Welcome to Seneca Counseling Associates! If you are looking for compassionate and highly skilled care you have come to the right place. Therapy at Seneca Counseling Associates is grounded in evidence based practices that is tailored to fit each person’s unique needs. Using evidence based practices ensures that therapy has the highest likelihood of success. Life can be difficult at times but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether there is a specific issue you would like to work on or if you would just like to know yourself on a deeper level, therapy can help.
In Person And/Or Teletherapy Sessions
Seneca Counseling Associates is located at:
8929 Shady Grove Court,
Gaithersburg MD 20877
Seneca Counseling Associates offers in person and teletherapy sessions in Maryland and Virginia. Therapy can be fully virtually, fully in-person or a combination. However, some counselors are only offering virtual sessions.
About
Sharon Millsaps, LCPC
MD License# LC7244
VA License# 0701012526
Sharon Millsaps is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Goucher College and she obtained her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University. She also serves as a clinical supervisor providing clinical supervision to developing therapists.
Working in the inpatient and outpatient setting for the past decade has provided her with the skills necessary to treat a broad range of diagnoses. She has a lot of experience working with clients on a variety of issues including eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, substance abuse, depression, relationship issues and self esteem issues. Sharon utilizes a variety of evidence based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness techniques. She has expertise in the treatment of eating disorders and she has advanced training through Columbia University in the treatment of complicated grief. Sharon enjoys working with clients of all ages but she particularly enjoys working with college students and young adults. Sharon’s aim is for each client to be their most authentic self and feel like they can talk completely freely without fear of judgment. She strives to create an LGBTQIA+ affirming and sex positive therapy space. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process where she will partner with you to achieve your goals.
Sally Kim, LCPC
MD License# LC15113
Sally Kim is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree from University of Maryland, College Park and her Master’s in Counseling from Dallas Theological Seminar. She is currently seeing clients for virtual therapy on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.
She has a wealth of experience working with individuals across the lifespan but she particularly enjoys working with adolescents and young adults. Sally enjoys helping her clients build their confidence, deal with life stressors no matter how big or small, and learn new coping strategies. Sally can do therapy in both English and Korean. Sally sees clients with a variety of presenting concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and low self esteem. Sally practices from an eclectic framework incorporating expressive therapy techniques, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her goal is to help equip clients with tools and skills so that they can make healthier choices and live their best lives. In her free time, Sally loves to spend time with her family, reading, and baking.
Claire Bromwell, LCPC
MD License# LC9781
Claire is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from Guildford College and obtained her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Johns Hopkins University. She has worked in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient levels of care.
Claire has over 15 years of experience across various environments and populations. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, identity struggles, and relationship concerns. She is trained in traditional techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy. However, she also incorporates techniques involving mindfulness, the mind-body connection and Pranayama having undergone extensive training in these areas. She is dedicated to supporting her clients every step of the way on their journey to finding their authentic self, helping clients uncover fears, insecurities, and obstacles that may hinder their self realization.
Cinthia Rivera, LMSW
License # #27478
Cinthia is a licensed master social worker specializing in Anxiety Disorders, Depression, and Bipolar Disorders. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from UMBC in 2018 and her Master’s degree from the School of Social Work at the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2023.
Cinthia is dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally responsive care. Her experience spans working with unaccompanied minors, supporting teenagers and adults in inpatient settings, and providing therapy for adolescents in Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). She has also worked as a school-based therapist in elementary and middle schools and served as a clinician for Montgomery County Government, assisting adults mandated to mental health services through probation officers, CPS, and other agencies. Additionally, Cinthia has experience working with homeless populations and individuals struggling with substance use disorders, helping them navigate mental health challenges and access essential resources.
She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions, helping clients navigate challenges related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cinthia strives to create a safe and inclusive space for all individuals to explore their mental health needs.
As someone who understands the struggles of intrusive thoughts, pressured anxiety, and the weight of a depressive episode, Cinthia is here to help! You don’t have to go through this alone together, you can work toward healing, growth, and empowerment.
Outside of work, Cinthia enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, and quality moments with her dog and cat. She also loves discovering new restaurants and exploring diverse culinary experiences. She current sees clients on Monday and Tuesday evenings as well as Saturday mornings.