Therapists in Maryland

Dushyanthi Niyangoda
Dushyanthi Niyangoda
Cultivating a deeper level of awareness is key to living in congruence to one’s purpose. I empower clients to be fearless in exploring this metaphysical space, by examining their belief systems and their alignment to core values. My passion is to help clients experience pure-consciousness and self-reflection, as a guide in balancing the demands of society, culture, and family.

John Backert
John Backert
When stuck in a fog, it can be hard to find your way out. In today’s society, there is often so much going on that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stress. As a therapist, I assist others in the journey of mental health by helping clients find their way through the fog by tapping into their own strengths as well as creating a focus on overall mental wellbeing.
I am motivated by my passion to help others create positive changes in their life. I have been heavily involved the field of mental health for over a decade at a variety of different levels, in addition to having experience with a plethora of various mental health diagnoses. Some of the areas I have extensive experiencing include depression, managing anxiety, grief, and trauma.

Chia-Hua Lu
Chia-Hua Lu
Chia-Hua is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Art Therapist. She strives to create a safe space to foster therapeutic relationships through transparent story-telling. In a world full of distractions, her passion is to walk alongside her clients in their search for hope and purpose, setting clear goals in order to assist them to be more present with their loved ones. Chia-Hua primarily provides in-person sessions. If you are located in Maryland you are welcome to attend sessions in-person in Ashburn, or request a virtual appointment.
Chia-Hua believes in the healing power of Christian faith, which is the solid foundation of her world view and her value system. “Life is like a journey. If we have a relationship with the one and true God who will not leave us nor forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8), we will never be lonely.”

Grace Kane
Grace Kane
My goal as your psychotherapist is to engage you in a collaborative process that promotes healing and self-determination. I firmly believe in our innate ability to make changes, love ourselves, and feel empowered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression. In addition to my expertise in eating disorders, my experience encompasses anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, and depression. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, employing a variety of techniques.

Kelsey Averbukh
Kelsey Averbukh
I have worked in the mental health field for 10 years now and have had the honor of working in many settings from intensive outpatient to a cooperative member led non-profit to private practice. These opportunities have given me experience working with young children to older adults and even families. I’m all about empowering individuals to discover their inner strength and building healthy relationships with themselves and those around them. Whether you’re grappling with the strains of daily stress, wrestling with anxiety, or the rollercoaster of life’s transitions, I am here to provide unwavering support.

Jeremy Mohler
Jeremy Mohler
Maybe you’re struggling with relationship conflict or communication issues. Maybe you’re stressed, anxious, wanting more connection, or feeling stuck with your career. I can help you learn how to confidently navigate your emotions and how your past experiences impact you today.
I can help because I’ve struggled with these things too. Years ago a painful breakup motivated me to go to therapy, which helped so much that I became a therapist. We’ll figure out together how to help you find relief, get unstuck, and create the life, career, or relationship you really want.
I offer individual therapy, men’s groups, and men’s retreats, as well as the email newsletter Make Men Emotional Again.

Brandon Brumskil
Brandon Brumskil
In my practice, my utmost priority is to cultivate a peaceful and receptive environment where open communication can thrive. I understand that therapy is not just about managing symptoms; it’s about fostering growth and development in all areas of a person’s well-being. My clinical experience includes work with adolescents and adults who have a psychosocial history involving a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, schizophrenia, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and life transitions. In sessions, my primary therapeutic modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.

Trevor McKay
Trevor McKay
My expertise spans working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, autism, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, trauma, issues of power/privilege/oppression, grief, developmental concerns, social skills, and ADHD. Embracing diversity, I welcome clients of varying identities into each session, including race, gender, class, sexual orientation, religion, age, and disability.
As a gaming enthusiast, I understand the importance of hobbies and passions in our lives. I aim to create a therapeutic environment where clients can openly discuss their interests, such as gaming, and explore their impact on mental health, relationships, and personal growth.

Rebecca Robbins
Rebecca Robbins
As a skilled therapist, I am dedicated to helping you change habits to improve your health, build stronger and more satisfying relationships, overcome fears that hold you back, and grow more emotionally resilient. My focus is on assisting you in reconnecting with your true self and healing and strengthening your relationships, all while providing a caring and attentive listening ear to help you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have experienced ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
We specialize in working with teenagers and adolescents, men and men’s issues, foster parents, adoptive parents, and persons who identify as LGBTQIA2+. We also have a passion for working with clinicians and healthcare workers.

Danielle Ortiz
Danielle Ortiz
I bring a wealth of experience to my practice, specializing in assisting older teenagers and transitional adults through life’s various challenges. My expertise extends across different settings, including educational institutions, outpatient clinics, and telehealth platforms. This extensive background equips me with a deep understanding of the unique emotional, psychological, and developmental hurdles faced by individuals in these age groups, as well as their families. I find great fulfillment in helping clients navigate pivotal life transitions—whether it’s adjusting to college life, entering the workforce, or managing relationships. Understanding that life transitions can happen at any age, I welcome clients from 16 years old and up.

Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones
My aim is to build strong therapeutic relationships with each client, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages growth, comfort, and safety. In this supportive environment, clients can share their stories at their own pace, without fear of judgment, and communicate their needs in a way that promotes understanding and validation. My diverse experience includes working with individuals struggling with ADHD, autism, life transitions and anxiety.

Molly Stanley
Molly Stanley
I utilize multiple modalities within my approach based on each client’s individual needs. These approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solutions-focused, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), experiential, and client-centered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and substance abuse.
I also have experience working in outpatient substance abuse treatment, within which I focused on sexual health. As a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, I find sexual health education to be extremely important and strive to create an open, non-judgemental environment when discussing these topics.

Randi Franke
Randi Franke
Creating a safe space to explore your concerns is vital for enhancing your mental and emotional health, and I am here to support you through your struggles. Whether you are grappling with gender or sexuality concerns, substance use, anxiety, grief and loss, or major life transitions, my objective is to help you improve your mental and emotional wellbeing.
My experience includes working with individuals living with anxiety, depression, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, relationship concerns, and life transitions. As a Grief Counseling Specialist, I emphasize a client-centered approach focused on safety and acceptance.

Kevin Barwick
Kevin Barwick
Kevin specifically works with men and couples around the theme of empowering men to understand their true manhood and strength, while learning to listen more deeply and love more fully. His approach often involves practicing the communication skills, homework assignments, re-story telling and more.
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