Our sincere thanks to all who voted for us… Emily Cook Therapy has been named a “A Top Vote Getter” in Bethesda Magazine’s 2019 “Best of Bethesda” Readers’ Poll for Best Marriage and Family Therapy Practice! It’s our honor to provide space for you to repair and enrich your most important relationships. Through conversation, insight,
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Asking for Help
Is it difficult for you to ask for help? Most people answer “yes.” This post reframes asking for help as good for us, for others, and for our connections. Read more!
... continue reading.Before Couples Therapy Begins
You and your partner decided to seek couples counseling, found a therapist, and made your first appointment. Now what? Your work begins before therapy does
... continue reading.How do I keep my child from being upset?
It’s one of the hardest parts of being a parent: when your child is hurting and you can’t make the hurt go away. But instead of fixing their feelings, practice feeling things together. You’ll be a new kind of superhero for your kids!
... continue reading.What does chronic illness have to do with therapy?
Managing chronic illness and disabilities is a complex process that puts many people under stress. Don’t adjust to your new normal alone! Therapy provides support in taking care of yourself and developing self-advocacy skills
... continue reading.A terrible thing happened
Everyone reacts differently to terrible events and no reaction to trauma is wrong. Learn how therapy at Emily Cook Therapy in Bethesda, MD can help
... continue reading.WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award Winner 2018
This our fourth year in a row to be recognized by WeddingWire as one of the top 5% of wedding professionals in our industry. We are a WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award Winner for 2018!
... continue reading.An Open Letter to Clients in Therapy
Michelle Collins shares her therapist-heart in this open letter to new clients in therapy. Whether you’re new to therapy or are coming back, we welcome you
... continue reading.Three Reasons to “Just Play” with Your Child
“Just playing” with your child is much more than just playing — it is a vital part of healthy child development and thriving family relationships
... continue reading.Mindfulness and Meditation for Teen Anxiety
Research shows that teens are the most stressed group of people in America, but individual therapy can teach them the benefits of mindfulness and meditation
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