Bruce Storms, MD, LCSW-C

Bruce Storms is a Maryland-licensed clinician with two decades of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, parenting challenges, anger, and depression. He holds an MD, a medical degree, and an LCSW-C, a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical credential, and brings both medical and clinical social work perspectives to his practice.

He works with individuals facing trauma and abuse, social anxiety and phobia, guilt and shame, and difficulties with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. His approach emphasizes practical coping skills and support for life changes, tailored to each person’s circumstances and goals. Sessions focus on creating an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely and honestly.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, Bruce offers steady, professional support through the early steps of change and beyond. He collaborates with clients to set realistic goals, strengthen resilience, and foster more fulfilling day-to-day functioning while respecting each person’s pace and preferences.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Bruce Storms uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the presenting concern. He applies skills-based strategies to address stress and anxiety, teaching practical coping tools and approaches to manage daily pressures and worry. For trauma and abuse, he employs trauma-informed methods that prioritize pacing, stabilization, and careful processing of difficult experiences to support recovery. He also offers focused parenting support that helps caregivers develop communication skills, problem-solving strategies, and approaches to manage family transitions and behavioral challenges.

Determining the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Bruce works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and responses to different techniques, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so the chosen methods fit the individual’s needs.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and different communication styles. These modalities make it easier for clients to maintain continuity of care during life changes, attend sessions from convenient locations, and choose the format that feels most comfortable while working with licensed professionals and therapists.