Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
Is anxiety getting in the way of what is important to you in life—perhaps it prevents you from meeting new people or being able to enjoy yourself in social settings? Are you having difficulty with finding relationships that fit your needs, getting into frequent conflict with your partner, or expressing your emotions? Maybe you are even struggling to understand yourself? As a result, you may be feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, unfulfilled, or inadequate. If so, then I can help: I specialize in working with people who are not getting what they want or need out of relationships (including their relationship with themselves). Together, within a supportive environment, we will help you learn new skills to reduce anxiety and other overwhelming emotions, build better relationships (including by better understanding and expressing your emotions and needs), change the self-critical inner voice that is keeping you down, and help you find meaning and direction in life.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Behavioral
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
Approach Description: Whatever it is that is getting in the way for you, I can help! We will work together to explore patterns in your life that are keeping you stuck, work on improving your relationships, address negative self-talk that is keeping you down, and help you live a life with purpose and meaning. What we do in therapy and how we do it will be catered to you—to your specific concerns, needs, and preferences.
If you are ready to start working on making changes and feeling better, let’s talk! To schedule a free 15-minute consultation, you can contact me via phone, send me a message (this is usually the best way to reach me), or head to my website where you can schedule your consultation now. I will get back to you very quickly. I look forward to hearing from you!
Education & Credentials
Brett Swords Ph.D.
- Male
- License # 06872
- Licensed in Maryland
- PSYPACT Mobility # 10483
- Practicing Since 2008
Education: I have a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University at Albany, State University of New York.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $180 (without insurance)
- Accepts Insurance
- If you are located in MD or PA, then I am able to accept Aetna insurance. If you live in a different state or have other insurance, then I will likely be out-of-network, although you may be able to get partially reimbursed for session fees (contact me for more information).
Brett Swords Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: Telehealth sessions are offered through TherapyAppointment.com, which is a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.
It is critical to work with a therapist who is a good fit. To find out if working together might be a good fit, you can send me message (best way to contact me) or give me a call. I will get back to you very quickly—usually within 24 hours—and we can set up a free phone consultation. I look forward to hearing from you!