Adult Therapy in Bethesda, MD

We all lead short lives. Doesn’t it make sense to learn those skills that (1) reduce or eliminate needless suffering and (2) promote happiness? Studies suggest that we are more likely to care for our physical health than our mental health. Of course, before we invest in mental health care, we want to make sure that the clinician is both experienced and uses methods that are supported by science.

In our practice the initial evaluation consists of a 90-minute interview, the use of behavior rating scales, a review of relevant records, and a feedback session that incorporates a slideshow reviewing sources of information, strengths, results of rating scales, a problem list, a diagnostic formulation and a list of recommended interventions. We usually spend about two hours preparing the feedback for a standard adult evaluation. We also specialize in ADHD adult evaluations; these include the additional elements of collaterals filling out rating scales, a review of academic records and any other records that might be helpful (e.g., performance evaluations at work). Dr. Dave is formerly the Clinical Director of a nationally recognized ADHD specialty clinic, has served in multiple leadership roles within the ADHD community, has published in the clinical literature on ADHD and currently serves on the national Board of Directors for CHADD.

The areas in which we have the most treatment experience with adults are ADHD, anxiety disorders (including OCD and PTSD), mood disorders, self-esteem, self-compassion, existential crises and self-actualization. We also focus on identifying and overcoming the effects of isms and microaggressions when that is relevant. Dr. Lia is on the faculty of an HBCU and has offered countless trainings on DEI issues for schools, employers, corporations and non-profits.