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Dr. Robert Ortega
Psychologist, PhD (he, him)
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Silver Spring, MD 20910
Let's Connect (202) 935-7776
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I believe that we all encounter stressors and obstacles that prevent us from finding growth, happiness, and meaning. My goal in treatment is to help my clients find ways to overcome and develop through these experiences. In my approach, the client holds the knowledge and motivation to make the desired changes in one’s life, while the therapist is charged with helping the client find them.
As a clinician, I integrate a variety of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Multicultural approaches to meet client needs. I believe that the relationship between the client and therapist is most crucial to effective therapy.
In order to achieve a strong professional relationship, I focus on creating a safe, growth promoting environment in therapy. Key to this approach is understanding people as individuals. Within this emphasis, I recognize the importance of identity, culture, and client experiences as being crucial to understanding a client’s life, struggles, and strengths.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Dr. Robert Ortega
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 07204 Dr. Robert Ortega
- In Practice for 3 Years
- License: Virginia Clinical Psychologist 0810008514 / 2024
- Certificate from PSYPACT 19283 / 2024
- Attended University of Oregon, Ph.D., Graduated 2021
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Long-Covid
- Men's Issues
- Political Stress
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Positive Psychology
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Long COVID Therapy Group
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Designed for people who are struggling with the physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms of Long-COVID.
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$90-$100
Group Meets
Every
Location
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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The Activist's Therapy Group
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A group for supporting the mental health of people working in activism and advocacy.
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$90-$100
Group Meets
Every
Location
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (202) 935-7776
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Dr. Robert Ortega
Psychologist, PhD