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Rhonda Thomas

Experienced clinician focused on practical coping strategies

MD, LCSW-C, LCSW Maryland

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Languages
English
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About Rhonda

Rhonda Thomas brings 14 years of clinical experience to her practice in Maryland, combining mental health training with a strengths-focused perspective.

Background and approach

She holds an MD and social work licenses listed as LCSW-C and LCSW, and she has worked with clients facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and the client’s own expertise about their life, using practical strategies to build resilience and improve day-to-day functioning.

Rhonda supports people dealing with caregiver stress, isolation and loneliness, mood concerns, postpartum difficulties, and themes related to self-love and social anxiety. She also has experience with issues such as narcissism, paranoia, and post-traumatic stress.

Rhonda integrates evidence-informed techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify patterns of thinking and behavior and develop alternative coping skills. She frames therapy as a process of empowerment, offering guidance while centering the client’s goals and strengths throughout treatment.

Evidence-Informed Care and Accessible Online Options

Rhonda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing concrete exercises and strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and stress. CBT is practical and skills-focused, often involving goal-setting and homework to build coping skills between sessions.

Her clinical philosophy centers on collaboration; she works together with clients to identify which approaches fit best for their needs, goals, and preferences. This means exploring options, adjusting techniques over time, and choosing strategies that feel manageable and meaningful for the individual.

Online therapy with her is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows for flexible scheduling and continued care from different locations within her practice area. These formats can make it easier to access regular support around busy lives, enabling consistent progress while accommodating varied communication styles and daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem struggles, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as caregiver stress, isolation, postpartum depression, and mood disorders.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on the client as the expert of their story while providing practical tools and guidance.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional work experience helping people navigate a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds an MD and is licensed as LCSW-C and LCSW with MD LCSW-C 33360 and VA LCSW 0904006585, practicing in Maryland.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Maryland, Virginia

Languages

English