Najla Wortham, MD, LCPC

Najla Wortham is a Maryland-licensed therapist with 15 years of professional experience who supports people facing trauma, grief, depression, and life transitions. She holds an MD, a medical degree, and an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, combining clinical training with counseling expertise to address emotional and psychological needs.

Najla focuses on trauma and abuse recovery, grief and loss processing, and strengthening self-esteem and confidence. She also helps clients navigate motivation challenges, cope with depression, and adjust to significant life changes. Her work includes attention to forgiveness, discovering life purpose, and cultivating self-love as part of a broader healing plan.

In sessions Najla emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. She recognizes that beginning therapy requires courage and affirms the importance of that first step. Najla collaborates with each person to set goals and choose approaches that fit their situation, offering guidance and practical support throughout the therapeutic process.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Najla Wortham uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to trauma and grief work. For trauma and abuse she employs research-supported methods that help people process painful memories, reduce overwhelming reactions, and rebuild a sense of safety. For grief and loss she offers approaches that focus on meaning-making, emotional expression, and adapting to life after loss to support healing and adjustment.

Najla also incorporates skills-oriented work for mood, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, teaching practical strategies to manage difficult emotions, increase motivation, and strengthen self-compassion. She approaches care collaboratively, working with each person to identify their goals and preferences and to determine which combination of techniques fits best. This collaborative process helps ensure the therapeutic approach evolves as needs change.

Online therapy with Najla is available by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a licensed professional from home or wherever it is convenient, while maintaining the same focus on progress and individualized care.