Elizabeth Gentilcore, MD, LCSW-C

Elizabeth Gentilcore brings more than 14 years of clinical experience and a calm, grounded presence to her therapeutic work in Maryland. She holds an MD, a Doctor of Medicine, and an LCSW-C, a clinical social work license, and combines that training with a steady, nurturing approach to help people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and major life transitions.

Her practice emphasizes meeting each person where they are, with attentive listening and practical guidance rather than judgment or pressure. Many clients report feeling safe and understood in her care. She focuses on untangling the patterns and barriers that hold people back and on building realistic, measurable steps toward greater well-being.

Elizabeth also offers informed support around areas that can be difficult to find elsewhere, including BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, caregiver stress, communication problems, family of origin and family issues, fertility and first responder concerns, and challenges such as guilt, shame, impulsivity, infidelity, isolation, and divorce. Her style blends strength and compassion so people can move from surviving to a more resilient, engaged life.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Remote Care

Elizabeth uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills for managing stress and anxiety - teaching tools for coping, reducing overwhelm, and improving daily functioning. She also applies relationship-focused interventions to strengthen communication, set boundaries, and address intimacy and trust issues, which can help with conflicts, infidelity, and family problems. Additionally, she offers informed, nonjudgmental support for people exploring BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, helping clients navigate identity, consent, and related emotional concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Elizabeth works with each person to identify their goals, preferences, and the strategies that fit best, adjusting methods over time so care stays aligned with changing needs.

Online therapy with Elizabeth is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase access and flexibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive consistent support from a licensed professional without traveling to an office.