Licensed Telehealth Psychologist for Maryland & Washington, DC
Call Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst at (301) 578-8760 to schedule your MD & DC telehealth session.
If you’re seeking therapy for mood and emotional health in Washington, DC and MD, I offer secure, online sessions designed to help you understand your emotions, manage distress, and build lasting resilience. I’m Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience supporting adults through depression, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.
Mood and emotional health are central to your overall well-being. When your emotional state begins to interfere with your relationships, work, or sense of self, therapy can provide the structure and support needed to restore balance.
You may be struggling with mood or emotional regulation if you experience:
- Waking up with anxiety or dread
- Feeling emotionally numb, tearful, or easily overwhelmed
- Loss of interest in activities that once brought joy
- Mood swings that affect relationships and motivation
- Chronic overthinking or spirals of self-doubt
- A sense that you no longer recognize yourself
These symptoms are more common than you might think, and they are treatable. Therapy for mood and emotional health in Washington, DC and MD, offers a safe space to name your emotions, explore their origins, and develop healthier ways of coping.
Many emotional concerns overlap or appear together. I tailor your treatment plan to reflect your unique emotional landscape and needs. Common conditions I work with include:
- Major depressive disorder
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)
- Adjustment disorders
- Mood instability and emotional dysregulation
- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
- Bipolar spectrum symptoms (in collaboration with psychiatric care)
Whether your symptoms are recent or long-standing, therapy can help you gain clarity, reduce distress, and reconnect with your inner strength.
I integrate two evidence-based models into my work with mood and emotional health:
- Internal Family Systems (IFS): Helps you explore the emotional “parts” of yourself that carry sadness, fear, or shame. Through this process, we reduce internal conflict and build a more compassionate relationship with your inner world.
- Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT): Supports the processing of emotional pain, attachment wounds, and unmet needs. EFT helps you move from emotional reactivity to emotional clarity and connection.
These approaches are grounded in neuroscience and attachment theory. They are especially effective for clients who want to go beyond symptom relief and create lasting emotional change.
Why Choose Online Therapy for Mood Support?
Online therapy offers flexible and convenient access to licensed care. Whether you live in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Rockville, or neighborhoods throughout Washington, DC, therapy can happen wherever you feel most grounded.
Benefits of virtual therapy include:
- HIPAA-compliant video sessions
- No commute or logistical stress
- Greater emotional openness in familiar surroundings
- Flexible scheduling to meet your needs
- Continuity of care during travel or transitions
Many clients find that online sessions allow them to engage more consistently and comfortably in the therapeutic process.
Who I Work With
I provide therapy for mood and emotional health in Washington, DC and MD to:
- Adults experiencing depression, anxiety, or emotional numbness
- Individuals navigating grief, loss, or life transitions
- Clients with a history of trauma or attachment wounds
- High performers managing emotional burnout or perfectionism
- Young adults exploring identity, purpose, and emotional regulation
Therapy is a collaborative process. My role is to guide you with clinical insight and compassion, helping you develop tools for healing, clarity, and long-term well-being.
I offer therapy for mood and emotional health to clients physically located in:
- Maryland: Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Rockville, Potomac, Gaithersburg
- Washington, DC: Capitol Hill, Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Navy Yard, Northwest DC
You must be located in Maryland or Washington, DC at the time of your session to receive care.
Schedule a Session for therapy for mood and emotional health in Washington, DC and MD
Therapy is not a sign of weakness, it’s a commitment to yourself. If you’re ready to explore what you’re feeling, clarify what matters most, and begin creating change, I welcome the opportunity to work with you.