Connect with Women's Issues therapists in Potomac, MD

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50+ therapists
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Heidi Hill

2+ years

Heidi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Utah.

Silver Spring, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism or Asperger's Syndrome
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Affirming

If you or your teen are experiencing emotional overwhelm, having a hard time keeping it together at work or school, or struggling to get things done, I have your back. I specialize in treating neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I know each client is different, so I will work with you to see what tools work best for you.

Available virtually and in person

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Kristin Miller

LCPC
•
9+ years

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs), like Kristin Miller, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Kristin has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Applied Psychology from University of Baltimore.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Codependency
Depression
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Supportive

As a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) who has been practicing for over 10 years, I can promise support, empathy, and engagement. Additionally, I have training in trauma treatments, TEAM-CBT, RLT couples counseling, and years of experience with several other approaches. I am an LGBT ally and I love my job!

Available virtually

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Tanisha Nanor

LCSW
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8+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Tanisha Nanor, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.

Silver Spring, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Depression
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Curious

Are you here because you want to improve your emotional wellbeing? Are you struggling with mental health symptoms that are interfering with your quality of life? Hi, I'm Tanisha, and I am an eclectic therapist who utilizes CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, faith based and other evidenced based therapy modalities to help clients reach their wellness goals.

Available virtually

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Rhonda Simon

30+ years

Rhonda has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Maryland.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anger Management
Anxiety
Divorce
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Warm
Supportive

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, facing relationship challenges, healing from trauma, or feeling stuck, you don't have to face it alone. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where children, teens, adults, and couples can build practical coping skills, heal, grow, and create lasting, meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Shaina Page

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Insightful
Warm
Empowering

I believe therapy works best when it feels safe, practical, and tailored to your unique needs.

Available virtually

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Kristyn Frazer

9+ years

Kristyn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Pittsburgh.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Motivational

I'm eager and willing to help you reach your highest potential and healthiest self. I offer virtual therapy and flexible availability!

Available virtually

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Erin Simmons

2+ years

Erin has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Grand Valley State University.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

I support individuals with chronic illness and their families. My experience includes oncology, hospice, palliative care, and emergency medicine, providing counseling for serious illness, end-of-life care, grief, and life transitions. I also help healthcare and emergency professionals cope with trauma and secondary trauma.

Available virtually

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Deana Reynolds Rios

Recognized for high quality patient care

LCPC
•
20+ years

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs), like Deana Reynolds Rios, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Deana has a Master in Counseling, Mental Health Counseling from Gallaudet University.

Brandywine, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Grief
Mood Disorders
School Issues
Stress
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Curious

Life can be hard. Loss, trauma, anxiety, and change can leave us feeling stuck and overwhelmed. But after more than 20 years working with clients, I know this to be true: with a little support, we can do more than just survive the hard times — we can come out on the other side thriving.

Available virtually

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Dana Pittman

Recognized for high quality patient care

1+ years

Dana has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from The University of Michigan.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
ADHD
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Directive
Gentle
Collaborative

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but it's also a courageous decision to prioritize your well-being. I'm here to help you navigate life's challenges, whether you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, self-esteem, or life transitions.

Available virtually

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Dawn Murphy

20+ years

Dawn has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Eastern Michigan University.

Hagerstown, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Addiction
Coping Skills
Relationship Issues
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Spiritual
Supportive

Real change can only be achieved with the help of others. If you want to change your life in a meaningful way, connecting to skilled and compassionate help is available. I have 40 years of experience and would be honored to help you find hope and healing.

Available virtually

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Lauren Highsmith

4+ years

Lauren has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Maryland.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Autism or Asperger's Syndrome
Depression
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Affirming

Sometimes you just need a space where you can be yourself and feel heard. I work with teens and young adults navigating life, relationships, stress, identity, and change. My approach is supportive, relatable, and judgment-free, giving you space to talk openly, develop practical tools, and grow into who you want to be.

Available virtually

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Joseph Gallagher

LCPC
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5+ years

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs), like Joseph Gallagher, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Joseph has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Directive
Gentle
Collaborative

I am passionate about assisting you in identifying and achieving your goals. I believe that you are valuable with a unique story to tell, and deserve a caring professional who can help you grow, learn, and be your best. I work with clients who have difficulty with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and many other concerns.

Available virtually

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Migdalis Nieves

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Codependency
Cultural Stress
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Curious

Do you feel like the one everyone leans on, or stuck in patterns you can't quite explain? I work with clients navigating anxiety, trauma and PTSD, relationship conflict, and codependency, along with identity and how culture shapes the way you relate to yourself and others. My approach centers your voice and your story.

Available virtually

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Dana Yates

18+ years

All Rula providers are licensed and hold a master’s or doctorate degree required for practice.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Divorce
Mood Disorders
Relationship Issues
Style
Insightful
Warm
Supportive

I am currently accepting new clients and serve the Baltimore metropolitan area with both in person and telehealth sessions. I like to refer to my style of practice as "Soul Work". My treatment modalities include; CBT, Trauma focused, Psychodynamic. I am awaiting to work with you to begin your healing journey.

Available virtually

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Kara Scarbrough

2+ years

Kara has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Salisbury University.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Outcome-oriented
Approachable
Motivational

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we’ll work through life’s challenges using practical, evidence-based strategies to build confidence, improve emotional well-being, and create meaningful change.

Available virtually

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Susan Joyner

6+ years

Susan has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical, Families and Children from University of Maryland Baltimore School of Social Work.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
LGBTQIA+
Transgender Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Approachable
Collaborative

Do you feel alone? Like the world is burning? I'm here to provide a nonjudgmental space to process your experiences. I will help you learn how to be present in your body and identify your body's subtle messages. You will be the expert of your experience. I am here as a guide. I aim to encourage and empower you to be your authentic self.

Available virtually

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Maria Ronda

19+ years

Maria has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.

Rockville, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Codependency
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Practical
Approachable
Collaborative

Client centered correct spelling on centered.

Available virtually

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Kassandra Butler

LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs), like Kassandra Butler, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Kassandra has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Sports Performance
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Affirming

Welcome! As a licensed counselor, I offer an integrative, mind-body approach bridging traditional therapy with holistic wellness. Here, you can navigate life's complexities and cultivate lasting, sustainable equilibrium from the inside out.

Available virtually

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Valerie Hughes

LCPC
•
11+ years

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs), like Valerie Hughes, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Valerie has a Masters of Education (MED) in Guidance and Counseling from University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Career Counseling
Divorce
Grief
School Issues
Self Esteem
Style
Insightful
Warm
Supportive

I'm passionate about helping teens and young adults work through the struggles that can hold them back during one of life's most important stages. With decades of experience focused solely on this age group, I offer compassionate guidance that empowers young people to overcome obstacles, discover strengths, and move forward with a fulfilling life.

Available virtually

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Michele Tornabene

Recognized for high quality patient care

23+ years

Michele has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York, Albany.

Chester, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Directive
Warm
Supportive

I'm really glad you're here. I offer a space that is warm, safe, and nonjudgmental—where you can show up exactly as you are.

Available virtually

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Adrienne Burrell

1+ years

Adrienne has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Salisbury University.

Linthicum Heights, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Codependency
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Warm
Curious

I'm a relational therapist that believes real healing happens through connection, trust, and feeling truly safe with the person you’re working with. I see healing as something that doesn’t happen in a straight line. It can come in waves, sometimes gentle and sometimes overwhelming. You don't have to endure the tide of life alone.

Available virtually

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Jazmin Rivera

1+ years

Jazmin has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical from University of Maryland.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
School Issues
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Responsive
Attuned
Affirming

I am a licensed therapist who works with children, teens, young adults, and parents navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, ADHD, life transitions, family stress, and depression. My approach is warm, supportive, and tailored to each client’s unique needs and stage of development.

Available virtually

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Amy Kopel

29+ years

Amy has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Indiana University Bloomington.

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Affirming

I have a masters in clinical social work. I approach therapy by understanding you as an individual-an individual with external influences. I focus on life transitions, anxiety, depression, parent/child relationships and trauma [to name a few]. In therapy one initial goal is to establish a warm and empathetic environment which will foster trust.

Available virtually

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Courtney Lee

Maryland
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Candid
Empowering

Hey there! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker supporting adolescents and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficult life experiences. Together, we’ll explore patterns keeping you stuck, build practical coping skills, and help you move toward healing and lasting change.

Available virtually

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Melvyn Heyes

13+ years

Melvyn has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University, a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Physiology from McMaster University and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Physiology from Indiana University.

Edgewater, MD
Specialties
Women's Issues
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Depression
Grief
Stress
Style
Practical
Candid
Affirming

I am a goal-oriented person, compassionately empathetic about your experience and journey so far. I'm honest with my perspectives and connect with my clients with a serious determination to produce benefit quickly and a beneficial sense of humor.

Available virtually