D. Giovanni Scott

D. Giovanni Scott is a Psychologist based in Maryland with 22 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, career strain, and ADHD. Her work emphasizes practical skills and steady progress so clients can handle everyday challenges more easily.

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people build insight and strengthen coping skills. Sessions typically include clear strategies for managing panic, social anxiety, and seasonal mood shifts. She also addresses complex personal histories such as attachment concerns, family of origin issues, and blended family stress.

Over two decades Dr. Scott has worked in assessment, consultation, supervision, and training settings, and she currently contributes to a doctoral psychology internship program. That background informs a focused, thoughtful approach in sessions and a habit of teaching skills that people can use after therapy ends.

Faith is part of her life, and she welcomes clients who want to include Christian beliefs in their work. She frames faith as one of many resources that can support change rather than a requirement for therapy.

Practical needs like career direction, coaching for workplace stress, and managing symptoms related to traumatic brain injury or somatization are part of her caseload. People looking to work on communication problems, control issues, or the effects of prejudice and discrimination may also find relevant support.

How her approaches translate to online care

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and solve practical problems. One common approach focuses on teaching coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce anxiety and panic; this involves practicing grounding and breathing techniques and trying small, structured exposures to feared situations. Another approach emphasizes understanding patterns in relationships and attachment, helping people recognize repeating dynamics and try new communication habits to improve connection and reduce isolation.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs, and then recommend approaches that fit. Progress is reviewed regularly so the plan can change if something isn’t working.

Note that this therapist conducts sessions by video only. When considering online therapy, video appointments can make it easier to fit sessions into a workday, avoid travel time, and maintain continuity when schedules change. They also allow the therapist to observe nonverbal cues and practice skills together in real time. Confirm current session logistics and scheduling details before booking to ensure they match your needs.