Women's Issues therapists in Damascus, Maryland MD
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Women's Issues
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological wellness is a boutique-style mental health practice located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. At Washington Psychological Wellness, we understand the unique cultural, environmental, biological, and psychological factors that may impact a woman's mental health and overall well-being. Our therapists can help with common women's issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, infertility, pregnancy & loss, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, posttraumatic stress, eating disorders, menopause, borderline personality, mood-related challenges, low self-worth, self-harming behaviors, and work-life balance. Washington Psychological Wellness is a body-positive, inclusive and affirmative practice that believes in equality for all regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, age, health or another status. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth options are available. Call now to schedule a free 15-minute consultation!
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Damascus, MD
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland
Women's Issues
Margaret Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LPCC
The contradictory expectations placed on women create unique psychological challenges—be confident but not intimidating, be ambitious but always available, take care of yourself but always prioritize others. My work with women acknowledges these complex social realities while creating space to define authentic values and boundaries. Through therapeutic exploration and targeted hypnotic work, we address issues including body image concerns, self-esteem challenges, relationship dynamics, and identity integration. This specialty focuses on helping women navigate societal expectations while developing internal resources to define success and worth on their own terms—creating lives of greater authenticity and fulfillment despite contradictory external messages.
15 Years Experience
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Margaret Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Women carry unique burdens that often go unacknowledged – the mental load of managing everyone's schedules and emotions, the impossible standards around appearance and aging, the pressure to be endlessly accommodating while also being assertive enough to succeed, the guilt of choosing career over more time with kids or kids over career advancement. Whether you're navigating reproductive choices, postpartum struggles, perimenopause, the particular grief of miscarriage or infertility, workplace dynamics where you're expected to be warm but not emotional, or the exhaustion of being the family's emotional infrastructure, these experiences shape how you move through the world. I work with women who are tired of shrinking themselves, over-apologizing, and putting everyone else's needs first. We explore how gender socialization taught you to be helpful and nice at the expense of your own boundaries, how to reclaim anger as valuable information rather than something to suppress, and how to take up space without guilt. This isn't about becoming harder or more masculine – it's about accessing your full range of humanity, including the parts you learned weren't acceptable for women to express.
13 Years Experience
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Dr. Samira Paul Olive Tree Psychology Clinic LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
At Olive Tree Psychology Clinic LLC, we provide a dedicated space for women to navigate the unique societal, biological, and cultural pressures they face throughout their lives. We specialize in addressing the "invisible load" of balancing professional ambitions with family expectations, as well as the specific mental health challenges related to reproductive health, postpartum transitions, and menopause. Our approach is deeply sensitive to the way gender intersects with cultural and faith-based identities, helping women reclaim their agency in spaces where they may feel unheard. We support women in setting healthy boundaries, overcoming perfectionism, and cultivating a self-identity that is defined by their own values rather than external demands.
7 Years Experience
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Amy Look
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Feeling the weight of expectations around who you're supposed to be and how you're supposed to show up in the world as a woman? Maybe you’re juggling multiple roles—professional, partner, parent, caretaker—and still feeling like it’s never enough. Together, we’ll explore the pressures you’re facing, reconnect with your needs, and work toward feeling more empowered. If you’re ready to start untangling these patterns, I’m here to help.
7 Years Experience
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland (Online Only)
Women's Issues
Pat Dudley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Women often have multiple roles that create complexity in their lives. I work with women to explore their unique needs and regain a sense of themselves.
In-Person Near Damascus, MD
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland
Women's Issues
Kelly McCabe
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C
Women often navigate unique pressures related to identity, relationships and expectations. I provide a supportive space to explore these challenges, strengthen your voice, and build balance and fulfillment.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Damascus, MD
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland
Women's Issues
Christine Highfill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC-S
Women often face unique challenges across different stages of life—from navigating relationships, career pressures, and motherhood, to managing transitions, identity shifts, or hormonal changes. These experiences can bring feelings of stress, self-doubt, or imbalance that are difficult to carry alone. In therapy, I provide a supportive, empowering space to process these challenges, strengthen coping strategies, and reconnect with your sense of self. Together, we’ll focus on building resilience, confidence, and balance so you can move forward feeling more grounded, fulfilled, and authentically yourself.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Damascus, MD
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland
Women's Issues
Andrea Miller
Counselor/Therapist, NCC
As a therapist, I approach women's issues with empathy and understanding, integrating Narrative Therapy to help my clients rewrite their narratives and redefine their identities in a way that empowers them. Through Person-Centered Therapy, I create a nurturing and validating environment where women feel safe to explore their emotions and experiences without fear of judgment. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I guide my clients in embracing their thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful steps towards living a life that aligns with their values and aspirations.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Damascus, MD
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland
Women's Issues
Shelby Willoughby
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
In my practice, I integrate a range of therapeutic modalities to address women's issues with sensitivity and empowerment. Utilizing a client-centered approach, I create a safe space for women to explore their experiences and challenges. By drawing from techniques such as art therapy, CBT, and narrative therapy, I aim to support women in gaining insight, building resilience, and fostering positive growth in navigating their unique journeys.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Damascus, MD
Online in Damascus, MD Maryland
Women's Issues therapists in Damascus, Maryland Statistics
Women's Issues therapists in Damascus, Maryland average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 86% |
Female |
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| 9% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 30% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 71% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 28% | Black / African American |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |