Does not return messages…read more Obviously, she is either filled with too many clients or she just doesn't care When looking up best therapist psychotherapist, clinical social workers, my webpage went to yelp. The fact of the matter is, I have not received any message back, so obviously I would never ever seek her for a mental health treatment. If she cannot message back, think about her having the time to give you quality care

Dr. Turer changed my life. I saw her regularly for a little over six months after fighting…read moredepression for years. Looking back, I could kick myself for waiting so long to get help. I left each session feeling like a weight was lifted off my shoulders. Dr. Turer gave me the space to process my unhappiness and the tools to move past it. She is warm, insightful, and encouraging. Please go see her!

Dismissive and refuses to listen, combative when you disagree. Asks inappropriate questions and…read moreisn't LGBT+ friendly. Felt like she got weirdly attached to me and my family

Awful. Simply the worst therapist I've had in over 20 years and after living in 4 different states…read more She's rude, dismissive, does not listen and she often substitutes her opinions for your own. When you try to explain things like how hard the job market is (I was there for financial stress), she kept saying "that's not true." Even if I stated where I'd read about how this was rapidly becoming the worst job situation since the pandemic, she kept saying that wasn't what she'd heard and wasn't the only source of numbers/data on that but never specified her counter proof. It was like everything I said, she had a flippant answer that took 0 thought to throw out. She also clearly isn't comfortable around poor people. Because I'm working 3 jobs to try and make ends meet, she treated me like "one of the good ones," but the things she said about how she felt most poor people were lazy and just wanted to sit around all day was horrifying. She also implied she thought I was violent based solely on my diagnosis (I am not and I never have been), and insulted my spouse. Again, without a doubt the most self centered, narrow minded, and downright incompetent therapist I've ever met. I've never even reviewed one before but felt the need to warn people. PLEASE, do not go to her. She's so bad at her job, that I'm afraid one day she'll get someone killed. Since I stopped seeing her, I feel so much LESS stress. I used to have anxiety the days of our sessions, which was the opposite of what I was going for. Just ridiculous. Finally, she also has the habit of talking about what she wants to as if this isn't a paid session but a way for her to talk about her opinions too. Seriously, unprofessional doesn't begin to cover it. If you're smarter than I am, you'll avoid her. I wasted two months with her and regret every last moment.

Sarah is a compassionate and knowledgeable therapist who I have seen for both individual and…read morecouples counseling. She does not accept insurance but provides you with a "super bill" after each appointment for insurance submission. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Sarah Cook is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Early Intervention Professional…read more With degrees from The University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University, Sarah worked overseas as an English language teacher before entering the social work field. Sarah works with children and families, adults, and couples. Sarah listens to client stories from an attachment-based framework and with the belief that secure relationships and connection foster optimal living. Sarah is trained in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness techniques. With couples, she utilizes The Gottman Method, an evidence-based set of interventions, and also Emotionally Focused Therapy, which views emotions as central in the experience of self and partnership. Sarah specializes in working with individuals struggling with issues related to identity, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. She is passionate about working with people from different cultures, religions, and sexual identities.

Warning: My experience with The Sterling Group in March 2025 consisted of misleading claims and…read moreunprofessional conduct that borders on an ethics breach. I saw this practice's name as one of the few providers in DC of in-person group therapy which I was looking for, so I scheduled a consultation call. I was called by the leader of the group, Shelby Allen, LSGW who asked me some questions about what I am looking for, said that it sounds like I would be a great fit for the group and could benefit greatly from it, and then told me I could not join because the group was full. I was disappointed as this seemed like something to bring up before wasting my time but I was somewhat pleased that Shelby suggested I do personal therapy with her until finding a group, even though I was specifically looking for a group, that seemed like a reasonable compromise for what seemed like misleading and unprofessional communication regarding the group. During my individual intake session at the office, I was asked all the basic questions about what I was looking for and I said that if I was going to do individual instead of group, I would prefer something other than cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). She said that she and the practice typically do CBT and I responded that I had not done one-on-one talk therapy in a while and would be willing to try it out and go from there. She then encouraged me to talk about my reasons for seeking therapy, i.e. my trauma, my insecurities, and even - in her words, my "experiences with grief and losing loved ones" which she explicitly asked me to share. Towards the end of the session, she told me that she would not be able to offer me therapy because it was "not a good fit." Feeling gut-punched, I asked why it wasn't a good fit and she said because of two things I mentioned AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SESSION: That I had a preference for methods besides CBT and that I had been diagnosed with OCD. If that was the case, then it is grossly unprofessional at best and a breach of ethics at worse that she encouraged me to share some of my most sensitive and personal, private information under false pretenses. I never would have shared most of what I did with her if I had known what she knew; that we would not be working together in therapy. My experience was grossly unprofessional at best, and an ethics breach, predatory negligence at worst.

Finding The Sterling Group has honestly been a turning point for me. I had been nervous to start…read moretherapy again because past experiences felt either too clinical or like the therapist wasn't really listening. With The Sterling Group it's been the complete opposite. My sessions feel collaborative -- some days it's about untangling the big picture, other days it's about what's right in front of me, and both feel equally valuable. What I appreciate most is that I never feel rushed or judged. There's a genuine sense of care, and I've been able to open up in ways I didn't expect. Even outside of sessions, I notice myself handling stress and relationships differently, which is a huge change for me. The office itself has such a calm vibe, but it's really the people who make it feel safe.

I LOVE my therapist...she's AMAZING... I've never felt so…read moreseen before I appreciate Mrs. Tia-she gets it

I love Vance Mental Health Services. The Practitioners are nice, intelligent, very educated and…read morewell versed in different modalities(Cognitive and Dialectic Behavioral) techniques. I have been going to VMHS for 3 years and they care about their patients. They even have a healing dog during treatments. I really, really like my Therapist, Dr. Ann Byrant. Dr. Byrant has helped me to become the best me right now. I like her style of Structure & Unstructured therapeutic techniques, while still remaining professional and compassionate. The owners are friendly and always willing to listen even if you are not their client. Also, I'm very please with the Receptionist/Office Managers, Renee and the office staff are resourceful, friendly, helpful and willing to go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The staff keeps the office running well... I am very happy that Dr. Vance & Dr Vance decided to open their practice in White Plains, MD. I highly recommend Dr. Bryant.

Dr. Fuertes has been seeing my child for almost 3 years and we think she is wonderful! She takes…read morethe time to talk to you and then listens to what you have to say, which is appreciated as it happens so infrequently with doctors. We can't recommend her enough!

Professionally, I have worked with many child psychiatrists over the years, so the bar was set…read morepretty high when seeking one for my own children. Dr. Fuertes is one the most kindest, compassionate, and supportive doctors I've ever met. She asks all the right questions and actually listens and reflects on not only what the parents have to say but especially what the child has to say. It is a hard decision to medicate a child, and Dr. Fuertes takes parents' concerns very seriously. But the reality is a low dose of a medication can go a long way in helping alleviate the symptoms of a child and greatly improve their lives and those around them. I would follow Dr. Fuertes to the ends of the earth to treat my children, and I recommend her to everyone I know.

Jill was the most helpful therapist I've ever had. She also knows some good psychiatrists. She got…read moreme through what was easily the worst time in my life, and now here I am! I have a job, bought a car, and most importantly I am HAPPY. She did amazing things for me and was also able to help my whole family get through that time. I will never be able to thank her enough for what she did for me. She completely turned my life around.

From the owner: I have a Ph.D. in psychology and practice in Washington, DC and Virginia. I have a wide array of…read moreclinical experiences and exposure to multiple treatment approaches that inform my work. I have spent my clinical career working with range of psychological issues and have written a number of books on anxiety, self-esteem and relationships. I am committed to remaining current in best practices and research that supports the utility of specific treatment approaches and interventions in psychology.