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Rachel Scharf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
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Rockville, MD 20853
Let's Connect (301) 458-3153
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Is your child facing challenges with managing big feelings of anxiety? Do they find it difficult to connect with friends or keep up at school? Are you a parent struggling to understand and help your child express themselves and use healthy coping mechanisms? As a therapist, I'm here to give you and your child tools and strategies to work with life’s obstacles. I specialize in working with ADHD, Autism, anxiety disorders, grief, and trauma. In my work with children and teens, I utilize a blend of play-based techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive arts including art, music and drama, as well as sand play therapy.
For parents, I provide a coaching modality to equip you with tools and skills to confidently work with your children to manage challenging behaviors as well as to strengthen your relationship with them. I value cultivating and strengthening the connections within families and creating a safe supportive space for children or teens to feel empowered and heard.
I know how hard it can be to take the first steps to reach out for help, both for your children and as parents. I am here to answer your questions and offer a 15 minute free phone consultation to discuss your concerns. I am here to support you every step of the way, and I look forward to helping your family thrive!
Call or Email Rachel Scharf now for a free 15 minute consultation - (301) 458-3153
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Rachel Scharf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 25879 Rachel Scharf
- In Practice for 6 Years
- License: Washington DC LC200002400 / 2023
- License: Virgina 0904016657 / 2024
- Attended Catholic University of America, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2020
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Parenting
Expertise
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Child
- Depression
- Divorce
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Religion
Jewish
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Religion
Jewish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Expressive Arts
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Sandplay
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (301) 458-3153
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Rachel Scharf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C