Connect with Gender Identity therapists in Bethesda, MD

If you feel like you lost yourself somewhere along the way, then I want to help. I support clients in identifying where the underlying challenges exist that are causing worry and sadness. As a team, we work to move forward, developing the coping strategies they need to feel fulfilled and empowered.

I understand how life-changing it is to have a quality therapist you can talk to. Whether you need someone to listen, help you make decisions, discover yourself and your motivations, communicate effectively with your partner, or just a nonjudgmental trained ear, I can be your therapist. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, and trauma.

I’m a licensed therapist who works with adults navigating stress, transitions, and periods when life feels off balance or overwhelming. I take a structured, collaborative approach focused on understanding what’s going on now, building on what’s already working, and helping you move forward in a way that feels realistic and supportive.

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults around anxiety, trauma, depression, and identity. I use a range of approaches tailored to each person because I believe therapy should feel like it fits you, not the other way around.

I'm a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker. My passion lies in helping individuals navigate through life's challenges using a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey where we work together to uncover your strengths and build resilience.

I use a client-centric approach that allows you to use awareness of your mind and body to identify the best methods to address challenging stressors in your life.

I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal issues, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness, I offer personalized support to help you build resilience, increase self-awareness, and create lasting, meaningful change.

I help clients struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, work and school challenges, family issues, parenting, relationships, and personal identity. I work with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, supporting you in learning more about yourself and who you want to be.

I have a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate their mental health journeys. I offer virtual therapy sessions, making it convenient for you to receive support from the comfort of your own space. Fluent in both English and Swahili.

I focus on helping individuals manage anxiety and depression. I use a Client-Centered approach, where we work together using evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

My therapeutic approach is eclectic, integrating various techniques to meet your unique needs. I prioritize a person-centered, strengths-based framework, fostering a collaborative space where you can explore your inner world, reflect, and problem-solve. My goal is to empower you to make meaningful changes and become the best version of yourself.

"I AM" Ms. Ayana. You’ve been holding it all together, haven’t you? Work. Family. Expectations. You look fine on the outside, but inside, you’re tired of keeping it together. You don’t need fixing—you just need a space to finally exhale. That’s what we’ll do here.

I am a psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of life and find a path toward healing and personal growth. My practice is rooted in a compassionate, client-centered approach that honors the unique experiences and strengths of each individual.

Reaching out for support is a brave first step. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-esteem concerns, using a compassionate, client-centered approach. Together, we'll create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

You’re doing your best—and sometimes it still feels like too much. If you’re navigating stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, or just feeling stuck, you don’t have to sort it out alone. If you’re ready for something to shift, let’s get started.

I help adults navigating transitions, burnout, and identity shifts reconnect with meaning, self-trust, and emotional resilience. I provide spiritually integrated and evidence-based approaches to help clients make sense of their stories, stabilize their emotions and identities, and learn how to live with truth and personal power.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Her specialty is Intimate Partner Violence, Addictions, and working with children and adolescents. I have worked in crisis since 2017 with adolescents, elders, middle-aged, and young adults.

I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I'm here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.

Are you feeling curious about addressing deeply rooted shame and trauma? I support individuals in bringing awareness to how their body, mind, and experiences shape current behaviors in order to find relief from living in a constant state of stress and tension. My hope is that you leave each session feeling understood, safe, and empowered.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in MD, I offer support for adults and adolescents dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions. I am especially passionate about supporting people through difficult challenges. Taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting, but it's an act of courage and self-care.

“A person’s real need, a most terrible need, is for someone to listen… not as a ‘patient’ but as a human soul.” This quote from Carl Rogers reflects the foundation of my work as a clinician. I believe change begins when someone feels truly heard, understood, and met with respect for their inner world.

I welcome you to take this brave step to address areas of your life where you are feeling uncertain, struggling, or have questions. We will work together to navigate life transitions, relationships, and emotional issues in a safe and supported environment.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland and a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and Georgia. In our therapy together, we can focus on relationship stressors, past trauma, women's health, identity conflicts, self-esteem, and vocational stress, and I prioritize the topics you choose. I look forward to meeting you.

Help comes in many forms. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.