Anxiety Therapists in Westlake, MD
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Are you feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, depression, or life’s expectations? Are you feeling stuck & in need of extra support? Life can be difficult, & there's no need to do it all on your own. Sometimes, it takes a fresh pair of eyes to help you gain insight and get you to that “Aha!” moment. In working together, my hope is that you'll feel understood and accepted while challenged at the same time. I believe empathy, authenticity, & a good working relationship are key components in therapy. I hope you'll find the freedom to bring your authentic self & all of your concerns to the table. I'm here to help!
Are you feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, depression, or life’s expectations? Are you feeling stuck & in need of extra support? Life can be difficult, & there's no need to do it all on your own. Sometimes, it takes a fresh pair of eyes to help you gain insight and get you to that “Aha!” moment. In working together, my hope is that you'll feel understood and accepted while challenged at the same time. I believe empathy, authenticity, & a good working relationship are key components in therapy. I hope you'll find the freedom to bring your authentic self & all of your concerns to the table. I'm here to help!
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Alicia Shamblin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Westlake, MD 20817 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with professionals who feel they are "not good enough" or who worry about living up to others' expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are and not what you accomplish. My clients are working on healing from emotional trauma, learning to understand their feelings and how to handle them, and improving relationship skills. After working with me, my clients are better able to express their feelings and needs in ways that help them grow closer to the people important to them.
I am passionate about working with professionals who feel they are "not good enough" or who worry about living up to others' expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are and not what you accomplish. My clients are working on healing from emotional trauma, learning to understand their feelings and how to handle them, and improving relationship skills. After working with me, my clients are better able to express their feelings and needs in ways that help them grow closer to the people important to them.
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Leslie Trerotola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Leslie works with adults and seniors. She has experience working with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, life transitions, and stress management. Leslie completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Maryland. While in school, she interned at a community clinic and senior living community (nursing facility and short-term rehab). Leslie uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness with her clients.
Leslie Trerotola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with 6 years of experience in the mental health field. Leslie works with adults and seniors. She has experience working with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, life transitions, and stress management. Leslie completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Maryland. While in school, she interned at a community clinic and senior living community (nursing facility and short-term rehab). Leslie uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness with her clients.
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Dr. Shannon Howard
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC, LPC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Westlake, MD 20817 (Online Only)
She believes that every client is unique in their own way and that each person’s story is different. This is the catalyst behind her coaching methodology. Using targeted strategies and personalized coaching approaches, she works with couples and individuals to help them transition from victim to victor. Dr. Howard helps clients face their past trauma by uncovering and resolving the root issue, assess desired outcomes, and implement a plan of action that leads them toward living a more optimal life experience.
She believes that every client is unique in their own way and that each person’s story is different. This is the catalyst behind her coaching methodology. Using targeted strategies and personalized coaching approaches, she works with couples and individuals to help them transition from victim to victor. Dr. Howard helps clients face their past trauma by uncovering and resolving the root issue, assess desired outcomes, and implement a plan of action that leads them toward living a more optimal life experience.
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Crystal Baldwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Westlake, MD 20817 (Online Only)
Seeking to improve our relationship with ourselves and others can feel uncertain and overwhelming. As a therapist, I strive to remove barriers by providing an open, trusting, and nonjudgmental space where self-acceptance and healing can be fostered for individuals and partnerships. Difficulties such as life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, or unexpected events can leave us feeling disconnected and isolated. Through the collaborative experience of therapy, couples, polycules, or triads can find renewed, deeper bonds and individuals can untangle the past, process the current, and grow through supportive change.
Seeking to improve our relationship with ourselves and others can feel uncertain and overwhelming. As a therapist, I strive to remove barriers by providing an open, trusting, and nonjudgmental space where self-acceptance and healing can be fostered for individuals and partnerships. Difficulties such as life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, or unexpected events can leave us feeling disconnected and isolated. Through the collaborative experience of therapy, couples, polycules, or triads can find renewed, deeper bonds and individuals can untangle the past, process the current, and grow through supportive change.
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Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Abuse/Addiction, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Phobias Social Anxiety, Couples/Marital Issues, Adjustment Disorders Personality Disorders, Child/Parenting, Family Issues, Medical Illness, PTSD, TBI, Panic Attacks, Psychosis, Anger, Chronic Pain.
*Now Accepting Tele-therapy Clients* Do you find yourself feeling sad, anxious, unhappy with life circumstances? Are you having relationship difficulties, feel stress from work, or have a child experiencing difficulties? I offer comprehensive assistance to change and work through many of life's challenges. If you find yourself suffering from any of these situations, or if you do not feel quite like yourself, let us help you begin on the road to improvement by addressing patient concerns, including but not limited to the following:
Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Abuse/Addiction, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Phobias Social Anxiety, Couples/Marital Issues, Adjustment Disorders Personality Disorders, Child/Parenting, Family Issues, Medical Illness, PTSD, TBI, Panic Attacks, Psychosis, Anger, Chronic Pain.
*Now Accepting Tele-therapy Clients* Do you find yourself feeling sad, anxious, unhappy with life circumstances? Are you having relationship difficulties, feel stress from work, or have a child experiencing difficulties? I offer comprehensive assistance to change and work through many of life's challenges. If you find yourself suffering from any of these situations, or if you do not feel quite like yourself, let us help you begin on the road to improvement by addressing patient concerns, including but not limited to the following:
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A short assessment will be conducted to identify depression and anxiety in order to provide better support.
Are you feeling frustrated, irritable, and mad at the world? Are you ready to feel at peace, and proud of the way you are living your everyday life? We all have challenges in life, and sometimes additional support is necessary. No matter how small or overwhelming the challenge I approach treatment from a place of non-judgment to identify the root of problems as opposed to offering a temporary fix. During our first session, I will take time to get to know you. I will ask about your past experiences with therapy, and what you want to accomplish during our time together.
A short assessment will be conducted to identify depression and anxiety in order to provide better support.
Are you feeling frustrated, irritable, and mad at the world? Are you ready to feel at peace, and proud of the way you are living your everyday life? We all have challenges in life, and sometimes additional support is necessary. No matter how small or overwhelming the challenge I approach treatment from a place of non-judgment to identify the root of problems as opposed to offering a temporary fix. During our first session, I will take time to get to know you. I will ask about your past experiences with therapy, and what you want to accomplish during our time together.
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As a queer person who has struggled with my own depression and anxiety, I find joy in helping others through their journeys of identity development, self-love, and achieving greater inner peace.
I am a queer therapist specializing in supporting teens and young adults (ages 13-35 )as they navigate life transitions and stressors. Together, we explore the roots of personal identity and consider tools to help you achieve your mental health goals. My approach is client-centered, and my role is to empower and support you as you create the life you want to live. I incorporate techniques from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and expressive arts approaches.
As a queer person who has struggled with my own depression and anxiety, I find joy in helping others through their journeys of identity development, self-love, and achieving greater inner peace.
I am a queer therapist specializing in supporting teens and young adults (ages 13-35 )as they navigate life transitions and stressors. Together, we explore the roots of personal identity and consider tools to help you achieve your mental health goals. My approach is client-centered, and my role is to empower and support you as you create the life you want to live. I incorporate techniques from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and expressive arts approaches.
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PlayfulLeigh Psyched, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, MS/MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identities, and realities. This is not a one-size-fits-all practice because we are trauma-informed and social-emotional focused practices from a social justice framework.
We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identities, and realities. This is not a one-size-fits-all practice because we are trauma-informed and social-emotional focused practices from a social justice framework.
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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.
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Tracey Cox
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Maryland and New York. I received Master Degree in 2018. I have worked with various individuals, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, addiction, substance abuse, and communication challenges. All these individuals have one thing in common: they want to be heard and have a safe place to speak their truth. I find that it is an honor to be able to listen to and collaborate with clients on their sensitive issues.
Hello, I am a licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Maryland and New York. I received Master Degree in 2018. I have worked with various individuals, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, addiction, substance abuse, and communication challenges. All these individuals have one thing in common: they want to be heard and have a safe place to speak their truth. I find that it is an honor to be able to listen to and collaborate with clients on their sensitive issues.
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Laurette Eileen Harvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MEd
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
Problems of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Couples' and Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Parenting; I can help.
With over 30 years of experience to offer, I'm pleased to say that most of my clients have been referred by their friends who are or have been clients. When mutual respect develops, it ensures the trust and comfort needed to address and resolve most problems. I have always felt blessed and privileged to be a therapist and to sit with someone who is grappling with some of the most meaningful aspects of their lives. When you contact me, I'll be happy to honestly explore whether or not this will be a good therapeutic relationship.
Problems of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Couples' and Family Conflict, Self Esteem, Parenting; I can help.
With over 30 years of experience to offer, I'm pleased to say that most of my clients have been referred by their friends who are or have been clients. When mutual respect develops, it ensures the trust and comfort needed to address and resolve most problems. I have always felt blessed and privileged to be a therapist and to sit with someone who is grappling with some of the most meaningful aspects of their lives. When you contact me, I'll be happy to honestly explore whether or not this will be a good therapeutic relationship.
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Sarah Levine-Miles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20816
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and/or isolated? Are you living a life that you are proud of and that is aligned with what you care about? I have 10+ years of experience working with people through emotional pain and struggle that is a natural, but difficult, part of life. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life transitions, relationship issues, and periods of stagnation. I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing, OCD, bipolar disorder, and the pregnancy and postpartum period. I have a warm, encouraging, honest, strength-based approach to therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and/or isolated? Are you living a life that you are proud of and that is aligned with what you care about? I have 10+ years of experience working with people through emotional pain and struggle that is a natural, but difficult, part of life. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life transitions, relationship issues, and periods of stagnation. I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing, OCD, bipolar disorder, and the pregnancy and postpartum period. I have a warm, encouraging, honest, strength-based approach to therapy.
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Feeling chronic negative emotions such as sadness, anger, anxiety, or loneliness is often a sign that something in our relationships has gone awry. By the time we attend psychotherapy, the task of altering our relationships may feel difficult or impossible to navigate alone. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how your early relationships impact your personality, worldview, attachment, perceptions, and coping mechanisms. Through compassion, challenge and sometimes humor, I aim to help my patients gain insight, learn new ways of relating to others, and implement change in order to heal, grow, and flourish.
Feeling chronic negative emotions such as sadness, anger, anxiety, or loneliness is often a sign that something in our relationships has gone awry. By the time we attend psychotherapy, the task of altering our relationships may feel difficult or impossible to navigate alone. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how your early relationships impact your personality, worldview, attachment, perceptions, and coping mechanisms. Through compassion, challenge and sometimes humor, I aim to help my patients gain insight, learn new ways of relating to others, and implement change in order to heal, grow, and flourish.
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I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma/PSTD, and complex trauma.
It's essential for you to feel understood by your therapist. I strive to create an environment characterized by safety, trust, mutual respect, and even humor. The bond we form allows you to take the emotional risks necessary for deep exploration and enduring change. I offer a free consultation to help you decide if we'd be a good fit. Please join me for a cup of tea to share your story, chart a course for how we might work together, and ask any questions about therapy and how I can help you.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma/PSTD, and complex trauma.
It's essential for you to feel understood by your therapist. I strive to create an environment characterized by safety, trust, mutual respect, and even humor. The bond we form allows you to take the emotional risks necessary for deep exploration and enduring change. I offer a free consultation to help you decide if we'd be a good fit. Please join me for a cup of tea to share your story, chart a course for how we might work together, and ask any questions about therapy and how I can help you.
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Tamitha Davis-Rama
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814 (Online Only)
I have a masters in Social Work and over 30 years of professional clinical experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression and other life challenges.
Do you feel pulled in a million and one different directions? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, at work or with your health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? If yes is the answerto any of those questions, I am excited to connect with you. I help women manage anxiety and avoid feeling defeated. I use a whole person approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body, spirit and community. I integrate talking and mindfulness to help you develop a stronger relationship with self. You are met with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can face your challenges and the habits that are holding you back.
I have a masters in Social Work and over 30 years of professional clinical experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression and other life challenges.
Do you feel pulled in a million and one different directions? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, at work or with your health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? If yes is the answerto any of those questions, I am excited to connect with you. I help women manage anxiety and avoid feeling defeated. I use a whole person approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body, spirit and community. I integrate talking and mindfulness to help you develop a stronger relationship with self. You are met with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can face your challenges and the habits that are holding you back.
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Immediate openings! Sliding scale offered! Now offering limited slots at reduced rates to work with our pre-licensed therapist interns. We specialize in providing personalized therapy services to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals. Our Maryland team of experienced therapists offers a warm, supportive environment where you can explore life's challenges, discover your strengths, and cultivate positive change. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we are here to help you navigate life's complexities and thrive.
Immediate openings! Sliding scale offered! Now offering limited slots at reduced rates to work with our pre-licensed therapist interns. We specialize in providing personalized therapy services to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals. Our Maryland team of experienced therapists offers a warm, supportive environment where you can explore life's challenges, discover your strengths, and cultivate positive change. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, we are here to help you navigate life's complexities and thrive.
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My passion is helping women through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; I believe that if we can change our thoughts, we can change how we approach things in our everyday life, which would, ideally, provide less stress and reduce potential for depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders.
Are you feeling completely overwhelmed trying to balance everything in your life? Women today are balancing more roles than ever, trying to be everything to everyone. You are exhausted, running yourself thin, never feeling like you have enough time and just want a few minutes for yourself. You dream of a balance where you can manage work, parenting, family, friends, spouse, dating, etc., etc., etc.. You want to wake up feeling refreshed and excited for the day and go to sleep feeling productive and fulfilled.
My passion is helping women through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; I believe that if we can change our thoughts, we can change how we approach things in our everyday life, which would, ideally, provide less stress and reduce potential for depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders.
Are you feeling completely overwhelmed trying to balance everything in your life? Women today are balancing more roles than ever, trying to be everything to everyone. You are exhausted, running yourself thin, never feeling like you have enough time and just want a few minutes for yourself. You dream of a balance where you can manage work, parenting, family, friends, spouse, dating, etc., etc., etc.. You want to wake up feeling refreshed and excited for the day and go to sleep feeling productive and fulfilled.
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The decision to seek help can feel like an intimidating process. My goal is to provide collaborative, thoughtful and individualized therapy services to people of all ages in a comfortable, validating environment, I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years experience in private practice in the DMV region. My primary specialty is to identify and treat issues related to anxiety using a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach. Specific services may include individual therapy, parent coaching, and consultation to organizations. I often collaborate with other professionals and am easily accessible through phone or email.
The decision to seek help can feel like an intimidating process. My goal is to provide collaborative, thoughtful and individualized therapy services to people of all ages in a comfortable, validating environment, I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years experience in private practice in the DMV region. My primary specialty is to identify and treat issues related to anxiety using a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach. Specific services may include individual therapy, parent coaching, and consultation to organizations. I often collaborate with other professionals and am easily accessible through phone or email.
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Are you struggling with an overwhelming sense of stress and anxiety about a current or bad situation? Are you depressed, feeling stuck with no way out and no direction?
Are you struggling with an overwhelming sense of stress and anxiety about a current or bad situation? Are you depressed, feeling stuck with no way out and no direction?
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.