Aleena Portugal, LGPC

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Aleena Portugal, LGPC

Aleena Portugal, LGPC

Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

✓ Virtual Visits

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Carefirst/BCBS
  • Cigna

To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

About Me (she/her/hers)

    I’m Aleena Portugal, a Maryland-licensed therapist dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life’s challenges and thrive.

    I specialize in trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and personality disorders. My approach is eclectic and highly personalized, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and person-centered techniques to meet your unique needs and goals.

    My mission is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel empowered to explore your emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop tools for long-term growth. Whether you’re looking to manage overwhelming emotions, gain self-awareness, or work through life’s transitions, we’ll collaborate to uncover the strategies that work best for you.

    Outside of therapy, I find joy in reading, staying active, traveling, and spending time with my dog—these moments of balance and inspiration help me bring my best self to our sessions.

    If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing and self-discovery, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Let’s work together to create the life you envision.

    Approaches

    • Collaborative
    • Culturally-Sensitive
    • Faith-Based
    • Person-Centered
    • Trauma-Focused

    Special Experience Working With

    • LGBTQ+ Populations
      • Asexual
      • Bisexual
      • Gay
      • Gender-Fluid or Two-Spirit
      • Lesbian
      • Transgender
      • Queer
      • Questioning
    • Hispanic/Latino Populations

    Education

    • Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Couseling, Focus on Child and Adolescent Disorders –  Grand Canyon University

    Areas of Expertise

    • ADHD
    • Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
    • Behavioral Issues
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Borderline Disorder
    • Bullying
    • Chronic Illness
    • Codependency
    • Communication Issues
    • Coping Skills
    • Depression
    • Domestic Violence/Abuse
    • Grief & Loss
    • Identity Development
    • Impulse Control Disorders
    • Infertility
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Life Transitions/Adjustment
    • LGBTQ+ Issues
    • Marginalized Communities
    • Mood Disorders
    • Neurocognitive Disorders
    • Oppositional Defiance
    • Parenting
    • Peer Relationships
    • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Issues
    • Racial/Ethnic Identity
    • Self-Esteem Issues
    • Self-Harm
    • Sexual Abuse
    • Sleep Issues
    • Stress Management
    • Suicidal Ideation
    • Trauma & PTSD
    • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
    • Women’s Issues
    We accept many major insurances.
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    Daniela Gaona, LGPC

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    Gaona, Daniela, LGPC

    Daniela Gaona, LGPC

    Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

    ✓ Virtual Visits

    Psychotherapy

    Insurances Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Carefirst/BCBS
    • Cigna
    • Medicare
    • Optum/United Healthcare

    To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

    About Me

      Hello! I am Daniela, a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland and Nationally Certified Counselor.

      As a therapist, my approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect for your unique perspective. I firmly believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your inner world, emotions, and experiences without judgement. My goal is to help you gain deeper insight into yourself, your challenges, and the patterns that may be impacting your well-being.

      I use a person-centered approach to therapy, which means I prioritize your feelings, experiences, and values throughout our work together. In addition, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused techniques to help you develop practical tools for overcoming obstacles, managing difficult emotions, and building healthier coping strategies.

      Whether you are navigating a specific challenge or seeking personal growth, I am here to support you as you build a stronger relationship with yourself and with others. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and committed to fostering personal insight, self-compassion, and positive change. Together, we will work to uncover the root of your struggles, develop empowering solutions, and move toward a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

      If you’re ready to explore your inner world and begin this journey of self-discovery, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

      Approaches

      • Integrative
      • Person-Centered
      • Solution-Focused

      Areas of Expertise

      • Coping Strategies
      • Managing Difficult Emotions

      Certifications

      • National Certified Counselor (NCC)
      We accept many major insurances.
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      Caiwei Tang, LGPC

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      Caiwei (Iris) Tang, LGPC

      Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

      ✓ Speaks Chinese and Japanese
      ✓ In-Office: Frederick, MD
      ✓ Virtual Visits

      Insurances Accepted

      • Aetna
      • Carefirst/BCBS
      • Cigna
      • Medicare
      • Optum/United Healthcare

      To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

      About Iris (she/her/hers)

        Iris received her Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland. Her focus is on mood disorders, women’s issues, and trauma. She approaches therapy with a culturally sensitive, client-centered, and strength-based perspective, believing that counseling is a collaborative journey.

        Understanding that each person is unique, Iris tailors her approach to meet clients where they are and honor their individual therapy journeys. She provides services for all age groups.

        Iris employs a variety of interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Her goal is to create a space where clients can confidently express themselves and find their path forward.

        Approaches

        • Collaborative
        • Culturally-Sensitive
        • Emotionally Focused
        • Person-Centered
        • Strength-Based
        • Trauma-Focused

        Education

        • Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Couseling –  Johns Hopkins University

        Other Languages

        • Chinese
        • Japanese (Intermediate Proficiency)

        Areas of Expertise

        • ADHD
        • Anger Management
        • Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
        • Behavioral Issues
        • Codependency
        • Communication Issues
        • Coping Skills
        • Depression
        • Domestic Violence/Abuse
        • Life Transitions/Adjustment
        • Marginalized Communities
        • Mood Disorders
        • Oppositional Defiance
        • Peer Relationships
        • Racial/Ethnic Identity
        • Self-Esteem Issues
        • Sexual Abuse
        • Stress Management
        • Trauma & PTSD
        • Women’s Issues
        • Working with Asian Populations
        We accept many major insurances.
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        Candice Tyson, LGPC

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        Temitope Adedapo, PMHNP | Orchard Mental Health Group

        Candice Tyson, LGPC

        Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

        ✓ Virtual Visits

        Insurances Accepted

        • Aetna
        • Carefirst/BCBS
        • Cigna
        • Medicare
        • Optum/United Healthcare

        To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

        About Me (she/her/hers)

        I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology at Pennsylvania State University in PA. I later went on to earn my master’s degree from Walden University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I’ve worked as a counselor in training for 2 years.

        I have serviced a vast variety of clients battling with several mental health problems including but not limited to self-esteem problems, family conflict, adjustment issues, depression, generalized anxiety and PTSD. Currently, I live in Baltimore County with my Fiancé and 3 daughters. I aim to ensure that I create a comfortable, warn and non-judgmental space for all clients of all ages to feel vulnerable and accepted.

        Approaches

        • Collaborative
        • Emotionally Focused
        • Person-Centered
        • Solution-Focused
        • Strength-Based
        • Trauma-Focused

        Education

        • Master’s Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling –  Walden University
        • Bachelor of Science Degree, Psychology – Pennsylvania State University

        Areas of Expertise

        • Addictive Behaviors
        • Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
        • Behavioral Issues
        • Chronic Illness
        • Codependency
        • Communication Issues
        • Coping Skills
        • Depression
        • Family Conflict
        • Grief & Loss
        • Infertility
        • LGBTQ+ Issues
        • Mood Disorders
        • Oppositional Defiance
        • Parenting
        • Peer Relationships
        • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Issues
        • Self-Esteem Issues
        • Sleep Issues
        • Stress Management
        • Trauma & PTSD
        • Women’s Issues
        • Working with Black/African American Populations
        We accept many major insurances.
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        Chelsea Tadesse, LCPC, NCC

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        Temitope Adedapo, PMHNP | Orchard Mental Health Group

        Chelsea Tadesse, LCPC, NCC

        Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor,
        National Certified Counselor

        ✓ Onsite: Rockville, MD
        ✓ Virtual Visits

        Insurances Accepted

        • Aetna
        • Carefirst/BCBS
        • Cigna
        • Humana/Tricare
        • Johns Hopkins Mental Health Plans
        • Medicare
        • Optum/United Healthcare

        To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

        About Me

          Welcome! I look forward to meeting with you! I have had the opportunity to work with children, teens and adults, helping them navigate issues related to anxiety, OCD, depression, relationships, self-esteem, stress, life changes and grief/loss.

          At the core of my counseling style I use a person centered approach focused on genuineness, congruence, empathy and unconditional positive regard. With that as my foundation, I will then tailor my approach to your needs, using approaches such as ACT, CBT, ERP and iCBT.

          I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort so we will work together to achieve growth in areas where you desire change. Ultimately utilizing the therapy space for exploration of symptoms, insight building and goal setting.

          Approaches

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

          Modalities

          Areas of Expertise

          • Anxiety/Anxiety Disorders
          • Borderline Disorder
          • Communication Issues
          • Depression
          • Grief & Loss
          • Life Transitions/Adjustment
          • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
          • Peer Relationships
          • Self-Esteem Issues
          • Stress Management

          Education

          • M.S., Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Johns Hopkins University
          • B.S., Biopsychology – Messiah University

          Certifications

          • National Certified Counselor (NCC)

          Fun Fact

          • I love to bake! Especially cakes, but I’ll try any recipe!
          We accept many major insurances.
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