Elliott Schwartz

In my experience, I've found that the more clients are interested and motivated to make changes, the more they will benefit from the therapeutic process. Client's issues can vary from dealing w a change or transition in their lives to someone who struggles with a chronic mental health issue. Clients are able to be practical and realistic in relation to their goals. Typically, clients are wanting to have a safe space and connection in order to reduce the intensity, duration, or frequency of their issues or associated symptoms. I am licensed to see clients in both Virginia and Maryland.

I offer a holistic approach to helping people. I believe in a "whatever it takes" client-centered approach which can include some of the following modalities: CBT, DBT, Decision-making, Psycho-education, Stress Management, Direct Social Skills training, Mindfulness, and Relaxation.

First sessions are typically information gathering (assessment), a chance to ask questions, and become familiar with what brings you into therapy.

You can expect us to identify goals and objectives for treatment as well as identifying needs and strengths.