Online Parenting therapists in La Plata, Maryland MD
We are proud to feature top rated online Parenting therapists in La Plata. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Dr. Brian Weir
Psychologist, PsyD
Each kid is so different. What works for one, may be a fraughtful approach with another. I can help you to understand your child (or adult child) better, and find better ways to work with and relate to them. When we run out of ideas, we often try to accomplish things with power. This likely ends in a power struggle characterized by defiance and escalation only to expose that we don't have that much power after all. There are better ways to communicate. Our models of parenting are often outdated and what we learned may actually make things more difficult. I will help you to identify what works best for you child and support you and your needs in the process.
23 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Autumnleaf Group, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Parent-coaching unique to circumstances is offered. Mitra Shahryary specializes in this area.
20 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Dr. Patricia Webbink
Psychologist, MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology
I often work with parents on issues that confront them. Sometimes they attend my regular free zoom workshops with their children. I am a parent and a grandparent myself which helps me to understand the challenges of parenting. Please feel free to call for further information and/or a consultation: 301-229-8000
56 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Chris Karcher
Psychologist, PsyD
Working with children and teens also means working with parents. I have received many hours of consultation to work more effectively with parents. Being a parent informs my perspective as well.
34 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Chibby Efuribe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
We can help you brainstorm effective strategies to make parenting less hassle
15 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Parenting is both deeply rewarding and incredibly challenging. Even the most loving parents can feel overwhelmed, unsure, or discouraged when their child’s needs or behaviors seem difficult to manage. I specialize in helping parents understand the “why” behind their child’s emotions and behaviors, develop effective communication and discipline strategies, and restore a sense of confidence and calm within the family.
My work with parents often focuses on navigating developmental changes, improving parent–child relationships, and managing challenges such as anxiety, defiance, emotional regulation difficulties, and family transitions. For parents raising children with unique emotional or behavioral needs, therapy offers tools for setting appropriate limits while maintaining empathy and connection.
When co-parenting after divorce or separation, I provide structured support to help parents maintain consistency, reduce conflict, and protect children from adult stressors. I also assist foster, adoptive, and blended families as they navigate attachment and identity issues that can surface throughout a child’s development.
Grounded in cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches, sessions focus on increasing emotional awareness, enhancing communication, and promoting a calmer, more connected family environment. My goal is to help parents feel equipped, supported, and empowered to raise resilient, emotionally secure children—while also caring for themselves in the process.
22 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Kelly McCabe
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C
Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially when your child is struggling. I support you in understanding your child’s needs, improving communication, and building a more connected and effective parenting approach
9 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Dr. Mike Lee
Psychologist
I help parents—whether on their own or with a partner—meet the challenges of parenting with steadiness and clarity. The work is depth-informed and collaborative: we make sense of what is happening at and beneath the surface—stress, uncertainty, and competing values—and turn that understanding into workable steps for communication, boundaries, and repair. The aim is durable change—less reactivity and second-guessing, more alignment, warmth, and confidence in how you respond to your children and, when pertinent, to one another.
13 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Kasie Boehm
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C
Kasie has extensive experience providing behavioral parent training for parents of children of all ages presenting with a wide variety of concerns.
5 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Rabia Subhani
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have been teaching parents of neurodivergent children about compassionate, mindfulness-based parenting for about 15 years now and have created my own program around this which incorporates mindfulness, compassion, neuroscience, and positive psychology.
17 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Tenikka Denard
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LCMHC
Parenting is tough and comes with no instruction manual. Wouldn't it be easier if it did? While everyone has to find their own method and strategies in parenting, I can help you learn different tools that can make that process a bit easier. I utilize Filial Therapy to help parents learn effective and gentle strategies in raising their kids. Let's discuss how I can help you find the joy in parenting again.
13 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Parenting in the best circumstances is hard and comes with inherent stress.
17 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Parenting is one of the most rewarding and most challenging roles an adult can take on — and yet it is one of the areas where people are least likely to ask for help. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I work with parents navigating parenting stress, child behavioral challenges, co-parenting conflict, blended family dynamics, parenting after divorce, and the emotional weight of raising children through difficult seasons. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic insight, and solution-focused intervention, I help parents develop practical tools, healthier communication patterns, and greater confidence in their role. Telehealth parenting therapy available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Kimberly Dudley
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Parenting can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging, stressful, and emotionally draining. Therapy can help you navigate parenting challenges, improve communication within your family, strengthen boundaries, manage parenting stress, and create healthier family dynamics that support both you and your children.
15 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Dr. Amy Hecht
Psychologist, PhD
I work with parents at all stages, from early childhood through adolescence, helping them navigate the often complex and evolving challenges of raising children. Parenting can be deeply meaningful, but also demanding, and many parents find themselves feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stretched in ways they didn’t anticipate.
My approach focuses on helping parents better understand their child’s emotional and developmental needs, while also making space for their own experience. I work collaboratively to strengthen connection, improve communication, and address patterns that may be contributing to conflict or stress within the family.
I also bring particular sensitivity to parenting within adoptive, donor-conceived, and other non-traditional families, where additional layers of identity, communication, and connection may emerge over time.
Above all, I aim to support parents in feeling more confident, grounded, and effective—so they can show up for their children with both clarity and compassion.
26 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is a boutique-style mental health practice located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. At Washington Psychological Wellness, the goal of parent-child interaction therapy is to help you better understand and connect with your child. By participating, you may discover ways to reinforce your child’s positive behaviors and help them more constructively deal with negative emotions. And, in turn, your child may respond positively to these healthier interactions – which means a closer relationship and better quality of life for both of you. Our clinicians are committed to helping you fulfill your specific parenting goals, skills, and needs. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy services are available. Call now to schedule your appointment or free initial 15-minute consultation!
12 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Keri Downs, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Keri Downs offers specialized parenting support and coaching to help parents navigate the challenges of raising children and adolescents. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Downs provides evidence-based guidance to empower parents with the tools and strategies they need to support their children’s mental health and development.
Dr. Downs’s approach to parenting support includes:
- Parent Coaching: Personalized coaching sessions to address specific parenting challenges and develop effective strategies for managing behavior, improving communication, and fostering a positive family environment.
- Parent Support Groups: Facilitated groups where parents can share experiences, gain insights, and receive support from Dr. Downs and other parents facing similar challenges.
- Behavior Management: Techniques to help parents manage their children’s behavior effectively, including positive reinforcement, setting boundaries, and implementing consistent consequences.
- Emotional Support: Guidance on how to support children’s emotional well-being, including strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and other emotional issues.
- Educational Resources: Providing parents with information and resources on child development, mental health, and effective parenting practices.
Dr. Downs’s parenting support is tailored to meet the unique needs of each family, ensuring personalized care that promotes healthy development and strong family relationships. She creates a supportive and empathetic environment where parents can feel confident in their parenting skills and strategies.
In addition to in-person sessions, Dr. Downs offers telehealth services in over 40 states, making it convenient for parents to access high-quality support from the comfort of their own homes. Her goal is to empower parents to create a nurturing and supportive environment for their children, fostering resilience and well-being for the entire family.
21 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Amanda Shrekenhamer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
I repeatedly hear my clients who are parents (especially those who are parents of young children), that they often feel unsupported and left behind, both by those who surround them, and by society as a whole. Being a parent isn't easy in the best of times, but being a parent in the current times can feel impossible. To all of the parents out there, I see you, and recognize the unique struggles you have had to confront. I often help parents find their way through parental burnout, balance parenting obligations with demanding work schedules, and find a sense of peace amongst the anxiety and uncertainty that can accompany raising children.
16 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Evolve Counseling Group LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
We provide a supportive environment to discuss any issues with parenting and provide insight into the potential struggles that come up when being a parent.
10 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD
Dr. Megie Shean
Psychologist, PsyD
Transitioning to parenting can be challenging, and each stage of it can be new and cause or heighten distress. I can support you in this.
7 Years Experience
Online in La Plata, MD (Online Only)
Parenting therapists in La Plata, Maryland Statistics
Parenting therapists in La Plata, Maryland average 19 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Parenting (100%), Anxiety or Fears (88%), and Depression (84%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Parenting |
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 61% | Stress |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 56% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 56% | ADHD |