PuttingFamilyFirst

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

CS Portrait of Curtrice Scott
Online therapist

Curtrice Scott

Compassionate, practical therapy with plainspoken care

Credentials
LPC, MD, LCPC
Experience
14 years
Licensed in
District of Columbia, Maryland
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Curtrice

Curtrice Scott is a licensed therapist with 14 years of experience in Maryland and Washington, DC. She holds LPC, MD and LCPC credentials and has spent over a decade supporting people who face a range of life challenges. Her work focuses on practical steps that help reduce stress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Her style is warm and interactive. She treats people with dignity and respect and aims to create a calm space for honest talk.

Background and approach

Sessions are tailored to each person’s situation rather than following a strict formula. Clinically, she draws from cognitive-behavioral ideas, humanistic principles, and psychodynamic perspectives. That blend lets her address current problems, explore patterns from the past, and build skills for coping now.

She explains things plainly and works with clients to set realistic goals. Curtrice has supported people dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep and eating difficulties, anger, career stress, bipolar symptoms, and stress more generally.

She also notes experience with neglect and physical abuse cases and with individuals who were formerly incarcerated. If someone is ready to make a change she offers support, encouragement, and practical guidance. The first sessions usually focus on identifying priorities and creating a simple plan to move forward.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Curtrice uses evidence-based approaches that translate well to remote work. Cognitive-behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thinking and experimenting with small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. These are practical exercises that can be taught and practiced between sessions over video or messaging.

Humanistic methods emphasize building a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation where clients can reflect on their values and choices. That approach supports motivation and clarity and works well in one-to-one online conversations. Psychodynamic ideas help identify patterns that repeat across relationships by gently exploring past experiences and current reactions; this can be discussed through video sessions or in reflective written exchanges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to concerns, discuss which methods might fit best, and adjust the plan together with the client based on needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility. Video calls let people have a face-to-face conversation from home, phone sessions provide an audio option, and live chat or text messaging allow brief check-ins and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and keep progress moving forward.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, relationship and intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, anger, career stress, and bipolar symptoms.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive, focusing on respectful conversation and practical steps. She tailors sessions to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
What is her professional background?
She has 14 years of experience working in the mental health field and has supported people with a broad range of life challenges, including cases involving neglect and physical abuse and clients who were formerly incarcerated.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed in Maryland and Washington, DC and practices in Maryland as noted in her profile credentials DC LPC PRC14483 and MD LCPC LC9759.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Also works with

Experience
14 years
Licensed
District of Columbia, Maryland
Languages
English

Next step

Talk to Curtrice

  • Takes a few minutes
  • Nothing to set up just to look
  • Stop at any point