Dr. Chriselda Fleming

Experienced psychologist blending practical tools and depth

MD Maryland

Experience: 27 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Chriselda

Dr. Chriselda Fleming is a Maryland-based MD psychologist who focuses on helping adults navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, addiction, and a broad range of life changes.

Background and approach

She combines practical, skills-based methods with attention to the personal experiences that shape behavior. Her approach often addresses habits, thinking patterns, and emotional reactions that can be changed through active work in therapy while also exploring deeper experiences that influence current relationships and self-understanding.

With 27 years of clinical experience, Dr. Fleming blends cognitive behavioral techniques with elements of psychodynamic and trauma-focused work to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

She emphasizes setting clear goals, practicing new skills between sessions, and tracking progress so therapy remains practical and relevant. The practice aims to create a respectful, steady therapeutic space where clients can build confidence, clarify values, and make decisions that support meaningful change.

Dr. Fleming also works with concerns such as bipolar disorder, ADHD, grief, eating and body-image issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, and compassion fatigue.

Services are offered in English to clients in Maryland and are structured to adapt to individual goals and preferences.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online care

Dr. Fleming frequently uses cognitive behavioral methods and trauma-focused work in her practice. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured exercises and skill training, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and processing traumatic experiences while building coping strategies to reduce the impact of those memories on daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist works with each individual to clarify goals, review what has or has not helped in the past, and adapt techniques to fit personal preferences and needs. This collaborative stance helps refine whether CBT, trauma-focused techniques, or elements from other modalities will best support progress.

Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain consistency during busy or changing routines. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver structured skill practice, reflective conversation, and practical planning without requiring travel, helping clients access care in a way that fits their daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

This practice works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, eating and body image issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related life changes.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

The clinician blends cognitive behavioral techniques with psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas, using practical skill-building alongside exploration of underlying patterns to support change.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

Dr. Fleming brings 27 years of professional experience working with adults across many presenting concerns and treatment approaches.

What are the therapist's credentials and location?

The clinician holds an MD and is listed as MD Psychologist 04776 practicing in Maryland.

Is this therapist available for non-English speakers or international clients?

Services are provided in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are offered for online work?

Sessions may be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How is cost handled for therapy here?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps do I take to begin working with this therapist?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Psychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English