Mikayla Hellwich, LMSW, MD | Psychotherapist

About Mikayla Hellwich

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Emotionally Focused

Relational

Integrative

Somatic

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Non-binary

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Mikayla Hellwich

Have you hit a wall with therapy? Are you struggling to find hope? My name is Mikayla, and I've lived in and around DC for over 22 years. I provide holistic therapy for individuals-with and without ketamine-who struggle with PTSD, suicidality, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. I also work with couples striving to resolve and repair conflict. All are welcome here! I have experience working with people who struggle to fit in, people who use drugs, and those in non-monogamous relationships. I hold a Master's in Clinical Social Work from the University of Louisville, which informs my compassionate and comprehensive approach to care.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My perspective is relational and systems-based. No part of us is separate from the rest, and we are inseparable from our environments and each other. If you decide to work with me, we'll start by exploring the dynamics of your relationships and the relationship you have with yourself. We can identify and build on your strengths, manage and release the manifestations of toxic stress through the body, improve your emotional capacities, and build stronger authentic relationships. My approach weaves embodied mindfulness, liberation psychology, somatics, trauma-informed care, polyvagal theory, education, sound, and – for those who choose this route – ketamine.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

There is no "typical" session with me. Each person is approached as a unique being with a unique story. I have real-world experience and extensive training in multiple compatible approaches, which allows me to pull out the right tool for the right person at the right time. I maintain a laser focus on the obstacles and protective barriers that keep you from living your fullest life while holding a lighthearted space where we are free to laugh about the absurdity of life. I reject hierarchy in therapeutic spaces and hold us as equals sharing the beauty and pain of healing in the human experience. How we work together is guided by your understanding of what you need. I believe you have the capacity to heal yourself. My role is to approach you with the delicate balance of compassion and honesty, maintain a safe and comfortable environment, witness your process, and ask the right questions.

In-network insurances

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

Office location

Mikayla Hellwich, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients

Sanctuary Holistic Therapy

6930 Carroll Ave, Ste 1050, Takoma Park, MD 20912

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Education and background

Practice names

Sanctuary Holistic Therapy

Education and training

University of Louisville, Master's in Clinical Social Work

Awards and publications

Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP), Created By The Awareness Training Institute And The Greater Good Science Center At UC Berkeley To Carry The Teachings Of Ajhan Chah, Jack Kornfield, And Tara Brach

NPI number

1225869852

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Mikayla Hellwich?

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Is Mikayla Hellwich accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Mikayla Hellwich online?

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What practice does Mikayla Hellwich work with?

Mikayla Hellwich works with Sanctuary Holistic Therapy.

Where is Mikayla Hellwich's office located?

Mikayla Hellwich has 2 office locations, including in Pondsville and Takoma Park, view full addresses on Mikayla Hellwich's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mikayla Hellwich?

Mikayla Hellwich 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 Mikayla Hellwich on their profile.