Dr. Brian Sharpless
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
In-Person in Frederick, MD
In-Person in Jefferson, MD 21755
Online in Poland, Vermont,
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
Hi! I am a clinical psychologist (PhD) trained at Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania. Though I treat a number of conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, trauma), I have a great deal of experience helping people with personality disorders, sleep disorders, rare/unusual psychological conditions, and clinical problems which have been formerly resistant to treatment. Along with my practice, I stay active in the field through research, publications (i.e., books and articles), and other professional work. I particularly enjoy living lectures for popular science organizations in the US and abroad. Please visit my website (linked below) for more information.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Existential/Humanistic
- Integrative
- Object Relations
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
Approach Description: I have been trained in (and published on) several contemporary forms of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies. In addition, I have an interest in philosophically-informed and existential psychotherapy.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Brian Sharpless Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
- Male
- License # 06214
- Licensed in Maryland
- PSYPACT Mobility # 6416
- Practicing Since 2007
Education: Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Pennsylvania Hospital, The University of Pennsylvania;
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship, Center for Psychotherapy Research, The University of Pennsylvania;
Ph.D, Clinical Psychology, Pennsylvania State University;
M.A., Philosophy, Pennsylvania State University
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $225.00
- Out of Network
Dr. Brian Sharpless Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Frederick, MD and Jefferson, MD 21755
- Available Online for residents of Poland, Vermont, 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
My private practice offers the services:
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY :
Though trained to work with a number of problems, I have specialized training in the treatment of personality disorders, sleep disorders, and more rare or unusual psychological conditions. I use several contemporary psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches and have published on both modalities. I very much enjoy helping people get closer to where they would like to be in life, and therapy can be important parts of that process.
ASSESSMENT:
In order to treat conditions effectively, they must be accurately diagnosed. I conduct general diagnostic assessments as well as more specialized evaluations for the conditions mentioned above. I have also served as the diagnostic trainer and supervisor of other therapists for several NIH-funded clinical trials and research studies. Please note that I do not conduct assessments for ADHD or autistic-spectrum disorders.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION:
A good portion of my practice is devoted to supervising the clinical work of psychologists and other therapists. I provide ongoing supervision as well as briefer consultations for complex cases
EXPERT WITNESS TESTIMONY:
I occasionally serve as an expert witness in court proceedings. However, this only occurs in cases which overlap with my research interests.
WORKSHOPS AND LECTURES:
Please contact me for information on the workshops and lectures that I typically provide.