Samuel Kelly III, MD, LCSW-C

Samuel Kelly III brings 25 years of professional experience to his practice in Maryland, combining medical and social work perspectives to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. He holds an MD, indicating medical training, and an LCSW-C, which denotes a licensed clinical social worker qualified to provide psychotherapy. Samuel tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person he works with, drawing on a broad clinical focus that includes motivation, self-esteem and confidence, coping with life changes, chronic pain, illness and disability, communication challenges, mood disorders, sexuality, and questions about life purpose.

His approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with an aim to meet clients where they are and help them move toward more fulfilling, happier lives. Samuel acknowledges the courage involved in seeking change and positions himself as a supportive, empowering partner in the process. He adapts the pace and tools of therapy to fit individual needs, guiding practical steps while listening for the values and goals that matter most to each person.

Throughout his long career Samuel has worked with a range of concerns commonly experienced across the lifespan, and he focuses on creating a collaborative relationship that balances honesty with encouragement. He frames therapy as a tailored journey rather than a one-size-fits-all solution, helping people build resilience, improve communication, and navigate transitions with clearer direction and renewed confidence.