who are wanting to explore their identity, sexuality or navigate relationships.  In our sessions I utilize attachment and trauma-based techniques to work through your concerns, create a better relationship with your body and relationships, and explore your experiences around intimacy. While I work with a wide variety of identities, I specifically specialize in working with individuals on the asexual spectrum and couple who are navigating mixed orientation relationships.

Therapy can often be a serious and purposeful experience, but I believe it can also be the most fulfilling and rejuvenating part of your week. After all, how often are you able to hit the pause button in life and have a safe space to talk about your challenges, relationships, transitions, or just have a chance for self-discovery? We can work together to help make sense of yourself and the world around you and to find the motivation to make changes in your life.

My ideal client is an adult person of color (POC) experiencing anxiety and mild to moderate depression. They may face challenges such as the impact of racism & discrimination, issues related to identity & belonging, and stress from everyday life. They require culturally competent care & a therapist who understands and respects their cultural background and experiences. The primary goal is to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms, which are likely affecting multiple areas of their life in disruptive ways. Anxiety and depression can affect their ability to function at work, maintain relationships, and manage daily responsibilities.

Now accepting clients for virtual services in MD, VA, DC and PA. Compassion, authenticity, and empathy are the foundation of a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship. My primary clinical focus and expertise lie in the areas of eating disorders and trauma, with extensive training and experience working with clients who have experienced trauma stemming from childhood abuse, sexual trauma, and/or intimate partner/domestic violence. I particularly enjoying working with students, young adults, military members and their families, as well as athletes.

TELETHERAPY AND In-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS. My ideal client is someone who is seeking to understand her past, seeing how it impacts the present and deciding how to improve her future. I like to work with families and couples to improve communication. I have extensive experience in assessing and treating psychiatric issues with adolescents.

There will be challenges, unwanted moments, unexpected heartache, unforeseen difficulties, times when you have no other option but to face the chaos. Life will ask you to stand tall and grow even when you are tired, and in these moments of expansion, you will see-that you are more than a match for what scares you-you are stronger than you imagined (Yung Pueblo). As a trauma therapist, I am honored to be part of my clients' healing journey, witnessing their strength and resiliency. Whether you're grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, you've taken the courageous step to seek support.

Hello, my name is Michelle. I believe therapy is a time to examine internalized experiences that shape our perspectives and behaviors. Engaging in introspective work together can challenge us to reframe maladaptive thoughts. I aim to assist clients with managing emotional dysregulation and symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma in a safe, nonjudgmental space. I hope to foster growth and strengthen coping skills during difficult transitional points in a person’s life.

I specialize in integrative psychotherapy for a broad spectrum of individuals who experience anxiety, depression, and life changing events that cause emotional discomfort, fear, or mourning. My goal is to educate and empower my clients to take charge of their lives. I believe that human nature is at its best when people chose to view themselves positively, therefore I work together with clients as they recognize their emotions, and how these emotions arise in response to certain life events.

My office feels welcoming, non-judgemental, and confidential. You will have time to express your feelings and thoughts about your situation. I am actively working with you in each session to understand and resolve your problems. I encourage you to take this opportunity to discover new aspects of yourself, better ways of relating to others, and greater satisfaction in life. Individual counseling will help you to understand and change feelings and behaviors that have caused you to suffer and feel disatisfied with life. Couples counseling will help you resolve your relationship problems and conflicts while also discovering the positives in yourself and your partner.

* NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR THERAPY AND NEUROFEEDBACK TRAINING * I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who helps adults, couples, and teenagers address a variety of mental health concerns, including: anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and difficulties related to life's everyday challenges. I am also board-certified with the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA), and can combine neurofeedback training with psychotherapy sessions to help clients conceptualize and address their treatment goals from an emotional, behavioral, and neurological science-based perspective.

We believe treatment should provide lasting benefits, lasting well beyond your time in therapy. As such, we believe successful therapy comes from fully understanding your goals and challenges. Your therapist can work with you to develop tangible skills, insight, and focused changes that can support you through a lifetime of positive growth and healing. We have expertise in helping individuals, couples, and families across the life-span address depression, anxiety, severe stress, PTSD, and prolonged grief. In addition, individual therapy can assist you in dealing with intimacy problems, relational concerns, anger issues, and poor-self esteem. We offer cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused treatment, and insight-oriented relational therapy depending on your needs and desires. Following an initial assessment with your therapist, you will help develop a treatment plan based on your goals

Hello. My name is Theodora Adedeji, and I am the Founder and CEO of Integrated Wellness Haven. I am a licensed therapist in the State of Maryland and DC and we explore different modalities that fit each individual. It is not a "One size fits all." Treatment focuses on client centered solution-focused and behavior modification techniques. My area of specialization is in Adjustment D/O, anxiety, depression, work life balance, behavioral concerns, stress management, mood disorders, relational, interpersonal, and social conflicts.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience in working with people of all ages going through difficult times. I work with adults, 20 and older. My group, individual,and couples therapy sessions provide an arena for acceptance and an opportunity to work through problems. Do you struggle with work stress, depression, anxiety, negative thoughts, anger, lonely feelings, low self esteem, conflicts with others, past memories, shame, confusion or lack of concentration, hopelessness?. Let us meet and sort out the situation you can not cope with on your own. It is weakness, not strength that binds us together.

I work particularly well with clients seeking personal insight and invested in change. I additionally work well with ADHD and LGBTQ+ clients. I see individual clients as well as couples.

Currently on vacation through late August - will respond to messages after I return! It's normal to be going through a hard time. But if you haven’t yet discovered what helps you manage your unique stressors, relationships, and boundaries, then life likely feels so much harder than it needs to. If you're feeling stuck, having an outside perspective can help you see different paths through a difficult terrain. Whether your troubles stem from internal or external issues, I know that by creating a warm and reflective space where we explore your worries, challenges, and motivations, you can find places of relief and even joy.