Teresa Giral, PhD

Dr. Giral, BCCCAA’s Managing Director, has been in private practice in Maryland since 2010. She is known for her direct therapeutic style and emphasis on goal-setting and results. A native Spanish speaker of Cuban descent, Dr. Giral offers all services in Spanish.

BCCCAA offers a range of therapeutic services to address mental health challenges, enhance relationships, and support personal growth. The practice integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, which explores past experiences and trauma, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on restructuring thoughts and behaviors. Clinicians may use a combination of modalities tailored to individual needs. For specialized treatment, BCCCAA also provides:

Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Neuropsychological Assessments

BCCCAA supports individuals across all ages, including:

Children: Therapy is customized based on age and developmental level, incorporating play, art, and music therapy. Stress-relief techniques like relaxation and yoga may be included. Treatment often involves parents and family members to reinforce learned skills.
Adolescents: Focuses on understanding thoughts, expressing emotions, and developing coping strategies. Parents are guided to foster trust, openness, and positive interactions.
Adults: Therapy supports individuals through life transitions—both positive such as starting college or marriage, and challenging, including divorce, grief, or illness.
Seniors: Clinicians help navigate aging-related stressors, and care management professionals can assist with planning and home care services.

BCCCAA emphasizes a collaborative, multi-dimensional approach to therapy, ensuring treatment is tailored to each person’s unique needs while also engaging families and support systems.