Kimara Runcie, MD, LCPC, LMHC
Compassionate clinician guiding healing and meaningful change
- Trauma and relationship care
- Evidence-based methods
- Flexible session options
About Kimara Runcie
Kimara Runcie is a licensed mental health professional with 12 years of clinical experience who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, and life transitions. She creates an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely, and she emphasizes empowerment and practical steps toward a more fulfilling life. Kimara blends professional training with a compassionate, collaborative stance to support clients as they take the often-difficult first steps toward change.
Holding credentials as an MD, LCPC, and LMHC, Kimara brings a broad clinical background to her work - MD indicates a medical degree, LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and LMHC means Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Licensed in New York and based in Maryland, she draws on evidence-informed approaches to address concerns ranging from depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD to intimacy, parenting, career issues, and caregiver stress.
Whether the focus is coping with trauma and abuse, improving communication and attachment in relationships, or building coping skills for stress and anger, Kimara partners with each person to identify goals and develop practical strategies. Her practice places an emphasis on respect, validation, and strength-based guidance to help clients move toward meaningful, sustainable change.
Holding credentials as an MD, LCPC, and LMHC, Kimara brings a broad clinical background to her work - MD indicates a medical degree, LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and LMHC means Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Licensed in New York and based in Maryland, she draws on evidence-informed approaches to address concerns ranging from depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD to intimacy, parenting, career issues, and caregiver stress.
Whether the focus is coping with trauma and abuse, improving communication and attachment in relationships, or building coping skills for stress and anger, Kimara partners with each person to identify goals and develop practical strategies. Her practice places an emphasis on respect, validation, and strength-based guidance to help clients move toward meaningful, sustainable change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimara Runcie have?
Kimara Runcie has 12 years of professional experience.
Is Kimara Runcie a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials MD, LCPC, and LMHC. License details are MD LCPC LC15039 and NY LMHC 009861.
In which languages does Kimara Runcie provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Kimara Runcie located?
Kimara Runcie is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Kimara Runcie as my therapist?
You can work with Kimara Runcie through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimara Runcie work with international clients?
Kimara Runcie does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimara Runcie cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kimara Runcie uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where clients explore their own goals and values. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration so individuals can identify personal strengths and make meaningful choices about relationships, self-esteem, and life direction.
She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that examines the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT is useful for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and coping skills by teaching concrete tools to reframe unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another method Kimara draws on for work with couples and attachment-related concerns. EFT helps partners and family members understand emotional responses, improve connection, and repair patterns that contribute to conflict and disconnection.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Kimara works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to attend sessions from different locations. These formats support ongoing, accessible care and allow therapists and licensed professionals to tailor interactions to each client’s comfort and practical needs.