Therapists in Takoma Park, MD
Lincoln Pratt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Every person is on a journey of self-creation. With all the demands of our modern world, occasionally this thread of self-creation can be buried under the necessities of our practical lives. What is your purpose? How do you live a life of fulfillment and contentment? What behaviors, emotions, and thoughts are holding you back from who you want to be? Through a collaborative, strength-based, and judgment-free therapeutic relationship, it is my goal to assist individuals and couples in uncovering or creating answers to these questions.
Every person is on a journey of self-creation. With all the demands of our modern world, occasionally this thread of self-creation can be buried under the necessities of our practical lives. What is your purpose? How do you live a life of fulfillment and contentment? What behaviors, emotions, and thoughts are holding you back from who you want to be? Through a collaborative, strength-based, and judgment-free therapeutic relationship, it is my goal to assist individuals and couples in uncovering or creating answers to these questions.
Catherine Bernard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Individuals can get stuck and couples often bicker over seemingly small stuff. The easy solutions don't work. Why? In many cases, those petty problems are tethered to larger meanings for the individuals. The real solutions need to address these deeper issues.
I provide a place where individuals and couples can safely explore and clarify -- what's really going on here? With both individuals and couples, I encourage people to look inward -- how am I contributing to this impasse? How is this related to my history? And importantly, what can we do about it now?
Individuals can get stuck and couples often bicker over seemingly small stuff. The easy solutions don't work. Why? In many cases, those petty problems are tethered to larger meanings for the individuals. The real solutions need to address these deeper issues.
I provide a place where individuals and couples can safely explore and clarify -- what's really going on here? With both individuals and couples, I encourage people to look inward -- how am I contributing to this impasse? How is this related to my history? And importantly, what can we do about it now?
Sania Tildon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
My work is built on the belief that people naturally want to heal and grow; sometimes we just need someone to help us channel those instincts for change. We need a space to hear our thoughts outside of our heads, a space to observe and examine our feelings and what we hold true about ourselves. You are the expert in your life, and the question I ask myself as a therapist is how can I provide a space and relationship that you can use for personal growth. Some of the most important values that I focus on bringing to that relationship are trust, openness, and curiosity.
My work is built on the belief that people naturally want to heal and grow; sometimes we just need someone to help us channel those instincts for change. We need a space to hear our thoughts outside of our heads, a space to observe and examine our feelings and what we hold true about ourselves. You are the expert in your life, and the question I ask myself as a therapist is how can I provide a space and relationship that you can use for personal growth. Some of the most important values that I focus on bringing to that relationship are trust, openness, and curiosity.
Welcome, I am a licensed therapist with extensive experience providing therapy services for the past 30 years. I have a dedicated interest in helping clients deal with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and other issues that oftentimes impact our ability to lead more fulfilling lives. Over the course of my career I've been able to help a wide range of clients make meaningful changes and develop greater insight into what are some of the underlying dynamics behind their challenges. I look forward to assisting you with achieving your goals and becoming more self-actualized on your unique life journey!
Welcome, I am a licensed therapist with extensive experience providing therapy services for the past 30 years. I have a dedicated interest in helping clients deal with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and other issues that oftentimes impact our ability to lead more fulfilling lives. Over the course of my career I've been able to help a wide range of clients make meaningful changes and develop greater insight into what are some of the underlying dynamics behind their challenges. I look forward to assisting you with achieving your goals and becoming more self-actualized on your unique life journey!
Feeling listened to with care, respect, and curiosity helps you gain clarity and self-understanding. Patients tell me they feel stronger and more confident through our work, and their relationships and careers often show the benefits. Together, we can examine and explore your life. We can untangle your strengths, conflicts and questions. We can identify things you keep doing even though they're not working for you. When we find issues interfering with your goals, passions, or relationships, we can work together toward change. More info at tppsych.com
Feeling listened to with care, respect, and curiosity helps you gain clarity and self-understanding. Patients tell me they feel stronger and more confident through our work, and their relationships and careers often show the benefits. Together, we can examine and explore your life. We can untangle your strengths, conflicts and questions. We can identify things you keep doing even though they're not working for you. When we find issues interfering with your goals, passions, or relationships, we can work together toward change. More info at tppsych.com
It is magical thinking to keep doing the same thing over and over and expect a different outcome. Often this is what we do in our relationships. Therapy is like pushing a pause button on what isn’t working well–a pause to examine the thought patterns and behaviors that may be keeping us from a more satisfying life. Therapy is a unique way to search for a kinder way to view yourself and to build on that to improve your relationships. This means I meet you where you are and we collaboratively map a path forward.
It is magical thinking to keep doing the same thing over and over and expect a different outcome. Often this is what we do in our relationships. Therapy is like pushing a pause button on what isn’t working well–a pause to examine the thought patterns and behaviors that may be keeping us from a more satisfying life. Therapy is a unique way to search for a kinder way to view yourself and to build on that to improve your relationships. This means I meet you where you are and we collaboratively map a path forward.
Candice Peggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Work stress, worries, sleep issues, emptiness, health challenges, grief and loss, parenting support, guilt and shame, career and life transitions. While painful or challenging, these experiences do not have to be permanent. My work emphasizes mind/body awareness to create health and healing. I've worked with clients who are completely new to therapy and those who have tried working with different therapists. Let's find your voice, build your unique strengths, connect with others (and your dreams), and make long-lasting changes.
Work stress, worries, sleep issues, emptiness, health challenges, grief and loss, parenting support, guilt and shame, career and life transitions. While painful or challenging, these experiences do not have to be permanent. My work emphasizes mind/body awareness to create health and healing. I've worked with clients who are completely new to therapy and those who have tried working with different therapists. Let's find your voice, build your unique strengths, connect with others (and your dreams), and make long-lasting changes.
Emily Pitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Therapy works best when there is a safe and supportive therapy relationship, where you can explore the issues that brought you into therapy in a nonjudgmental environment. I also know that many people come to therapy to make some changes. For this reason, I combine traditional talk therapy with skills-based methods that teach you specific ways to address your concerns. I will work with you to meet your goals while also helping you to understand yourself better, and to understand the patterns that might sometimes get you stuck.
Therapy works best when there is a safe and supportive therapy relationship, where you can explore the issues that brought you into therapy in a nonjudgmental environment. I also know that many people come to therapy to make some changes. For this reason, I combine traditional talk therapy with skills-based methods that teach you specific ways to address your concerns. I will work with you to meet your goals while also helping you to understand yourself better, and to understand the patterns that might sometimes get you stuck.
Krystyn Akers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
My ideal client does not need to have a clinical diagnosis or "have problems" to be in therapy. They DO need to value personal growth, building resilience, and feel ready to navigate life's challenges effectively. Whether it's finding peace, managing life changes, sorting out emotions, or improving executive functioning skills, I will provide a safe and supportive place to guide you. Through my efforts to establish therapeutic relationships in an honest and truthful way, I help build an environment where my clients feel safe and free to open themselves up to the processes involved in gaining insight and improved self-understanding.
My ideal client does not need to have a clinical diagnosis or "have problems" to be in therapy. They DO need to value personal growth, building resilience, and feel ready to navigate life's challenges effectively. Whether it's finding peace, managing life changes, sorting out emotions, or improving executive functioning skills, I will provide a safe and supportive place to guide you. Through my efforts to establish therapeutic relationships in an honest and truthful way, I help build an environment where my clients feel safe and free to open themselves up to the processes involved in gaining insight and improved self-understanding.
Have you hit a wall with talk therapy? Are you struggling to find hope for your mental health? 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; and people working through relationship problems, including those in open or non-monogamous relationships. (Current license in MD. Pending license applications in DC & VA.)
Have you hit a wall with talk therapy? Are you struggling to find hope for your mental health? 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; and people working through relationship problems, including those in open or non-monogamous relationships. (Current license in MD. Pending license applications in DC & VA.)
Tanya Lloyd
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to Child and Family Creative Counseling! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved clinical supervisor (ACS) dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of individuals and families. I use an eclectic approach in working with children, adolescents, and adults to address psychological and behavioral concerns while meeting their developmental needs.
Welcome to Child and Family Creative Counseling! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved clinical supervisor (ACS) dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of individuals and families. I use an eclectic approach in working with children, adolescents, and adults to address psychological and behavioral concerns while meeting their developmental needs.
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I am currently accepting clients for in-person and online therapy. I believe people enter psychotherapy because the ways they have been managing their pain are no longer working, they have become disconnected from their true sense of self, and no longer feel authentic. My goal is to help you to claim a deeper level of self-understanding, genuine intimacy with others, and a sense of purpose and agency in life. Change can be difficult, simply because we fear the unknown. A relationship with a therapist can provide a place of acceptance and safety from which to explore new ways of thinking and behaving.
I am currently accepting clients for in-person and online therapy. I believe people enter psychotherapy because the ways they have been managing their pain are no longer working, they have become disconnected from their true sense of self, and no longer feel authentic. My goal is to help you to claim a deeper level of self-understanding, genuine intimacy with others, and a sense of purpose and agency in life. Change can be difficult, simply because we fear the unknown. A relationship with a therapist can provide a place of acceptance and safety from which to explore new ways of thinking and behaving.
Anna Ehrlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
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.
My adult and adolescent clients make rapid progress and love working with me because I use a combination of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), warmth, and humor. I focus on solutions, not just problems, and am very successful at helping clients with anxiety and depression. Since I'm also a school counselor, I am highly skilled with young adults that have academic, executive functioning, and social/relationship issues. I check in frequently with all my clients to make sure I am meeting their needs and expectations. After all, therapy is an important investment. I want people to get their money's worth!
My adult and adolescent clients make rapid progress and love working with me because I use a combination of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), warmth, and humor. I focus on solutions, not just problems, and am very successful at helping clients with anxiety and depression. Since I'm also a school counselor, I am highly skilled with young adults that have academic, executive functioning, and social/relationship issues. I check in frequently with all my clients to make sure I am meeting their needs and expectations. After all, therapy is an important investment. I want people to get their money's worth!
Better State of Mind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, BCN
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Integrated Mental Wellness is an approach combining traditional approaches to mental health such as talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, medications with other modalities that together more comprehensively support wellbeing. Wellness has many domains including relationships/community, health/diet/physical activity, creativity, meaning/spirituality. This approach addresses a whole person as a unique individual attempting to deal in their own ways with their challenges.
Integrated Mental Wellness is an approach combining traditional approaches to mental health such as talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, medications with other modalities that together more comprehensively support wellbeing. Wellness has many domains including relationships/community, health/diet/physical activity, creativity, meaning/spirituality. This approach addresses a whole person as a unique individual attempting to deal in their own ways with their challenges.
Wellspring Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
Chris Peckham, LCPC, NCC has been working with teens and young adults for over 14 years. Prior to founding Wellspring Psychotherapy, Mr. Peckham worked with older teens and young adults in a variety of settings including summer camps, wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding schools and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). He has served in the roles of Mentor, Therapist, Clinical Director, Executive Director and program Founder.
Chris Peckham, LCPC, NCC has been working with teens and young adults for over 14 years. Prior to founding Wellspring Psychotherapy, Mr. Peckham worked with older teens and young adults in a variety of settings including summer camps, wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding schools and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). He has served in the roles of Mentor, Therapist, Clinical Director, Executive Director and program Founder.
Shoshana Pearlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912
My goal is to provide you with a safe space to heal from painful life experiences and help you move towards your goals. I work with adults ages 18+ struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, life transitions, chronic health conditions, and relational challenges. As a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, I use a warm, empathic and person-centered approach. I will help you access your strengths, develop effective strategies for coping with distress, and identify manageable steps to achieve your desired outcomes.
My goal is to provide you with a safe space to heal from painful life experiences and help you move towards your goals. I work with adults ages 18+ struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, life transitions, chronic health conditions, and relational challenges. As a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, I use a warm, empathic and person-centered approach. I will help you access your strengths, develop effective strategies for coping with distress, and identify manageable steps to achieve your desired outcomes.
David Christy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
I have a relationship-driven approach to helping clients live happier, more fulfilling lives. I rely mainly on psychodynamic, humanistic and existential perspectives. I have experience helping clients process grief, loss and trauma; strengthen relationships; set boundaries; and achieve general life satisfaction. I work primarily with adult individuals, couples and groups. My work with couples is informed by training in the Gottman Method and Imago. For couples in which one partner is leaning out, considering divorce but not completely sure it's the best path, I offer Discernment Counseling.
I have a relationship-driven approach to helping clients live happier, more fulfilling lives. I rely mainly on psychodynamic, humanistic and existential perspectives. I have experience helping clients process grief, loss and trauma; strengthen relationships; set boundaries; and achieve general life satisfaction. I work primarily with adult individuals, couples and groups. My work with couples is informed by training in the Gottman Method and Imago. For couples in which one partner is leaning out, considering divorce but not completely sure it's the best path, I offer Discernment Counseling.
You may be looking for more calm in your own life, or for your family and loved ones. You, your child, your family, and/or your partner may be in search of a supportive and non-judgmental space to help work through difficult feelings and relationships. We live in an area and a time of great stress and anxiety, and it can be extremely helpful to work through these stresses with the support and expertise of a caring professional.
You may be looking for more calm in your own life, or for your family and loved ones. You, your child, your family, and/or your partner may be in search of a supportive and non-judgmental space to help work through difficult feelings and relationships. We live in an area and a time of great stress and anxiety, and it can be extremely helpful to work through these stresses with the support and expertise of a caring professional.
Marina Kerlow
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LGMFT
Verified Verified
Takoma Park, MD 20912 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in old patterns and confusion? I can help you break old cycles that no longer serve you and develop more productive and healthier ways of being - whether that's individually or as a family. I provide therapy for improving relationships, healing from trauma, and exploring identity. I draw from my background working in research on child development and family resilience, evidence-based practices, my clinical expertise, and own lived experiences.
Are you feeling stuck in old patterns and confusion? I can help you break old cycles that no longer serve you and develop more productive and healthier ways of being - whether that's individually or as a family. I provide therapy for improving relationships, healing from trauma, and exploring identity. I draw from my background working in research on child development and family resilience, evidence-based practices, my clinical expertise, and own lived experiences.
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Number of Therapists in Takoma Park, MD
100+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Takoma Park, MD who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 63% | Coping Skills |
| 61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 71% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 68% | CareFirst |
| 52% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Takoma Park, MD see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 72% | Female | |
| 26% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |