Kimberly Downing, MD, LCPC
Experienced Maryland therapist focused on mindfulness and trauma
- Trauma and anxiety
- Mindfulness skills
- Grief and loss
About Kimberly Downing
Kimberly Downing is a licensed Maryland clinician with 20 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and challenges with self-esteem. She holds an MD - Doctor of Medicine - and an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, combining medical training with specialized counseling expertise to support a wide range of concerns.
Kimberly creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore difficult thoughts and emotions and build practical skills for day-to-day life. Her work emphasizes mindfulness and present-moment awareness as tools to manage distress and strengthen resilience, and she draws on evidence-based methods to address motivation, confidence, and recovery from past abuse or loss.
Clients can expect collaborative care focused on their goals, whether they are coping with chronic stress, processing grief, improving self-worth, or addressing trauma-related symptoms. Kimberly aims to empower individuals to take the steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life, offering steady support and practical strategies throughout the therapeutic process.
Kimberly creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore difficult thoughts and emotions and build practical skills for day-to-day life. Her work emphasizes mindfulness and present-moment awareness as tools to manage distress and strengthen resilience, and she draws on evidence-based methods to address motivation, confidence, and recovery from past abuse or loss.
Clients can expect collaborative care focused on their goals, whether they are coping with chronic stress, processing grief, improving self-worth, or addressing trauma-related symptoms. Kimberly aims to empower individuals to take the steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life, offering steady support and practical strategies throughout the therapeutic process.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberly Downing have?
Kimberly Downing has 20 years of professional experience.
Is Kimberly Downing a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: MD, LCPC. License details: MD LCPC LC15171.
In which languages does Kimberly Downing provide therapy?
Kimberly Downing provides therapy in English.
Where is Kimberly Downing located?
She is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Kimberly Downing as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberly Downing through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberly Downing work with international clients?
Yes, Kimberly Downing works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberly Downing cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kimberly Downing integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on respectful, empathetic listening and collaborative goal-setting, helping clients explore their values and feel understood - it is useful for building self-esteem and addressing relationship or identity concerns. CBT teaches practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Mindfulness therapy encourages present-moment awareness through simple exercises and attention training, which can reduce reactivity to difficult emotions and support recovery from trauma and grief.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kimberly works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work stays relevant and achievable.
Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic constraints. These options allow clients to receive consistent support from licensed professionals in ways that fit their daily lives, making it easier to build momentum and practice new skills between sessions.