Michael Brachfeld

Dr. Michael Brachfeld is a compassionate psychologist with a PhD, dedicated to making life’s stressors feel more manageable for his clients. He believes in the power of setting ambitious yet realistic goals and achieving them step-by-step. With a strength-based approach, Dr. Brachfeld cultivates a warm and collaborative atmosphere where barriers to success are identified, realistic goals are set, and progress is monitored over time. His practice specializes in providing psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, and parents, particularly in the areas of anxiety treatment, ADHD support, depression management, and autism spectrum disorders. Drawing from a cognitive behavioral theoretical orientation, Dr. Brachfeld skillfully integrates behavioral, humanistic, and family systems approaches, tailoring each therapy session to meet the individual needs of his clients. His dedication to fostering positive change shines through in his work, highlighting the potential for clients to navigate life transitions, improve peer relationships, and cultivate coping skills. Dr. Brachfeld is a licensed psychologist in D.C. and Maryland, ready to guide individuals and families on their journey toward emotional well-being.