Self-Harming Therapists in Takoma Park, MD
Simone Jacobs - Takoma Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. Life can be overwhelming at times and it can feel as if you are not properly equipped to handle the difficulties you have to face. I believe that we all try to do the right thing, but sometimes old habits persist, unwanted feelings intrude, and we can feel like we are doing it all alone. If you choose to explore working with me, I hope to encourage your natural curiosity about your life, your relationships, and your current circumstances. I hope to encourage connections that lead you towards lasting change.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. Life can be overwhelming at times and it can feel as if you are not properly equipped to handle the difficulties you have to face. I believe that we all try to do the right thing, but sometimes old habits persist, unwanted feelings intrude, and we can feel like we are doing it all alone. If you choose to explore working with me, I hope to encourage your natural curiosity about your life, your relationships, and your current circumstances. I hope to encourage connections that lead you towards lasting change.
Anna Ehrlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
My name is Anna and as an LGBTQ+ identifying therapist, I understand the unique challenges faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community. My goal is to provide a safe and affirming space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, and to work collaboratively towards healing and personal growth.
My name is Anna and as an LGBTQ+ identifying therapist, I understand the unique challenges faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community. My goal is to provide a safe and affirming space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, and to work collaboratively towards healing and personal growth.
The warmth of genuine connection transcends the traditional therapist-client dynamic. As an experienced Mental Health Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist based in the DMV area with nearly a decade of dedicated practice, I offer a comprehensive range of competencies to support individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. My expertise spans the following areas: Anxiety and Stress Management, Depression and Emotional Regulation, Self-Criticism and Inner Conflict Resolution, Suicidal Ideation and Crisis Intervention, Codependency and Boundary Setting, and Creativity and Authentic Connection.
The warmth of genuine connection transcends the traditional therapist-client dynamic. As an experienced Mental Health Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist based in the DMV area with nearly a decade of dedicated practice, I offer a comprehensive range of competencies to support individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. My expertise spans the following areas: Anxiety and Stress Management, Depression and Emotional Regulation, Self-Criticism and Inner Conflict Resolution, Suicidal Ideation and Crisis Intervention, Codependency and Boundary Setting, and Creativity and Authentic Connection.
Have you hit a wall with talk therapy? Are you worried about the future? My name is Mikayla, and I've lived in and around DC for over 22 years. I provide holistic, integrative therapy - with and without ketamine - for people struggling with PTSD, suicidality, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. All are welcome here! I have experience working with people who struggle to fit in; people who use drugs; people in open, polyamorous, or non-traditional relationships; and people who are ready to make a change in their lives.
Have you hit a wall with talk therapy? Are you worried about the future? My name is Mikayla, and I've lived in and around DC for over 22 years. I provide holistic, integrative therapy - with and without ketamine - for people struggling with PTSD, suicidality, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. All are welcome here! I have experience working with people who struggle to fit in; people who use drugs; people in open, polyamorous, or non-traditional relationships; and people who are ready to make a change in their lives.
Jessica Rotem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
I have been honored to work with families, young children, and adults for nearly ten years. In my practice I lean on the tenets of trauma-informed practices, the neuroscience of connection, and attachment research. As a result of our work together, I have witnessed clients’ immense personal growth, improvements in social and family relationships, decreases in work issues, and a healthy integration of tools learned in therapy. I believe that through our work together, we can unearth the keys to you having more ease in your day-to-day and shift away from unhelpful patterns of thoughts and actions.
I have been honored to work with families, young children, and adults for nearly ten years. In my practice I lean on the tenets of trauma-informed practices, the neuroscience of connection, and attachment research. As a result of our work together, I have witnessed clients’ immense personal growth, improvements in social and family relationships, decreases in work issues, and a healthy integration of tools learned in therapy. I believe that through our work together, we can unearth the keys to you having more ease in your day-to-day and shift away from unhelpful patterns of thoughts and actions.
Chris Farley
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20901 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am Chris Farley, though not the former Saturday Night Live comedian famous for saying you could end up "living in a van down by the river." I still think I'm funny, but I'm actually a therapist trained in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) with 20+ years of experience working with adults, teens & families. In recent years, I have begun focusing more on using gaming and nerd culture to connect with and help clients feel accepted, developing Dungeons & Dragons Social Skills/Therapy Groups for adults and teens. If you are interested in learning more about how gaming can be used in therapy, give me a call or shoot me an email.
I am Chris Farley, though not the former Saturday Night Live comedian famous for saying you could end up "living in a van down by the river." I still think I'm funny, but I'm actually a therapist trained in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) with 20+ years of experience working with adults, teens & families. In recent years, I have begun focusing more on using gaming and nerd culture to connect with and help clients feel accepted, developing Dungeons & Dragons Social Skills/Therapy Groups for adults and teens. If you are interested in learning more about how gaming can be used in therapy, give me a call or shoot me an email.
Barbara L E Cristy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20901 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe the most important thing about therapy is empowering you so that you can make conscious choices about your life. My style is active and involved. Working collaboratively, I can help you define your goals and see what is causing your pain, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and problems in relationships. As a child, you learned ways of coping with your environment that were safe for you at the time. Those coping behaviors became habitual but, as an adult, no longer work for you and interfere with your happiness and your ability to function at your highest level.
I believe the most important thing about therapy is empowering you so that you can make conscious choices about your life. My style is active and involved. Working collaboratively, I can help you define your goals and see what is causing your pain, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and problems in relationships. As a child, you learned ways of coping with your environment that were safe for you at the time. Those coping behaviors became habitual but, as an adult, no longer work for you and interfere with your happiness and your ability to function at your highest level.
Phyllis Kaye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
I have been providing individual and couples therapy for 30 years. I have been told that my style is direct, compassionate and non-judgemental.
I have been providing individual and couples therapy for 30 years. I have been told that my style is direct, compassionate and non-judgemental.
Jon Mossberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Do you feel stuck? Trapped? Afraid to live your best life? We all feel emotions like grief, hopelessness, anger, anxiety, shame, aimlessness or isolation at some point - that's real life. But if how you deal with your feelings hurts more than it helps, then maybe it’s time to try something new. I work with adults and teens to explore why they’re stuck and what changes to make so they can break free. Therapy can provide new ways of thinking and new strategies to deal with stress. Change can be hard and scary. But if we do it right, you won't just feel better - you'll actually BE better. Imagine that!
Do you feel stuck? Trapped? Afraid to live your best life? We all feel emotions like grief, hopelessness, anger, anxiety, shame, aimlessness or isolation at some point - that's real life. But if how you deal with your feelings hurts more than it helps, then maybe it’s time to try something new. I work with adults and teens to explore why they’re stuck and what changes to make so they can break free. Therapy can provide new ways of thinking and new strategies to deal with stress. Change can be hard and scary. But if we do it right, you won't just feel better - you'll actually BE better. Imagine that!
As your therapist I will work carefully and thoughtfully to assist you in addressing the issues that have brought you pain, fear, uncertainty or self-doubt. The individuals I work with may have a history of trauma, challenging life circumstances or anxiety and depression. I create a safe and positive space to process emotions, receive support and develop new coping skills to become healthier, happier and at peace with yourself. Our relationship as therapist and client is the foundation to build upon as your strengthen your relationship with yourself and build stronger relationships throughout your life.
As your therapist I will work carefully and thoughtfully to assist you in addressing the issues that have brought you pain, fear, uncertainty or self-doubt. The individuals I work with may have a history of trauma, challenging life circumstances or anxiety and depression. I create a safe and positive space to process emotions, receive support and develop new coping skills to become healthier, happier and at peace with yourself. Our relationship as therapist and client is the foundation to build upon as your strengthen your relationship with yourself and build stronger relationships throughout your life.
Cathy Eisenhower
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20901
The key to successful therapy is a relationship with a caring, nonjudgmental therapist there to respond sensitively and patiently to whatever comes up. In my work, I offer that to my clients, as we collaborate in developing an understanding of your emotional states and how they drive your thoughts and actions. We’ll learn together what you need to strengthen and grow. My work with children and adolescents informs my understanding of development over the life span, and how those relationships and experiences that shape us are alive in the present moment.
The key to successful therapy is a relationship with a caring, nonjudgmental therapist there to respond sensitively and patiently to whatever comes up. In my work, I offer that to my clients, as we collaborate in developing an understanding of your emotional states and how they drive your thoughts and actions. We’ll learn together what you need to strengthen and grow. My work with children and adolescents informs my understanding of development over the life span, and how those relationships and experiences that shape us are alive in the present moment.
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Throughout my years of practice my work has been enriched by all the people I have supported to experience their capacity while navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Now more than ever, living in a COVID-19 pandemic, facing day to day challenges can feel even more overwhelming. I believe in each person’s competence and resilience, and I am confident that I can help clients to live life to the fullest with integrity, dignity and courage. I work with families, couples and individuals from diverse backgrounds. LGBTQIA clients are welcome.
Throughout my years of practice my work has been enriched by all the people I have supported to experience their capacity while navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Now more than ever, living in a COVID-19 pandemic, facing day to day challenges can feel even more overwhelming. I believe in each person’s competence and resilience, and I am confident that I can help clients to live life to the fullest with integrity, dignity and courage. I work with families, couples and individuals from diverse backgrounds. LGBTQIA clients are welcome.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, I love working with young adults, couples, and older adolescents. My goal is to create a space for you to feel seen, heard, and understood. I work hard to build meaningful connections with my clients to help promote change. I use a strength-based approach to help my clients better understand themselves and one another.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, I love working with young adults, couples, and older adolescents. My goal is to create a space for you to feel seen, heard, and understood. I work hard to build meaningful connections with my clients to help promote change. I use a strength-based approach to help my clients better understand themselves and one another.
Orly Jalowski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Not accepting new clients
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you're taking this first step to find someone who can guide you towards emotional health and wellbeing. I am a warm, engaging, and experienced licensed clinical professional counselor with over 10 years of experience in the field. I will listen, support, and challenge you so that you can experience the healthy changes in your life that you crave but are not yet sure how to attain.
Hello and welcome! I'm glad you're taking this first step to find someone who can guide you towards emotional health and wellbeing. I am a warm, engaging, and experienced licensed clinical professional counselor with over 10 years of experience in the field. I will listen, support, and challenge you so that you can experience the healthy changes in your life that you crave but are not yet sure how to attain.
Tracy Samuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Not accepting new clients
NOTE: I am not taking new clients at the moment.
NOTE: I am not taking new clients at the moment.
Richard Kim Davenport
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Down to earth, caring and optimistic, interactive, offering more than just a listening ear. Personal life experience and professional training combine to help me offer real-world treatment and support for depression, ADHD (and Bipolar), relationships, parenting (and fathering), loss and grief (including suicide), and life transitions. I love this work and connecting with young and old, and many of us in the middle. Note: Appointments are made online. I'll forward login info after we've connected and decide to more forward.
Down to earth, caring and optimistic, interactive, offering more than just a listening ear. Personal life experience and professional training combine to help me offer real-world treatment and support for depression, ADHD (and Bipolar), relationships, parenting (and fathering), loss and grief (including suicide), and life transitions. I love this work and connecting with young and old, and many of us in the middle. Note: Appointments are made online. I'll forward login info after we've connected and decide to more forward.
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I have helped many people with many problems, such as anxiety, stress, depression, grief, divorce, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, relationship difficulties, and family challenges.
Perhaps kindness, attentive listening, and collaboration are the most important elements I can bring to adults in my comfortable therapy room as we work individually. My goal as a therapist is to provide you with a respectful environment where you can talk through what is causing you difficulties in your life. Our conversations will focus on reducing the effects and burdens of the problems, so that you will feel more free to live a happier life that is better connected to your hopes, dreams, and aspirations for the future. I can also provide sessions to practice and develop mindfulness skills to battle stress and anxiety symptoms.
I have helped many people with many problems, such as anxiety, stress, depression, grief, divorce, suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviors, relationship difficulties, and family challenges.
Perhaps kindness, attentive listening, and collaboration are the most important elements I can bring to adults in my comfortable therapy room as we work individually. My goal as a therapist is to provide you with a respectful environment where you can talk through what is causing you difficulties in your life. Our conversations will focus on reducing the effects and burdens of the problems, so that you will feel more free to live a happier life that is better connected to your hopes, dreams, and aspirations for the future. I can also provide sessions to practice and develop mindfulness skills to battle stress and anxiety symptoms.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a form of psychotherapy often used to treat individuals who have difficulty regulating emotions, maintaining relationships and tolerating distress. Based on cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT combines evidence-based strategies from a number of supportive psychotherapies. DBT is a multifaceted approach to emotional regulation. Individuals don’t just build their personal skills but also gain a reliable support system. Individual and group therapy sessions help patients learn and apply their skills with the support of both mental health professionals and an empathetic community.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a form of psychotherapy often used to treat individuals who have difficulty regulating emotions, maintaining relationships and tolerating distress. Based on cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT combines evidence-based strategies from a number of supportive psychotherapies. DBT is a multifaceted approach to emotional regulation. Individuals don’t just build their personal skills but also gain a reliable support system. Individual and group therapy sessions help patients learn and apply their skills with the support of both mental health professionals and an empathetic community.
Restoration 1:99
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CDBT, NCC
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Seen. Heard. Treasured. Our specialty is helping survivors of complex trauma whether it is sexual, military, domestic violence, or bullying. Because we know that trauma lodges itself somewhere in the body, R1:99 offers sensorimotor and expressive therapies such as art, music, drama, and movement in addition to psychotherapy.
Seen. Heard. Treasured. Our specialty is helping survivors of complex trauma whether it is sexual, military, domestic violence, or bullying. Because we know that trauma lodges itself somewhere in the body, R1:99 offers sensorimotor and expressive therapies such as art, music, drama, and movement in addition to psychotherapy.
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children. We specialize in addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict and grief. Our greatest intention is to help clients understand themselves better and improve their quality of life and relationships. We cater our approach to each client, responding to their own unique problems and personality style. This is not a "one-size-fits-all" practice.
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children. We specialize in addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict and grief. Our greatest intention is to help clients understand themselves better and improve their quality of life and relationships. We cater our approach to each client, responding to their own unique problems and personality style. This is not a "one-size-fits-all" practice.
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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.