CPS is committed to providing supportive, individualized, and evidence-based care. We offer in person appointments in Bethesda and telehealth appointments in the DMV area as well as 36 other states
We specialize in working with clients experiencing challenges such as:
Anxiety & Mood Disorders (children, adolescents, & adults):
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Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Phobias & Panic
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Separation Anxiety
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder related to medical trauma or accidents
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Depression and Adjustment Disorders
Health Psychology Issues (children, adolescents & adults):
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
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Stress management to reduce physical symptoms (e.g., headaches, stomach discomfort)
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Coping with new and/or chronic medical conditions or injuries
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Adherence to medical regimens
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Pain management
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Needle phobia and/or procedure preparation
Additional Specialties:
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Independent School Admissions Testing:
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Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence Fourth Edition (WPPSI IV)
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The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children Fifth Edition (WISC V)
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Medical and Surgical evaluations including, but not limited to:
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Bariatric Surgery Assessments
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Insulin Pump readiness
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Spinal Cord Simulator
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Welcome to
CAPITAL PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Meet The Team
Sarah Berger, Ph.D.
Director & Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Berger is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 13 years of experience. She earned her doctorate degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) in Bethesda, Maryland.
Cendrine Robinson, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Cendrine Robinson is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in treating adolescents and adults with anxiety disorders.
Laura Kurzius, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Laura Kurzius is a clinical psychologist specializing in work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
Caroline Poirrier, MSW, LMSW, LGSW
Clinical Social Worker
Caroline Poirrier is a licensed master social worker specializing in work with children and adults on a range of issues including anxiety, depression and relationships.
Nathaniel Eckland, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Nathaniel (Nate) Eckland is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in adolescents and adults. He uses evidence-based interventions to help clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and stress related to life events and/or health challenges.
Admission Testing
Admissions testing is available to children/adolescents who are required to take an individually administered test as part of the application process to many independent schools. These tests include:
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Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence-Fourth Edition (WPPSI-IV) Ages 3-5
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Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-Fifth Edition (WISC-V) Ages 6+
Our team works hard to ensure children feel at-ease, understanding that different children may need varying lengths of time to warm-up.
Contact Us
7910 Woodmont Avenue
Suite 745
Bethesda, MD 20814
Tel: 301-501-0130
Email: sberger@cappsychology.com
Parking Options:
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In the building: parking is available in our building (entrance on the St. Elmo). The cost is $5 for the first hour and $10 for any amount of time beyond that. We do not validate parking tickets.
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On the street: metered parking is available on the street surrounding the building for maximum of 2 hours.
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Public lots: metered parking is also available in several public lots in the downtown Bethesda area:
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One block north of our building on Woodmont Avenue (across the street from Pizzeria Da Marco)
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On St. Elmo's Ave across the street from our building (next to Henry's Sweet Retreat)
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