Grace Dushatinski
Warm, engaging support for children and families
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About
Grace Dushatinski, MD, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping children and families navigate life’s challenges with care and clarity. With more than a decade of experience supporting children and adolescents in both school-based and clinical settings, she brings a well-rounded understanding of how emotions, behavior, and daily environments intersect at home and in the classroom.
Grace specializes in supporting kids who are dealing with anxiety, intense emotions, behavioral concerns, social struggles, and major transitions. Her work has included close collaboration with students, caregivers, and educators, which informs a whole-child perspective that considers not only how a child feels inside, but also what they are experiencing across their routines and relationships.
Her style is warm, patient, and engaging, with an emphasis on creating a trusting connection so children can feel safe, understood, and comfortable opening up. Sessions may blend conversation with play-based methods and practical skill-building to help children express feelings, strengthen emotion regulation, and build confidence over time.
Grace also views caregivers as an important part of the therapeutic process. She partners with parents and guardians by offering support, insight, and concrete strategies that can be used consistently at home and at school to reinforce progress and help children thrive.
Grace specializes in supporting kids who are dealing with anxiety, intense emotions, behavioral concerns, social struggles, and major transitions. Her work has included close collaboration with students, caregivers, and educators, which informs a whole-child perspective that considers not only how a child feels inside, but also what they are experiencing across their routines and relationships.
Her style is warm, patient, and engaging, with an emphasis on creating a trusting connection so children can feel safe, understood, and comfortable opening up. Sessions may blend conversation with play-based methods and practical skill-building to help children express feelings, strengthen emotion regulation, and build confidence over time.
Grace also views caregivers as an important part of the therapeutic process. She partners with parents and guardians by offering support, insight, and concrete strategies that can be used consistently at home and at school to reinforce progress and help children thrive.
- Location:
- Maryland, United States
- Years Experience:
- 13
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MD LCSW-C 19108
- NPI Number: 1376060756
- License: LCSW-C (Maryland)
Evidence-Based Support, Made Accessible Online
Grace Dushatinski uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques, focusing on practical tools that can help children and families manage everyday challenges. Skill-building is often central to the work, helping kids learn ways to name emotions, handle big feelings, and practice coping strategies that support confidence and resilience in real-life situations such as school stress or social difficulties.She also incorporates play-based techniques, which can help children express what they may not yet have words for. Play-informed work can be especially useful when kids feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in behavioral patterns, offering an engaging way to explore emotions and practice new responses.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Grace works collaboratively with caregivers and clients to understand what is happening, what goals matter most, and what style of support feels comfortable, then adjusts the plan over time based on what is helpful.
Online therapy makes it easier to access support in a way that fits family life. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving families flexibility for busy schedules, changing routines, and different comfort levels with communication.
How much experience does Grace Dushatinski have?
Grace Dushatinski has 13 years of experience.
Is Grace Dushatinski a licensed therapist?
Yes. Grace Dushatinski is licensed and holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C. License information: MD LCSW-C 19108.
In which languages does Grace Dushatinski provide therapy?
Grace Dushatinski provides therapy in English.
Where is Grace Dushatinski located?
Grace Dushatinski is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Grace Dushatinski as my therapist?
You can work with Grace Dushatinski through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to choose a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Grace Dushatinski work with international clients?
No. Grace Dushatinski does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Grace Dushatinski 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 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.