The Awesome Therapist Directory:

Child Therapists in the DMV

  • Catherine Kioi, Safe Haven Counseling

    “I work with children, teens and young adults experiencing stress at home/school/work. If your child is struggling with temper tantrums, anxiety, low self-esteem or anger outbursts, this could be their way of alerting you of a bigger problem. I provide play, sand tray, and art therapy techniques to help them express their feelings openly, learn healthy communication styles and develop coping skills they can use when struggling. I also enjoy working with college students and young adults that struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, pandemic issues and relationship problems. If this sounds like you, please don't hesitate to reach out.”

    Insurances Accepted: None.

    *Will provide superbill to clients for insurance reimbursement

  • Montgomery County Counseling Center

    The Montgomery County Counseling Center accepts children for individual therapy starting at age 7. They also offer work with DBT specialists, family therapy and parent coaching work.

    Offering services virtually and at two locations in Olney and Rockville.

    Insurances Accepted: None.

    *Will provide superbill to clients for insurance reimbursement

  • Roberta Wasserman, LCSW-C

    “I have years of experience both personally and professionally working with children. Personally I raised 4 children as a stay at home mother and they are all 4 college educated and married with families today. Professionally I am trauma informed and I worked for Villa Maria of Catholic Charities as a therapist going into the county schools. I love working with children. I am trained in trauma, addictions, grief, couples counseling, family estrangement, divorce and parental alienation.”

    Insurances Accepted: BCBS

    *Will provide superbill to out of network clients for insurance reimbursement

  • Ann E. Ritz, Inward & Onward

    Ann’s passion is to provide a protected space for students, interns, professionals, helpers and healers. With nearly 20 years experience in the field of mental health, I understand just how much you carry.

    Insurances Accepted: None.

    *Will provide superbill to clients for insurance reimbursement

  • John Polanco, Olive Branch Counseling Services

    “I’m an LCPC and my niche is family therapy. I work a lot with families who are having difficulty with parenting strategies or when the children are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, ADHD, or academic difficulty. I am also bilingual in Spanish.”

    Insurances Accepted: Cigna and Johns Hopkins EHP/Family Health Plan

  • Creative Psychological Health Services

    Creative Psychological Health Services is a private mental health practice located in Catonsville, MD, specializing in both play and expressive therapies for children, teens, adults, and families. We offer virtual and in person appointments.

    Insurances Accepted: CareFirst, Cigna, Aetna

  • Allison Clayton, Shine the Light Counseling

    Alli Clayton, LCSW-C (she/her) sees adolescents and young adults, beginning around age 10. Alli specializes in trauma, depression and anxiety and is trained in brainspotting. She offers sessions in person and via telehealth and also speaks Spanish. She believes in creating a safe space where all are welcomed, challenged, and believed in.

    Insurances Accepted: None

    *Will provide superbill for insurance reimbursement

  • Bright Futures Ahead

    We provide therapy, OMHC, PRP, IOP/OP, PHP, Respite, Mobile Crisis 24/7, Medication Management and In Person and Telehealth available.

    Insurances Accepted: Medicaid, Medicare,

    *All major insurances coming soon.

  • Christina deGraft-Johnson

    “I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) specializing in Children, Adolescent, and Young Adult issues.

    I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the therapeutic process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Reaching out to a therapist can often be hard. You may fear being judged or being vulnerable with a stranger. But I am confident that given the chance, you will see the benefits in talking with me as I really want to help you succeed. My hope is that you take this leap of faith and see how I can best support you. We can only do the best that we can.”

    Insurances Accepted: Hopkins, BCBS

  • Thinking Tree Psychology

    We are in Severna Park and have 8 clinicians who provide a range of service including child therapy, therapy for young adults, family therapy, trauma therapy, therapy for chronic illness and psycho educational testing.

    Insurances Accepted: None

    *Will provide superbill for insurance reimbursement

  • Marcia Starkman, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS-BC

    Marcia is an APRN, with a Masters in Child/Adolescent Psych MH Nursing. Marcia does not prescribe medication and welcomes verbal littles through young adults.

    Telehealth only. Weekend/eve appts available

    Insurances Accepted: Optum, Cigna, BCBS, Tricare, MD Medicaid

  • Stony Run Psychology & Wellness

    We are a practice of child psychologists working with children as young as 2.

    Insurances Accepted: BCBS

  • Healing Hart Wellness

    We specialize in childhood and adolescent anxiety and ADHD, big transitions, 2E kiddos, and parent support. Telehealth and In person available in Harford County.

    Insurances Accepted: None, Private Pay

    *Will provide superbill for insurance reimbursement

  • SOAR Program at Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates

    We are the SOAR Program for Psychotherapy & Testing at WBMA, LLC. We are a unique practice, providing comprehensive, collaborative mental health care through our team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists. Our patient population is diverse, and we are neurodiversity affirmative and inclusive and welcoming to all. We are dedicated to creating the most helpful treatment path for each and every person and family. We offer individual and group therapy, parenting, art therapy, psychiatry, comprehensive testing, and TMS, Neurofeedback, and VR therapy.

    We work with individuals of every age.

  • Playful Therapy Connections

    We specialize in supporting neurodivergent kids (3yo+), teens, young adults & families. This includes focusing on anxiety, depression, & navigating a neurotypical-world while being autistic and/or an ADHD’r as well as related parenting support.

    We love to combine play therapy, digital play therapy, gaming, geek culture and talk therapy. Both individual & group options are available. Serving MD, DC & VA and 100% virtual.

    Insurances Accepted: We are OON

    *Will provide superbill for insurance reimbursement

  • Christy Green, LGPC

    In a non-judgmental, compassionate manner, using a strengths-based approach, I help adults, children, and teens, empower themselves, while providing guidance towards improving their quality of life, and resolving issues. During our sessions, I will support you in identifying emotional triggers, learning coping techniques, healthier communication strategies, healthier thinking patterns, conflict resolution skills, and developing self-care practices, that help lead to psychological wellness and stability.

    Insurances Accepted: BCBS, Carefirst

  • Christie Chorbajian, LCMFT, DBT-C

    Christie brings a unique skill set to Resonate as a bi-lingual (English and Spanish) therapist who has experience managing a Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Program. In addition to being well versed in DBT, she is a widely diverse practitioner who also draws from CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy and Functional Family Therapy.

    She works with children 8 and up, teens, adults and parents. Her specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Social Skills, Communication, Impulsivity, Relationships/Boundary Issues, Family Issues, Trauma and Self-Harm.

    Insurances Accepted: Cigna, (BCBS & Carefirst in June 2022)

  • Lydia Hubbard, LMSW

    Therapy is a place to take care of your mind. I see strength and courage in vulnerability, bravery in facing discomfort, and growth in being human. I believe in the significance of meeting others where they are, with empathy and acceptance. I hope to guide individuals on their own paths and support them in reaching their unique goals.

    I incorporate a variety of practices, including mindfulness to relax the mind and body, distress tolerance to manage emotions, and cognitive reframing to challenge thoughts. I have experience providing services in an outpatient mental health clinic, a residential program for youth, and treatment foster care. I am here to explore, empower, and guide one to what they already have within themselves.

    Insurances Accepted: Cigna, BCBS

  • Shelley Maxwell, LCSW-C

    Piece Of Mind Behavioral Therapy focuses on providing individuals and families with the support they need to put the pieces of their lives together.

    There are times in our lives when we need a little extra support, someone to help us see the picture more clearly. I specialize in working with those struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. I also work with those with ADHD.

    I graduated from the University of Maryland School of Social work in 2017. I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide spectrum of needs. I completed my internship in a Diagnostic Clinic and have been working in outpatient mental health treatment since.

    I use an eclectic approach to therapy, evaluating each client individually and designing a treatment plan according to the client's desired outcome for treatment.

    Insurances Accepted: Cigna

  • Alison Huang, LCPC, ACS

    Alison is a person-centered therapist and she is experienced in working with adolescents and adults. Her goal is to empower and motivate clients.

    She uses holistic approach and her style is very flexible. She draws a variety of modalities (CBT, mindfulness, and Ericksonian hypnosis) to meet clients’ needs.

    Even though she does not prescribe medications, she is the prescriber for tips of happiness. She is specialized in finding the silver lining in a difficult situation and she will guide you to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

    Her clients often describe her approach is warm, enlightening, and interactive. She believes that everyone has their own gifts and full of potential and her job is to guide clients to get close to their inner wisdom and unfold their potential.

    She is confident to help clients reach to the stage of authenticity, mindfulness, and embrace who they are.

    Alison originally comes from Taiwan and she travels to Taiwan once a year to facilitate workshop related to stress management, building a healthy relationship, and communication skills. She is interested in human behaviors and especially enjoys working with clients from diverse backgrounds.

    She is a believer to practice what you preach. Hence, when she is not in therapy room, she enjoys yoga, meditation, travel, and explore nature.

Parent Supportive Services

  • Lauren DeMarco, LCSW-C, Indigo Counseling

    Virtual Counseling for Highly Sensitive People, Empaths, and Helping Professionals in Maryland

    Guiding you to heal your relationship to anxiety + stress + perfectionism so you can stop living small + embrace who you were meant to be.

  • Jessica Baird, Kids Can Cope

    Kids Can Cope Owner, Jessica Baird has been a Certified Child Life Specialist for 10 years, working in a variety of settings with children and their families.

    Jessica specializes in providing specific psycho education and support for children and families undergoing stressful healthcare experiences

What do all these Insurance terms mean??

Self Pay - Paying for services out of pocket, no insurance is used.

OON- Out of Network. This means that the provider does not accept insurance but you could possibly be reimbursed for services from your insurance company by submitting a superbill.

Superbill - A billing document detailing services provided and payments made. This document is submitted to your insurance company for them to reimburse you.

Self Pay - Paying for services out of pocket, no insurance is used.

 *This directory is for informational purposes only. Playful Minds Therapy is not affiliated with any therapist or therapist group listed.