Pridgett Harmon , MD, LCPC

Pridgett Harmon is a Maryland-licensed clinician with four years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, and trauma and abuse. She approaches each person as the expert of their own story and seeks to build on existing strengths to help clients move past challenges and toward a more satisfying life.

Pridgett holds the credentials MD and LCPC - MD indicating a medical degree and LCPC indicating a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and applies evidence-informed practices to meet each client where they are. She emphasizes practical tools and compassionate support, recognizing that taking the first step toward change takes courage. Pridgett aims to partner with clients to set realistic goals, develop coping skills, and encourage the resilience already present in their lives.

Her work is grounded in respect and collaboration, with a focus on creating a therapeutic process that honors the client’s experience while offering guidance and structure when needed. Pridgett is committed to helping people pursue a happier, more fulfilling life by supporting growth, strengthening coping abilities, and addressing the issues that interfere with daily functioning and relationships.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Pridgett uses evidence-based, skills-focused strategies to help people manage stress and anxiety, teaching practical techniques for reducing overwhelm and improving day-to-day functioning. These approaches emphasize breathing, grounding, and thought restructuring to support clearer coping in stressful moments.

For those working through substance use and behavioral patterns, she offers addiction-focused interventions that center on building relapse prevention skills, identifying triggers, and strengthening motivation for change. These methods help clients develop routines and supports that promote healthier choices over time.

Pridgett also applies a trauma-informed perspective to support healing from abuse and related concerns by prioritizing safety, pacing, and stabilization before intensive processing. This approach aims to validate experiences while gently expanding coping capacity.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Pridgett will work with each person to identify the techniques that best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging allow people to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. These options can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and provide multiple ways to stay connected to support between sessions.