Online Social Isolation therapists in North Bethesda, Maryland MD
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Social Isolation
Dina Hijazi
Psychologist, PhD, CSAT
Social isolation can leave you feeling disconnected, lonely, and disconnected from the world around you. I work with clients to explore the factors contributing to isolation—whether it’s past trauma, social anxiety, or life changes—and help create pathways toward meaningful connections. Using a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and social skills training, we focus on rebuilding your sense of belonging, enhancing communication, and developing healthier, more fulfilling relationships. You don’t have to face isolation alone—together, we can create the change you’re seeking.
35 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our Social Isolation counseling services are dedicated to individuals experiencing the challenges and consequences of prolonged isolation. Whether due to life transitions, mental health issues, or external circumstances, social isolation can have profound impacts on one’s emotional, and physical well-being. Understanding the multifaceted nature of isolation, our counseling aims to provide a compassionate, supportive, and confidential environment where individuals can reconnect with themselves and the wider community.
Support and Strategies for Overcoming Social Isolation
* Personalized Counseling Sessions to understand the root causes of isolation and address any underlying mental health concerns such as depression or anxiety.
* Social Skills Training to equip individuals with the necessary tools for initiating and maintaining social interactions.
* Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and modify thoughts and behaviors contributing to feelings of isolation.
* Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques to help manage stress, enhance wellbeing, and foster a positive outlook.
* Community Engagement Guidance to assist individuals in finding groups, activities, or volunteering opportunities that align with their interests and comfort level.
Objectives of Social Isolation Counseling
Our Social Isolation Counseling seeks to:
* Provide a safe and understanding space for individuals to explore and express their feelings of loneliness and isolation.
* Foster a sense of belonging and connection through gradual exposure to social situations and community involvement.
* Combat the negative thought patterns and behaviors that perpetuate isolation.
* Enhance self-esteem and confidence in social settings.
* Encourage the development of healthy, supportive relationships and networks.
Addressing social isolation involves both internal work to build self-confidence and external efforts to create connections. By addressing the barriers to social engagement and equipping clients with practical skills, we work to open new pathways to connection and community.
9 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Dr. Kelsi Clayson
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Feeling disconnected from others can be one of the most painful human experiences. Maybe you’re struggling to find meaningful relationships, or you feel like you don’t quite belong anywhere. Perhaps you've withdrawn due to past hurts, anxiety, or life circumstances, and now the idea of reconnecting feels overwhelming or even impossible. Loneliness can creep in slowly or hit all at once, leaving you feeling invisible, misunderstood, or unsure of how to reach out.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Together, we’ll explore the barriers keeping you isolated—whether it’s fear, self-doubt, or uncertainty about where to start—and work toward creating connections that feel fulfilling and safe. Meaningful relationships aren’t just about having people around you; they’re about feeling truly seen and valued. You deserve that, and it’s never too late to take the first step toward connection.
8 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Dr. Jennifer McManus
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, PLLC
Does this sound familiar? You want to feel calm and confident in social situations, but instead you are so afraid that you will look stupid or be rejected that you have started avoiding spending time with others altogether. It has been hard for you to manage this level of social isolation on your own. Each day it becomes more difficult to focus on anything other than those worst-case scenarios that your mind so quickly creates. Life doesn’t have to go on this way. Hi, I’m Dr. Jennifer McManus, and I help women find relief from social isolation. I can help you, too. Online psychotherapy is particularly helpful in the early stages of treatment for social isolation. It is my mission to provide scientifically informed psychotherapy without sacrificing compassion and genuine concern.
12 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Tuvia Hoffman
Psychologist, Psychologist, PhD
Social isolation can leave you feeling lonely and disconnected, impacting your mental and emotional well-being. It often results from life changes, personal challenges, or difficulties in forming meaningful connections. Addressing social isolation involves understanding its root causes, exploring your needs, and finding ways to re-engage with others in fulfilling ways. Therapy can help you build new relationships, enhance your social skills, and create a network of meaningful connections.
9 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Patricia Webbink
Psychologist, MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology
The pandemic led to social isolation, and much of our contemporary lifestyle isolates us from one another. The need for social connection is a basic need and isolation can lead to anxiety and depression. Methods to combat this isolation are vital to survival in these challenging times. My regular free zoom seminars foster connection. Please feel free to call for information and/or a consultation: 301-229-8000.
56 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Sarita R. Schapiro, Ph.D., P.A.
Psychologist, Florida Licensed Psychologist PY4914, APIT Certified
Identify factors contributing to isolation and develop strategies to overcome these using a cognitive behavioral approach.
44 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Mariana Carabantes, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Social isolation may be a consequence of many circumstances and disorders. Retirement, illness, social anxiety, depression, can all lead to social isolation. People who become isolated tend to decline considerably both in physical and mental health.
16 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological wellness is a boutique-style mental health practice located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. At Washington Psychological Wellness, we believe that now, more than ever, we all need support. Our clinicians believe in the uniqueness of each individual. They will provide a comfortable and collaborative environment where one can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling, and being. We aim to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of your mental health concerns, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Given the COVID-19 pandemic, Washington Psychological Wellness is proud to offer easy-to-use HIPAA-compliant telehealth (online) therapy options. We are currently accepting new clients. Please call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults overcome social isolation and build meaningful, fulfilling connections with others. Feelings of loneliness and disconnection can arise from anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, chronic health conditions, or past experiences of rejection and loss. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), interpersonal strategies, and mindfulness-based techniques, I help clients increase confidence in social situations, strengthen communication skills, address barriers to connection, and develop supportive relationships. My goal is to help clients cultivate a greater sense of belonging, improve emotional well-being, and create a more connected and satisfying life.
12 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Brian M. Berman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Social isolation negatively impacts both depression and anxiety. I will work with you to better manage unwanted thoughts and feelings which interfere with daily living. I will work with you to begin widening your life in a comfortable and non-overwhelming manner.
22 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Tiyahna M
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC,LPCMH,NCC,C-DBT
Are you tired of being alone but afraid to open up to others? Lets figure out a way to help you rejoin society without fear or worry.
8 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Jenny Shields
Psychologist
When you’re outwardly successful but internally disconnected, isolation becomes a lonely companion—even in crowded rooms or surrounded by colleagues. Perhaps you’re adept at appearing socially engaged, but deep down you feel unseen or profoundly alone. Dr. Jenny Shields supports driven professionals to gently explore the roots of their isolation through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based techniques, and interpersonal therapy. With warmth and genuine understanding, she helps clients rebuild meaningful connections, move through barriers to intimacy, and regain a sense of authentic belonging—both personally and professionally.
12 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
Hhypnotherapy is considered a valuable tool for treating social isolation by addressing underlying causes like low self-esteem, anxiety, and negative thinking. It helps individuals break the cycle of loneliness, build confidence, and foster motivation to make social connections.Key aspects of how hypnotherapy treats social isolation include:Addressing Underlying Issues: Hypnotherapy helps identify and treats root causes of isolation, such as social anxiety, fear of judgment, or past traumatic experiences.Rewiring Thought Patterns: It assists in overcoming negative self-talk, boosting self-esteem, and encouraging a more positive self-image, which can make it easier to reach out to others.Building Social Confidence: Through visualization and mental rehearsal, sessions help patients feel more relaxed and confident in social situations.
Social isolation is undesirable for both physical and mental health. I have been helping individuals with this issue, treating them with Dicit hypnotherapy. All my clients with this issue are getting resilient in no time. It's your turn. Let me help you. Man cannot live alone. Let me train you to be social beyond compare.
10 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
Psychologist
Social isolation can affect emotional well-being, self-esteem, and overall quality of life. I work with adults who feel lonely, disconnected, or unsure how to re-engage with others. Whether you have experienced recent life changes, anxiety, loss, or long-standing patterns of withdrawal, therapy can provide a supportive space to explore your experience and move toward more meaningful connection. I use evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychoeducation, and mindfulness-informed strategies to help clients reconnect with others and with themselves. If you are feeling isolated or stuck, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
11 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Norma J. Perez
Psychologist, PhD
Wow, post COVID there is a lot of social isolation. Some of it may be fear of infection, but most of it is just because we lost our routine social activities and the friends we used to see all the time. I can help you figure out how to purposely find good matching friends who have similar values, are like-minded, and who enjoy doing the things you like to do. When anxiety sets in I can help you manage that so you can still live your best life. I have helped many people develop new social networks, whether because of relocation. change in life circumstance, or just because they outgrew their old social network. It's scary but so worth it when you find your tribe.
22 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed therapy for social isolation and related concerns, including loneliness, disconnection, difficulty forming or maintaining relationships, withdrawal from social contact, and feeling emotionally distant from others. Social isolation can significantly impact mental health, contributing to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and a reduced sense of meaning, belonging, and connection.
Brad takes a holistic and trauma-focused approach to social isolation, helping clients understand the emotional, psychological, and relational factors that may be contributing to withdrawal or disconnection from others. For many individuals, social isolation is connected to past trauma, attachment wounds, rejection experiences, social anxiety, or long-standing beliefs about safety, trust, or self-worth in relationships.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to help clients process underlying emotional pain, reduce avoidance patterns, and rebuild the capacity for safe and meaningful connection with others. Therapy focuses on strengthening emotional resilience, improving self-awareness, and gently increasing comfort in relational and social environments.
Brad works collaboratively with clients to identify barriers to connection, explore past experiences that may have contributed to isolation, and develop practical, individualized steps toward rebuilding relationships and social engagement at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
Therapy is supportive, non-judgmental, and tailored to each client’s needs, with an emphasis on emotional safety, empowerment, and sustainable change. The goal is not forced social engagement, but helping clients reconnect with others in ways that feel authentic, manageable, and aligned with their personal comfort level.
Healing is possible. With the right support, clients can move beyond isolation, rebuild meaningful connections, and experience greater belonging, emotional well-being, and quality of life.
28 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Natasha Shukla
Psychologist, PhD., LPC
Social isolation can be a deeply distressing experience. In therapy, I provide empathetic support for individuals grappling with social isolation, helping them not only reconnect with others but also address those core challenges. Together, we'll explore the deeper issues contributing to your isolation and develop practical strategies to rebuild your social networks. Whether it's tackling shyness, building self-confidence, or confronting specific emotional hurdles, we'll work on a holistic approach. My goal is to empower you to break free from isolation, foster meaningful connections, and enhance your overall well-being by addressing those fundamental concerns at the root. Remember, you're not alone in this journey, and I'm here to provide the guidance and support you need.
15 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Dr. Mike Strand
Psychologist, PsyD
Social isolation can quietly take root in our lives, leaving feelings of loneliness and disconnection that weigh heavily on the soul. In my practice, I offer a compassionate ear to those who feel adrift and disconnected from the world around them. Together, we explore pathways to reconnect with oneself and others, fostering meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging, step by gentle step.
18 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD
Social Isolation
Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Isolation may feel protective but often deepens loneliness and shame. I use IFS, attachment work, and integrative approaches to help clients explore the parts that fear connection and slowly build safety in relationships. Somatic and mindfulness practices support regulation in social settings. My diagnostic expertise clarifies overlap with depression, trauma, or personality disorders, and I work with prescribers when needed.
29 Years Experience
Online in North Bethesda, MD (Online Only)
Social Isolation therapists in North Bethesda, Maryland Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in North Bethesda, Maryland average 17 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Isolation (100%), Anxiety or Fears (98%), and Social Anxiety (92%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Social Isolation |
| 98% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 86% | Stress |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Loss or Grief |