Jeffrey Becker, MD, LCSW-C

Jeffrey Becker, MD, LCSW-C, is a Maryland-based therapist with 36 years of clinical experience. He combines training as a medical doctor and a licensed clinical social worker to address a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, trauma, and addiction. He has particular expertise with work-based problems, especially those that arise within school systems, and his caseload has reflected the diversity of the community where he lives and works.

His approach to therapy is straightforward, supportive, and interactive. He treats people with respect and dignity and aims to create a setting where individuals feel heard and understood. In that kind of environment he helps people identify practical solutions and develop strategies that fit their lives.

Becker draws on an eclectic set of methods tailored to each person. His background includes client-centered work, solution-focused techniques, and cognitive behavioral therapy, along with couples approaches such as Gottman and Imago. He also has extensive training in trauma work, including the Mitchell Model and EMDR, and has supported many people who have recently experienced traumatic events.

Recognizing that seeking help is a significant step, he approaches each case with patience and a focus on finding the most suitable path forward. He is committed to helping people move toward greater well-being through realistic, collaborative steps.