Kimberly Downing, MD, LCPC
Kimberly Downing, MD LCPC - Maryland therapist
- 20 years experience
- Trauma and anxiety care
- Mindfulness and DBT
About Kimberly Downing
Kimberly Downing is a Maryland-licensed therapist with 20 years of clinical experience who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. She holds an MD, indicating a medical degree, and an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, credentials that reflect both medical and counseling training.
Her practice addresses a wide range of related concerns, including abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, aging and geriatric matters, antisocial and avoidant personality patterns, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family challenges, body image, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, co-morbidity, codependency, and commitment issues. She combines clinical knowledge with practical skills to help clients manage symptoms and navigate life transitions.
Throughout her work she creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and clarified. She places particular emphasis on mindfulness and helps individuals develop awareness, motivation, and greater self-confidence. Kimberly collaborates with each person to set meaningful goals and to build coping strategies that fit their life and values.
Her practice addresses a wide range of related concerns, including abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, aging and geriatric matters, antisocial and avoidant personality patterns, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family challenges, body image, cancer-related adjustment, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, co-morbidity, codependency, and commitment issues. She combines clinical knowledge with practical skills to help clients manage symptoms and navigate life transitions.
Throughout her work she creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and clarified. She places particular emphasis on mindfulness and helps individuals develop awareness, motivation, and greater self-confidence. Kimberly collaborates with each person to set meaningful goals and to build coping strategies that fit their life and values.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberly Downing have?
Kimberly Downing has 20 years of experience.
Is Kimberly Downing a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: MD, LCPC. License details: MD LCPC LC15171.
In which languages does Kimberly Downing provide therapy?
English.
Where is Kimberly Downing located?
Maryland.
How can I work with Kimberly Downing as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberly Downing through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberly Downing work with international clients?
Yes, Kimberly Downing works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberly Downing cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kimberly Downing uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, collaborative relationship that helps people explore their values and goals while feeling heard and respected. This approach is useful for a wide range of concerns, from grief and low self-esteem to life transitions and relationship issues.She also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and building practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage depressive symptoms, and change behavior. Dialectical behavior therapy - DBT - techniques are used when emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance are priorities, offering concrete tools for intense feelings and relationship challenges.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Kimberly works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods over time as those needs change.
Online therapy with Kimberly is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling more flexible and allow people to access support from different locations, including international clients. These options aim to increase accessibility and to help clients maintain continuity of care in ways that match their daily lives.