Chevy Chase, MD Local Support & Community Resources

Mary Fitzgerald is a dedicated licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) who focuses on maximizing individual potential. With over eighteen years of experience, she recognizes that emotional stress and challenges can hinder people of all ages from realizing their optimal level of functioning. Mary provides intensive individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults, with a particular emphasis on guiding adults toward finding a deeper sense of purpose and fostering meaningful connections in their relationships. Her work with children and adolescents encompasses child-centered therapy and parent guidance, enabling families to navigate difficult emotions. Mary’s clinical practice involves a collaborative approach to identify and treat painful symptoms, including depression, anxiety, anger management issues, low self-esteem, self-critical thinking, and addictive behaviors. As an advanced candidate in the analytic program at the Baltimore Washington Center for Psychoanalysis (BWC), she also supervises doctoral students in the Clinical Psychology Program at George Washington University and is a valued faculty member at the Washington School of Psychiatry.

Dr. Alicia Abell is a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, committed to helping adults navigate the challenges of life. With a compassionate and supportive approach, she specializes in addressing a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, and substance use. Her aim is to guide individuals in understanding the root causes of their struggles and fostering personal growth through insight. Dr. Abell employs psychodynamic and integrative therapy techniques, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationship. With her extensive expertise in mood disorders and emotional disturbances, she provides a safe space for clients to explore their feelings and experiences, ultimately leading to increased well-being in their daily lives.

Larry Anthony Gamble, LCSW-C, is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience, practicing under the esteemed Your Health Concierge, Inc. He embodies the philosophy of Integrated Wellness, focusing on treating the whole person by addressing physical, emotional, nutritional, and social well-being. Larry specializes in dual diagnosis, behavioral issues, personality disorders, and a variety of interpersonal conflicts, serving teenagers, adults, and elders. His therapeutic modalities include individual, family, couples, and group therapy, employing diverse approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Known for his collaborative model, Larry helps clients identify and achieve their unique therapy goals, fostering positive changes in their lives. With a passion for guiding individuals and families, he looks forward to supporting those in need of his expertise.