Practicing since: 2023 Christopher graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore with a Masterβs degree in Social Work. He was
Accepts 3 Insurance Carriers:
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- United Healthcare
Meet Christopher Minarcin, MSW, LMSW
Practicing since: 2023
Christopher graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore with a Masterβs degree in Social Work. He was inspired to become a mental health counselor after several years of crisis work, where he saw many individuals without a safe space in their lives. He strives to create a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe sharing their thoughts and feelings.
Christopher approaches treatment using an eclectic style, recognizing that no two individuals are the same and that there is no βcookie-cutterβ approach to care. He tailors his therapeutic interventions to each clientβs unique needs, strengths, and experiences. Christopher also takes a collaborative approach to treatment planning, working closely with clients to identify their goals and support them in making meaningful, personalized progress toward them.
Clients will be met where they are in their mental health journey during treatment with Christopher. He values the therapeutic relationship and believes that feeling safe is essential for clients to be able to be vulnerable in sessions. Christopher also prioritizes client autonomy, encouraging individuals to take ownership of what they can control and to actively engage in their lives rather than feel like passive observers.
Christopher Minarcin, LMSW, is licensed in the state of Maryland (#33599) and is under the clinical supervision of JaVon Townsend, LCSW-C (#18559).

Engagement Badge
Awarded: 06/01/2026
Issues Served
- Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence)
- ADD and ADHD
- Alzheimer's and Dementia
- Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain
- Court Mandated Therapy
- Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Eating Disorders
- Educational and Learning Disabilities
- Gender Identity Issues
- Grief and Loss
- Impulse Control and Anger Management
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships
- Life Coaching
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other)
- Recently hospitalized clients or those coming from In-patient mental health treatment
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions)
- Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors
- Trauma and PTSD
Insurance
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- United Healthcare
Office Locations
- Silver Spring Condo Office
- Silver Spring, MD
More Information
Age Groups: Adolescents 12-17, Adults 18+, Geriatric Adults 65+
Demographics: Female, LGBTQ+, Male, Military/Veterans
Languages: English
Treatment Orientation: Adlerian Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eclectic, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
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