Monica Dada (Barham)

Monica Dada (Barham) is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland who helps people handle anger, stress, anxiety, and related challenges. She draws on two decades of experience to offer steady, practical support for everyday struggles. Short-term goals and clearer coping skills are common focuses in her work.

She aims to make the therapy room feel calm and straightforward. Monica listens closely and helps people name what’s happening so they can take useful next steps. Sessions often focus on communication, managing strong feelings, and building routines that make life easier.

Her approach blends several evidence-based methods while keeping sessions centered on the person in front of her. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify values and commit to small, concrete actions.

Monica also uses client-centered methods to create a nonjudgmental space, and motivational interviewing to support change when people feel stuck. She works with concerns such as grief, trauma, addictions, relationship strain, parenting stress, body image, and identity questions.

She has particular experience supporting caregivers, folks coping with chronic illness, and people managing multiple co-occurring issues. Monica’s style is practical and collaborative. She helps people set realistic steps, check progress, and adjust plans as life changes.

Sessions are conducted in English. Readers should confirm current session options before booking and use the Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How her methods translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people connect with what matters to them and take small actions that match their values. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, anger, and life transitions where clarifying priorities can guide choices.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It works well for anxiety, mood challenges, and learning concrete tools to manage strong emotions.

Monica treats finding the right approach as a team effort. She will talk with the person about goals, try methods that fit, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That collaboration makes it easier to switch strategies when necessary.

Confirm the current online session options before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also be a good match when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are important practical concerns.