Demonica Tuggles, MD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Demonica Tuggles - licensed clinician supporting life transitions
- Grief and trauma support
- CBT and ACT approaches
- Video phone and chat
About Demonica Tuggles
Demonica Tuggles brings a calm, practical approach to helping people navigate anxiety, stress, grief, and the disruptions that come with major life changes. She frames therapy as a collaborative, non-judgmental partnership in which everyday concerns - from parenting challenges to relationship strain and coping with loss - are met with clear, skills-based support and empathetic listening.
Her practice draws on several evidence-informed methods, including motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, cognitive behavioral approaches, and acceptance and commitment therapy. These tools are used to explore the roots of difficult feelings, identify useful coping strategies, and build confidence and motivation for change. Treatment is individualized, with sessions and plans tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and goals.
Demonica holds a Master of Social Work from Howard University and maintains professional clinical licenses. Her listed credentials include MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW - a set of qualifications that reflect clinical training and licensure as a social worker and clinician. She also has experience in child welfare, gerontology, grief and loss work, and supporting clients around self-esteem and life transitions.
With eight years of professional experience, she aims to create practical pathways toward growth and resilience. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Her practice draws on several evidence-informed methods, including motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, cognitive behavioral approaches, and acceptance and commitment therapy. These tools are used to explore the roots of difficult feelings, identify useful coping strategies, and build confidence and motivation for change. Treatment is individualized, with sessions and plans tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and goals.
Demonica holds a Master of Social Work from Howard University and maintains professional clinical licenses. Her listed credentials include MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW - a set of qualifications that reflect clinical training and licensure as a social worker and clinician. She also has experience in child welfare, gerontology, grief and loss work, and supporting clients around self-esteem and life transitions.
With eight years of professional experience, she aims to create practical pathways toward growth and resilience. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Demonica Tuggles have?
Demonica Tuggles has eight years of professional experience.
Is Demonica Tuggles a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials MD, LCSW-C, and LICSW. License details provided are: MD LCSW-C 30015, DC LICSW LC200001902.
In which languages does Demonica Tuggles provide therapy?
Demonica Tuggles provides therapy in English.
Where is Demonica Tuggles located?
She is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Demonica Tuggles as my therapist?
She offers therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does Demonica Tuggles work with international clients?
Demonica Tuggles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Demonica Tuggles cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches available online with Demonica Tuggles
Demonica often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps clients clarify personal values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. This approach can support people coping with stress, anxiety, and major life transitions by emphasizing meaningful goals rather than symptom elimination alone.
She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, a supportive, non-directive method that prioritizes empathy and the client’s own insight. This approach is helpful when building trust, improving self-esteem, and exploring relationship or identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is another commonly used method; it focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses, useful for anxiety, stress, and coping skills work.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Demonica collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to access licensed professionals from different locations and to fit sessions into busy schedules. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice skills between sessions under the guidance of a trained therapist.