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Patrick Scally, MD, LCSW-C

Experienced Maryland clinician supporting meaningful change
  • Compassionate and respectful care
  • Tailored collaborative plans
  • Support for life transitions

About Patrick Scally

Patrick Scally, MD, LCSW-C, is licensed in Maryland and brings 47 years of professional clinical social work experience to his work with individuals and families. As a medical doctor and a licensed clinical social worker, he draws on a long clinical history to help clients navigate depression, stress and anxiety, childhood trauma, and grief or loss while also addressing struggles with motivation, self esteem, and confidence.

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he emphasizes collaboration when shaping conversation and treatment. Patrick tailors dialog and treatment plans to the specific needs of each client and values their input at every step. He recognizes that taking the first steps toward change requires courage and offers steady support and empowerment throughout the process, helping clients pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Patrick Scally have?

Patrick Scally has 50 years of professional experience.

Is Patrick Scally a licensed therapist?

Yes, he holds these credentials: MD, LCSW-C. License details: MD LCSW-C 02526.

In which languages does Patrick Scally provide therapy?

Patrick Scally provides therapy in English.

Where is Patrick Scally located?

Patrick Scally is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Patrick Scally as my therapist?

You can work with Patrick Scally through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Patrick Scally work with international clients?

Patrick Scally does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Patrick Scally 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 with therapy 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 with Patrick Scally

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client as the expert on their own life and emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration; it is especially helpful for building self esteem, addressing motivation, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and can be effective for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy involves learning present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance skills to reduce stress and support coping with trauma, grief, and ongoing emotional distress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Patrick works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so the plan evolves with the client’s progress.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for flexible scheduling and access from home or another convenient location. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and stay connected with licensed professionals and therapists even when in-person meetings are not possible.

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