About

Tau Counseling

Tau Counseling is a trusted mental health practice providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy for teens, young adults, adults, and families throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. Founded by Denise Donaldson, LCSW-C, after more than two decades of clinical experience, Tau Counseling was built on the belief that meaningful healing happens through genuine therapeutic relationships combined with practical, research-backed treatment.

Serving clients exclusively through secure telehealth, Tau Counseling makes high-quality mental health care convenient, accessible, and flexible. Their experienced team of licensed therapists helps individuals overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, stress, life transitions, parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and many other emotional and behavioral health concerns.

Using personalized treatment plans and evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care, Tau Counseling empowers clients to build healthier relationships, improve emotional regulation, strengthen resilience, and create lasting change.

Whether you’re seeking support for everyday stress or working through life’s most difficult experiences, Tau Counseling provides compassionate guidance designed to help you heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.

Why Choose Tau Counseling

Finding the right therapist can make all the difference. Tau Counseling combines clinical expertise with compassionate, individualized care to help clients create meaningful, lasting change.

Experienced Licensed Therapists

A team of fully licensed therapists serving clients throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia with diverse specialties and evidence-based treatment approaches.

Convenient Telehealth Therapy

Secure HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy allows clients to receive professional counseling from the comfort and privacy of home while maintaining flexible scheduling.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Every therapy plan is customized using proven therapeutic modalities that match each client’s unique goals, experiences, and mental health needs.

Evidence-Based Care

Therapists utilize CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed approaches, mindfulness, and other clinically supported methods.

Compassionate, Relationship-Focused Care

Clients receive practical tools, emotional support, and a collaborative therapeutic relationship that promotes growth, resilience, and long-term wellness.

Accessible Mental Health Services

Offering immediate appointment availability, multiple insurance options, self-pay services, and referrals for medication management when appropriate.

What Does Tau Counseling Offer?

Individual Therapy

  • Anxiety therapy
  • Depression counseling
  • Trauma therapy
  • PTSD treatment
  • Stress management
  • Grief counseling
  • Emotional regulation
  • Life transitions
  • Self-esteem development

Trauma & EMDR Therapy

  • EMDR therapy
  • Trauma-informed counseling
  • Complex trauma treatment
  • PTSD recovery
  • Abuse recovery
  • Emotional healing

Relationship & Family Counseling

  • Relationship counseling
  • Conflict resolution
  • Parenting support
  • Family therapy support
  • Intimacy counseling
  • Communication skills

Specialized Mental Health Services

  • Bipolar disorder support
  • Personality disorder therapy
  • Panic attack treatment
  • Anger management
  • Spiritual informed therapy
  • Young adult counseling

Telehealth Counseling

  • Secure virtual therapy
  • Flexible online appointments
  • Therapy across Maryland
  • Washington, DC telehealth
  • Virginia telehealth
  • Convenient mental health care

Professional Clinical Services

  • Clinical supervision
  • Group supervision
  • Therapist mentoring
  • Medication referral coordination
  • Insurance-friendly therapy
  • Community mental health partnerships

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Hours

  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:00 am 8:00 pm
  • Tuesday Today 8:00 am 8:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am 8:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am 8:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am 8:00 pm
  • Saturday
What we offer

Secure Telehealth Therapy

Tau Counseling provides compassionate, evidence-based telehealth therapy for teens, adults, couples, and families throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. Clients can access licensed therapists from the comfort and privacy of home while receiving support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationships, stress, and life transitions.

What’s Included

  • Individual Therapy
  • Anxiety & Depression Counseling
  • Trauma & EMDR Therapy
  • Relationship & Family Support
  • Stress & Grief Counseling
  • Flexible Virtual Appointments
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