Sometimes life is incredibly overwhelming. Maybe you’ve given it your all but life isn’t working out. Or maybe you’re successful overall but miserable inside. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or burnout, Neurodivergence causes shame and trauma to build up over years of dealing with people who don’t understand. Together we’ll process shame, overcome procrastination, challenge obstacles, and improve what is already empowering you. The neurodivergent brain works differently, and understanding those differences is essential for progress.

You already have the ability to better yourself and your life, even if someone convinced you otherwise. We’ll work with what you come into the session with, probably make a few sarcastic jokes, and leave with a better mindset. I have helped many people break free of these negative voices holding them back and regain control of their lives. It’s hard to find a good fit for a therapist, and I’d love to connect to see if we are a good fit if you are ready.

Kudzu Counseling LLC

Noah Berman, LCSW-C

Therapist/Owner

I am currently accepting clients in afternoon, evening, and Saturday slots. I accept Cigna, Evernorth, United, and Optum insurance in Maryland. Physical session locations are negotiable. Openings are available for same day sessions as late as 9:00 PM.

Lived Experience

I have lived experience with and deeply understand ADHD, Autism, Trauma, low self-esteem, self-criticism, anxiety, depression, Tourette Syndrome, and shame.

Practical skills

I offer tools and techniques to help with struggles in daily life. With ADHD, I use cognitive, relational, and behavioral strategies to overcome barriers to progress, improve motivation, and challenge shame. I also heavily use cognitive and behavioral interventions like challenging unhealthy core beliefs, using schedules to maintain task momentum, confronting self-sabotaging patterns, I’ll help you develop tools to manage stress and understand your emotions, and process the trauma and anxiety of life with ADHD and autism. I am also trained in trauma focused treatment methods and Written Exposure Therapy for trauma.

Neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ affirming

I am deeply experienced with and fully accepting of the neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, and other communities. I offer services through telehealth and in person.

Kudzu Counseling LLC

Individuals

I accept United, Optum, Cigna, and Evernorth insurance plans. I charge $150 for individual sessions for cash pay.

I offer a discount for the first 3 sessions at $100 a session before deciding if you want to continue.

I have availability every weekday afternoon and evening, as well as Saturday openings.

Issues

  • ADHD

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Gender Identity

  • Coping skills

  • Stress

  • Relationship issues

  • High-functioning Autism

  • Life Changes

  • Shame

  • Low self-esteem

  • Self-criticism

  • Men’s issues

  • Suicidal ideation

  • Loneliness