Online Forgiveness therapists in Riverdale, Maryland MD
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MJB Wellness LLC
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Coach, Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Sex Educator, Certified Reiki
For so many of my clients, the root of their issues lies in emotional and physical abuse, family dysfunction, or conflicts with people in their lives, whether it be family, work, community. Most hypnotherapists will tell you that freedom from negative feelings and healing can't be complete without forgiveness. Whenever working on such cases we always seek to move our clients towards forgiveness, so they can lay their conflict to rest and move on with their lives.
8 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Dr. Brittany Jacobson
Psychologist, PhD, CST
You may feel stuck between holding on to hurt and wondering how to let go. I offer a supportive space to process these experiences at your own pace, without forcing forgiveness before you’re ready. Together, we focus on healing, finding closure with the past, and moving forward with more peace.
10 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Shannon Gorres
Life Coach, MDiv, MA
Whether you got betrayed or did something to hurt someone else, approaching forgiveness is not easy. There are complex factors involved, including our personal histories and the current context of the situation. Sometimes taking responsibility looks differently than we first thought, and that too can be hard to accept. When we approach forgiveness with respect for ourselves and the other person, we can approach it with dignity. Humans mess up, and humans can make amends or repair what's possible to repair. We can forgive without returning to the same situation. We can forgive and need to address the issue again later, from another layer or standpoint. Forgiveness is a process, that hopefully results- after addressing harm or hurt thoroughly- in feeling lighter, freer, and happier.
11 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
PSYCHe, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, DBT-LBC™, LPC, PsyD, MSW, Marriage and Family Counselor, LCSW
A number of our clinicians can help clients navigate complex relationships and process events and traumas.
12 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Dr. L A McCrae
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCADC, FOT, CCTP, CCTSA
Within the Black prophetic tradition, Forgiveness is a tool for the internal liberation of the survivor, not an obligation to the harmer. We explore how to release the "head trash" of past trauma so it no longer dictates your future autonomy. In this practice, we view the choice to forgive as a radical act of self-reclamation.
7 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Dr. Danielle Goodwin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Anger and depression may stem from lack of forgiveness of either others or self. We all have been hurt and may have difficulty with forgiving the unforgivable. We often forget that we all make mistakes and no human is perfect. Forgiveness can be difficult but is essential for healing as an individual and in relationships. Lets work on helping you to be able to give grace to others and yourself, so you can work on healing.
25 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who are carrying pain, anger, guilt, or unfinished emotional business from relationships that have been complicated or hurtful, including their relationship with themselves. Forgiveness is often misunderstood as excusing harm, minimizing what happened, or reconciling with someone who hurt you. In reality, many people come to therapy because they want relief from the internal weight of what happened and from the way they speak to themselves about it, not because they want to repair the relationship or “move on” before they are ready. You may feel torn between what you think you are supposed to feel and what you actually feel, or caught between loyalty, resentment, grief, and self‑protection. You might also feel stuck in self‑blame, replaying past choices and wishing you had done things differently.
People often seek this kind of work after emotional abuse, betrayal, estrangement, family conflict, or long histories of being the one who absorbs more than their share. These experiences can leave you questioning your reactions, doubting your worth, or feeling responsible for keeping the peace even when it costs you. Over time, the pressure to forgive, from others or from yourself, can create even more confusion, shame, and exhaustion.
In our work together, forgiveness is not a requirement or a destination. I am open to whatever feels most honest and supportive for you, whether that eventually includes forgiveness or not. The focus is on self‑forgiveness and inner relief. We explore what happened with clarity and compassion, how it has shaped your sense of self, and what you have been carrying alone. We make space for the parts of you that still feel hurt, protective, angry, or loyal, and the parts that long for softness and rest. The intention is to help you find a steadier, kinder way of relating to your own story, one that feels honest, grounded, and not dictated by pressure from others. If forgiveness, toward yourself or someone else, becomes part of that process, it can emerge naturally from understanding and self‑respect, not obligation.
26 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Peter Gould
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in forgiveness, I provide compassionate and effective treatment for clients who have experienced mistreatment and wish to move forward in a way that aligns with their lives. My approach, informed by evidence-based therapies, is tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. Forgiving those who have harmed us or forgiving ourselves for past mistakes is often a crucial step in the healing process. I focus on helping clients achieve forgiveness to promote self-healing, self-empowerment, and personal liberation, enabling them to let go of anger and find peace.
22 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD (Online Only)
Gayle MacBride
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Forgiveness is about loss and grief. Often people want to approach this as if it's just something we can do and move on. In therapy you'll learn what is keeping you stuck, how to talk about what you lost, and ways to begin moving though those difficult feelings.
20 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Daybreak Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LPCMH, NCC
Bitterness is a poison that prevents one from feeling their full measure of joy. Forgiveness isn't always easy, but it can be freeing.
9 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Forgiveness, whether of yourself or others, can be a difficult and complex process. I work with clients who are struggling with the emotional weight of unresolved hurt, guilt, or resentment. Together, we’ll explore what forgiveness means for you, helping you find peace and move forward. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT and ACT, we’ll work on releasing past pain and creating space for healing and personal growth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Tiyahna M
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC,LPCMH,NCC,C-DBT
Forgiveness is not for the other person but for you to be realized from the poison of holding on to grudges that have made you continuously unhappy.
8 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD (Online Only)
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is a boutique-style mental health practice located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Our clinicians are specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of various mental health conditions in children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our clinicians provide a non-judgmental collaborative environment in which 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 current distress, provide strategies to help you cope, and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Our therapists will tailor treatment to your unique needs. Treatment will include an integrative approach consisting of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness meditation, solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, and other holistic and empirically validated therapeutic modalities. Our goal is to help you lead a life worth living. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Dr. Mike Lee
Psychologist
I help individuals approach forgiveness with care—honoring both what was hurt and what must be protected. The work is depth-informed and collaborative: we study what is happening above and beneath the surface, give language to injury and accountability, and translate that clarity into workable steps. The aim is durable change—less bitterness and self-criticism, more freedom and choice, and relationships that can repair with trust and self-respect intact.
13 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Kimberly Dudley
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Forgiveness can be one of the most difficult aspects of healing, especially after experiencing deep hurt or betrayal. Together, we’ll explore what forgiveness means, process painful experiences, and work toward healing without minimizing your pain. Whether the goal is forgiving yourself or someone else, therapy can help you move forward with greater freedom and peace.
15 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Forgiveness is a deeply personal process that can be challenging—but also profoundly freeing. Whether you're working toward forgiving someone else or yourself, I offer a compassionate space to explore the pain, anger, and complexity that often come with it. Together, we’ll move at your pace, using evidence-based tools and genuine human connection to support healing, set healthy boundaries, and foster emotional release without minimizing your experience.
5 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Dr. Sonia Ovuehor Ovy
Counselor/Therapist, Doctor of science in Counselling Psychology, Msc Conflict Resolution, Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy, Counselling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certificate in Mental Health Studies, Suicide Prevention and Intervention, Diploma in Relationship and Family Counselling, CPD in Neuro Linguistic Programming.
As a professional therapist, I help clients move past the hurt phase by revisiting the past and applying reframing techniques that may help them realize the true power of forgiveness.
9 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD (Online Only)
Cheryl S Rubenstein
Psychologist, PhD
Forgiveness is not necessarily easy, but it can really free you up.
19 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Forgiveness counseling is a transformative process that facilitates the release of resentment, anger, and hurt that often maintains a hold on one's emotional well-being. Our services in this area focus on assisting clients as they navigate the complex path toward forgiving others and, equally importantly, themselves. This journey can pave the way for healing, inner peace, and the restoration of fractured relationships.
Fostering Compassion and Peace Through Forgiveness
* Understanding Forgiveness: We begin by exploring the true meaning of forgiveness, debunking myths, and setting realistic expectations about what forgiveness does and does not entail.
* Addressing Emotional Pain: A safe and empathetic space for clients to express and work through the emotional pain that has inhibited their ability to forgive, fostering a deeper understanding of their own feelings and experiences.
* Personal Empowerment: Forgiveness is framed as a choice and an act of personal empowerment, rather than a sign of weakness or an obligation to others.
* Letting Go of Harmful Attachments: Counseling focuses on helping individuals let go of negative attachments to past events and the people who have caused them harm, enabling them to reclaim their mental and emotional freedom.
* Reconciliation versus Release: We help clients discern between reconciliation—a restored relationship with the one who wronged them—and release, which is to free oneself from the burden of unresolved hurt.
Goals of Forgiveness Counseling
Our forgiveness counseling aims to assist clients in:
* Processing and Accepting Hurtful Events: Acknowledge and accept the reality of what happened in order to move forward.
* Liberating from the Past: Break free from the anchor of past hurts that impede current happiness and emotional wellness.
* Enhancing Personal Growth: Use the process of forgiveness as a catalyst for personal growth and self-improvement.
* Healing Emotional Wounds: Begin to heal the emotional wounds inflicted by others or oneself.
* Restoring Inner Peace: Achieving a sense of inner peace, regardless of whether the relationship with the offender is reconciled.
The act of forgiveness can be a profoundly liberating experience that goes far beyond mending relationships with others—it's an act of healing for oneself. Our skilled therapists are dedicated to guiding you through the emotional complexities of forgiveness, empowering you to let go of the past and embrace a more peaceful, fulfilling future. Connect with us to explore how forgiveness counseling can be a vital step in your personal journey of healing and growth.
9 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Autumnleaf Group, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
-Autumnleaf Group offers virtual sessions for clients located in Virginia, DC, Maryland and Colorado as well as in-person sessions in Virginia. Our multi-faceted specialties include attachment and trauma, EMDR, grief and loss, CBT, and financial social work. We work with clients experiencing a variety of issues to include readiness to disrupt old patterns that no longer serve you, trauma, relationships, stress, loss, grief, anxiety, divorce, parenting, transitions in life/work, seeking intrapersonal growth, money relationship/behavior struggles and adjustment issues.
20 Years Experience
Online in Riverdale, MD
Forgiveness therapists in Riverdale, Maryland Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Riverdale, Maryland average 17 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Forgiveness (100%), Anxiety or Fears (92%), and Depression (87%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Forgiveness |
| 92% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 87% | Depression |
| 80% | Self Esteem |
| 74% | Loss or Grief |
| 72% | Stress |
| 66% | Social Anxiety |