Caroline is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) providing individual and couple therapy. She supports clients through stressors that arise, and assists them in tapping into self-discovery and internal resources to navigate through challenging times. Caroline creates a safe and supportive environment to work with her clients to heal relational wounds, foster understanding, create closeness, and support themselves and their partners through change and growth.
Caroline received her graduate degree from the University of Chicago, School of Social Service Administration. She completed a postgraduate training in family and couple therapy with the Ackerman Institute. She is currently pursuing certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. |
Regina is passionate about helping individuals and families reach greater self-acceptance and fulfillment. Her starting point is- what does this person or family deeply want and how can they feel free to speak about what is most true for them? She finds that authenticity, warmth, and humor go a long way toward creating that safe space. Her approach is active, and outcomes focused.
She is bilingual in English and Spanish, and specializes in work with adolescents, young adults, individuals, and families coping with stressors such as acculturation, grief and loss, and trauma; and individuals launching into independence or figuring out their sexual, gender, and cultural identities. |
Karen obtained a dual Master’s degree with honors in Counseling Psychology and
Professional Counseling from the Washington Adventist University in Takoma Park, Maryland. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from The Central American University in Nicaragua (Universidad Centroamericana, UCA). Karen has worked in various settings, including but not limited to the Montgomery County Child Welfare Services, Linkages to Learning program, providing school-based community and mental health services through a partnership with Montgomery County public schools and the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services. She has trained at the YMCA and the Maryland Treatment Center for Addiction. Karen is bilingual, with Spanish-English mastery, and has great cultural competence and experience working with diverse cultural communities. |
Renata is a warm, gentle, and personable therapist with several years of experience working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma history, and other mood disorders. Graduated with honors from the University of Maryland-Baltimore in clinical social work specialized in family and children, Renata uses a variety of evidence based interventions to help people of all ages, including couples and families to access their inner wisdom and heal from emotional pain.
Born and raised in Brazil, living in the United States for 20 years, Renata has vast experience working with immigrants from several countries speaking multiple languages. She is passionate about how internal and external environments influence our mental health, and is determined to help others foster healthy relationships and live their best lives. |
Melissa Pacas-Diaz, LMSW, is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with extensive experience in child welfare and social work. She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She brings extensive experience from her career in child welfare, where she supported children and families navigating trauma, transitions, and complex life challenges.
With a strong background in advocating for youth in foster care, Melissa specializes in helping children navigate trauma, build resilience, and develop healthy relationships. She takes a multicultural approach to therapy, honoring each client’s unique cultural background and life experiences. This perspective allows her to create a supportive, inclusive environment where clients feel valued and understood. |
Robyn Pearson, LCSW-C, LICSW, is a compassionate and dedicated clinical therapist with a profound commitment to healing and growth. She earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Howard University and holds independent licenses to practice in both Maryland and the District of Columbia. Robyn Pearson is a highly experienced Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical with 20 years of professional experience in the field of mental health, child welfare, and clinical management. Her extensive background includes conducting emergency room evaluations, providing inpatient psychiatric care, and delivering trauma-informed crisis interventions.
Robyn is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and adolescents navigate life’s challenges through compassionate and evidence-based care. She specializes in addressing a range of concerns, including communication and conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, postpartum mental health, and life transitions. |
Merve Saglam is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland in 2001 and later completed additional training through Loyola’s Master’s Plus Program in 2013.
Merve works with adults (21+) in individual and couples therapy. Her expertise includes treating anxiety, depression and mood disorders, ADHD, disordered eating, life transitions, grief, perfectionism, burnout, and relationship challenges. She has a particular clinical focus on women’s mental health, including the impact of the perimenopause-to-post-menopause transition and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) on identity, relationships, and overall well-being. She also provides pre- and post-surgery counseling for individuals undergoing bariatric/metabolic (weight-loss) surgery. |
Meghan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts. Since receiving her Master's degree in 2008, she has gained diverse experience in home-based, school, and clinical settings. She specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, addressing areas such as life transitions, grief, divorce, identity and career development, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Meghan holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health & Counseling Psychology from Lesley University. Her experience includes working at the New England Center for Children and serving as a school counselor for Montgomery County Public Schools. Recently, she trained with the Internal Family Systems Institute in the Intimacy From The Inside Out program, led by Toni Herbine-Blank. |
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