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Serving clients for over 30 years combined practice in a public psychiatric hospital and in private practice: --psychology department management (chronic care psychologists, computerized testing, quality assurance, credentialing/privileging, clinical supervision doctoral training seminar; --Female professionals in paramilitary, clergy and business settings; --Christian mediation; --Grief counseling and education; --Adult targets of workplace bullying; --conducted training inf trauma-informedd care; adult targets of workplace bullying, marriage God-style; My therapy approach is solutions-focused cognitive behavioral emphasizing narrative and polyvagal techniques. I do not try to get clients to conform to my clinical preferences, instead I strive to select from my toolbox, and craft what is best suited to the clients' needs.

Sheridan (She/her) holds an M.S in Counseling & Human Development with a focus in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Radford University. She provides in-person and telehealth therapy for Adolescents, Teens, young adults, and adults. Sheridan integrates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and mindfulness-based skills to support trauma healing, strengthen emotional regulation, and deepen self-awareness. She complements these core approaches with elements of person-centered Therapy , CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Multicultural counseling to create a flexible and individualized treatment experience. She is dedicated to offering a safe, affirming space where clients feel genuinely heard, empowered, and supported as they navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, emotion regulation, and burnout. Her goal is to collaborate with each person to foster meaningful growth, resilience, and a stronger connection to their authentic self.

Laura Granato, PhD, LPC, of Verathy, provides integrative psychotherapy to individuals, families, and couples. At her practice in McLean, Virginia, she works with clients facing the full range of mental health disorders, offering particular expertise in child development and parenting practices.

Dr. Granato received her Bachelor of Science in psychology and Master of Science in psychological services at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. She continued her studies at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, Virginia, where she graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in counselor education.

Her expansive work experience includes faculty positions teaching clinical and school counseling at George Washington University in Washington, DC, and Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland.

She also served as the executive director at LifeStance Health in McLean, Virginia, and director of analytical programs at Cherry Engineering Support Services, Inc., in Falls Church, Virginia.

Dr. Granato founded her first behavioral health clinic, Granato Counseling Services, in McLean, Virginia, which she ran for 21 years. She supervised 50+ therapists and psychiatrists and maintained a 90% client satisfaction rate.

She has served as president of the Federal Leadership Institute (FLI) in Ashburn, Virginia, since 2000 and as chief executive officer of the Granato Group in McLean, Virginia, since 2017.

With a well-earned reputation as a leader in outpatient behavioral health, Dr. Granato has extensive experience publishing, speaking, and consulting about trends, innovations, and best practices in the field.

Dr. Granato's expertise includes clinical psychology, family therapy, relationship counseling, and adolescent therapy. She welcomes new and current patients needing help with mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges to schedule an appointment at Verathy.

I am a Maryland licensed clinical psychologist with over 35 years of experience. After graduate work at Catholic University,  I earned my doctorate from Duke University. I completed my clinical internship from Walter Reed Army Medical Center. I  have been privileged to serve the needs of adult clients in Army clinics, in private practice, and in a career with the V.A. Medical Center in Baltimore.

My practice has focused on recovery from trauma, life stressors, and the consequence of disaffirming personal relationships. Distinct areas of treatment include cognitive therapy, positive psychology, and life coaching. I offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as a rapid and effective treatment modality for a broad spectrum of problems, issues, and goals. I value therapy and counseling as a collaborative process, driven by clients’ unique pathways towards their towards their cherished goals. In our sessions, we focus on choice, acceptance, and the discovery and, sometimes recovery, of strengths and joys

Are you feeling stuck, down, depressed, unmotivated, unfocused? Are you trapped in overwhelming emotions or unhelpful thinking? Are your relationships causing you distress? I am here to help you on your journey to greater inner harmony, balance, joy, and aliveness. I am an experienced psychotherapist who finds great fulfillment in helping my clients overcome their emotional hurdles and enabling them to live more productive and fulfilling lives. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I am here to help you discover your strengths and see the sunny side of life more often.

I specialize in treating the whole spectrum of eating disorders from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder to emotional eating, yo-yo dieting, and disordered eating. I also work with those experiencing depression and mood concerns, anxiety, relational difficulties, family dysfunction, significant stress, ADHD and chronic health challenges. 

I am also a clinical nutritionist specializing in integrative nutrition and a health and wellness coach who takes a whole person strengths-based approach. In addition to extensive education in working with eating disorders,I have had significant training in mindfulness, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, self-hypnosis, and personality type. I accept most major insurances.

Dr. Helen J. Chemtob, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist who earned her masters and doctorate degrees from the Catholic University of America (an APA-accredited graduate program in Clinical Psychology) in Washington, D .C.  She has been providing outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups for over 25 years.  Dr. Chemtob has been listed in the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology since 1995.  Throughout her career as a psychologist, Dr. Chemtob has worked in community mental health clinics, schools, hospitals and private practice.   She has now joined our team at Bluegrass Mental Health.  Dr. Chemtob’s specialties include:

*Individual, family, couples and group therapy with adults
*Play therapy with children and their families
*Individual, family and group therapy with teens
*Work with children, teens and adults coping with chronic and/or serious medical conditions
*Psychological and Vocational Assessment
*Goal-Supporters® Groups for Teens and Adults      (®Registered Trademark, Helen Chemtob, 2012)

Dr. Chemtob on her approach:  My therapy approach involves helping clients to identify goals for becoming healthier, happier, more productive and more supportive in their lives.  I then guide them in developing plans of action for reaching their goals, in locating resources that can help them reach their goals, and in tracking the progress they are making in reaching their goals over time.  I also make a number of clinical tools available to my clients to help them with their work in and outside of the therapy session.  I believe that going through the process of therapy has many benefits.  These benefits include learning how to reduce stress and “distress” in our lives, as well as learning ways to resolve conflicts in our relationships. I also believe that a strong, positive relationship between therapist and client provides the best environment for getting the most out of the therapy process.

Dr. Chemtob currently accepts the following insurance plans:  Carefirst of Maryland (Bluecross/Blueshield, Bluechoice, etc), , Cigna and Aetna. 

Johanna Roncagliolo-Garcia, LCSW-C, is a bilingual and bicultural clinical social worker and licensed clinical therapist. At Bluegrass Mental Health in Columbia, Maryland, Johanna provides culturally responsive mental health care to children, adolescents, adults, and families. 

Johanna earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work with a specialization in mental health from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. 

She began her career as a psychotherapist at Good Shepherd Services, where she supported adolescents with significant emotional and behavioral needs in a residential treatment setting. Johanna later worked in an outpatient mental health clinic, providing individual and family therapy to patients of all ages and across various clinical populations. Her experience has equipped her with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, emotional regulation support, and family-centered treatment planning.

Currently, Johanna also serves as a full-time school social worker in a Baltimore City elementary and middle school, where she provides counseling, crisis intervention, and ongoing support to students and families. She brings patience, cultural awareness, and a warm relational approach to every therapeutic relationship.

Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. Rachel’s vision for her approach to working with clients offers an applied integrative theoretical and holistic lens. Foundational theories informing Rachel’s approach to clinical work include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused approaches, and Compassion-focused. She has experience working with adults with substance use and mental health disorders at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Rachel will create a safe, nurturing, and nonjudgmental space for clients to process trauma and cope with life’s challenges. Rachel hopes to collaborate on ways to increase awareness of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors as it relates to mood disorders, relationship conflict, and overall well-being.

Kasey is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from New York University. She has experience working as a clinician in school-based and virtual settings. Kasey has worked with clients with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and various other diagnoses. She uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to meet clients where they are at and supply a warm and supportive environment for clients to meet their goals. Kasey is dedicated to supporting clients in achieving positive change.

Pam is a mother to three rowdy boys, an artist, nature lover, and therapist. She knows that healing is open-ended and endless and that it takes many turns that can feel both exciting and daunting. In using expressive arts, mindfulness, and nature, you will come to remember what is important so that you can find ease and joy in life. She understands that the therapy room is a sacred space that requires deep trust to share and grow into well-being. Coming into therapy is one of the best things you can do for yourself, and she honors the courage it takes to step through those doors.

Maria has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various capacities for over 10 years. Maria’s experience includes working with emotionally disabled children at Villa Maria Schools, and most recently clients of all ages and diagnoses at Affiliated Sante Group w/focus on crisis intervention and case management. Maria prefers an eclectic approach for therapy, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and other evidenced-based practices. Maria works with her clients to address various presenting issues including mood and anxiety disorders, and trauma. Maria’s passion is doing trauma-focused treatment with children to foster her clients’ overall growth and healing.