Self-Harming Therapists in Sandy Spring, MD

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Jacqueline Trombley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
I have over 12 years experience working with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and other relationship related challenges. I have a Level 1 and Level 2 trauma certificate from the Ferentz Institute and work with both childhood and adult trauma. I am also an Internal Family Systems Certified Therapist. Though trauma is my speciality, I have experience with a wide range of mental health issues. I have run several groups for adults and for teens in the Montgomery County school system. I offer video and in person sessions.
I have over 12 years experience working with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and other relationship related challenges. I have a Level 1 and Level 2 trauma certificate from the Ferentz Institute and work with both childhood and adult trauma. I am also an Internal Family Systems Certified Therapist. Though trauma is my speciality, I have experience with a wide range of mental health issues. I have run several groups for adults and for teens in the Montgomery County school system. I offer video and in person sessions.
(240) 348-6492 View (240) 348-6492
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Madalyn Carpenter
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sandy Spring, MD 20860  (Online Only)
Hi there! I am so proud of you for taking the first step in making your health a priority! I am a licensed therapist in the state of Maryland where I provide counseling to children, adolescents, and adults who are in need of support. I focus on helping individuals bring out the best in themselves. I am a caring and empathetic therapist who provides a safe space for my clients. I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Guilford College.
Hi there! I am so proud of you for taking the first step in making your health a priority! I am a licensed therapist in the state of Maryland where I provide counseling to children, adolescents, and adults who are in need of support. I focus on helping individuals bring out the best in themselves. I am a caring and empathetic therapist who provides a safe space for my clients. I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Guilford College.
(240) 512-1862 View (240) 512-1862
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Deborah Woodend Stenger
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Mental health therapy is my first love and I specialize in working with people with difficulty navigating personal hardships, adjusting to life circumstances, or chronic conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Mental health therapy is my first love and I specialize in working with people with difficulty navigating personal hardships, adjusting to life circumstances, or chronic conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
(240) 792-8188 View (240) 792-8188
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Deborah Irvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
I'm glad today is the day you are reaching out. I'm sorry you are struggling... you are not alone. Are you overwhelmed, suffering from anxiety, or depression; or need trauma recovery? I can help. Perhaps you are experiencing a significant loss, contemplating separation or divorce, or want to end the cycle of unsatisfying life choices. Are you in need parenting advice, or a parent struggling with current demands and personal fulfillment, or looking for support to take that daring next step? I can help. I provide a warm, supportive, therapeutic environment with years of proven success. It would be an honor to work with you.
I'm glad today is the day you are reaching out. I'm sorry you are struggling... you are not alone. Are you overwhelmed, suffering from anxiety, or depression; or need trauma recovery? I can help. Perhaps you are experiencing a significant loss, contemplating separation or divorce, or want to end the cycle of unsatisfying life choices. Are you in need parenting advice, or a parent struggling with current demands and personal fulfillment, or looking for support to take that daring next step? I can help. I provide a warm, supportive, therapeutic environment with years of proven success. It would be an honor to work with you.
(301) 812-4428 View (301) 812-4428
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Stephanie Junghans
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Welcome! Everyone has a unique story and I believe that therapy is a safe place to come and explore that story. My therapeutic style includes facets of CBT , and incorporates a variety of techniques based on my client's individual needs, including mindfulness, strength- based approaches, and play-therapy. Using active conversation and encouragement, my collaborative, client-centered approach helps my clients to gain a sense of their own individuality and uniqueness.
Welcome! Everyone has a unique story and I believe that therapy is a safe place to come and explore that story. My therapeutic style includes facets of CBT , and incorporates a variety of techniques based on my client's individual needs, including mindfulness, strength- based approaches, and play-therapy. Using active conversation and encouragement, my collaborative, client-centered approach helps my clients to gain a sense of their own individuality and uniqueness.
(240) 213-9195 View (240) 213-9195

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Leslie C Worley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
How many profiles have you read trying to find a therapist? I'm sure it's been too many. I'll make this quick - if you're suffering from self harm- including all types of cutting, bingeing, restriction, purging, etc, or OCD, you may be able to pause here. I use a very targeted approach that is highly effective if people do the work. If you're willing to do the sometimes painful work, I'm ready to be there with you, experiencing it, witnessing it, sitting in it with you. I come to session as myself, using humor and direct and relational communication.
How many profiles have you read trying to find a therapist? I'm sure it's been too many. I'll make this quick - if you're suffering from self harm- including all types of cutting, bingeing, restriction, purging, etc, or OCD, you may be able to pause here. I use a very targeted approach that is highly effective if people do the work. If you're willing to do the sometimes painful work, I'm ready to be there with you, experiencing it, witnessing it, sitting in it with you. I come to session as myself, using humor and direct and relational communication.
(667) 242-8672 View (667) 242-8672
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Betty McKay Bracht, LCPC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Nightmares, flashbacks, self-harming, or dissociation are all symptoms we can treat with these tools.
My clients seek assistance when they need to change something that's not working for them, to develop self-awareness, or to better understand their own potential. If you are sad or anxious, we will find ways to overcome those difficulties. If you want your future to look different, we will see where changes need to be made today. If something in your past keeps you from being successful now, then we will focus on resolving issues from your past.
Nightmares, flashbacks, self-harming, or dissociation are all symptoms we can treat with these tools.
My clients seek assistance when they need to change something that's not working for them, to develop self-awareness, or to better understand their own potential. If you are sad or anxious, we will find ways to overcome those difficulties. If you want your future to look different, we will see where changes need to be made today. If something in your past keeps you from being successful now, then we will focus on resolving issues from your past.
(301) 355-2257 View (301) 355-2257
Photo of Jason B Deitz, LGPC, NCC, Counselor
Jason B Deitz
Counselor, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
I am dedicated to utilizing my extensive experience and education to assist individuals and families in promoting growth and self-understanding in their mental health. My goal is to help manage day-to-day life challenges and navigate life transitions. These transitions—whether for older adults facing significant life changes, young adults moving from college into the workforce, or adolescents transitioning from high school to college—can be daunting and anxiety-inducing. They often bring feelings of being stuck, fears of the unknown, and issues related to separation from family and friends.
I am dedicated to utilizing my extensive experience and education to assist individuals and families in promoting growth and self-understanding in their mental health. My goal is to help manage day-to-day life challenges and navigate life transitions. These transitions—whether for older adults facing significant life changes, young adults moving from college into the workforce, or adolescents transitioning from high school to college—can be daunting and anxiety-inducing. They often bring feelings of being stuck, fears of the unknown, and issues related to separation from family and friends.
(301) 579-0450 View (301) 579-0450
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Wendy Ominsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I enjoy working with issues related to depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with teenagers and adults. I enjoy working with issues related to depression, anxiety, and trauma.
(240) 747-7125 View (240) 747-7125
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Kimberly Garrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy in Olney, Maryland. I specialize in depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce. I hold a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical concentration and specialization in families and children. I have 24 years of experience in the field of Social Work and have been in private practice in Olney for 20 years. I am currently only working with adult clients. I am a participating provider with many insurance companies. My office hours hours are 9-5 Monday-Friday. I look forward to working with you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy in Olney, Maryland. I specialize in depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce. I hold a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical concentration and specialization in families and children. I have 24 years of experience in the field of Social Work and have been in private practice in Olney for 20 years. I am currently only working with adult clients. I am a participating provider with many insurance companies. My office hours hours are 9-5 Monday-Friday. I look forward to working with you.
(240) 297-7517 View (240) 297-7517
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Rachel Bender
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
My goal is to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, inclusive, and client-centered treatment to help clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. I incorporate this framework by tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs.
My goal is to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, inclusive, and client-centered treatment to help clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. I incorporate this framework by tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs.
(301) 235-1465 View (301) 235-1465
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Gertrud Irmgard Classen-Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, Welcome to collaborative and solution based help to experience joy, success and purpose in your life. For over 25 years I have worked with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children in Maryland. My practice is culturally and ethnically diverse. I founded the group practice Classen-Miller & Associates which offers a full range of clinical approaches for all age groups with our licensed clinicians reflecting the full diversity of our community.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, Welcome to collaborative and solution based help to experience joy, success and purpose in your life. For over 25 years I have worked with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children in Maryland. My practice is culturally and ethnically diverse. I founded the group practice Classen-Miller & Associates which offers a full range of clinical approaches for all age groups with our licensed clinicians reflecting the full diversity of our community.
(301) 747-3565 View (301) 747-3565
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Katie Gibbons
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, DBT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
We all want to transition from surviving to thriving. I believe in your potential to thrive personally, socially, and professionally. Therapy will help you develop the tools and skills needed to handle life's stressful and challenging situations. This process focuses on self-empowerment and understanding to boost your confidence. You deserve a meaningful life of happiness, and I hope to help you on this journey.
We all want to transition from surviving to thriving. I believe in your potential to thrive personally, socially, and professionally. Therapy will help you develop the tools and skills needed to handle life's stressful and challenging situations. This process focuses on self-empowerment and understanding to boost your confidence. You deserve a meaningful life of happiness, and I hope to help you on this journey.
(443) 730-5753 View (443) 730-5753
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Wendy Gill
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Is your adolescent struggling with making good choices, experiencing anxiety, being bullied, or simply not thriving? When children enter school they may be exposed to new peer pressures, academic demands or uncertainty in their environment. Children tend to withdraw or demonstrate behavior changes when they are faced with challenges they don't know how to navigate. Parents often struggle with how to best support their child. This is where counseling for children, teens and college students can provide guidance in supporting a child's social, emotional and academic growth. Having a neutral adult relationship in their lives can help!
Is your adolescent struggling with making good choices, experiencing anxiety, being bullied, or simply not thriving? When children enter school they may be exposed to new peer pressures, academic demands or uncertainty in their environment. Children tend to withdraw or demonstrate behavior changes when they are faced with challenges they don't know how to navigate. Parents often struggle with how to best support their child. This is where counseling for children, teens and college students can provide guidance in supporting a child's social, emotional and academic growth. Having a neutral adult relationship in their lives can help!
(240) 873-2711 View (240) 873-2711
Photo of Maria Poulakis Johnsen - Maryland Therapy Collective, LCSW-C, CCTP, C-DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Maryland Therapy Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
Our mission at Maryland Therapy Collective is to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, inclusive, and client-centered treatment to help our clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. We incorporate this approach by tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs. We believe that our clients have the power to make the changes they want in their lives, and we are here to help guide and support them through that process.
Our mission at Maryland Therapy Collective is to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based, inclusive, and client-centered treatment to help our clients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. We incorporate this approach by tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs. We believe that our clients have the power to make the changes they want in their lives, and we are here to help guide and support them through that process.
(240) 376-5886 View (240) 376-5886
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Melba M Calderon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
I am currently accepting new clients and offering phone and video sessions for during the COVID crisis. Thank you for looking at my profile and for taking the next steps in your healing path. If you are someone who needs help adjusting to the new culture, experiencing depression or anxiety, immigration issues, struggling with life stages, parenting issues and is in need of someone that will be non-judgment and will have positive regard, then call me to start your new journey. I provide services in Spanish as well. I am currently temporary closed; I have a waiting list , as space opens up I will call people in the list.
I am currently accepting new clients and offering phone and video sessions for during the COVID crisis. Thank you for looking at my profile and for taking the next steps in your healing path. If you are someone who needs help adjusting to the new culture, experiencing depression or anxiety, immigration issues, struggling with life stages, parenting issues and is in need of someone that will be non-judgment and will have positive regard, then call me to start your new journey. I provide services in Spanish as well. I am currently temporary closed; I have a waiting list , as space opens up I will call people in the list.
(301) 709-7081 View (301) 709-7081
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Merrill Groff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
Acknowledging a need for help is often the hardest step to recovery. If you need a safe space to process difficult emotions or hard transitions in your life, therapy can be a great stepping stone!
Acknowledging a need for help is often the hardest step to recovery. If you need a safe space to process difficult emotions or hard transitions in your life, therapy can be a great stepping stone!
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Kate C. Hankins
LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
I work with adolescents (16+) and adults using a variety of approaches and techniques, specializing in grief, mood disorders, and life transitions. I also support people in their struggles with relationships, jobs, and general well being.
I work with adolescents (16+) and adults using a variety of approaches and techniques, specializing in grief, mood disorders, and life transitions. I also support people in their struggles with relationships, jobs, and general well being.
(240) 249-8363 View (240) 249-8363
Photo of Susan Fertig, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Fertig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
****Now Accepting New Clients**** Welcome! Life can become overwhelming sometimes, and it is often hard to know where to turn or what steps to take to help find balance. My goal is to create a safe environment where we can partner and collaborate in order to address life’s stressors and challenges head on! Whether you are seeking therapy due to anxiety, depression, relationship troubles, grief, trauma, or if you need support while navigating stressful life events, it can be important to find the right provider to work with.
****Now Accepting New Clients**** Welcome! Life can become overwhelming sometimes, and it is often hard to know where to turn or what steps to take to help find balance. My goal is to create a safe environment where we can partner and collaborate in order to address life’s stressors and challenges head on! Whether you are seeking therapy due to anxiety, depression, relationship troubles, grief, trauma, or if you need support while navigating stressful life events, it can be important to find the right provider to work with.
(301) 383-8547 View (301) 383-8547
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Phuong Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Brookeville, MD 20833
I try to make the process of starting therapy as straight forward and welcoming as possible. My approach is to get to know you by creating an atmosphere where you can speak freely about your life. Everybody has frustrations, doubts, aches, unpredictable circumstances, and a desire for growth and connection. Without proper attention, these difficulties can sometimes develop into depression, anxiety, and destructive behaviors. I believe in the importance of enduring relationships, meaningful work, balance, creativity, and taking good care of yourself. I am available for consultations, individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and referrals to family therapy and psychiatric care.
I try to make the process of starting therapy as straight forward and welcoming as possible. My approach is to get to know you by creating an atmosphere where you can speak freely about your life. Everybody has frustrations, doubts, aches, unpredictable circumstances, and a desire for growth and connection. Without proper attention, these difficulties can sometimes develop into depression, anxiety, and destructive behaviors. I believe in the importance of enduring relationships, meaningful work, balance, creativity, and taking good care of yourself. I am available for consultations, individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, and referrals to family therapy and psychiatric care.
(240) 743-3523 View (240) 743-3523

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Self-Harming Therapists

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.