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About
About Metropolitan Counseling Associates in Bethesda, MD
In-person therapy and nationwide telehealth for teens, young adults, families, and couples.
Metropolitan Counseling Associates (MCA) was founded in 2005 by Amye Fried, LCSW-C, and Rebecca Kullback, LCSW-C. What began as a shared philosophy of collaborative, effective therapy has grown into a thriving mental health practice that has supported thousands of individuals and families in healing, growth, and lifelong change.
Our Philosophy
We believe that healing happens when people are seen, supported, and equipped with the right tools.
At MCA, we start by seeing the full picture, your history, relationships, environment, strengths, and struggles. We don’t reduce people to a list of symptoms. Instead, we provide compassionate, personalized care that considers the whole person and the systems around them.
We understand that the best therapy for me isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why our process begins with a thorough assessment, accurate diagnosis, and collaborative treatment planning. Every service we offer is designed to help you understand why your symptoms are showing up, not just how to manage them, so that real, lasting change is possible.
What We Offer
We provide a wide range of services designed to meet the needs of children, teens, young adults, and adults. Our team specializes in:
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Individual, family, and group therapy
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Executive function coaching for teens and adults
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Trauma-informed therapy and EMDR
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Support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions
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Young adult intensive outpatient treatment through our Ascend and Ascend Lite programs
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Clinical training, supervision, and consultation for mental health professionals
We offer in-person sessions at our Bethesda, MD office and provide telehealth services to clients across the U.S. Whether you’re nearby or across the country, seeking help for yourself or someone you love, we’ll help you find the best therapy for you, care that fits your life, aligns with your goals, and supports long-term well-being.
Why Clients Choose MCA
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Experienced and collaborative therapists
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Evidence-based, results-driven care
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Affordable and cost-effective services
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Whole-person, goal-oriented approach
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In-person therapy in Bethesda and nationwide telehealth options
Clients describe us as warm, knowledgeable, and grounded. We’re not just here to talk, we’re here to help you make sense of what’s happening and take meaningful steps forward.
Advancing the Field of Mental Health
We don’t just provide care, we help shape it. MCA offers professional development, trauma training, clinical supervision, and consulting to support the next generation of mental health providers. We believe the butterfly effect of better therapy ripples outward—to families, communities, and the future of the field.
Start Your Journey With Us
If you’re wondering will therapy help me, how therapy works, or what therapy is best for my needs, we’re here to guide you. Take the first step by exploring
or Schedule a Consult with a member of our team.
Let us help you find the best therapy for you, personalized, research-informed care that actually fits your life, whether in person or online.
Contact Information
7450 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 840
Bethesda, MD 20814
Email info@metcounseling.com