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I grew up in an environment where life was often difficult and filled with challenges. Those experiences shaped my heart and gave ...
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I grew up in an environment where life was often difficult and filled with challenges. Those experiences shaped my heart and gave me a deep passion for supporting others through their darkest moments. I know what it feels like to struggle, and that is why I am committed to being a source of hope, compassion, and strength for those facing difficult times.
I am Adeline Mangwa, PMHNP-BC, with over 16 years of experience in psychiatric and behavioral health care. I provide care across the lifespan, serving children, adolescents, and adults, and am dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-based mental health and substance use treatment. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, addiction, and complex psychiatric conditions including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. My holistic approach emphasizes a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, empowering clients to openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.
I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy with psychiatric evaluations, medication management and crisis intervention to help clients build coping skills and achieve lasting change. As a Suboxone-certified provider, I combine medication-assisted treatment with therapeutic support to promote long-term recovery.
I chose mental health care out of a deep passion for advocacy, healing, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness. I am committed to walking alongside each client on their journey toward resilience, stability, and improved quality of life, helping them feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
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As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner , I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental care grounded in empathy, collaboration...
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner , I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental care grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practice, creating a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their journey toward healing and wellness.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 28 years of healthcare experience and 10 years in mental health, caring for individuals from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults ages 10 and up experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, psychosis, behavioral challenges, substance use concerns, life transitions, grief, stress, relationship difficulties, and emotional distress. My goal is to provide individualized, compassionate care that supports each person's unique journey toward healing and recovery.
My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, holistic, and evidence-based. I believe progress occurs when clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care. I combine psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychoeducation, supportive therapy, and treatment planning to address each client's unique needs and goals.
I understand that reaching out can feel overwhelming, and you do not have to navigate life's challenges alone. Healing is possible, growth is achievable, and positive change can begin with a single step. I would be honored to partner with you and invite you to schedule an appointment to begin your journey toward greater health, hope, and well-being.
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), with several years of experience, I am committed to providing...
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), with several years of experience, I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment. I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel deeply heard, valued, and supported, and I approach each therapeutic relationship with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a genuine commitment to helping individuals get to their utmost functional goal.
I am a mental health advocate and psychiatric nurse practitioner with 5+ years of experience helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and more. I combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion to create safe spaces where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. Focused on real results, strong connections, and breaking barriers in mental health care—one client at a time.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my approach is compassionate and collaborative. I combine psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive counseling to create treatment plans for each client's needs. I have experience with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, stress, and life transitions, emphasizing resilience and wellness.
I understand that reaching out may feel like an insurmountable step. I provide a safe space where you feel heard. Through psychiatric care, medication management, and emotional support, I help clients move toward balance and well-being. You do not have to face life's challenges alone—I would be honored to walk alongside you toward healing and growth.
As someone who has struggled with mental illness as a woman of color, I have an understanding of the uncertainty, the doubt, the c...
As someone who has struggled with mental illness as a woman of color, I have an understanding of the uncertainty, the doubt, the challenges, and the wins.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LPC) with 3 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I am passionate about meeting clients where they are and providing a supportive space where healing, growth, and self-discovery can occur. My goal is to help individuals break unhealthy patterns, build resilience, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
I earned my master's degree in mental health counseling from Walden University. My approach focuses on developing practical tools and coping skills to improve well-being. I utilize evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based practices, tailoring treatment to each client’s needs and experiences.
I strive to create a comfortable and nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself, gain insight, and develop compassion for your journey. Together, we will work toward meaningful change while building the skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. If you’re ready to take the next step toward healing and growth, I look forward to supporting you.
I understand what it means to face grief, loss, trauma, and uncertainty, and I’m here to walk with you as you rediscover yourself,...
I understand what it means to face grief, loss, trauma, and uncertainty, and I’m here to walk with you as you rediscover yourself, build resilience, and move toward healing.
I am a licensed certified social worker-clinical (LCSW-C) with 12 years of experience supporting clients across the lifespan. I specialize in helping adults manage anxiety, depression, grief, emotional imbalance, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, and stress. I also work with individuals navigating communication challenges, family dynamics, attention-related issues, intimacy concerns, and job-related stressors.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from Morgan State University and use a solution-focused, direct, and compassionate approach. I incorporate motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, existential therapy, and faith-based interventions, along with skills such as communication and decision-making support.
My goal is to provide a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. You do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Together, we will identify what you need to heal, grow, and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Silver Spring, MD can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.
Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Silver Spring therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.
Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.
On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.
Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.
At Thriveworks, we provide tailored counseling and psychiatry services for your mental well-being and growth. Our team of skilled therapists and psychiatrists offers personalized support to help navigate life’s challenges.
Whether it’s specific concerns or deeper mental health exploration, Thriveworks commits to partnering with you. Call or book online to get started today.
Anxiety can be the result of having survived a trauma. If you haven’t appropriately resolved the experience then you can get stuck in that fear. Specific experiences, which are not necessarily related to the trauma, can cause your brain to go into a fear response. Many people have heard of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) which is one of the most common causes for this fear-stuck experience.
The other main cause of anxiety is biological. Anxiety can actually be learned from a parent. In fact, a recent study showed that children with anxiety are often the product of parents with anxiety. Of course, there is an important question here: how much of anxiety is inheriting the genetics from the parents and how much of it is learned behavior from watching their parents deal with anxiety?
In the end, it doesn’t always matter why anxiety came to be for you. Regardless of the level of biological or environmental cause, Silver Spring, MD anxiety counseling can help. If you feel hopeless, you should know that you’re not alone but you should also know that it isn’t true: many people have learned how to control and diminish their anxiety. Your brain is simply seeing things as threats that aren’t threats. You can learn to see things differently.
When you choose Silver Spring, MD anxiety therapy in Montgomery County you’re choosing not to live in fear anymore. You’re choosing to not be embarrassed by your anxiety. Thriveworks Silver Spring Counseling & Coaching is here to help you with compassionate care. Our counselors and psychologists can help create a personalized treatment plan that will help you move past your fear and into a life you feel comfortable with.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Silver Spring is located near Lamberton Drive and Arcola Avenue, off Georgia Avenue. It is just around the corner from the Arcola Elementary School and near the Wheaton Regional Park.
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