Business Details
24 Years
experience
Therapy Services in Chevy Chase, MD
With over two decades of clinical experience, I provide personalized therapy to help individuals navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. My practice integrates evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness-based techniques, tailored to each client's unique needs. I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions, fostering a compassionate environment for growth and healing.As a licensed psychologist in Maryland and a teletherapy provider through PsyPact, I serve clients across the Greater Washington DC Metropolitan area. My commitment to community extends to offering pro bono services through organizations like Give An Hour and the Therapy Aid Coalition, ensuring accessible mental health support for those in need.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Trauma Resolution
Relationship Counseling
Life Transitions Support
Sexual Issues Therapy
Stress Management
Psychologist Supervision
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of clinical experience in mental health therapy.
- Our integrative approach combines CBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness techniques.
- Teletherapy available across 30+ states through PsyPact licensure.
- Pro bono services provided to military families and frontline workers.
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored therapy sessions address emotional and behavioral challenges through evidence-based techniques. Clients receive personalized care for anxiety, depression, and trauma, with flexible in-person and teletherapy options. The practice emphasizes building coping skills and fostering emotional resilience.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized interventions target anxiety disorders using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices. Treatment focuses on identifying thought patterns, developing coping strategies, and reducing symptoms through structured, client-centered approaches for lasting relief.
Trauma Resolution
Comprehensive trauma care addresses past experiences impacting current well-being. Techniques include psychodynamic exploration and mindfulness-based methods to process traumatic memories, rebuild emotional stability, and restore healthy relationships.
Psychologist Supervision
Professional development for psychology trainees and newly licensed practitioners. Supervision combines theoretical guidance, case consultation, and practical skill-building to enhance clinical competence and ethical practice standards.
Life Transitions Support
Guidance through major life changes like career shifts or relationship adjustments. Therapy focuses on navigating uncertainty, developing adaptive strategies, and leveraging personal strengths to achieve growth during transitional periods.
People
Lisa Drexler
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Drexler is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from American University in 1995 and has worked in diverse therapeutic settings. Her integrative approach combines CBT, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness techniques to address anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Questions
How do I schedule a free phone consultation?
Call (301) 656-8891 directly. Dr. Drexler answers her own phone and offers confidential voicemail for scheduling a complimentary 15-minute consultation to discuss therapy options.
What happens during the first therapy session?
The initial session focuses on understanding your concerns, establishing treatment goals, and assessing therapeutic fit. Dr. Drexler will ask about your history and current challenges while providing a supportive environment for open discussion.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent self-harm, child abuse disclosure, or court subpoenas. Written consent is required before sharing any information with third parties.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
Treatment integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for thought pattern modification, psychodynamic exploration of past influences, and mindfulness techniques for present-moment awareness, tailored to each client's specific needs.
Do you offer teletherapy options?
Yes, secure HIPAA-compliant teletherapy sessions are available for residents in Maryland and 30+ PsyPact-participating states, ensuring continuity of care during the pandemic and beyond.
