i've been going to the bethesda group for 10 years. in my time there, i've had some truly excellent…read moretherapists who helped immeasurably with my many mental health issues. it's thanks to them i was able to manage my problems enough to finally get a college degree. however, i've also spoken with people who had much more middling experiences (both with group and individual). unfortunately, like any large-ish practice, there are good and bad therapists and good and bad group leaders. i was lucky in that i only had fantastic ones, but i'd fully believe there are some who aren't so good (or are even actively bad). so while i wholeheartedly recommend, i also suggest looking for reviews on specific individual therapists you end up with or trying to swap if the one you're seeing doesn't end up working for you (i had no trouble with that myself, although another review mentioned they did).

This company is a fraud. They say your treatment comes first and there will be no issue with…read morechanging groups and then tell you, you can't. Make sure your insurance doesn't change or they double the prices. Their main priority is how much and how frequently they can bill you for. If you don't do the homework they try to humiliate you in front of your entire group! Stay clear! They will just quote you pages in the book like a cult. STAY AWAY!

She is smart and intelligent, and insightful. I highly recommend her. Best I've found so far.read more

Dr. Kalin is a lifesaver! I had been dealing with chronic insomnia for months and she was able to…read morehelp be get back to sleeping again through multiple modalities. I felt very comfortable and safe with her in every session, which made it easier to let my guard down (as I had never seen any psych professional before). I highly recommend her!

If you are seeking a life coach, I highly recommend Dr. Dan. He asks questions and is an excellent…read morelistener during sessions. I observed that during our initial phone call we began with me explaining the reason I was seeking a life coach- which centered on poor organizational strategies for a new start-up business that I wanted to improve. A few minutes into the call he had discerned from my issue-descriptions that we needed to be discussing a completely different area of my life that has been negatively affecting my goals and planning: my health. I'm grateful that Dr. Dan's perceptiveness during our conversation prompted him to initiate steering the discussion to a neglected area of my life that needs to be prioritized; he was confident in his own insights and in stating helpful truths about how our physical health affects our mindset and energy. You truly feel like you have a coach in your corner with Dr. Dan! Thank you, Sir!

I came to Dr. Dan for a Life Coaching Session and had an amazing experience. He was engaging,…read moreknowledgeable, helpful & honest. It was one of the best decisions I made this year. One session alone is very impactful.

I had a really positive experience with Courage to Grow Mental Health. From the very beginning, the…read moreprocess felt welcoming and easy to navigate. Scheduling was straightforward, and the team was very responsive and supportive. What stood out to me most was how thoughtful and compassionate my clinician was. The sessions felt like a safe space where I could openly talk through things and gain practical tools. I also appreciate that they offer telehealth sessions, which makes it really convenient to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Even though I'm early in my journey to nutrition, I'm really glad that Katherine is leading the…read moreway. She came highly recommended from my doctor and from our first (virtual) meeting, her care and warmth showed. She's helping me get results with both health and weight loss by talking through my eating habits with me, where they may be tied to emotions, and how I can move past bad habits. It's really amazing feeling like I have someone in my corner who texts to check in, share food and recipe recommendations, and celebrates progress no matter how small. A few pounds down and quite a few more to go, but feeling good and grateful for Katherine's support and guidance.

Katherine--There isn't a day that goes by without you being in my thoughts. Working with you…read morehelped me to change the course of my health and, hopefully, my life! I have maintained the 50-55 lb. weight loss for the most part (it's been a year since I reached my goal), give or take a few pounds. I feel healthier, both physically and emotionally (how I feel about myself) than I have in a long time, and my doctor recently told me that she is proud of me for being committed to losing weight and being active. I realize that this is a lifetime journey that I will work at for the rest of my life. You helped me to get back to who I was, and I thank you for that. Anyway, I just wanted to thank you for your help, and to tell you that you are in my thoughts on a daily basis. Also, I really like the personal element of your own experiences that you are bringing to your blog. It is brave of you to share your personal experiences, thoughts, fears and doubts, and to demonstrate that with kindness and forgiveness (to oneself), hard work and commitment, they can be overcome--or at least managed. Thanks so much-- Debbie

WARNING: WORDY! Summary: FIVE STARS! Best doctor ever,…read morerepresenting his patients' best interests and offering an efficient, cost-effective medical concierge practice for the busy DMV professionals. He's an integral part of the medical expert team for this Crohns patient! I became intrigued in the whole "medical concierge" principle after my well-esteemed, knowledgeable and kind doctor of 10 years moved to Florida. This loss served as one less reason to tolerate the intolerably inefficient and rude "front desk" personnel and extremely long waits (first in the waiting area and then yet again in the exam room). To add insult to injury, I was reassigned to a doctor that lacked in so many ways; including proper communication... (what doctor switches medicine dosages at refill and cancels surgery days before it happens with absolutely no advance notice. Then, the arrogant attitude of this unselected "replacement" doc was the cherry on top of a gut wrenching sundae. I was able to temporarily move to another doctor within the practice until I could move to a new practice. I met Dr. Mintz in early 2018 at at event and then did my own research on concierge medical services. I had heard of it before as being almost like having a doctor on call. Easy appointments, ease of communication (email, phone call, text, etc), NEARLY ZERO wait time for doctor appointments, ease of scheduling, easy billing, no administration burden, quick (sometimes even same day appointments). What is there not to appreciate. The best part was, to my very surprise, it is very affordable (less than I pay for a monthly gym membership). It was something I definitely wanted to try, so I enrolled in February and have been there ever since. I don't envision myself anywhere else (so long as he doesn't move to Florida ;), and it is not just because of the concierge aspect either. Dr. Matthew Mintz is truly a stand-up gentleman! I warned him in advance that I would be a difficult patient (with a nearly unmanageable case of Crohns!), but he didn't even flinch! He's a very kind-hearted, caring doctor. I don't ever feel judged about my medical issues/questions or talked down to (despite the fact that he's the expert and medicine is not my field). He keeps me well-informed of test updates, notes from specialists, his own recommendations, treatment options and always takes the time to answer questions thoroughly and do follow-up research as necessary. He takes pride in his practice, respects his clients and seeks to make medicine more practical/accessible/easy. I definitely trust him with my health and am happy to have become acquainted with his practice. He also takes great pride in helping others, frequently teaching and providing experience to interns. Finally, I also love his front desk. Tina is very kind and efficient as well. Great team! I would (and frequently do!) recommend Dr Matthew Mintz's practice to everyone! It's great for anyone; but especially busy parents and professionals and those who travel frequently.

Dr. Mintz is not my primary doctor. I had a phone consultation with him through Teledoc regarding…read moremy allergies. He was very knowledgeable and attentive and prescribed meds that really helped me out. In addition, he took the time with me over the phone to find the most convenient pharmacy for me to go to based on my location. I think it says something when a Dr. is able to make someone feel they are being taken care of through a phone conversation.