Business Details
Comprehensive Mental Health Services for All Ages
Kentlands Psychotherapy offers exceptional mental health care through a team of highly skilled psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychotherapists. Founded on principles of compassion and expertise, we provide personalized therapy, psychiatric medication management, and psychoeducational testing for children, adolescents, and adults. Our boutique-style practice combines evidence-based practices with a warm, supportive environment to address conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. With specialized services including animal-assisted therapy, couples counseling, and executive functioning coaching, we cater to diverse needs while emphasizing neurodiversity-affirming care.Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience from leading institutions, ensuring clients receive tailored interventions grounded in the latest research. We prioritize accessibility through flexible scheduling, telemedicine options, and multilingual services in Spanish and German. By fostering collaboration between clients, families, and schools, we aim to empower individuals to achieve emotional well-being and lasting personal growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Medication Management
Psychological Testing
Couples Counseling
ADHD Treatment
Trauma Therapy
Parenting Support
Executive Coaching
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Telemedicine Services
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care from clinicians trained at top institutions like Children's National Medical Center.
- Our team provides evidence-based therapies including CBT, EFT couples therapy, and animal-assisted interventions.
- We specialize in neurodiversity-affirming care for autism and ADHD across the lifespan.
- Our multilingual therapists offer services in Spanish, German, and English to better serve diverse communities.
- We combine boutique-style service with hospital-grade expertise in a welcoming environment.
What people say
Exceptional therapists
Personalized treatment plans
Neurodiversity-affirming care
Effective ADHD support
Welcoming environment
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Our individual therapy sessions address mental health challenges across the lifespan using evidence-based approaches. Clients work one-on-one with licensed therapists to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions through personalized treatment plans. The service combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with compassionate support to improve emotional regulation and coping skills while respecting each client's unique background and goals.
Psychiatric Medication Management
Board-certified psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners provide comprehensive medication management for mental health conditions. This service includes initial evaluations, prescription oversight, and ongoing monitoring to ensure safe, effective treatment. Clinicians emphasize collaborative decision-making and integrate medication with therapy when appropriate to optimize outcomes for conditions like ADHD, mood disorders, and anxiety.
Neuropsychological Testing
Specialized testing services evaluate cognitive functioning, learning differences, and neurodevelopmental conditions for ages 6 to adult. Our psychologists use standardized assessments to diagnose ADHD, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders while providing actionable recommendations for schools and families. The process includes comprehensive reporting and advocacy support for educational accommodations.
Couples Counseling
Certified Emotionally Focused Therapy practitioners help couples improve communication and strengthen relationships. The service addresses conflict patterns, emotional intimacy, and recovery from infidelity using research-backed approaches. Weekend intensives and Gottman method workshops provide additional options for couples seeking deeper connection and conflict resolution strategies.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Specialized therapy services address emotional and behavioral challenges in children and teens using age-appropriate techniques. Clinicians employ play therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, and animal-assisted interventions to treat anxiety, social difficulties, and trauma. The service emphasizes family collaboration while maintaining appropriate confidentiality boundaries to support healthy development.
People
Dr. Elizabeth Carr
Founder & Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Carr established Kentlands Psychotherapy with 25+ years of experience in child and family psychology. She specializes in neurodiversity-affirming care and has contributed to Montgomery County Insight Magazine. Her expertise includes training future clinicians and media appearances on maternal mental health.
Dr. Krista Beyer
Adult Therapist
Dr. Beyer provides evidence-based therapy for adults with expertise in trauma recovery and relationship issues. She employs metaphor-based techniques and has helped numerous clients improve communication patterns. Her approach combines compassion with practical skill-building for lasting personal growth.
Dr. Megan Burleson
Teen & Adult Therapist
Dr. Burleson specializes in adolescent mental health and executive functioning coaching. She integrates cognitive-behavioral approaches with neuropsychological insights to address ADHD and learning differences. Her work focuses on empowering teens to develop compensatory strategies for academic and personal success.
Nicole Beane
Senior Adolescent Clinician
Ms. Beane has over 15 years of experience supporting teens with anxiety, school refusal, and family dynamics. Her holistic approach combines individual therapy with parent coaching. Multiple client testimonials highlight her ability to build trust and facilitate meaningful behavioral changes in adolescents.
Petra Desmond
Director of Administrative Hospitality
Ms. Desmond oversees client services in four languages, ensuring smooth access to care. She coordinates therapist matching and administrative support while managing the practice's unique hospitality approach. Her team facilitates insurance reimbursement guidance and scheduling assistance.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider. While we don't bill insurance directly, we provide documentation to submit for potential reimbursement. Check with your provider about out-of-network mental health benefits.
What ages do you treat?
We serve clients from age 2 through adulthood. Our child specialists work with preschoolers, while other clinicians treat adolescents, adults, and seniors using age-appropriate approaches.
Are evening/weekend appointments available?
Yes, many therapists offer evening hours and weekend appointments. Availability varies by provider, so contact our office to discuss scheduling options that fit your needs.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth appointments for therapy and medication management. Virtual sessions maintain the same quality of care through encrypted video conferencing platforms.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our clinicians employ evidence-based methods including CBT, EFT couples therapy, TF-CBT, and animal-assisted interventions. Treatment plans integrate multiple approaches tailored to each client's specific needs.
How do I choose the right therapist?
Our administrative team considers your specific needs, insurance situation, and preferred therapist characteristics. We provide detailed profiles and initial consultations to help find your ideal match.
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