Key: Therapist Name, Licensure, EFT Training Level, Location, States Licensed to Practice; Type of EFT Used; Languages in addition to English; Insurances Accepted

EFT Levels of Training Progression: Externship; Core Skills; Advanced; Certified EFT Therapist; Certified EFT Supervisor: EFT Trainer

Types of EFT: EFCT - Couples; EFIT - Individuals; EFFT - Families

Maryland: Certified Supervisors

  • Location of Practice: Tacoma Park, MD

    States Licensed In: MD, DC, VA

    301-367-6480

    rbernards2@gmail.com

    www.reenabernards.com

    Level of EFT Provided: EFIT with Individuals, EFCT with Couples, EFFT with Families

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurance Accepted: None

    About: Some specialities are multicultural couples and families, adoption, and parents and their adult children. I see clients virtually and in-person

  • Location of Practice: Takoma Park, MD

    States Licensed In: DC, MD, VA

    (202) 544-2032

    angela@spacebetweencounseling.com

    http://thespacebetweencounseling.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT, EFIT, EFFT Therapist and Supervisor

    Types of EFT Provided: EFT Supervision and Consultation, EFFT with Families, EFIT with Individuals, EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

    Insurances Accepted: Out of network

    About: I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, families and communities create safe and healing relationships. I work with individuals and couples in all stages of a relationship journey and have a passion for supporting long-term couples that are struggling or are in crisis. In addition to being a certified EFT therapist and supervisor, I am certified in Relational Life Therapy and love supporting therapists to get unstuck with their most challenging cases.

  • Location of Practice: Bethesda, MD

    States Licensed In: MD

    (240) 316-4673

    caryn@carynmalkustherapy.com

    https://www.carynmalkustherapy.com/

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT Therapist, Certified EFIT Therapist, Certified EFCT Supervisor

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals, EFT Supervision and Consultation

    Languages Spoken: English

    About: I am passionate about helping individuals and couples cultivate connection with themselves and those who matter in their lives. I also love supervising therapists who are learning EFT or working towards certification.

  • Location of Practice: Ellicott City, MD

    States Licensed In: Maryland

    (410) 696-2183

    sara@saraphillipsmft.com

    http://www.saraphillipsmft.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT Therapist, Certified EFCT Supervisor

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals, EFT Supervision and Consultation

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: None

  • Location of Practice: Arlington, VA

    States Licensed In: VA, MD, GA

    karen@liveheartswell.com

    https://liveheartswell.com/

    Level of EFT Training:Certified EFIT Supervisor, Certified EFCT Supervisor

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals, EFT Supervision and Consultation

    Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

    About: My approach focuses on helping clients connect with their core values while also connecting with the important people in their lives. Using EFT as my roadmap, I act as a "guide" to help couples, individuals and families develop tools to heal, grow and create secure attachment.

Maryland: Certified EFT Therapists

  • Location of Practice: North Potomac, MD

    States Licensed In: MD, VA

    (240) 751-2284

    holly.akli@gmail.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT, EFIT, & EFFT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFT with Couples

  • Location of Practice: Telehealth

    States Licensed In: MD, VA

    (443) 254-0686

    CHC@CreatingHealthyConnections.com

    http://CreatingHealthyConnections.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT, Certified EFIT, Certified EFFT

    Types of EFT Provided: EFT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals, EFFT with Families

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: Out-of-Network

    About: I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist who also provides Family Therapy with 30+ years experience. I have been happily married 40 years and I am passionate about helping clients deeply connect with those that matter most.

  • Location of Practice: Teletherapy for weekly sessions, in person in the DC, MD, VA area for couple therapy intensives

    States Licensed In: DC, MD, VA

    (202) 329-0779

    scornelius.licsw@gmail.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals

    Languages Spoken: English, German, Spanish (a little rusty), French (rusty)

    About: As a certified EFT therapist, I work creatively and empathically with couples and individuals struggling with relationship difficulties, painful childhood and life experiences, as well as personal and work stress. I enjoy working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, as well as diverse sexual orientations, and gender identities. I am familiar with the challenges faced by international individuals and couples adjusting to living and working in the US. In addition to seeing clients for weekly virtual sessions, I offer 2-day in person couple therapy intensives in the DC, MD, VA area.

  • Location of Practice: Baltimore, MD

    States Licensed In: MD, PA

    (443) 219-7216

    courtney@courtneycoxtherapy.com

    http://www.courtneycoxtherapy.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurance Accepted: OON

    About: As an EFCT-certified therapist, I love working with couples to heal and transform their relationships. I've been privileged to witness this model help many couples restore a secure connection with each other and go on to enjoy more enriching, fulfilling lives together.

  • Location of Practice: Annapolis, MD

    States Licensed In: MD, NC, and PA

    (410) 710-0355

    lindaasonetherapy@gmail.com

    http://www.lindahobbstherapy.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT Therapist, Certified EFIT Therapist, Certified EFFT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals, EFFT with Families

    Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Anthem EAP - Bank of America, Quest Behavioral Health

    About: Helping the Solo-Hearted and Couples Reclaim Pleasure, Peace & Partnership Through presence-based healing, somatic awareness, and relational attunement, I guide you back to your breath, your body, and the love you deserve.

  • Location of Practice: Frederick, MD

    States Licensed In: MD

    (301) 788-1612

    laurie@laurie-mcneil.com

    http://cmbt.net

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    About: I enjoy helping couples deepen their emotional bond through Emotionally Focused Therapy. Relationships are at the heart of our well-being, and I believe that every committed couple longs for a safe space to explore their emotions, communicate openly, and feel seen and valued by their partner. Using EFT, I guide couples in understanding their patterns, sharing their vulnerable parts, fostering secure attachments, and creating change. Whether you're struggling with trust, communication, or feeling disconnected, my goal is to support you in building a relationship filled with love and greater understanding of one another. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone—I’m here to help. Let’s work together to strengthen the love that brought you together.

  • Location of Practice: Baltimore, Maryland

    States Licensed In: MD

    (410) 967-8882

    geniemoore@me.com

    http://www.geniemoore.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT, EFIT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals

    About: Share: I am very passionate about EFT, working with couples and individuals, and collaborating with other therapists. Though my journey to certification was a long one; I am continuing to learn and grow in the model.

  • Location of Practice: Bethesda, MD

    States Licensed In: MD, NJ

    (202) 670-0773

    kiri@kirijimerson.com

    http://www.coupleandfamilytherapist.com

    Level of EFT Training: Certified EFCT Therapist

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken:English

    Insurances Accepted: Out of network provider

    About: I know how difficult it can be to make the decision to start couples therapy, and I am honored for you to take the time to read about me and visit my website. I work virtually with couples, and I use EFT because it is the only model I know of that can move you from disconnection to intimacy. Reach out for a free consultation. It will help us to know whether we are a good fit to work together. Talk to you soon!

Maryland: Advanced, Core Skills and Externship Training

  • Location of Practice: Maryland (online)

    States Licensed In: MD

    (240) 784-0704

    abendtherapy@gmail.com

    https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/369094

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills and Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFT with Couples

    About: I work mainly (but not exclusively) with sex addicts and their partners. I am a Certified Sex Addiction therapist, also trained in EFT, EMDR and sensorimotor psychotherapy.

  • Location of Practice: Baltimore, MD

    States Licensed In: MD

    (415) 885-9805

    josh@jprfcounseling.com

    http://www.josharmentrout.com

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills, Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: Out of Network

    About: I work with individuals and couples navigating relationship strain, trauma, grief, neurodivergence, and life transitions, offering space to slow down and listen more closely to what matters. My work is deeply shaped by years alongside families of children with disabilities and healthcare professionals, attuned to the emotional weight of care and the need for sustaining, secure ways of being with oneself and others.

  • Location of Practice: Takoma Park, MD

    States Licensed In: MD

    (301) 922-3747

    jane@janeberman.org

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills, Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals

    About: I adore working with couples and individuals. I worked as a Rabbi and hospital Chaplain for many years.

  • Location of Practice: Silver Spring, MD

    States Licensed In: MD, NJ, PA

    (484) 538-5243

    abf2020@gmail.com

    http://amybibbford.com

    Level of EFT Training: Advanced Training Completed

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: Aetna, CareFirst, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna

    About: My practice is trauma informed, relational and experiential, informed by affective neuroscience and attachment theory. I practice EFT with couples and AEDP and CSRT with individuals.

  • Location of Practice: Largo, Maryland

    States Licensed In: MD, DC, VA

    (240) 690-7342

    info@akiliwellness.com

    http://akiliwellness.com

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills and Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: None

    About: I help couples at all stages of their relationships to create trust and safety in their relationship, whether they are navigate repetitive arguments, feeling emotionally distant, or reconnecting after childrearing.

  • Location of Practice: Rockville, Maryland

    States Licensed In: Maryland

    (301) 288-1380

    jingdu@wholenesshealingtherapy.com

    https://www.wholenesshealingtherapy.com/

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills, Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals, EFFT with Families

    Languages Spoken: Chinese (Mandarin) and English

    Insurances Accepted: No

    About: Hello, I am Dr. Jingshuai Du. My work is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy. I work with teenagers, adult individuals, couples, and families—especially within the Asian American community. Whether you're navigating identity, parenting, marriage, or generational conflict, you’ll learn to communicate with clarity, set boundaries with compassion, and feel more at peace in your relationships.

  • Location of Practice: Bethesda, MD

    States Licensed In: MD

    (240) 242-9030

    therapyhubbethesda@gmail.com

    Level of EFT Training: Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFFT with Families

    Languages Spoken: English

  • Location of Practice: Columbia, MD

    States Licensed In: Maryland

    (240) 801-5843

    reuven@connectwelltherapy.com

    http://www.connectwelltherapy.com/

    Level of EFT Training: Advanced EFT Training, Core Skills, Externship

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: Out-of-network provider. I provide superbills for reimbursement.

    About: I help couples in Columbia, MD who feel stuck in the same painful arguments or growing emotional distance. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I guide partners to rebuild safety, repair conflict, and feel close again.

  • Location of Practice: Pikesville, MD

    States Licensed In: Psypact licensed

    (410) 205-4959

    drhudischorr@gmail.com

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills, Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English, Hebrew

    Insurances Accepted: None

    About: I’m pretty sure I was born to do this work! My approach is rooted in attachment theory and aims to identify the patterns we’ve learned in order to find a new way of being. My couples and individuals tend to laugh with me, cry with me, and most importantly, grow with me. It’s and honor to join you, and I look forward to it each and every time.

  • Location of Practice: Olney, MD

    States Licensed In: Maryland

    (301) 706-2895

    Email: robert@robertsseilerjr.com

    Website: http://robertsseilerjr.com

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills and Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples, EFIT with Individuals

    Insurances Accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield

    About: My work with individuals and couples integrates EFIT and EFCT with other body-based, emotion-focused, trauma-informed therapies. The approach helps clients achieve deep healing of attachment wounds and discover their innate capacities for safe and emotionally open connection, autonomy, and creative living.

  • Location of Practice: Gaithersburg, Maryland

    States Licensed In: MD

    301-758-5991

    btseronis@gmail.com

    www.BetsyTseronisLCPC.com

    Level of EFT Training: Externship, Core Skills, and Advanced EFT Training

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: OON

    About: I only see couples and use the EFT framework and techniques. I also have a Certification in Narcissistic abuse with Dr. Ramani through PESI.

  • Location of Practice: Towson, MD

    States Licensed In: MD

    (410) 991-0192

    kevinodeantherapy@gmail.com

    http://kevinodeantherapy.com

    Level of EFT Training: Externship and Core Skills Completed

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: None

    About: I am an individual and couples therapist in Towson , MD. My greatest pleasure is to witness the change in relationships as couples go through the process of Emotionally Focused Therapy.

  • Location of Practice:Bel Air, MD

    States Licensed In: Maryland

    (410) 297-7759

    anarogers@rebirthcounselingservices.com

    https://www.rebirthcounselingservices.com/

    Level of EFT Training: Externship

    Types of EFT Provided: EFCT with Couples

    Languages Spoken: English

    Insurances Accepted: Private pay/OON

    About: My passion is helping couples feel emotionally supported and safe to be vulnerable with themselves and within their relationships, rebuilding trust and connection. I also love working with individuals, teens/young adults, and kiddos 10+, with a focus on neurodivergence-affirming and attachment-based practice.