Child Therapists in Upper Marlboro, MD

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Wellness Blooms Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience as a Clinical Social Worker, providing mental health services to individuals, children, and families by using Evidence-Based Treatment modalities.
Are you experiencing a major life transition or challenge? Are you having difficulty regulating your emotions and coping with various life stressors? As your therapist, I will help you develop goals and strategies to manage difficult feelings and frustrations, and increase your self-understanding and acceptance. I aim to provide a safe place to listen and understand my clients in an environment that is focused on healing with the use of supportive techniques. Through the use of Evidence-Based Practices) most closely aligned with your needs we will decrease stress/anxiety, improve mood, and increase focus and healthy habits.
I have extensive experience as a Clinical Social Worker, providing mental health services to individuals, children, and families by using Evidence-Based Treatment modalities.
Are you experiencing a major life transition or challenge? Are you having difficulty regulating your emotions and coping with various life stressors? As your therapist, I will help you develop goals and strategies to manage difficult feelings and frustrations, and increase your self-understanding and acceptance. I aim to provide a safe place to listen and understand my clients in an environment that is focused on healing with the use of supportive techniques. Through the use of Evidence-Based Practices) most closely aligned with your needs we will decrease stress/anxiety, improve mood, and increase focus and healthy habits.
(301) 205-5377 View (301) 205-5377
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Renee Neely
PsyD
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
In addition, to servicing children ages 3 to 10 by way of play therapy and other modalities.
Decades ago, many problems stopped kids from being successful in schools, making friends, and fulfilling their potential. Parents, you now have many resources to tap when you feel that something is not quite right with the way your child thinks, feels, or acts. Decisions about what to do when something seems wrong are critical - not only to the well-being of your child but also to their healthy development and successful transition to adulthood. So, if you have a child with a mental, emotional, or behavior problem, or think you might, please feel free to contact me.
In addition, to servicing children ages 3 to 10 by way of play therapy and other modalities.
Decades ago, many problems stopped kids from being successful in schools, making friends, and fulfilling their potential. Parents, you now have many resources to tap when you feel that something is not quite right with the way your child thinks, feels, or acts. Decisions about what to do when something seems wrong are critical - not only to the well-being of your child but also to their healthy development and successful transition to adulthood. So, if you have a child with a mental, emotional, or behavior problem, or think you might, please feel free to contact me.
(202) 681-0966 View (202) 681-0966
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Ashley Smith-Nonnarath
MS, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
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.
(301) 231-1740 View (301) 231-1740
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Tammie Hedgeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
As a parent, understanding your child’s behavior can be challenging. I help parents and kids communicate, identify triggers, and find the best ways to support your child’s growth in a meaningful way. And it's not just about understanding your child—teens and young adults also need space to express their complex emotions. I provide the guidance they need to better understand themselves and build stronger, healthier connections with their support systems.
As a parent, understanding your child’s behavior can be challenging. I help parents and kids communicate, identify triggers, and find the best ways to support your child’s growth in a meaningful way. And it's not just about understanding your child—teens and young adults also need space to express their complex emotions. I provide the guidance they need to better understand themselves and build stronger, healthier connections with their support systems.
(240) 222-5382 View (240) 222-5382
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Jermaine Boston (Graves)
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) serving children, adolescents, individuals, couples, college/graduate students, and LGBTQ clients. I have specialized in providing services to adolescents and their families for more than 25 years. I am licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have been practicing as a Mental Health Clinician for 14 years providing services in group homes, communities, educational, and private practice settings. At Peace of Mind Therapy, LLC, we offer services by other Licensed Professional Counselors or Licensed Social Workers that are Qualified, Capable, & Culturally Competent.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) serving children, adolescents, individuals, couples, college/graduate students, and LGBTQ clients. I have specialized in providing services to adolescents and their families for more than 25 years. I am licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have been practicing as a Mental Health Clinician for 14 years providing services in group homes, communities, educational, and private practice settings. At Peace of Mind Therapy, LLC, we offer services by other Licensed Professional Counselors or Licensed Social Workers that are Qualified, Capable, & Culturally Competent.
(240) 428-6710 View (240) 428-6710
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Denise Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LMFT, RPT-S, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Are you overwhelmed or confused about the next steps needed to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle? Does it seem as if no one understands or can relate to your experiences? If you answered yes to any of the questions, you are in the right place. I am an African Centered social worker with over 20 years of experience in helping children, families, adults, and couples. If you are curious about what healthy change could look like in your life, let's connect. You deserve to be happy. You deserve joy.
Are you overwhelmed or confused about the next steps needed to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle? Does it seem as if no one understands or can relate to your experiences? If you answered yes to any of the questions, you are in the right place. I am an African Centered social worker with over 20 years of experience in helping children, families, adults, and couples. If you are curious about what healthy change could look like in your life, let's connect. You deserve to be happy. You deserve joy.
(202) 838-5444 View (202) 838-5444
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The Pinnacle Center
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Mollie Thorn is a founding member of The Pinnacle Center, where she provides counseling and psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and couples. In addition to individual, marriage and family counseling, Mrs. Thorn has specialities in Parenting Skills training, conflict resolution, and couples & family communication. Mrs. Thorn focuses on helping individuals bring out the best in themselves and others. Clients find her experience and empathy to be reassuring and insightful. In the years before she and her husband, Dr. Phil Thorn, started a counseling practice together, Mrs. Thorn worked as a teacher, an elementary counselor, and a consultant on parent- child issues.
Mollie Thorn is a founding member of The Pinnacle Center, where she provides counseling and psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and couples. In addition to individual, marriage and family counseling, Mrs. Thorn has specialities in Parenting Skills training, conflict resolution, and couples & family communication. Mrs. Thorn focuses on helping individuals bring out the best in themselves and others. Clients find her experience and empathy to be reassuring and insightful. In the years before she and her husband, Dr. Phil Thorn, started a counseling practice together, Mrs. Thorn worked as a teacher, an elementary counselor, and a consultant on parent- child issues.
(301) 531-5611 View (301) 531-5611
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Denisha Johnson Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Denisha Hamilton is the owner of Journey to Wellness, a group practice that focuses on aiding clients of all ages in Virginia and Maryland towards living a healthier lifestyle. We offer in person and virtual therapy, as well as personal training to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, gender/sexuality issues, divorce, as well as a variety of other issues that impact children, teenagers, and adults. Our philosophy to therapy: “Life is a journey and any impact we can have on helping a person through that journey is an honor and a privilege. We aim to help people understand and accept themselves, and move towards the life they deserve”.
Denisha Hamilton is the owner of Journey to Wellness, a group practice that focuses on aiding clients of all ages in Virginia and Maryland towards living a healthier lifestyle. We offer in person and virtual therapy, as well as personal training to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, gender/sexuality issues, divorce, as well as a variety of other issues that impact children, teenagers, and adults. Our philosophy to therapy: “Life is a journey and any impact we can have on helping a person through that journey is an honor and a privilege. We aim to help people understand and accept themselves, and move towards the life they deserve”.
(571) 200-0754 View (571) 200-0754
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Dr. Nerissa Snyder Dicks
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
My expertise includes multicultural and race issues, crisis prevention, self-care linked to mental health, child/adolescent growth and child/adolescent behavior management.
I am glad you are looking for support, it may sound corny but, I am here to help. I look forward to learning how I can support you as you work towards improvement in some aspect(s) of your life. It is my commitment to learn from you, and help guide or support you as you work towards your ideal life. There are too many areas of life that can increase stress; my hope is that the space we hold in your therapy sessions, will serve to decrease that stress. I look forward to celebrating your progress as you live and grow in this journey of life.
My expertise includes multicultural and race issues, crisis prevention, self-care linked to mental health, child/adolescent growth and child/adolescent behavior management.
I am glad you are looking for support, it may sound corny but, I am here to help. I look forward to learning how I can support you as you work towards improvement in some aspect(s) of your life. It is my commitment to learn from you, and help guide or support you as you work towards your ideal life. There are too many areas of life that can increase stress; my hope is that the space we hold in your therapy sessions, will serve to decrease that stress. I look forward to celebrating your progress as you live and grow in this journey of life.
(240) 685-9698 View (240) 685-9698
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Purposeful ACTS, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Purposeful ACTS, LLC ensures that quality clinical services are accessible, affordable, and relevant to the individual needs of all clients. Dr. Shalena Heard is a licensed psychologist in the state of Maryland and certified as a National Health Service Psychologist and Approved Clinical Supervisor. Dr. Heard has extensive experience providing therapy and psychological assessment services to children, adolescents, and adults within inpatient, residential, outpatient, and school settings. She also provides supervision to graduate trainees and mental health professionals.
Purposeful ACTS, LLC ensures that quality clinical services are accessible, affordable, and relevant to the individual needs of all clients. Dr. Shalena Heard is a licensed psychologist in the state of Maryland and certified as a National Health Service Psychologist and Approved Clinical Supervisor. Dr. Heard has extensive experience providing therapy and psychological assessment services to children, adolescents, and adults within inpatient, residential, outpatient, and school settings. She also provides supervision to graduate trainees and mental health professionals.
(301) 701-5528 View (301) 701-5528
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Christina Fraser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSWC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
My name is Christina and I have been in practice for the last 19 years working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked in a variety of settings to include schools, the foster care system, an outpatient clinic, and community agencies. I enjoy working with all ages but have a passion for working with children and adolescents struggling with behavioral and emotional difficulties at home or in school. I also have experience working with parents needing extra parenting support and adults with symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family conflict.
My name is Christina and I have been in practice for the last 19 years working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked in a variety of settings to include schools, the foster care system, an outpatient clinic, and community agencies. I enjoy working with all ages but have a passion for working with children and adolescents struggling with behavioral and emotional difficulties at home or in school. I also have experience working with parents needing extra parenting support and adults with symptoms of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family conflict.
(301) 479-6126 View (301) 479-6126
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Peri Boersema
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774  (Online Only)
Visiting my page means you are ready to take the first step in making the change you want to see in your life. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and ADHD. I use a diverse approach based in, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology, play therapy and solution-focused therapy. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I want to help you identify your strengths and motivate you to feel empowered and reach your goals. I work to provide a positive, supportive environment so you can develop awareness and create the positive change you want.
Visiting my page means you are ready to take the first step in making the change you want to see in your life. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and ADHD. I use a diverse approach based in, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology, play therapy and solution-focused therapy. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I want to help you identify your strengths and motivate you to feel empowered and reach your goals. I work to provide a positive, supportive environment so you can develop awareness and create the positive change you want.
(240) 557-3826 View (240) 557-3826
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Restoring Minds And Hearts Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Not Verified Not Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
We recognize that seeking therapy may be a difficulty step to take for some, however we applaud you for taking steps towards enhancing your, and/or your child's mental health.
Welcome All Prospective Clients! We are currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy only. I am Marnecia Brownlee, LCSW-C, LICSW, and the Owner of Restoring Minds & Hearts. I have 13 years of experience providing clinical services to adults and children. Our clinicians provide trauma informed care to clients. We utilize a relational approach to establish a rapport and therapeutic relationship with clients. Once our therapeutic relationship is developed, we will work together to create realistic goals, process thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, identify healthy coping skills, and develop solutions.
We recognize that seeking therapy may be a difficulty step to take for some, however we applaud you for taking steps towards enhancing your, and/or your child's mental health.
Welcome All Prospective Clients! We are currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy only. I am Marnecia Brownlee, LCSW-C, LICSW, and the Owner of Restoring Minds & Hearts. I have 13 years of experience providing clinical services to adults and children. Our clinicians provide trauma informed care to clients. We utilize a relational approach to establish a rapport and therapeutic relationship with clients. Once our therapeutic relationship is developed, we will work together to create realistic goals, process thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, identify healthy coping skills, and develop solutions.
(240) 724-2640 View (240) 724-2640
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DeLandria Ankrah
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with experience working with diverse individuals including children, teens, adults, and families. As a trained cognitive-behavior and trauma-focused therapist I have worked with individuals that have been affected by both childhood and adult trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I utilize an integrative approach and tailor each client based on their situation. I enjoy helping clients gain a deeper understanding of their resiliency and purpose. I encourage my clients to gain more self-confidence, stronger sense of identity, and trust their own decisions.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with experience working with diverse individuals including children, teens, adults, and families. As a trained cognitive-behavior and trauma-focused therapist I have worked with individuals that have been affected by both childhood and adult trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression. I utilize an integrative approach and tailor each client based on their situation. I enjoy helping clients gain a deeper understanding of their resiliency and purpose. I encourage my clients to gain more self-confidence, stronger sense of identity, and trust their own decisions.
(240) 376-5221 View (240) 376-5221
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Ebony Griffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Specialty areas include: Stress - Anxiety Disorders - Depressive Disorders -Sexual Addiction - Betrayal Trauma- Abuse recovery- Childhood trauma- Substance abuse - Grief and Loss - Women's Issues - Adolescent Concerns - Divorce adjustment -Blended family integration -Couples counseling - Parent- child relationships .
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
Specialty areas include: Stress - Anxiety Disorders - Depressive Disorders -Sexual Addiction - Betrayal Trauma- Abuse recovery- Childhood trauma- Substance abuse - Grief and Loss - Women's Issues - Adolescent Concerns - Divorce adjustment -Blended family integration -Couples counseling - Parent- child relationships .
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
(301) 307-5513 View (301) 307-5513
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Sonya Sanders-Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the State of Maryland. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults using multiple techniques that are individually based on the client's needs. I am a graduate of Morgan State University and University of Maryland School of Social Work. I have been providing professional clinical services for over 30 years. I have experience in the areas of child and adolescent behavior and adolescent and adult mental health. I have worked in residential programs, outpatient mental health programs and the educational forum working with students in all grade areas.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the State of Maryland. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and adults using multiple techniques that are individually based on the client's needs. I am a graduate of Morgan State University and University of Maryland School of Social Work. I have been providing professional clinical services for over 30 years. I have experience in the areas of child and adolescent behavior and adolescent and adult mental health. I have worked in residential programs, outpatient mental health programs and the educational forum working with students in all grade areas.
(443) 781-9014 View (443) 781-9014
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Erin Monfiston
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
I worked a lot with trauma, trafficking victims, and refugees, as well as families, children, adults, and couples and have continued working with all of these populations in my practice.
I entered the field of counseling after working overseas for a number of years and recognizing the universal need for someone to walk beside us in our challenging moments. I have a lot of experience helping clients process trauma, family situations, anxiety, and big life changes. It can be so intimidating to feel pressured to expose the most vulnerable parts of your story to a person you barely know. Therapy is a relationship that builds, and my hope is that clients feel comfortable setting the pace.
I worked a lot with trauma, trafficking victims, and refugees, as well as families, children, adults, and couples and have continued working with all of these populations in my practice.
I entered the field of counseling after working overseas for a number of years and recognizing the universal need for someone to walk beside us in our challenging moments. I have a lot of experience helping clients process trauma, family situations, anxiety, and big life changes. It can be so intimidating to feel pressured to expose the most vulnerable parts of your story to a person you barely know. Therapy is a relationship that builds, and my hope is that clients feel comfortable setting the pace.
(443) 702-5582 View (443) 702-5582
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Daniel Ferebee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, CAMF
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Feeling alone, overwhelmed or need guidance with managing your thoughts or emotions? Perhaps you are struggling in your relationship with your spouse, parents or children. Or maybe you are experiencing stress due to work-related issues, health problems, or just feel "stuck" and unmotivated. Navigating through these types of issues can be difficult on your own.
Feeling alone, overwhelmed or need guidance with managing your thoughts or emotions? Perhaps you are struggling in your relationship with your spouse, parents or children. Or maybe you are experiencing stress due to work-related issues, health problems, or just feel "stuck" and unmotivated. Navigating through these types of issues can be difficult on your own.
(443) 315-2097 View (443) 315-2097
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Sheila Anne West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
I am trained as a child and adolescent therapist but also see adults and geriatric patients.
I genuinely listen to my patients' needs and problems. This develops an understand of their issues. Together we can formulate a plan to help the patient develop new behavioral approaches to the problems. Over the past years I have worked with issues of anger management,ADHD,autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, and related stress disorders.
I am trained as a child and adolescent therapist but also see adults and geriatric patients.
I genuinely listen to my patients' needs and problems. This develops an understand of their issues. Together we can formulate a plan to help the patient develop new behavioral approaches to the problems. Over the past years I have worked with issues of anger management,ADHD,autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, depression, grief, and related stress disorders.
(301) 685-0691 View (301) 685-0691
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Necole D Martinez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
Necole D. Martinez is the Founder and Owner of House of Still, Incorporated. She is a licensed therapist in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and Georgia, with over 20 years of combined experience with Children, Family, and Adult Counseling. Necole’s passion has been to help heal individuals and families, teaching them how to accept past hurt and pain along with developing steps to transform into a happier self. She also enjoys assisting in mending broken families and bringing balance to the unit. Necole desires to help heal her community one conversation at a time, taking Mental Health out of the office and into the community.
Necole D. Martinez is the Founder and Owner of House of Still, Incorporated. She is a licensed therapist in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and Georgia, with over 20 years of combined experience with Children, Family, and Adult Counseling. Necole’s passion has been to help heal individuals and families, teaching them how to accept past hurt and pain along with developing steps to transform into a happier self. She also enjoys assisting in mending broken families and bringing balance to the unit. Necole desires to help heal her community one conversation at a time, taking Mental Health out of the office and into the community.
(202) 568-8286 View (202) 568-8286
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Upper Marlboro, MD provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Upper Marlboro build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.