Gladys Moniba Payne, MD, LCPC

Gladys Moniba Payne is a licensed clinician based in Maryland with 16 years of experience supporting individuals facing stress, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem struggles, depression, and life transitions. She holds an MD - Doctor of Medicine - and the LCPC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, reflecting both medical training and specialized counseling licensure.

Her work addresses a wide range of concerns including abandonment and attachment challenges, body image, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, and questions of life purpose and midlife transition. She also treats mood disorders and provides focused support around trauma, abuse, and relationship dynamics such as narcissistic patterns and forgiveness work.

Gladys integrates evidence-informed methods to guide therapy. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; Solution-Focused techniques to build practical steps toward change; and Person-Centered approaches that emphasize the client’s experience and strengths. For trauma work she has incorporated Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) into her practice for several years.

She approaches therapy with a respectful, nonjudgmental stance and aims to help people create clearer coping strategies, improved relationships, and a greater sense of calm and purpose. Her style centers on collaboration and practical tools tailored to each person’s goals.