Therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and depression - virtual therapy in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, Philadelphia

Clinical psychologist offering teletherapy services.

Dr. Scott Levson

I am a clinical psychologist who treats adults experiencing anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, low self-esteem, chronic self-doubt, and trauma-related disorders.

I work with individuals in demanding, high-responsibility roles who may be navigating work-related stress or challenges. I’m especially passionate about working with those in helping professions—like therapists, clergy, and medical professionals—who dedicate themselves to the well-being of others and may sometimes need space to care for their own.

I am licensed in the states of Maryland, New York, and Pennsylvania, and can provide teletherapy to those who reside in Maryland, Virginia, DC, and other PSYPACT participating states.

Click here to learn more about me or see some of the treatments I offer below.

Individual Psychotherapy

Evidence-based treatment.

I primarily approach treatment through a psychodynamic lens, which emphasizes how early relationships and experiences shape our current patterns in relationships, emotions, and sense of self. From this perspective, therapy becomes a collaborative exploration of your core conflicts—how they developed and the ways they may be playing out in your current life in unhelpful or distressing patterns.

As we work together, we'll look at recurring themes in your life, exploring how your coping strategies and relational patterns may be affecting your current experiences. Gaining awareness of these patterns often creates space for new ways of being, which can reduce distress and improve mental well-being.

Therapeutic alliance.

The relationship between therapist and client—known as the therapeutic alliance—is foundational to meaningful progress in therapy. Because our work often involves exploring relationships (past and present), the quality of our connection matters deeply. I strive to approach each session with openness, curiosity, and flexibility so that our time together feels collaborative, safe, and effective

A pragmatic approach.

While psychodynamic theory informs much of my therapeutic orientation, I also take a pragmatic, integrative approach by incorporating tools from other evidence-based treatments. People are complex, and no single theory or approach can fully capture the nuance of each individual. My goal is to deeply understand you and your unique experiences in order to creatively tailor my approach to your needs.

Below, you’ll find a list of symptoms and diagnoses I commonly work with, as well as treatment approaches and techniques I regularly draw from.