Gardner McCullough, LCSW - C, MD | Psychotherapist

About Gardner McCullough

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

EMDR

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Gardner McCullough

Gardner McCullough, LCSW-C, is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia and Maryland and the founder of Catalyst Counseling. He specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and stress management for adults, couples, and families. Gardner is a Certified First Responder Counselor and has extensive training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness. He has worked in hospital, veteran, and private practice settings, providing compassionate and evidence-based care to clients facing complex challenges. His approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each client’s needs, with the goal of helping people heal, grow, and reconnect with what matters most.

What should a new client know about working with you?

When we first meet, my priority is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel comfortable sharing at your own pace. I take a collaborative and compassionate approach — we’ll talk through what’s bringing you in, set clear goals together, and begin building practical tools you can use right away. I draw on EMDR, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness, but I tailor each session to your unique needs. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and equipped to move forward.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In our first few sessions, we’ll focus on understanding your goals, history, and what’s most important to you right now. I believe therapy should balance support with practical strategies, so sessions often include both space to talk and process as well as concrete tools you can use outside of therapy. Depending on your needs, I may draw on EMDR to address trauma, CBT or DBT to build coping skills, or mindfulness to manage stress. Over time, we’ll regularly check in on your progress and adjust our work so it continues to feel helpful and meaningful to you.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Catalyst Counseling

Education and training

University of Maryland, Baltimore, Master's in Clinical Social Work

NPI number

1538787726

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Gardner McCullough?

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Is Gardner McCullough accepting new patients?

Gardner McCullough generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Gardner McCullough's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Gardner McCullough accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Gardner McCullough online?

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What practice does Gardner McCullough work with?

Gardner McCullough works with Catalyst Counseling.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gardner McCullough?

Gardner McCullough frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Gardner McCullough on their profile.