
Better Horizons Therapy
You Can Experience Life Differently
In-Person Therapy In Montgomery County, Maryland
Online Therapy For Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut
At Better Horizons Therapy, I’m here to help you break free from past pain and create a fulfilling, joyful present and future. You’re not alone in this journey.
Every day is a struggle, and nothing seems to make it better.
You feel overwhelmed by emotions, and the coping skills everyone tells you to use just don’t seem to help. You feel disconnected from your body and isolated from the people around you.
Relationships seem like a constant struggle, leaving you feeling unfulfilled and unheard. No matter how hard you try to leave the past behind, it keeps coming back to haunt you.
You are afraid that your past will rob you of your chance at happiness in the present and future.
But the truth is, despite the painful experiences you've endured, a joyful and fulfilling life is within reach
Therapy can help you break free from your past.
Trauma leaves its mark long after the events are over.
Our early experiences shape how we handle emotions, form relationships, and find meaning in life.
Traumatic events, especially childhood trauma, can make it difficult to manage emotions, stay grounded, and build relationships.
As a survivor of childhood trauma, you may struggle with:
anxiety
Depression
Low self worth
Anger
Shame
Dissociation
Overachievement
Substance use
Trauma therapy shifts your perspective from ‘what’s wrong with you?’ to ‘what happened to you?’
Together, we’ll work to make sense of your painful experiences, understand how they shape your present, and take steps to ease that pain.
Healing From Your Trauma
Through a combination of trauma informed coping strategies for everyday use and deeper exploration of root causes, you can create meaningful, lasting change.
● You can be more present in your body and enjoy the present moment.
● You can manage overwhelming feelings and confidently handle stressful situations.
● You can build and nurture meaningful connections with those who matter most.
You can move through your life with peace, knowing that your past does not dictate your future.
If you’re ready to break free from your past
Then I’m ready to help you on your journey.
Call me at 301-332-9948 or schedule a free 15-minute consultation below
Meet Esther
Hi, I’m Esther. I understand the fear, hopelessness and isolation of struggling with past trauma
I know you may have tried all the conventional coping skills to no avail and you feel like giving up. That’s where I come in.
I have extensive training on how to help people just like you and a deep understanding of the ways that trauma impacts the mind and body.
I have helped countless people just like you to move from simply surviving to truly thriving.
I’d love to meet and support you on this journey. Let’s get started!
Why People Choose Me
Get Started With A Free Phone Consult
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you determine if I'm the right therapist to support you on your healing journey.
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No Waitlist
I do not have a waitlist so you can begin your therapy journey right away and start working toward positive change
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Both Online And In-Person Counseling Available
I offer both in-person therapy at my convenient Rockville, MD office and online counseling for clients in MD, DC, NY, NJ, and CT, giving you the flexibility to choose the therapy format that works best for you
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EMDR certified
I am a certified EMDR therapist through the EMDR International Association, trained to help you heal from trauma with this effective, evidence-based approach.
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Utilizing Evidence based trauma treatments so you can expect results
I use evidence-based treatments, including EMDR and IFS, that are scientifically proven to help people health from trauma and create lasting change
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IFS trained
I am an IFS Level One therapist, approved by the IFS Institute, trained to guide you through healing with this transformative approach
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Rates & FAQ
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My fee is $195 for a 50 minute session.
You also may be able to use your insurance plan to help pay for therapy (please read the next question fully below). -
While I do not accept insurance directly, there is a high chance you can still use your insurance while working with me if your plan has Out-Of-Network (OON) benefits, and I make that process as easy for you as possible.
To make that happen, I am partnered with Thrizer.com, an innovative platform that automatically submits your claims so you don't have any hassle with your insurance company!
And here's the best part: Thrizer allows you to only pay your co-insurance or deductible upfront, with Thrizer covering the remaining fee until insurance reimbursement arrives. That way you don't need any complicated paperwork or long waiting periods.
So if you have tried using OON benefits before and found it frustrating, this is a totally different experience!
If you would like to check whether your insurance plan has OON benefits, then please reach out to me here. Thirzer’s platform allows me to easily check whether your insurance has benefits and how much your reimbursement may be. I am here to guide you through understanding and accessing your out-of-network benefits.
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I can provide therapy to people residing in:
Maryland
New Jersey
New York
Connecticut
Virginia
DC
I also have an in-person office in Rockville, Maryland
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In our first session, we’ll focus on what brings you to therapy, exploring both the positive and challenging aspects of your daily life. Together, we’ll look at your relationships, routines, sources of joy, and different aspects of your identity. We'll also reflect on your past experiences—including those from childhood, adolescence, and adulthood—that have shaped who you are today. Most importantly, we’ll discuss your goals for therapy and what you hope to focus on in our work together.
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In our work together, I primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS), a therapeutic approach that helps you connect with different "parts" of yourself, especially those that may carry burdens or reactions from past experiences.
This process allows you to build a deeper understanding and compassion for yourself, which can support healing. When processing particularly difficult memories or unhelpful beliefs, I may also incorporate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR involves specific eye movements or tapping to help your brain process and release painful memories in a way that feels safer and less overwhelming.
Alongside these approaches, I provide practical tools for daily use, helping you address immediate challenges while also working on the deeper roots of your issues so that you can create meaningful, lasting change.
How To Get Started
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Schedule a Call
Simply click below to schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation call with me.
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Free Consultation
I'll call at a time that suits you and learn more about you and your unique situation.
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Feel Better
Let's meet! If it sounds like we are a good fit, then I'll invite you to have your first intake session and start on your journey!