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Stephen Clarke
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
My approach joins the wisdom and skillful means of Buddhist and Western Psychology.
We all suffer, but most suffering is not necessary. We develop habits to cope with suffering, but then find we are stuck repeating patterns that no longer serve us. Creating a safe, stable, and trusting environment, we can non-judgementally perceive where we are stuck and have the courage to let go of unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We are then able to grow in new ways that allow for gentleness, peace, and joy.
My approach joins the wisdom and skillful means of Buddhist and Western Psychology.
We all suffer, but most suffering is not necessary. We develop habits to cope with suffering, but then find we are stuck repeating patterns that no longer serve us. Creating a safe, stable, and trusting environment, we can non-judgementally perceive where we are stuck and have the courage to let go of unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We are then able to grow in new ways that allow for gentleness, peace, and joy.
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Samuel W Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Samuel Cooper (he/him/they) is a Licensed Master Social Worker, meditation teacher, and yogi. He practices from a trauma-sensitive foundation of pancultural spirituality and eclectic theory, and believes that therapy must be creative, fluid, and collaborative in order to meet the unique and changing needs of each client. No matter how big or small the issues we face, no matter how deep or wide the questions we ask, he believes that each of us contains the power to move towards insight, growth, authenticity, and healing. Sam’s work is ultimately dedicated to the flourishing of all beings.
Samuel Cooper (he/him/they) is a Licensed Master Social Worker, meditation teacher, and yogi. He practices from a trauma-sensitive foundation of pancultural spirituality and eclectic theory, and believes that therapy must be creative, fluid, and collaborative in order to meet the unique and changing needs of each client. No matter how big or small the issues we face, no matter how deep or wide the questions we ask, he believes that each of us contains the power to move towards insight, growth, authenticity, and healing. Sam’s work is ultimately dedicated to the flourishing of all beings.
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Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
Has sex started to feel like a chore? Maybe you've tried discussing it and have been to individual or couples counseling but still feel stuck. I specialize in helping people in committed relationships to get unstuck and get back to feeling close and passionate again. Along the way we build some amazing sexual communication skills and get a clear sense of turn-ons and turn-offs so you can initiate like a pro. Whether you have low libido, sex addiction, erectile dysfunction or trauma around sexuality, I can offer support and guidance
Has sex started to feel like a chore? Maybe you've tried discussing it and have been to individual or couples counseling but still feel stuck. I specialize in helping people in committed relationships to get unstuck and get back to feeling close and passionate again. Along the way we build some amazing sexual communication skills and get a clear sense of turn-ons and turn-offs so you can initiate like a pro. Whether you have low libido, sex addiction, erectile dysfunction or trauma around sexuality, I can offer support and guidance
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I am a somatic experiencing practitioner and clinical sexologist committed to diversity and accessibility and offer a holistic therapeutic approach targeted to fit client needs. I am dedicated to trust-building and co-creation and enjoy worksheets/ post-session exercises that reinforce and assist integration. I enjoy working with clients with traditionally limited access to care. I also appreciate curiosity for self-awareness and commitment to growth.
I am a somatic experiencing practitioner and clinical sexologist committed to diversity and accessibility and offer a holistic therapeutic approach targeted to fit client needs. I am dedicated to trust-building and co-creation and enjoy worksheets/ post-session exercises that reinforce and assist integration. I enjoy working with clients with traditionally limited access to care. I also appreciate curiosity for self-awareness and commitment to growth.
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Poole Counseling Group LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
You care deeply for your family, but the ongoing stress, the sleepless nights, and the emotional ups and downs are wearing you thin. It's not just about dealing with tantrums or navigating teen drama; it's the weight of knowing that your well-being directly impacts your family's happiness. You're not just looking for a quick fix; you're looking for a lasting change.You want a harmonious home where everyone feels heard, understood, and supported. Your aim is to foster positive behavior in your children, improve communication within your family, and to develop healthy coping mechanisms for stress and emotional challenges.
You care deeply for your family, but the ongoing stress, the sleepless nights, and the emotional ups and downs are wearing you thin. It's not just about dealing with tantrums or navigating teen drama; it's the weight of knowing that your well-being directly impacts your family's happiness. You're not just looking for a quick fix; you're looking for a lasting change.You want a harmonious home where everyone feels heard, understood, and supported. Your aim is to foster positive behavior in your children, improve communication within your family, and to develop healthy coping mechanisms for stress and emotional challenges.
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Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
Has sex started to feel like a chore or a stressor rather than something that connects you? Maybe you've tried talking about it and have even gone to individual or couples counseling, but it hasn't really moved the needle. That's where I come in! I will listen to you, but I will also challenge you to make real changes and get out of your comfort zone. My gift is putting people at ease talking about a sensitive subject. I'll guide you on how to approach your sex and intimacy so that you get unstuck and back to feeling close and passionate. I specialize in helping committed couples get their sexy spark back through my Pathway to Passi
Has sex started to feel like a chore or a stressor rather than something that connects you? Maybe you've tried talking about it and have even gone to individual or couples counseling, but it hasn't really moved the needle. That's where I come in! I will listen to you, but I will also challenge you to make real changes and get out of your comfort zone. My gift is putting people at ease talking about a sensitive subject. I'll guide you on how to approach your sex and intimacy so that you get unstuck and back to feeling close and passionate. I specialize in helping committed couples get their sexy spark back through my Pathway to Passi
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Barbara Kistenmacher, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rising Sun, MD 21911
Waitlist for new clients
I have been practicing for over 20 years and have a strong expertise in relationships (couple's therapy, dating, infidelity, relationship conflict, divorce, etc.). I also specialize in anxiety, trauma, addictions and working with high-achieving individuals. My approach involves helping clients develop insight about why they are finding themselves "stuck," while also teaching useful skills that facilitate behavior change; both are crucial for lasting change to occur. Insight provides understanding and self-compassion. Skills help us function better in our day-to-day lives. My approach is empathic, collaborative and practical.
I have been practicing for over 20 years and have a strong expertise in relationships (couple's therapy, dating, infidelity, relationship conflict, divorce, etc.). I also specialize in anxiety, trauma, addictions and working with high-achieving individuals. My approach involves helping clients develop insight about why they are finding themselves "stuck," while also teaching useful skills that facilitate behavior change; both are crucial for lasting change to occur. Insight provides understanding and self-compassion. Skills help us function better in our day-to-day lives. My approach is empathic, collaborative and practical.
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Tina Lightner-Morris
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DMin, MS, LCPC, NBCC, IAYT-C
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21702 (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!
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Harmony Holistic is an integrative wellness center which provides individuals, couples, and families with an environment focused on holistic health, community, and healing. Our mission is to create a healing environment that considers all aspects of a person’s well being. We strive to be inclusive and welcoming of all individuals regardless of their race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We try to live up to the promise that each person has within them something great.
Harmony Holistic is an integrative wellness center which provides individuals, couples, and families with an environment focused on holistic health, community, and healing. Our mission is to create a healing environment that considers all aspects of a person’s well being. We strive to be inclusive and welcoming of all individuals regardless of their race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We try to live up to the promise that each person has within them something great.
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Have past experiences made it painful to trust and accept the care you deserve? Have trauma, fear, and doubt prevented you from being the person you hope to be? The pain of feeling deeply misunderstood can be haunting. You are finally ready to feel some relief because, deep down, you know that you have so much more to offer the world. I want you to know that you are allowed to feel important and valuable– to have your authentic self welcomed and cherished. It's time to take a chance on yourself, test the waters, and become the person you want to be.
Have past experiences made it painful to trust and accept the care you deserve? Have trauma, fear, and doubt prevented you from being the person you hope to be? The pain of feeling deeply misunderstood can be haunting. You are finally ready to feel some relief because, deep down, you know that you have so much more to offer the world. I want you to know that you are allowed to feel important and valuable– to have your authentic self welcomed and cherished. It's time to take a chance on yourself, test the waters, and become the person you want to be.
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The Woolf Center | Therapy and Coaching
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
Availability for teens, couples, individuals, families. Real local therapists helping real people like you. Are you someone struggling with relationships? Are you a couple having a difficult time navigating various sources of tension? Are you struggling with parenting? Is your teen struggling and you are concerned? You have come to the right place. You can be yourself here, no judgement. We can help you get started and see results. Therapists licensed in DC, MD, VA, NC. Coaching Internationally (across state lines). Call/Text us now and get the help you need.
Availability for teens, couples, individuals, families. Real local therapists helping real people like you. Are you someone struggling with relationships? Are you a couple having a difficult time navigating various sources of tension? Are you struggling with parenting? Is your teen struggling and you are concerned? You have come to the right place. You can be yourself here, no judgement. We can help you get started and see results. Therapists licensed in DC, MD, VA, NC. Coaching Internationally (across state lines). Call/Text us now and get the help you need.
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Better State of Mind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, BCN
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Integrated Mental Wellness is an approach combining traditional approaches to mental health such as talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, medications with other modalities that together more comprehensively support wellbeing. Wellness has many domains including relationships/community, health/diet/physical activity, creativity, meaning/spirituality. This approach addresses a whole person as a unique individual attempting to deal in their own ways with their challenges.
Integrated Mental Wellness is an approach combining traditional approaches to mental health such as talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, medications with other modalities that together more comprehensively support wellbeing. Wellness has many domains including relationships/community, health/diet/physical activity, creativity, meaning/spirituality. This approach addresses a whole person as a unique individual attempting to deal in their own ways with their challenges.
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Buddhist Therapists
Is buddhism beneficial for mental health?
While Buddhism itself is not a treatment for mental health conditions, its practices can greatly enhance mental well-being by introducing coping skills and ideas that promote overall wellness. Key Buddhist practices, such as mindfulness, have been shown to alleviate symptoms of various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Moreover, Buddhism's focus on self-compassion, non-judgment, and acceptance can benefit individuals with particularly negative or self-critical thought patterns.
What are the concepts and principles of buddhism as a therapeutic approach?
Core Buddhist principles are often used in therapy to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. Concepts such as suffering (dukkha) and impermanence (anicca) are applied to help clients recognize that common forms of suffering, like repetitive negative thought patterns, can be accepted and viewed as impermanent. The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are additional core concepts utilized frequently in Buddhist therapy sessions. The Four Noble Truths highlight the existence of suffering as an inherent part of the human experience—an insight frequently used to move clients toward greater acceptance. The Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, and right mindfulness, offers practical skills to alleviate suffering.
What is the buddhist approach and practice during a therapy session?
Therapists informed by Buddhist principles often integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into therapy sessions to help clients cultivate greater acceptance, compassion, and non-judgment toward themselves and others. Typically, Buddhist therapists guide clients through mindfulness exercises, such as breathing exercises or body scans, and encourage them to practice similar exercises outside of sessions. Additionally, many Buddhist therapists utilize elements of Positive Psychology or Compassion-Focused Therapy, which can help reduce symptoms of self-criticism and shame common among clients with various mental health conditions. In general, Buddhist therapists strive to embody the compassion and non-judgmental approach they promote, often incorporating exercises aimed at developing compassion in session, such as loving-kindness meditation (Metta).
Is mindfulness the same as buddhism in the context of therapy?
While Buddhist therapists frequently integrate mindfulness practices into therapy sessions, the terms mindfulness and Buddhism are not synonymous in the context of therapy. Therapists may use mindfulness techniques, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), without identifying as a Buddhist therapist. In contrast, those practicing within a Buddhist belief framework typically encourage mindfulness therapies, in addition to foundational Buddhist beliefs, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These therapists may also guide clients toward a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy, unlike those who use Buddhist mindfulness principles without the broader spiritual context.