Therapy Services
Evidence-Based Therapy for High-Functioning and Cross-Cultural Lives Seeking Lasting Growth.
Dr. Xiaofang (Bethanie) Wang Lanterman is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) in Maryland and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Washington, DC and Virginia. She provides evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families, with a focus on trauma recovery, relationship healing, emotional regulation, and life transitions using culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
Services are available in English and Mandarin Chinese.
In-person appointments are offered in North Bethesda and College Park, Maryland. Secure telehealth is available to clients located in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and Florida (under registered Out-of-State Telehealth Provider status).
You Deserve More Than Just Coping
Supporting High-Functioning and Cross-Cultural Individuals and Families with Depth and Stability
Some people are not “falling apart” — they are carrying a great deal alone.
They may appear steady in their careers, academics, or family roles, while privately navigating trauma history, relational strain, identity conflict, cultural transition, or questions of meaning and faith.
I work with high-functioning professionals navigating emotional fatigue beneath external success, international and cross-cultural individuals facing identity shifts and migration stress, and individuals and families who value faith, tradition, or deeply held beliefs while engaging real-world relational and life challenges.
Therapy is not only about symptom relief. It is about long-term emotional regulation, relational depth, identity integration, and sustainable personal growth.
Clinical Depth and Cultural Understanding
My work integrates trauma-informed and attachment-based frameworks with evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Brainspotting, CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and systemic approaches.
For clients who value faith or spirituality, these themes may be thoughtfully integrated when requested and clinically appropriate. Faith is never assumed or imposed.
For cross-cultural clients, I understand that identity transition is not merely an “adjustment issue,” but a deeper psychological reorganization.
For high-functioning professionals, I help you move beyond performance toward emotional resilience and relational depth.
My Therapy Services
Individual & Trauma Therapy
For adults and children (ages 7+) experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, identity stress, or life transitions
Using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including EMDR, Brainspotting-informed therapy, Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and CBT, I help clients process difficult experiences, regulate the nervous system, and build lasting emotional resilience.
Couples Therapy
For premarital, married, intercultural, and interracial couples seeking improved communication and emotional connection
Drawing from Gottman Method–informed, Emotionally Focused Therapy–informed, Cognitive Behavioral Couples Therapy, and family systems approaches, I help couples identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen emotional bonds, and improve conflict resolution. When trauma impacts the relationship, trauma-informed approaches such as EMDR or Brainspotting-informed techniques may be integrated to support relational healing.
Family Therapy
For families navigating parenting challenges, intergenerational conflict, and cross-cultural stress
Grounded in family systems theory, attachment-informed, and trauma-responsive approaches, I help families strengthen communication, improve parent–child relationships, and foster healthier dynamics across generations. When trauma or prolonged stress is present, EMDR and Brainspotting-informed techniques may be incorporated alongside systemic work to support stabilization and relational repair.
Support That Understands Your Unique Experience
Why work with me
Trauma-Informed Healing Methods
Using EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches, I help you process trauma, reduce distress, and develop tools for emotional regulation and long-term resilience.
Bilingual and Bicultural Care
Raised in China and trained in both China and the United States, I bridge Eastern and Western perspectives in therapy—offering care in Mandarin Chinese and English for clients navigating bicultural identity, cross-cultural stress, and immigrant experiences.
Evidence-Based Relationship Guidance
FAQs About Therapy
Commonly Asked Questions
Who do you work with?
What languages do you offer therapy in?
I provide therapy in English and Mandarin Chinese. Sessions may be conducted fully in one language or bilingually, depending on client preference.
Where is Dr. Wang Lanterman licensed to provide psychotherapy?
I am licensed to practice psychotherapy in:
• Maryland
• Washington, DC
• Virginia
Telehealth services are also available to clients physically located in Florida under registered Out-of-State Telehealth Provider status.
Do you offer in-person therapy?
Yes. In-person therapy is available at the following Maryland office locations:
- North Bethesda (Montgomery County), Maryland
- College Park (Prince George’s County), Maryland
Do you offer telehealth psychotherapy?
Yes. Secure telehealth therapy is available to clients who are physically located in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, or Florida (under registered Out-of-State Telehealth Provider status) at the time of the session.
Telehealth cannot be provided to clients located outside these jurisdictions due to professional licensing regulations.
Where do I need to be for therapy sessions?
For any therapy session (in person or telehealth), you must be physically located in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, or Florida (under registered Out-of-State Telehealth Provider status) at the time of service.
If you live outside these jurisdictions, you may still work with me by attending in-person sessions at my Maryland office locations.
How often do therapy sessions take place?
How long does therapy typically last?
Progress is reviewed regularly, and the treatment plan is adjusted collaboratively as appropriate.
How long are therapy sessions?
- 50-minute sessions
- 90-minute sessions (often helpful for trauma work, couples therapy, or family sessions)
What are your therapy fees?
- 50-minute session: $220
- 90-minute session: $330
Do you offer premarital counseling packages?
Yes. Premarital counseling is offered as a structured package that includes assessment, personalized feedback, and skills-based guidance in communication, conflict resolution, and shared values.
Premarital Counseling Package Fee: $1,500Prepare/Enrich or SYMBIS assessments are administered through the program and require a small per-partner fee charged directly by the assessment provider, separate from my practice fee.
What is your cancellation policy?
I require at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment.
Appointments canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice, or missed appointments (no-shows), may be charged the full session fee. Insurance companies do not reimburse for missed or late-canceled sessions.
Do you provide immigration psychological evaluations as part of therapy?
Immigration psychological evaluations are not part of psychotherapy. They are provided as a separate, non-therapeutic service with a distinct purpose, informed consent, and documentation process. Clients seeking immigration evaluations can learn more on the Immigration Psychological Evaluation page.
Can therapy help with stress related to immigration or cultural adjustment?
Yes. Therapy can support individuals and families navigating cross-cultural transitions, cultural adjustment challenges, identity development concerns, or the emotional impact of family separation. This work focuses on psychological well-being, emotional regulation, and adaptive coping, and does not include legal opinions, forensic evaluations, or immigration assessments.
Do you offer Christian-informed or faith-integrated therapy?
Yes. I am a Christian, and for clients who identify as Christian, faith can be thoughtfully integrated into therapy when it is meaningful to the client and explicitly requested. This may include exploring how spiritual beliefs, values, and faith practices relate to emotional healing, relationships, and life transitions.
My approach remains evidence-based and client-centered. Faith is never assumed or imposed and is incorporated only in ways that align with each client’s goals, comfort level, and clinical needs. I warmly welcome clients of all backgrounds and beliefs, and spiritual or religious themes are included in therapy only when they are helpful and desired by the client.
Have more questions?
Take the First Step Toward Healing
You don’t have to navigate these struggles alone. Whether you’re healing from trauma, strengthening your relationship, or supporting your family through transitions, compassionate and expert help is available now.
Consultation & Preparation
We begin with a complimentary 15-minute consultation to explore fit.
If we move forward, you’ll complete consent forms and initial assessments before your first session.
Assessment & Goal Clarification
Early sessions focus on understanding your story, relationships, attachment patterns, and cultural context.
Together, we develop a personalized treatment plan that evolves over time.
Ongoing Growth & Thoughtful Closure
Therapy progresses at your pace, with regular review of goals and progress.
When you’re ready, we conclude with a meaningful summary of your growth and next steps.