Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Columbia, MD

I have been in private practice for over 24 years. I work with my clients to resolve past issues and work towards their present and future goals. I use a variety of skills to provide the best treatment for each client, including cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, hypnosis and strength based. I provide individual, couples and family therapy.

"Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards." Soren Kierkegaard

Unfortunately, most of us have been impacted by a traumatic experience or by multiple traumatic events.

Very few of us are immune.

Thus, the need for Shadow Work.

As a Certified Trauma Psychotherapist and LCSW-C (#11130) for close to 30 years, I have had the privilege of working with people who are invested in undergoing the journey of untangling past trauma in order to excavate, illuminate, and cultivate a new sense of Self. As a Resilience Practitioner, who is primarily psychodynamically-oriented, I embody an integrative approach as each person seeking assistance has unique needs.

I use a variety of therapy models based on our assessment of your needs along with your goals. I am here to help guide you through your journey and provide tools and education to improve your quality of life.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I started my career in pediatric intensive care, which sparked my love for supporting people of all ages through hard times. I now work with both kids and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood changes, ADHD, autism, and substance use concerns.

Hi there! I am a licensed psychologist and completed a doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Adelphi University. I use evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy when working with clients. I specialize in the treatment of individuals with OCD, anxiety disorders, and substance use difficulties, as well as families of individuals who struggle in these ways.

I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience in both general psychiatry and addiction medicine. My background spans a wide range of mental health conditions — from anxiety and depression to bipolar disorder and substance use — and I bring a deeply holistic perspective to every patient I work with. I offer telehealth care with flexible scheduling, including early morning appointments starting at 7:30am for those who need care before their workday begins.