Dr. Alissa Putman

Dr. Alissa Putman creates a welcoming and steady therapeutic space where people can safely explore what matters most to them. She emphasizes empathy and collaboration, listening for what is working well while gently identifying areas clients want to change. Drawing on positive psychology and executive coaching principles, she helps clients set practical goals to move forward when they feel stuck.

Fit and rapport are central to her approach, so she regularly checks in to ensure the work is aligned with each person’s priorities. She uses a client-centered framework and integrates techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal work, and family systems to address presenting concerns. She also honors clients’ time by focusing sessions on measurable progress toward stated goals.

Dr. Putman is a licensed psychologist practicing in Maryland and has more than 20 years of professional experience in higher education and healthcare settings. Her areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship and identity exploration, career issues and job burnout, stress management, resilience, grief, parenting and family conflicts, intimacy and sexual concerns, sleep difficulties, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and coaching for career and personal growth.

Her volunteer activities include providing suicide prevention education through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and mentoring underrepresented minority teens. Dr. Putman looks forward to working collaboratively with individuals who are ready to pursue meaningful change.