Danielle Maizel, LCPC, RPT™, AutPlay-Certified

(she/her/hers)

Online Therapy

About Me

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and registered play therapist in Bethesda, MD. I approach therapy from a neurodivergent-affirming space and weave advocacy into every aspect of my therapeutic relationships with my child clients. I works mostly with ages 0-12.

Education & Experience

Graduate degree from Adams State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Undergraduate degree in Music Education (french horn), EMDR-trained, Synergetic Play Therapy-trained, AutPlay-certified, working on my sand tray practitioner certification.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Association for Play Therapy, World Association of Sand Tray Professionals, EMDRIA

Specialty Area

  • ADHD/Neurodiversity
  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Somatic Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Children (4-12)
  • Families
  • Group
  • Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
  • LGBTQ+

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Does Not Accept Insurance