Dr. Meg DePasquale , MD, LCSW-C

Dr. Meg DePasquale is a Maryland-licensed clinician who supports people working through addiction, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. With a warm, nonjudgmental approach she emphasizes practical coping strategies and collaborative goal-setting to help clients move toward clearer thinking and greater emotional balance.

She holds both an MD and an LCSW-C - MD indicates a medical degree and LCSW-C denotes a licensed clinical social worker with clinical training - and brings a broad perspective to complex life concerns. Her practice focuses on creating an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly, and where clients can explore change at a pace that feels manageable.

Dr. DePasquale encourages those taking the first step toward therapy, recognizing that beginning work on personal issues requires courage. She strives to foster trust and respect in sessions so that people can address long-standing patterns, cope with stressful events, and build confidence in their ability to handle life’s challenges.

Evidence-based approaches for online care and support

Dr. Meg DePasquale uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skills and understanding the impact of past events. One approach focuses on building concrete coping skills - such as stress management, emotion regulation, and problem-solving - that help people manage anxiety, mood concerns, and day-to-day stressors. Another approach centers on trauma-informed care, which helps individuals process and recover from experiences of abuse or loss while prioritizing safety and gradual pacing. A third emphasis is on addiction-focused strategies that support motivation, relapse prevention, and steps toward sustained recovery.

Finding the right combination of techniques is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. DePasquale works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, set goals, and adjust methods over time so therapy fits the client’s preferences and circumstances. Licensed professionals and therapists adapt interventions to match what is most helpful for the individual.

Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity of care, and connect with support from home or elsewhere while working toward meaningful change.