Tanya Henderson, MD, LCSW-C

Tanya Henderson is a licensed mental health professional practicing in Maryland with five years of clinical experience. Holding an MD - medical doctor - and an LCSW-C, which indicates licensure as a clinical social worker, she brings a blend of medical knowledge and clinical social work training to her therapeutic work.

Tanya focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate LGBTQ concerns and gender dysphoria, cope with grief and loss, and build self-esteem and confidence. She also supports clients facing career challenges and a wide range of related concerns such as body image, communication problems, isolation, and workplace issues. Her practice includes attention to sexuality, family relationships, and end-of-life considerations when relevant to a client’s needs.

Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s unique situation. Tanya views the decision to begin therapy as a courageous first step and offers steady, practical support to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. She aims to collaborate with each client to identify realistic goals and develop strategies that fit their circumstances and values.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Tanya draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy to meet a variety of needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes an accepting, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens carefully and helps clients explore their own goals and values - this approach is useful for building self-esteem, improving communication, and working through identity questions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, making it a practical choice for managing anxiety, stress, and mood-related concerns. Mindfulness therapy teaches skills for grounding attention in the present moment and noticing thoughts and emotions without getting overwhelmed, which can help with anxiety, grief, and emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Tanya works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and lived experience, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical advantages for many clients. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing for scheduling flexibility and access from different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while fitting therapy into a busy life, and they allow licensed professionals to support clients in ways that suit individual routines and comfort levels.