Feeling overwhelmed by mood changes, anxiety, relationship concerns, or a major life transition?
You don’t have to face them alone. I am a highly qualified therapist working with adolescence, adults, and families in Montgomery County, Maryland. I offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe to say however you feel. We are all human, and life can feel especially hard at times. I’d be honored to walk alongside you and offer support through whatever feels difficult in your world.
A Safe Space for Healing & Growth
My work is grounded in deep compassion, curiosity, and the belief that it’s never too late to grow in understanding and connection. When you’re in therapy with me, I want you to feel seen, heard, and deserving of a good life.
You can bring your deepest struggles to our sessions, and we’ll hold them with care together, one step at a time.
It's okay to ask for help – you don't have to carry your pain on your own.
Meet Nicole
Hi, I'm Nicole Beane, LCSW-C, and my clients often describe me as warm, supportive, and easy to connect with. I've been a therapist for 25 years, and I genuinely love the work I do. I'm deeply committed to showing up for my clients with care, intention, and presence, and I don't take lightly the trust it takes to invite someone into your life during a difficult time.
I grew up in Montgomery County, MD, so I understand firsthand the high-pressure culture and expectations to "succeed" that comes with living near the nation’s capital. Over the years I've supported adolescence and adults through mental health challenges, life transitions and relationships with family, friends, and significant others.
I believe we all long for love, a sense of purpose in our lives, and to feel deeply understood by those we care about.
In today's fast paced digital world, it's easy to feel lonely and overwhelmed. I enjoy helping clients feel more grounded, regain a sense of control in their lives, develop healthier ways of coping, and begin to feel better day by day.
Techniques
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness Practices – including being certified in Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) – to tailor our work to your needs.
Our experiences don't just happen to us. They live inside us, influencing how we think, feel, and connect.
My Approach
Is client-centered, which means I truly believe you are the expert of your own life and my role is to provide a supportive space where you can access your own insight, strengths, and capacity for change.
Do any of these issues resonate with you or a loved one?
Anxiety & Stress:
Overcoming social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic attacks, disorganization and chronic worry. Navigating political uncertainty, societal stress & existential questions.
Depression & Mood Disorders:
Finding relief from depression, bipolar disorder, and mood swings. I also work with borderline personality disorder which I believe is rooted in childhood attachment issues.
Trauma & Difficult Life Experiences:
Healing from past trauma, painful childhood experiences, or generational wounds that are often hard to talk about on your own.
Relationship & Family Challenges:
Navigating issues such as break-ups & friendship problems, marital or family conflict, parenting struggles, affair ambivalence & divorce.
Life Transitions:
Coping with major life changes like starting college or a new job, becoming a parent, divorce, perimenopause, experiencing an "empty nest," or adjusting to retirement.
Who I Work With
I work with teens, young adults, midlife adults, and families to navigate anxiety, sadness, big life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. Together, we create a supportive space to build insight, understanding, and emotional resilience. I offer tools that help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident moving forward.
Young Adults
Support for college transitions, anxiety, mood, relationship ruptures, job issues & the transition into adulthood.
Teenagers & Executive Functioning Skills
Support for teens struggling with focus, organization, emotional regulation, break-ups & school-related stress.
Mid-life Adults & Parenting
Guidance through job burnout, caregiving & parent related stress, relationship strain, divorce & changing family roles. Help with the perimenopause transition.
Affair Ambivalence & Divorce & Break-ups
Space to process betrayal, uncertainty, separation, and decisions about staying or leaving with clarity and care. Learning to find happiness again.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's normal to have questions about starting therapy.
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Hello! I offer in person and telehealth therapy for adolescence, adults & families. I have been a therapist for 25 years and offer a wide range of treatment modalities and a warm, inviting place to talk.
I also specialize in helping people who are going through romantic relationship ruptures including painful break-ups, divorce & affairs. These situations can cause extreme anxiety & depression. Often people desperately need someone to talk to who has compassion, expertise in healing & absolutely no judgment. That’s where I can really support you!
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or call. I’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
I have a 15 minute no charge consultation to make sure we are good fit! I absolutely love what I do and really look forward to talking to you!
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If you read my testimonials, you'll sense the knowledge and compassion that guides my work. I believe we are not meant to move through life alone. I think you will find my expertise, years working in the field, and testimonials speak for themselves. I hold deep respect for the trust my clients place in me as they share their lives and stories. None of us are perfect. We are all human. We all make mistakes, stumble, and fall short at times. Healing begins when we meet ourselves with the same compassion we so freely offer others. I know it's easier said than done. Let me help you find the way back to yourself, but with new knowledge and tools.
I've always loved Prince's words: "Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called life'". I have it hanging in my kitchen! This song lyric captures my life's calling. Walking alongside others and helping them get through ‘this thing called life’.
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I am not in network with any insurance companies. However, each month I will provide you with a “super bill” that you can send to your insurance company for reimbursement.
I would recommend calling your insurance company and asking if you have out-of-network benefits for mental health. If so, ask if you have a deductible that you have to meet before you can get reimbursed, or if you can start getting reimbursed right away. Also ask what percentage they will reimburse (full or partial). My 45 minute individual therapy sessions are $235. My 60 minute individual therapy sessions are $250. 60 minute family sessions are $270 (takes more planning and preparation). My one time initial intake that is 60 minutes or more is $270.
Family Intensives are 2-3 days for 6-8 hours each day. Two therapists (myself being one provider) plan & prepare for each intensive. You can read more under “services” about Family Intensives.
I've learned that therapy can be profoundly life-changing. Even when the upfront costs feel difficult for some, it's an investment that pays off because without good mental health, life can feel unmanageable and unfulfilling.
More Questions?
You might still be wondering how therapy works, what to expect, or whether this feels like the right fit.
Phone: (240) 994.1357
Email: nicolebeanetherapy@gmail.com
Testimonials
“Mrs. Beane has been a tremendous help to our family. My college aged daughter sees her frequently and helps her in making big decisions. She also helped her with her first "break-up" when I felt so helpless because she didn't want to tell me everything.”
★★★★★
“Nicole Beane is amazing. I highly recommend her! She is warm and inviting, which makes it easy for honest and real therapy to occur. Her calm and reassuring demeanor makes discussing difficult or stressful situations and topics easier. She is a consummate professional.”
★★★★★
“Every year for the past two years I walk over for a therapy session with the lovely Nicole Beane.I have had therapists in the past, but truly none as caring or devoted as Nicole. She's not only a calming presence but finds a way to connect and improve the most complicated and sensitive parts of you.”
★★★★★
“Nicole has helped me with my marriage and my adult children. She is always available when I need her and her compassion for people really shines through. I look forward to meeting with her every 2 weeks and leave her with fresh ideas and the feeling that things are going to be ok.”
★★★★★