Desiree Monroe , MD, LCPC

Desiree C. Monroe is a seasoned counselor who brings a broad range of clinical experience to her work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. She is licensed as a clinical professional counselor in Maryland and also holds licensure in Washington, D.C., and she carries the credentials MD and LCPC - MD denotes a Doctor of Medicine and LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Her practice is informed by a client-centered, eclectic approach that emphasizes motivating healthy behavior, building coping skills, and supporting recovery from trauma and addiction.

Over the course of her career she has worked in both outpatient and inpatient settings and has supported people facing severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, trauma, involvement with the justice system, children in foster care, and first responders. She values opportunities to educate, advocate, empower, and support people across a range of life stages and circumstances. Desiree holds a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology with an eclectic track from Bowie State University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology-Anthropology from Towson University. She is also a Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists Approved Clinical Supervisor in Clinical Professional Counseling, and she applies supervision and clinical expertise to encourage change, promote wellness, and foster hope for those she serves.

Her work focuses on practical tools and collaborative strategies to help clients manage stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, addiction recovery, and complex life transitions while supporting long-term wellbeing.

Online Approaches for Skill Building and Emotional Support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual’s strengths and priorities, creating a supportive space where the therapist follows the client’s lead to build insight, self-acceptance, and practical coping skills. This approach is helpful for people seeking validation, improved self-esteem, and stronger interpersonal connections.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning by teaching concrete strategies for managing symptoms and improving mood.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. DBT can be especially useful for individuals struggling with intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Desiree works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences and then tailors techniques from these approaches to create an individualized plan. The aim is to build skills that fit each person’s life and challenges.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility and access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from home or other convenient locations, accommodate busy schedules, and continue consistent work on goals even when in-person visits are not possible.