About Tanory Ateek
Focus areas
Anxiety
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Life Transition
Attachment Disorder
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Identity Crisis
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
EMDR
Brainspotting
Humanistic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Tanory Ateek
Working with me, people often say they feel more integrated in body, mind, and spirit, and more awake and powerful in their lives. That kind of shift is what I aim for as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in trauma and complex trauma across the lifespan.
I came to this work as a third-career clinician, drawing on a wealth of experience from other fields, especially my cross-cultural work in international relief and development, and my years as a yoga and meditation teacher and bodyworker. Don't worry, I won't make you meditate if you don't want to; I find that everyone has their own way of slowing down and finding their center.
I believe in meeting people with curiosity rather than judgment, and in trusting that even the parts of us that seem messy, stuck, or self-defeating developed for a reason. That's what allows me to be deeply compassionate without losing sight of your capacity for change. I look forward to helping you understand yourself with more kindness, reconnect with what makes you feel most alive, and find your way toward a life that feels more fully and authentically yours.
What should a new client know about working with you?
DISCLAIMER: We are not able to accept Medicare or Medicaid plans at this time.
My path to becoming a therapist has been a bit of a meandering adventure. Along the way, I've earned a master's degree in Intercultural Studies, worked in international relief and development in several countries, and been a teacher, trainer, artist, activist, bodyworker, and facilitator of more yoga and meditation retreats and courses than I can count.
Becoming a therapist was always somewhere in the background, a dream I kept circling back to and finally committed to seven years ago. I'm deeply grateful to bring all of those experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding people into the work I do now.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Therapy, I believe, should be about more than just feeling less anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. It's also about paying attention to what makes you feel alive: what brings you joy, pleasure, a sense of connection, trust, and purpose.
I'm trained in a range of therapeutic approaches and draw from them flexibly depending on who you are, what you're navigating, and what you hope to get out of therapy. These approaches may include play therapy, family therapy, somatic experiencing, EMDR, and mindfulness. Somatic and nervous-system work is a particular focus of mine, helping you feel more grounded, connected, and at home in yourself, even when life around you feels anything but settled.
I work with people of all backgrounds, and especially love working with neurodivergent folks and people whose identities or ways of moving through the world haven't always been fully understood, affirmed, or welcomed. Together, we'll clarify what you want for your life and identify meaningful progress toward those goals, whether you're seeking relief from anxiety or depression, greater self-understanding, healing from past experiences, navigating a transition, or building new ways of relating to yourself and others. I'll support you in moving toward growth at a pace that feels right for you.
You'll find a warm, compassionate space here, one that's queer-affirming, neuro-affirming, and welcoming of all the parts of you. I often bring creativity into the room, especially when what you're carrying feels too painful, complicated, or hard to put into words. Curious, creative, and full of humor when it fits, that's my style, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach: we'll shape the work around who you are, what you need, and what helps you feel most like yourself.
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Office location
Tanory Ateek, LCSW - C also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1134900111
How soon can I make an appointment with Tanory Ateek?
Generally, Tanory Ateek has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Tanory Ateek's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Tanory Ateek accepting new patients?
Tanory Ateek generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Tanory Ateek's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Tanory Ateek accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Tanory Ateek online?
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What practice does Tanory Ateek work with?
Tanory Ateek works with SOL Mental Health - DMV.
Where is Tanory Ateek's office located?
Tanory Ateek has 8 office locations, including in Columbia, Silver Spring, Frederick, Silver Spg, Annapolis, Ste 800, and Gaithersburg, view full addresses on Tanory Ateek's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Tanory Ateek?
Tanory Ateek frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Tanory Ateek on their profile.
What languages does Tanory Ateek speak?
Tanory Ateek speaks English.