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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Rockville, MD

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Rockville, MD

Find trauma and PTSD support in Rockville with evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. Headway connects you with 2,248 licensed providers experienced in trauma recovery, offering virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and affordable care through insurance.

Dr. Dae'Quawn Landrum

Dr. Dae'Quawn Landrum

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy is a collaborated process, which means you and I will work together to establish treatment goals and objectives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Traci Jordan

Traci Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Bowie, MD


“I like to use treatment modalities which compliments my clients' lifestyle and comfort, which will build self-esteem, self-confidence, and security in themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Judith Egbe

Dr. Judith Egbe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Your mood or whatever diagnosis is/are identified does not define you as a person but rather guides me to tailor your treatment to your unique needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Katharine Larson

Katharine Larson

Therapist

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


“I also have a growing focus on high performers: executives, leaders, and professional athletes who are trying to sustain success without burning out.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Mapendo Karen Safari

Dr. Mapendo Karen Safari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laurel, MD


“During our first session, you can expect a personalized and attentive experience that focuses on understanding your needs and developing a tailored treatment plan just for you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joi Dyson

Joi Dyson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Joi Dyson, LCSW-C — a therapist, life coach, and intuitive healer with 20 years of experience helping women break free from patterns that no longer serve them.

I specialize in working with women in their who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — even when everything looks fine on the outside. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, or creatives navigating issues like perfectionism, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, or chronic relationship struggles. You may have accomplished a lot — yet still carry a quiet, persistent feeling of “not enough.”

Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cosby Obeng-Gyimah

Cosby Obeng-Gyimah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe the best care starts with listening. In our sessions, I will ask thoughtful questions, stay curious about your experience, and work with you to find a direction that fits your life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shalia Seibles

Shalia Seibles

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should provide a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable exploring meaningful change.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alesha Leonard

Dr. Alesha Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I offer a compassionate space for clients to deeply explore their thoughts and emotions before facilitating change.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Abiola Oshin

Abiola Oshin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a compassionate, client-centered mental health professional dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate life's challenges and work toward meaningful, lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Destiny Hilliard-Thomas

Destiny Hilliard-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I sincerely believe that everyone deserves to pursue their ideal self in order to facilitate social, emotional and mental wellness.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Moronke Aboyewa

Moronke Aboyewa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I create a warm, empathetic space where you feel safe to explore, question, and process life circumstances without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Derica Blackmon

Derica Blackmon

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a special interest in supporting women of color and people who feel overwhelmed by caregiving, work, or the pressure to hold everything together.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kathleen Lewis

Kathleen Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is collaborative and client-centered. That means I don't take a one-size-fits-all approach...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Hellen Gachuhi

Hellen Gachuhi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about your experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tameka Dawkins

Tameka Dawkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, culturally diverse environment and quality patient care through evidence-based practice.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenifer Butler

Jenifer Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Every individual has an innate capacity for growth, healing, and resilience when given the space to be seen, heard, and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jameshia Dixon

Jameshia Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can talk openly, gain insight, develop new skills, and feel empowered to move forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alexa Damuth

Alexa Damuth

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring warmth, energy, and a nonjudgmental presence to every session, creating a space where you can feel truly seen and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Zainab Pierre

Zainab Pierre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Mrs Zainab Pierre, [MSN, PMHNP] is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Professional with extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing a broad range of mental and behavioral health conditions across diverse populations. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and a passion for holistic care, she specializes in providing compassionate, patient-centered treatment for individuals coping with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, and trauma-related conditions.


Mrs Zainab is skilled in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, crisis intervention, and care coordination, and works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for clients. Committed to advancing mental health equity, she also advocates for community-based solutions, mental health education, and stigma reduction.


She currently practices with United healthcare Washington DC and TRIPLEZEES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC and holds a BSN and MSN, bringing a blend of clinical expertise, cultural sensitivity, and genuine empathy to every therapeutic encounter.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Olushola Bakare

Dr. Olushola Bakare

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“If racing thoughts or constant worry are running your day, we'll use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify what's driving it and build practical tools to quiet it down.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amal Afzal

Amal Afzal

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a soft, warm, and client-centered approach, as therapy should be a place where you feel safe and heard.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
June Dickerson

June Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My office setting provides an inviting, non-judgmental, safe, nurturing, and peaceful atmosphere to promote healing.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Terrence Proctor

Terrence Proctor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I use an approach that is based in Trauma Informed practices and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Fields

Christina Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe you already carry the strength within you to heal, grow, and create the life you desire—sometimes you just need the right support along the way.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Gloria Johnston

Dr. Gloria Johnston

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My practice is centered around the belief that mental and physical health are deeply interconnected...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Belinda Fosuhene

Belinda Fosuhene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My priority is delivering compassionate, evidence-based care that's tailored to each person I work with.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ifeyinwa Utoh-Ofodile

Ifeyinwa Utoh-Ofodile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bowie, MD


“Ify is caring, compassionate, and self-motivated, she is committed to providing client-centered and quality individualized care to people with mental health concerns.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Binta Bojang

Dr. Binta Bojang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I have more than 20 years experience in healthcare with varied experiences including medical and mental health care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Audrey Forka

Audrey Forka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Havre de Grace, MD


“Audrey's philosophy as integrative family mental health practitioner is founded on her belief that the body, mind and human spirit are dynamic systems of an integrated whole...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Courtney Grossnickle

Courtney Grossnickle

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am an eclectic counselor who believes that every client is different and deserves a unique treatment plan created together.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Meliora Davies

Meliora Davies

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Upper Marlboro, MD


“I bring energy and openness to every conversation, and I'm always looking for new ways to help people move forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Valerie Medina Hurst

Valerie Medina Hurst

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and culturally affirming. I draw on CBT, DBT, ACT, CPT, psychodynamic, somatic, and family systems frameworks.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Doris Onyima

Dr. Doris Onyima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Sherry James

Dr. Sherry James

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe mental health care should be compassionate, collaborative, and centered around the whole person.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sidonie Heumen

Sidonie Heumen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that mental health treatment is most effective when it is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to each individual's unique needs, values, and life experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Awa Diakite

Awa Diakite

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in a collaborative approach, ensuring you feel heard and empowered throughout your journey to better mental health.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Akuele Mayanza

Akuele Mayanza

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm trained to offer medication management alongside therapeutic care, which means I can support you not only through talk-based therapy but also through medication if that's part of your treatment plan.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Roberto Celis

Roberto Celis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and humanistic. I believe that feeling understood and supported is a key component of the change process.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katrina Clemons

Katrina Clemons

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring extra training and genuine interest in working with military and service-connected clients, since I know their experiences call for a different kind of understanding.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Rockville, MD

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Rockville, MD
There are over 45 therapists in Rockville, MD accepting new patients.
45+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 91%PTSD
  • 82%Stress management
  • 80%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 78%Cigna
  • 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 60%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 4%Yoruba
  • 2%Bengali
  • 2%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 42%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 13%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy

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