Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Bethesda, Maryland MD
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HSP
Louisa Lombard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, PPS
Being a Highly Sensitive Person comes with great gifts as well as some unique challenges. Researchers estimate that 20-30% of people (and many animal species) are more sensitively-wired. In fact, it's estimated that over 40% of people who reach out for therapy are highly sensitive. I specialize in working with HSPs and have for a number of years. Learning about Dr. Elaine Aron's research around HSPs was transformative for me personally and professionally. I find that HSP clients as well as parents raising HSP kids benefit from HSP-knowledgeable and -supportive therapy, using a gentle approach that identifies and validates the gifts and provides strategies for navigating the tricky parts (prone to overstimulation in overwhelming environments, people-pleasing, perfectionism, boundaries, difficulty with conflict, among others). HSPs are deep feelers, deep processors, have immense empathy for others, and naturally notice all the details of people and the places they are in.
13 Years Experience
Online in Bethesda, MD Maryland (Online Only)
HSP
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
At Washington Psychological Wellness, we understand the unique experiences of being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) — someone who feels emotions deeply, notices subtleties others may miss, and can become easily overwhelmed by stress or stimulation. Our therapists provide compassionate, tailored support to help HSPs embrace their sensitivity as a strength while learning tools to navigate the challenges it can bring.
We work with children, teens, and adults to build resilience, set healthy boundaries, manage overwhelm, and foster self-acceptance. Therapy can help you thrive in relationships, at work, and in daily life while honoring your authentic self.
If you identify as highly sensitive, we’re here to support you on your journey to greater balance, confidence, and well-being.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bethesda, MD
Online in Bethesda, MD Maryland
HSP
Chesapeake Behavioral Health Serivces
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C, LCPC
Our therapists are trained in effective approaches to manage being a highly sensitive person.
17 Years Experience
Online in Bethesda, MD Maryland (Online Only)
HSP
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
From one highly sensitive person to another, it can be a crazy world out there. Two things that I've found helpful:
1st, resiliency training: Although our bodies can react to things that other people might brush off, Somatic Experiencing can help build up our ability to settle our stress and activation levels. That party might still be uncomfortably loud, but it's more tolerable when you have confidence that you can quickly find comfort again once you leave.
2nd: Boundary training and asking for what you want: As we get better at knowing what would help us feel more comfortable, and better at asking for it, we can start to re-shape our environment to feel better. Then as we feel better, and as our loved ones know how to help us, we are more resourceful, more able to connect with others, and more able to be the people we want to be in the world.
11 Years Experience
Online in Bethesda, MD Maryland (Online Only)
HSP
Peter C. Jackson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
If you identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you likely experience the world with exceptional depth, noticing details and subtleties that others might miss. While this brings rich insights and creativity, it can also lead to feeling drained, anxious, or overstimulated. I provide a supportive environment where we celebrate your unique nervous system and explore how to optimize your well-being. Our work focuses on building emotional resilience, creating nurturing practices, and developing personalized tools to navigate life's intensity, empowering you to thrive in your authenticity.
33 Years Experience
Online in Bethesda, MD Maryland
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Bethesda, Maryland Statistics
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Bethesda, Maryland average 20 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (57%), Psychodynamic Therapy (46%), and Somatic Therapy (46%).
Average years in practice
20 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
Online Only |
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| 39% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 57% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 46% | Somatic Therapy |
| 43% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 54% | Young Adult |
| 39% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 29% | Jewish |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |