Business Details
Your Trusted Psychotherapy Partner in Chevy Chase, MD
With over three decades of professional experience, Joan Rabinor provides personalized psychotherapy services for individuals and couples navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. Specializing in relationships, life transitions, and identity issues, our practice combines insight-oriented and solution-focused approaches to help clients build on their strengths and achieve meaningful growth. As a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland, DC, and Virginia, I maintain active certifications through the American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work and contribute clinical expertise as an instructor at The George Washington University School of Medicine.My therapeutic methodology addresses depression, anxiety, grief, and career conflicts while supporting clients through significant life changes including infertility, adoption, and aging. Located in Chevy Chase, Maryland, this practice offers a supportive environment for personal exploration and practical problem-solving.
Services
Depression and Anxiety
Relationship Counseling
Life Transitions
Grief and Loss
Career Conflicts
Identity Exploration
Infertility Support
Adoption Counseling
Family Challenges
Self-Esteem Building
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience with individuals and couples
- Specialized expertise in relationships and life transitions
- Board-certified clinical social work credentials in multiple states
- Active Medicare provider with insurance billing assistance
- Convenient Metro-adjacent location with flexible parking options
Associations and certifications
- Resolve of the Mid-Atlantic Region
- Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work
- American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work
Services
Depression and Anxiety
Personalized therapy addresses symptoms of depression and anxiety through evidence-based techniques. We develop coping strategies while exploring underlying causes. Clients learn practical tools for managing emotional distress and improving daily functioning.
Relationship Counseling
Specialized support helps couples navigate communication challenges and relationship conflicts. We explore patterns affecting intimacy while developing conflict resolution skills. Therapy focuses on strengthening connections and rebuilding trust.
Life Transitions
Guidance through major life changes including career shifts and family restructuring. We address adjustment difficulties while developing resilience strategies. Therapy focuses on finding meaning during periods of transformation.
Grief and Loss
Compassionate support for processing grief from personal losses. Therapy addresses complicated mourning patterns and develops coping mechanisms. We work through emotional pain while finding pathways forward.
Identity Exploration
Safe space for exploring personal identity and cultural concerns. Therapy addresses self-esteem challenges and existential questions. We develop authentic self-expression while navigating societal expectations.
People
Joan Rabinor
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
With 30+ years of clinical experience, Joan specializes in relationships and life transitions. Board-certified therapist and former medical school instructor provides insight-oriented counseling for individuals and couples.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine insight-oriented and solution-focused methodologies tailored to individual needs, emphasizing practical coping strategies and personal growth.
Do you accept insurance?
I participate with Medicare and provide billing statements for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Check with your provider for specific coverage details.
What are your office hours?
Contact directly to schedule appointments. The office is located in Chevy Chase with Metro access and parking options available.
What issues do you specialize in?
Specializations include relationships, life transitions, grief, identity exploration, career conflicts, and adoption-related counseling.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions follow typical clinical durations, with flexible scheduling options discussed during initial consultation.
Is evening or weekend availability possible?
Schedule accommodations discussed during initial contact. Traditional office hours apply with some flexibility based on therapist availability.
