Dr. Meg DePasquale , MD, LCSW-C

Dr. Meg DePasquale is a Maryland-licensed clinician with 25 years of professional experience who combines medical training and clinical social work to support people navigating addiction, family conflict, trauma and abuse, motivation struggles, and challenges with self-esteem and confidence. She holds an MD, which indicates medical training, and an LCSW-C, which is a clinical social work credential. Her approach emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can name and explore difficult thoughts and feelings at their own pace.

Dr. DePasquale works collaboratively with each person to identify practical goals and to build the skills needed to manage stress, relationships, mood concerns, and life transitions. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the presenting concerns and the individual preferences of each client. Recognizing that starting therapy takes courage, she affirms that taking that first step is meaningful and supports clients through the early stages of change and growth.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Dr. Meg DePasquale uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person she works with. One approach focuses on structured, skills-based strategies that help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical tools for managing stress, mood, and everyday challenges. Another emphasis is on trauma-informed work that helps individuals process past harms and build safety and emotional regulation at a pace that feels manageable. These techniques are applied to concerns such as addiction, family conflict, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dr. DePasquale works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adjusts methods over time so treatment remains relevant and effective. The aim is to match approaches to the person rather than forcing a single method.

Online sessions offer practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls and phone sessions allow for deeper conversation and real-time interaction, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexibility for shorter check-ins or when scheduling is difficult. These options make it easier for people to access consistent support from licensed professionals without disrupting work, family, or daily routines.