Michelle Pereira, Psy.D.

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Michelle Pereira, Psy.D.

Senior Psychologist

Clinical Director

✓ Speaks Spanish
✓ In-Office: Rockville, MD
✓ Virtual Visits
 

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Carefirst/BCBS
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare

To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-624-2983.

About Dr. Pereira (she/her/ella)

Dr. Pereira received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Washington D.C. She provides psychotherapy and assessment services in both English and Spanish to children, adolescents, and adults with diverse backgrounds and needs. She has worked with pre-school and school-age children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children – CSAAC), conducted comprehensive psychological evaluations of adolescents (D.C. Superior Court Child Guidance Clinic, assessment track), and provided individual therapy to adults experiencing depression, anxiety and interpersonal difficulties (Aspire – Mobile Med Collaborative and Community Counseling and Mentoring Services, Inc).

Personal statement:

I strongly believe in the uniqueness of each individual, which is why I prefer to use an integrative approach to therapy. Based on an individual’s or family’s needs, I tailor a custom treatment plan utilizing cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and family systems techniques. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trustworthy environment in order to build a healthy and strong therapeutic relationship so that together we can identify precipitating/contributing factors and start the healing process. Please feel free to contact me to set up a consultation to determine if my services might be a good fit for your needs.

Gracias por visitar el sitio web de Orchard Mental Health Group. Soy la Dra. Michelle Pereira, psicóloga clínica bilingüe (inglés/español), licenciada en el estado de Maryland. Agradezco sinceramente su interés en mis servicios.

Mi enfoque terapéutico se basa en la convicción de que cada individuo es único. Por ello, utilizó un método integrativo, elaborando planes de tratamiento personalizados según las necesidades específicas suyas o de su familia. Estos planes suelen incorporar técnicas de terapia cognitivo-conductual, terapia psicodinámica y terapia de sistemas familiares.

Mi objetivo principal es establecer un entorno seguro y de confianza donde podamos construir una relación terapéutica sólida. A través de este proceso colaborativo, trabajaremos juntos para identificar los factores precipitantes y contribuyentes a sus desafíos y comenzar un proceso significativo de cambio y crecimiento. 

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Approaches

  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Culturally Sensitive

Education

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology – American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University
  • Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology – American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology – University of Maryland

Areas of Expertise

  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Biploar Issues
  • Grief & Loss
  • LGBTQ+ Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Interpersonal Difficulties

Other Language

  • Spanish
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Joy Thibeault, LCSW-C

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Joy Thibeault, LCSW-C

Senior Therapist
Board-Certified Supervisor
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

✓ Virtual Visits

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Carefirst/BCBS
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare

To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-624-2983.

About Joy

Joy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland who enjoys working with children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds and diagnosis. She received her masters degree in social work from SUNY-Buffalo in 2005, with a specialization in children and families. Joy specializes in working with neurodivergent clients, including those on the Autism spectrum and those diagnosed with ADHD. Joy is also a board approved social work supervisor.

Joy has gained clinical experience working in telehealth settings, outpatient settings, day treatment program, group home, residential facility, and school settings. She has 19+ years of experience working with individuals on the Autism spectrum and with other developmental and neurological differences and mental health concerns.

Joy is a creative, strengths-based clinician who enjoys incorporating all things arts based into her work as well as cognitive behavioral concepts, systems work, personalized coping strategies and mindfulness practices. In her spare time she enjoys creating art, teaching fitness classes, singing, dancing, and playing with her dog.

Approaches

  • Collaborative
  • Culturally-Sensitive
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based

Education

  • Master’s Degree, Social Work – SUNY Buffalo

Areas of Expertise

  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bullying
  • Coping Skills
  • Grief & Loss
  • Identity Development
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Life Transitions/Adjustment
  • LGBTQ+ Issues
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self-Esteem Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Women’s Issues
  • Autism
  • Developmental Disabilities

Fun Fact

  • Joy is an artist whose work has been included in multiple gallery shows, winning accolades such as best in show.

Joy’s Featured Blog Posts

    practicing social skills with children OMH Blog

    Practicing Social Skills with Children

    Social skills are very important for a child’s development. Strong social skills assist a child in developing strong language skills, creativity, social intelligence, and confidence, but social skills are tough!

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    Emotion Scale Legos | OMHG Blog

    Using the 5-Point Scale for Emotions Expression and Management

    A simple five point scale can be an invaluable tool at home for the whole family, as well as at school for kids!

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    Glimmers vs. Triggers

    Glimmers vs Triggers

    Triggers are typically viewed as something a person would want to avoid, or to be aware of and prepare for when they know one is coming. On the other side of the spectrum, many people have not heard of “glimmers” before.

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    Keum-Hyeong Choi, Ph.D.

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    Keum-Hyeong Choi, Ph.D.

    Senior Psychologist

    ✓ Speaks Korean
    ✓ Virtual Visits

    Psychotherapy

    Insurances Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Carefirst/BCBS
    • Cigna
    • United Healthcare

    To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-624-2983.

    About Me

    I am a Clinical Psychologist licensed in Maryland and Washington, DC with 15+ years of psychotherapy experience. I received my Masters’ Degree in Counseling Psychology from Indiana University (Bloomington), my Doctoral degree from the Loyola University of Chicago, and completed my pre-doctoral internship at the University of California, San Diego. I have worked in a wide range of treatment settings including hospitals, community clinics, and colleges/universities, with the most recent being the American University Counseling Center in Washington DC.

    My therapy approach is holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to define their goals and create hopeful outcomes. We will explore various aspects of the presenting issues, strong emotional reactions that accompany them, interpersonal relationships, and important life events and transitions. I view therapy as an invaluable opportunity to expand and deepen understanding about oneself that is evolving and to attune oneself to emerging life contexts. Therapeutic work simultaneously extends to understanding past personal history and relationships and exploring future goals/directions to inform present life choices.

    I believe that therapy strengthens a sense of agency as a person and enhances fulfillment in life experiences. I can conduct therapy sessions in Korean and provide individual therapy services for clients ages 18 and up.

    Approach

    • Holistic

    Other Language

    • Korean

    Areas of Expertise

    • Adoption issues
    • Anger Management
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Grief & Loss
    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Postpartum Depression
    • Trauma

    Education

    • Doctoral Degree – Loyola University of Chicago
    • Pre-doctoral Internship – University of California, San Diego
    • Masters’ Degree in Counseling Psychology – Indiana University

    Client Feedback

      Dr. Choi has helped me reach goals that I would have never considered.

      Dr. Choi is a rare therapist who delivers profound clarity. Her genius lies in identifying root issues—whether cultural, cognitive, or emotional—and creating precise solutions. You’ll leave every session with actionable wisdom that actually works. The best psychologist I’ve ever worked with, period.

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      Julia Williams, LMSW

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      Julia Williams, LMSW

      Licensed Master Social Worker

      ✓ In-Office: Rockville, MD
      ✓ Virtual Visits

      Insurances Accepted

      • Aetna
      • Carefirst/BCBS
      • Cigna
      • United Healthcare

      To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-624-2983.

      About Me

        I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Maryland with a specialization in Behavioral Health. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Maryland. I recognize that being human is difficult, and it is especially difficult when one feels alone in facing their challenges or uncertain about how to overcome them.

        I am passionate about supporting individuals in feeling understood, supported and empowered towards creating positive changes in their life. Rather than taking an “expert” stance, I aim to achieve a collaborative connection with clients in which ongoing feedback is encouraged. I understand that many problems are multifaceted and strive to support clients in developing comprehensive solutions.

        I believe treatment should be fitted to the individual and am versatile in my approach. I draw from a variety of interventions, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I recognize that client needs and preferences may change over time and am willing to modify my approach as necessary.

        Approaches

        • Person-Centered
        • Emotionally Focused
        • Strength-Based

        Modalities

        Areas of Expertise

        • Depression
        • Anxiety
        • ADHD
        • OCD
        • Behavioral Concerns
        • Medically Complex Cases

        Education

        • Masters in Social Work, Specialization in Behavioral Health – University of Maryland
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