Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in Silver Spring, MD
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Yudi Benamou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
We often spend much of our lives navigating from one challenge to the next. It is due to these challenges that we question ourselves, strain our relationships, and inevitably feel lost and disconnected. Not only do we end up lost and disconnected from the world and others, but we often feel lost and disconnected from ourselves, as well.
We often spend much of our lives navigating from one challenge to the next. It is due to these challenges that we question ourselves, strain our relationships, and inevitably feel lost and disconnected. Not only do we end up lost and disconnected from the world and others, but we often feel lost and disconnected from ourselves, as well.
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Arega Gera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910 (Online Only)
My name is Arega Gera. I always work to strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or .
My name is Arega Gera. I always work to strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or .
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Dr. Correll is a dedicated behavior analyst specializing in applied developmental psychology, with an emphasis on supporting parents in their journey towards value-based parenting. With a wealth of experience and a passion for empowering parents, Dr. Correll offers invaluable guidance and strategies to help families create a harmonious and nurturing environment. As a behavior analyst, I firmly believe that parents play a crucial role in shaping their children's development. I understand the challenges that parents face in today's complex world and the importance of finding a parenting approach that aligns with their values.
Dr. Correll is a dedicated behavior analyst specializing in applied developmental psychology, with an emphasis on supporting parents in their journey towards value-based parenting. With a wealth of experience and a passion for empowering parents, Dr. Correll offers invaluable guidance and strategies to help families create a harmonious and nurturing environment. As a behavior analyst, I firmly believe that parents play a crucial role in shaping their children's development. I understand the challenges that parents face in today's complex world and the importance of finding a parenting approach that aligns with their values.
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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.
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IF YOU HAVE BEEN FEELING: Worried about future; Stressed about work; Discouraged and not motivated for life; Feeling I am not good enough; Feeling lost, loneliness, hopeless, and confused...WE WILL HELP YOU FEEL: Fulfilled life with purpose and joy; Ready for whatever life obstacles are ahead of you; Connected with the people who you are close to! You have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. We can help! Mindology is a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in treatment for Trauma, Substance Abuse and other mental/behavioral disorders, in order to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.
IF YOU HAVE BEEN FEELING: Worried about future; Stressed about work; Discouraged and not motivated for life; Feeling I am not good enough; Feeling lost, loneliness, hopeless, and confused...WE WILL HELP YOU FEEL: Fulfilled life with purpose and joy; Ready for whatever life obstacles are ahead of you; Connected with the people who you are close to! You have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. We can help! Mindology is a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in treatment for Trauma, Substance Abuse and other mental/behavioral disorders, in order to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.
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Rivka Sidorsky & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
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My practice is focused on supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life transitions. Together, we explore the roots of personal identity and consider tools to manage stressors of daily living. I work with clients to process life experiences using an eclectic therapeutic approach. I integrate framework from Internal Family Systems, Family System Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as tools from the Gottman Institute. Neuroscience and psychological theory paired with a strong client willingness to engage in therapy leads to the best outcomes.
My practice is focused on supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life transitions. Together, we explore the roots of personal identity and consider tools to manage stressors of daily living. I work with clients to process life experiences using an eclectic therapeutic approach. I integrate framework from Internal Family Systems, Family System Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as tools from the Gottman Institute. Neuroscience and psychological theory paired with a strong client willingness to engage in therapy leads to the best outcomes.
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My focus as an educational consultant includes collaboratively working with parents and schools to help address children's individual developmental and special needs, navigate special education, IEP problems, and advocate for evidence-based interventions. My approach is rooted in the belief that growth is possible for all children, informed by educational research and the experiences I gained as a teacher, special education consultant, and school psychologist.
My focus as an educational consultant includes collaboratively working with parents and schools to help address children's individual developmental and special needs, navigate special education, IEP problems, and advocate for evidence-based interventions. My approach is rooted in the belief that growth is possible for all children, informed by educational research and the experiences I gained as a teacher, special education consultant, and school psychologist.
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I work with young children, adolescents, and families who are struggling with behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, executive functioning, trauma, ADHD, social skills, and family transitions. I believe that forming a strong judgement-free partnership is the basis for positive change and that therapy, although challenging at times, should be engaging and fun. I also recognize that treatment is not a “cookie-cutter” solution and prioritize working together to determine what is best for each individual client.
I work with young children, adolescents, and families who are struggling with behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, executive functioning, trauma, ADHD, social skills, and family transitions. I believe that forming a strong judgement-free partnership is the basis for positive change and that therapy, although challenging at times, should be engaging and fun. I also recognize that treatment is not a “cookie-cutter” solution and prioritize working together to determine what is best for each individual client.
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Deitra Fant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , NCC , LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
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Healing is a Practice! Welcome. As an experianced Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, I am committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Now a Maryland Board Approved Supervisor, I am accepting supervisees with provisional G-LCPCs to become fully licensed in Maryland. In addition, I incorporate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in my work with families struggling with children and teens and their challenging behaviors. This includes conducting in-home function of behavior assessments, protocols, and interventions to decrease unwanted target behaviors.
Healing is a Practice! Welcome. As an experianced Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, I am committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Now a Maryland Board Approved Supervisor, I am accepting supervisees with provisional G-LCPCs to become fully licensed in Maryland. In addition, I incorporate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in my work with families struggling with children and teens and their challenging behaviors. This includes conducting in-home function of behavior assessments, protocols, and interventions to decrease unwanted target behaviors.
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Does your child have a diagnosis of autism? Are you looking for data driven yet warm and caring ABA services? Our goal is to meet your child where they are and create goals that matter to them. A focus on the family as a unit is important in the development of the child. A strong emphasis is placed on caregiver consultation while targeting goals for the child. Finding help that you trust is a necessary step in creating positive long term outcomes.
Does your child have a diagnosis of autism? Are you looking for data driven yet warm and caring ABA services? Our goal is to meet your child where they are and create goals that matter to them. A focus on the family as a unit is important in the development of the child. A strong emphasis is placed on caregiver consultation while targeting goals for the child. Finding help that you trust is a necessary step in creating positive long term outcomes.
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Joseph C Melendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
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Grief can be isolating. You might be scared to feel the gravity of a loss, afraid you will fall apart. The pain is unavoidable, however, the suffering can be reduced by learning healthy ways to cope and build meaning. In addition to grief work, I enjoy working with adults struggling with anxiety/OCD as well as postpartum concerns. Being a parent is both wonderful and brutal. You are trying to survive adjusting to a totally new way of life. It can be challenging, but you are not alone. I will help you strategize to most effectively utilize your support system and walk with you as you navigate this period.
Grief can be isolating. You might be scared to feel the gravity of a loss, afraid you will fall apart. The pain is unavoidable, however, the suffering can be reduced by learning healthy ways to cope and build meaning. In addition to grief work, I enjoy working with adults struggling with anxiety/OCD as well as postpartum concerns. Being a parent is both wonderful and brutal. You are trying to survive adjusting to a totally new way of life. It can be challenging, but you are not alone. I will help you strategize to most effectively utilize your support system and walk with you as you navigate this period.
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Taylor C Eury
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are motivated and open to exploring positives changes to bettering their lives. I have spent the past three years working with those who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Behavioral issues.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are motivated and open to exploring positives changes to bettering their lives. I have spent the past three years working with those who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Behavioral issues.
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Nana Daining Neuro Psychotherapist Supervisor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients" I am a Certified Trauma Specialist who treats both Single and Complex trauma. I also see clients with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Relationship issues, Grief and loss counseling, and adjustment related issues. I am Certified in Cognitive Behavioral , and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, and trained in Motivational Interviewing, Functional and Nutritional Medicine. My therapy style is Strength-based, Person-Centered, combining the above listed treatment modalities with psycho-education, and engagement. Creating a safe and healing environment for my clients.
Accepting New Clients" I am a Certified Trauma Specialist who treats both Single and Complex trauma. I also see clients with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Relationship issues, Grief and loss counseling, and adjustment related issues. I am Certified in Cognitive Behavioral , and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, and trained in Motivational Interviewing, Functional and Nutritional Medicine. My therapy style is Strength-based, Person-Centered, combining the above listed treatment modalities with psycho-education, and engagement. Creating a safe and healing environment for my clients.
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Toyosi Ajayi
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
This is for you! In life, we have various roles and responsibilities that stretch us thin. Therapy is the one safe space that is catered to you. We focus on the natural unique strengths and capabilities we all have to help you on your journey to healing. In your personalized sessions, we aim to be genuine while fostering a space of comfort, humor, empathy, and growth. While we embark on your journey we will prioritize progress, not perfection. As a therapist working for Yvonna Love and Associates, we have been trained in Strengths Perspective, Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, Multicultural Counseling, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
This is for you! In life, we have various roles and responsibilities that stretch us thin. Therapy is the one safe space that is catered to you. We focus on the natural unique strengths and capabilities we all have to help you on your journey to healing. In your personalized sessions, we aim to be genuine while fostering a space of comfort, humor, empathy, and growth. While we embark on your journey we will prioritize progress, not perfection. As a therapist working for Yvonna Love and Associates, we have been trained in Strengths Perspective, Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, Multicultural Counseling, and Trauma Informed Therapy.
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Andrew Dauler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Not accepting new clients
Whether you're currently feeling overwhelmed or striving to reach your full potential, I help guide people on their path to feeling truly satisfied. I help clarify the patterns that leave people feeling "stuck" and help to illuminate the way towards resolution. I work on empowering people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to become their best selves.
Whether you're currently feeling overwhelmed or striving to reach your full potential, I help guide people on their path to feeling truly satisfied. I help clarify the patterns that leave people feeling "stuck" and help to illuminate the way towards resolution. I work on empowering people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to become their best selves.
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Deitra Fant
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Potomac, MD 20854
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
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Tanya D. Vincent
Counselor, LCPC, EMDR, Gottman, MST
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20810 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Tanya Vincent and I would be honored to be your Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have over a decade of experience as a psychotherapist serving children, families, couples, athletes and individuals from all walks of life by providing various counseling techniques best suited for my clients. I believe in meeting clients where they are and using a collaborative style of counseling to uncover the root causes of their mental health needs. I customize treatments for each person/couple using techniques such as, but not limited to, motivational interviewing, strength-based and solution-focused counseling.
Hi, my name is Tanya Vincent and I would be honored to be your Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have over a decade of experience as a psychotherapist serving children, families, couples, athletes and individuals from all walks of life by providing various counseling techniques best suited for my clients. I believe in meeting clients where they are and using a collaborative style of counseling to uncover the root causes of their mental health needs. I customize treatments for each person/couple using techniques such as, but not limited to, motivational interviewing, strength-based and solution-focused counseling.
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Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists
Who is ABA therapy for?
ABA therapy is most widely applied to teach basic behavioral, communication, and social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders. It may also be used to help people undergoing rehabilitation following brain injury. It uses reward-based learning techniques to impart essential life skills. ABA is also used in the treatment of some other conditions. One is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) , to help children overcome difficulties with concentration and controlling impulsive behaviors. For people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, it is sometimes used to help them overcome compulsive behavior. ABA therapy is also sometimes used in cases of PTSD, to help people turn to positive behaviours when they have experiences that trigger distressing memories.
Why do people need ABA?
Children with autism and other developmental disorders need ABA therapy as a way to learn how to communicate and engage with others, improve their general ability to function and lead fulfilling lives, and diminish dangerous behaviors. The techniques used in ABA therapy are based on established principles of learning, and positive reinforcement—supplying earned rewards—is an important strategy for motivating positive behaviour change.
What happens in ABA therapy?
The first thing that happens in ABA therapy is an evaluation of the child in service of developing a treatment plan. The therapist meets with the child’s parent(s) in order to learn about the family and the child, assesses the child’s behavior and ability level, and then creates a plan tailored to the specific needs of that person. Once the treatment goals are established, the skills to be learned are broken down into small, component steps. Treatment sessions focus on learning and practicing each step, and furnishing meaningful rewards as steps are learned, behaviors are spontaneously implemented, and goals are accomplished. ABA therapists also train caregivers and families so that behavioral progress occurs beyond the clinical setting.
What problems does ABA therapy treat?
One of the primary goals of ABA therapy is to decrease the outbursts and other nonproductive behaviors of children with autism. At the same time, ABA aims to remedy language deficits and help such children learn how to communicate successfully. ABA therapy helps children learn age-appropriate social skills and gain skills, such as attention and focus, that are necessary for school.