UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

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Alec Peer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904  (Online Only)
I have 10+ years of experience helping people with trauma, anxiety, substance use issues, and relationship challenges. I take a trauma-informed approach by focusing on the way past experiences cause problems in the present. I use a combination of open discussion and focused goal-setting to help those I work with achieve mental wellness. I use EMDR Therapy to help resolve past problems that lead to overwhelming emotions and reduce persistent negative feelings about yourself. I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients learn mindfulness skills and relationship skills to enjoy more of life.
I have 10+ years of experience helping people with trauma, anxiety, substance use issues, and relationship challenges. I take a trauma-informed approach by focusing on the way past experiences cause problems in the present. I use a combination of open discussion and focused goal-setting to help those I work with achieve mental wellness. I use EMDR Therapy to help resolve past problems that lead to overwhelming emotions and reduce persistent negative feelings about yourself. I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients learn mindfulness skills and relationship skills to enjoy more of life.
(866) 738-3081 View (866) 738-3081
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Misty Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Life is really hard sometimes. I can imagine that you are here because you are ready to get rid of the barriers standing in the way of you being your best self. Maybe you have found yourself in a funk that feels hard to get out of or have lost motivation to do things you once enjoyed. It may be that you feel you can't get out of your head or overwhelmed by everything going on in your life or in the world. Maybe you feel isolated or misunderstood. Perhaps you feel scattered or are having trouble focusing on what's important. I am glad you are here, and I believe I can help.
Life is really hard sometimes. I can imagine that you are here because you are ready to get rid of the barriers standing in the way of you being your best self. Maybe you have found yourself in a funk that feels hard to get out of or have lost motivation to do things you once enjoyed. It may be that you feel you can't get out of your head or overwhelmed by everything going on in your life or in the world. Maybe you feel isolated or misunderstood. Perhaps you feel scattered or are having trouble focusing on what's important. I am glad you are here, and I believe I can help.
(301) 761-4182 View (301) 761-4182
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Chris Haugen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, EdM
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20905
It's hard to know how to choose a counselor. I'm happy to meet for an hour or two at no charge to help you find someone. I believe that one's thinking and beliefs are important, but certainly there is an emotional component that is key as well. I find that people feel a lot better when they feel their lives are moving forward. I am best at trauma, anxiety, and panic. I enjoy working with couples, singles who are dating, and people struggling with fatigue. I have much experience with fire service personnel, and some experience with military. I am best with traumas that occurred as an adult.
It's hard to know how to choose a counselor. I'm happy to meet for an hour or two at no charge to help you find someone. I believe that one's thinking and beliefs are important, but certainly there is an emotional component that is key as well. I find that people feel a lot better when they feel their lives are moving forward. I am best at trauma, anxiety, and panic. I enjoy working with couples, singles who are dating, and people struggling with fatigue. I have much experience with fire service personnel, and some experience with military. I am best with traumas that occurred as an adult.
(301) 591-6512 View (301) 591-6512
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Joal Ann Bennett (-Stenzel)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20901  (Online Only)
Pain is an unavoidable and a necessary part of life. But suffering -- especially prolonged, "punishing" suffering -- is not. So many people seeking therapy suffer from anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and self-sabotaging behaviors. We use defenses to avoid our emotions. Ironically emotions aren't the SOURCE of pain but in fact are there to HELP us HEAL from the painful losses, hurts and challenges of life. You don't come to therapy to talk about your week. You come for relief from your suffering, for a chance to work through and find meaning in your pain and, just as with a broken bone, heal stronger and better!
Pain is an unavoidable and a necessary part of life. But suffering -- especially prolonged, "punishing" suffering -- is not. So many people seeking therapy suffer from anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and self-sabotaging behaviors. We use defenses to avoid our emotions. Ironically emotions aren't the SOURCE of pain but in fact are there to HELP us HEAL from the painful losses, hurts and challenges of life. You don't come to therapy to talk about your week. You come for relief from your suffering, for a chance to work through and find meaning in your pain and, just as with a broken bone, heal stronger and better!
(301) 844-6023 View (301) 844-6023
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Jennifer Purnell-Joe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, etc. Learning distress tolerance skills is a way to improve the quality of life and allows for a person to be empowered. I specialize in CBT, DBT, PCT, and various other therapeutic modalities.
I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, etc. Learning distress tolerance skills is a way to improve the quality of life and allows for a person to be empowered. I specialize in CBT, DBT, PCT, and various other therapeutic modalities.
(240) 366-2273 View (240) 366-2273
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Ayushi Tibrewala
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Are you struggling with a big change in your life? Do you feel like you can't bring your authentic self into the world? Do you feel stressed, disconnected, or ashamed? Then you've come to the right place! We'll collaborate on a plan to build skills and generate insight so that you can foster authentic connections with yourself and others. I work with individuals adults.
Are you struggling with a big change in your life? Do you feel like you can't bring your authentic self into the world? Do you feel stressed, disconnected, or ashamed? Then you've come to the right place! We'll collaborate on a plan to build skills and generate insight so that you can foster authentic connections with yourself and others. I work with individuals adults.
(240) 377-0042 View (240) 377-0042
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Tonya Frazier
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Yes. I am accepting new clients for the following areas: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Adjustment issues/Life transitions, Attachment and Relationship Issues. For clients seeking to process trauma, please contact me about EMDR trauma treatment sessions. Please note: There may be a three-week waiting list for EMDR sessions.
Yes. I am accepting new clients for the following areas: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Adjustment issues/Life transitions, Attachment and Relationship Issues. For clients seeking to process trauma, please contact me about EMDR trauma treatment sessions. Please note: There may be a three-week waiting list for EMDR sessions.
(443) 291-7688 View (443) 291-7688
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Erica Werfel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
I'm a warm, engaging therapist who will start from where you are at, and help you to reach your goals. I have over a decade of experience working with all ages, from preschoolers through adults, in a variety of settings. I work with a number of different issues, with extensive specialized training in several different treatment modalities.
I'm a warm, engaging therapist who will start from where you are at, and help you to reach your goals. I have over a decade of experience working with all ages, from preschoolers through adults, in a variety of settings. I work with a number of different issues, with extensive specialized training in several different treatment modalities.
(571) 620-5110 View (571) 620-5110
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Phranci Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Oftentimes, when people seek therapy, they’re looking for a place where they can feel fully seen and understood, without needing to explain the unique layers of their experience. You may feel disconnected and overwhelmed. You might also be struggling with self-esteem, complex family dynamics, or carrying unprocessed trauma. In our work together, I strive to create a safe and culturally responsive space where you can openly explore these challenges and gain clarity around who you are and the life you want to live.
Oftentimes, when people seek therapy, they’re looking for a place where they can feel fully seen and understood, without needing to explain the unique layers of their experience. You may feel disconnected and overwhelmed. You might also be struggling with self-esteem, complex family dynamics, or carrying unprocessed trauma. In our work together, I strive to create a safe and culturally responsive space where you can openly explore these challenges and gain clarity around who you are and the life you want to live.
(240) 802-7316 View (240) 802-7316
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Barbara Frame Logan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
Emotional growth is a lifelong process. Sometimes we get weighed down by old scripts or events that have left emotional scars. I draw on 40 years of accumulated wisdom from clinical practice to help patients navigate life's challenges, including grief, life transitions, parenthood, and challenging family-of-origin issues. A practical, interactive therapist, I bring humor, compassion and a good analytic skill set to my work. I'm trained in relaxation techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and structural family therapy. I have extensive experience working with clients of all ages.
Emotional growth is a lifelong process. Sometimes we get weighed down by old scripts or events that have left emotional scars. I draw on 40 years of accumulated wisdom from clinical practice to help patients navigate life's challenges, including grief, life transitions, parenthood, and challenging family-of-origin issues. A practical, interactive therapist, I bring humor, compassion and a good analytic skill set to my work. I'm trained in relaxation techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, and structural family therapy. I have extensive experience working with clients of all ages.
(301) 396-7359 View (301) 396-7359
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Healing Harmony Health & Wellness with Shana LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
Trauma shatters your world and the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Finding your wellness requires having a therapist who understands your needs. We specialize in working with trauma and its related disorders. We bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for our clients. With children, we use play therapy and emotional regulation tools to facilitate and increase the child's wellness. For adolescents and adults, we create a warm self-honoring environment that increases in their ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, relationships, anxieties, and fears.
Trauma shatters your world and the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Finding your wellness requires having a therapist who understands your needs. We specialize in working with trauma and its related disorders. We bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for our clients. With children, we use play therapy and emotional regulation tools to facilitate and increase the child's wellness. For adolescents and adults, we create a warm self-honoring environment that increases in their ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, relationships, anxieties, and fears.
(240) 453-4828 View (240) 453-4828
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Shakena Mabry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
I am originally from New York born and raised. I relocated to Maryland in 2012. I attended Lehman College in the Bronx where I obtained my bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Elementary Education in 2003 while being a member of the track and field team, specializing in the 400-meter dash. I graduated from Fordham University in 2009 with a master's degree in Social Work with a specialization in Gerontology.
I am originally from New York born and raised. I relocated to Maryland in 2012. I attended Lehman College in the Bronx where I obtained my bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Elementary Education in 2003 while being a member of the track and field team, specializing in the 400-meter dash. I graduated from Fordham University in 2009 with a master's degree in Social Work with a specialization in Gerontology.
(301) 719-2489 View (301) 719-2489
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Judith Upshaw
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
Dr. Judith (Judy) Ann Upshaw is a licensed substance use therapist who specializes in the treatment of substance and behavioral abuse disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma. She practices individual, group, family, and couples therapists. Dr. Upshaw received a M. Ed. in Psycho-educational Processes from Temple University, and a Ed. D. in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. She takes an active person-centered approach to therapy and makes room for personal exploration, questioning, and collaborative problem solving.
Dr. Judith (Judy) Ann Upshaw is a licensed substance use therapist who specializes in the treatment of substance and behavioral abuse disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma. She practices individual, group, family, and couples therapists. Dr. Upshaw received a M. Ed. in Psycho-educational Processes from Temple University, and a Ed. D. in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. She takes an active person-centered approach to therapy and makes room for personal exploration, questioning, and collaborative problem solving.
(301) 830-4373 View (301) 830-4373
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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 .
(240) 448-6829 View (240) 448-6829
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Dawit Tatek Yaszi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MAC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904  (Online Only)
A Licensed psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work and Master Addiction Counselor with a total of14 years of experience with adult population challenged with mental health and Substance dependence. Every day-to-day life pulls us in many directions, and sometimes when we feel overwhelmed lose focus. You may have tried to deal with your problems and your way may not be enough and unable to deal with them on your own. Let's work together to develop a more effective plan so you can achieve your life goals.
A Licensed psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work and Master Addiction Counselor with a total of14 years of experience with adult population challenged with mental health and Substance dependence. Every day-to-day life pulls us in many directions, and sometimes when we feel overwhelmed lose focus. You may have tried to deal with your problems and your way may not be enough and unable to deal with them on your own. Let's work together to develop a more effective plan so you can achieve your life goals.
(301) 701-4901 View (301) 701-4901
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Dr. Alexis Exum
Psychologist, PhD, PSYPACT
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Dr. Alexis Exum. I am a clinical psychologist and the founder of Clarity Rose Mental Health and Wellness Center, PLLC. I see patients ages 13 to 25 years old. I received my doctoral degree from the University of Kansas. I did my internship (residency) and fellowship at Children’s National Hospital (CNH) in Washington, DC. I specialize in adolescent and young adult assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for eating and weight disorders, trauma, and mood-related disorders among primarily racial and ethnic minority, transgender, and sexual minorities. I also do ADHD full psychiatric evaluations.
My name is Dr. Alexis Exum. I am a clinical psychologist and the founder of Clarity Rose Mental Health and Wellness Center, PLLC. I see patients ages 13 to 25 years old. I received my doctoral degree from the University of Kansas. I did my internship (residency) and fellowship at Children’s National Hospital (CNH) in Washington, DC. I specialize in adolescent and young adult assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for eating and weight disorders, trauma, and mood-related disorders among primarily racial and ethnic minority, transgender, and sexual minorities. I also do ADHD full psychiatric evaluations.
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Intrapersonal Commitment to Wellness, LLC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Mark believes that individuals are uniquely gifted with a purpose to seek self-actualization and contentment to optimize intrapersonal wellness. He attributes the complexities of humanity to have enabled him to implement or utilize an eclectic approach to counseling. A therapeutic process is a safe place for individuals to learn more about themselves, mental health awareness, and spiritual connection. As noted within the inner-person, counseling requires a commitment to address cognitive and emotional deficits to seek wellness to promote a healthy balanced lifestyle.
Mark believes that individuals are uniquely gifted with a purpose to seek self-actualization and contentment to optimize intrapersonal wellness. He attributes the complexities of humanity to have enabled him to implement or utilize an eclectic approach to counseling. A therapeutic process is a safe place for individuals to learn more about themselves, mental health awareness, and spiritual connection. As noted within the inner-person, counseling requires a commitment to address cognitive and emotional deficits to seek wellness to promote a healthy balanced lifestyle.
(301) 494-8853 View (301) 494-8853
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Rashid Jalloh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20904
In our first session clients can expect to meet a warm, open and non-judgmental person on the other side that will listen to their expectations and give an honest assessment of whether I am best positioned to partner with them in their journey to manage, cope and find solutions.
In our first session clients can expect to meet a warm, open and non-judgmental person on the other side that will listen to their expectations and give an honest assessment of whether I am best positioned to partner with them in their journey to manage, cope and find solutions.
(301) 250-1409 View (301) 250-1409
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Crystal Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910  (Online Only)
I am a proud alumni of Fisk University and Howard University. It was at Howard University that I obtained my Master's in Social Work. I began my career working with treatment foster youth providing individual and family therapy at a non-profit organization. After dedication and hard work I was promoted to Project Director and began to engage in recruitment in training. After, I conducted risk assessments for Baltimore County Department of Social Services in their Adult Protective Services Unit. Lastly, I transitioned into the medical field working in discharge planning at MedStar Union Memorial and then University of Maryland in the
I am a proud alumni of Fisk University and Howard University. It was at Howard University that I obtained my Master's in Social Work. I began my career working with treatment foster youth providing individual and family therapy at a non-profit organization. After dedication and hard work I was promoted to Project Director and began to engage in recruitment in training. After, I conducted risk assessments for Baltimore County Department of Social Services in their Adult Protective Services Unit. Lastly, I transitioned into the medical field working in discharge planning at MedStar Union Memorial and then University of Maryland in the
(240) 563-9003 View (240) 563-9003
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James Chia
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Are you ready to find joy and connection? Are you struggling to tap into your resilience? Then you've come to the right place! My passion lies in helping individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in assisting adults facing mood and anxiety disorders, grief, relationship struggles, and exploring identity. Originally from Singapore, I offer a safe, collaborative space, using trauma-informed approaches tailored to your cultural needs. Let's embark on a journey together as you navigate life's challenges.
Are you ready to find joy and connection? Are you struggling to tap into your resilience? Then you've come to the right place! My passion lies in helping individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in assisting adults facing mood and anxiety disorders, grief, relationship struggles, and exploring identity. Originally from Singapore, I offer a safe, collaborative space, using trauma-informed approaches tailored to your cultural needs. Let's embark on a journey together as you navigate life's challenges.
(240) 887-1909 View (240) 887-1909
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