Therapists in Maryland
Maria Hudson
Maria Hudson
Creating a warm, nonjudgmental space is my priority, where you can reconnect with your true self, heal, and strengthen your relationships. As a compassionate and attentive listener, I am committed to helping you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind throughout our time together.
My customized approach allows clients to feel supported, welcomed, encouraged, and genuinely heard. With extensive experience, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have faced a variety of challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.
Chris Jones
Chris Jones
We specialize in working with teenagers and adolescents, men and men’s issues, foster parents, adoptive parents, and persons who identify as LGBTQIA2+. We also have a passion for working with clinicians and healthcare workers.
Alexis Horst
Alexis Horst
I prioritize creating a secure and welcoming space for clients to express their thoughts, while helping them navigate complex thought processes through co-exploration and self-regulation techniques. My experience as a Division I student-athlete has influenced my emphasis on the mental health of athletes across all performance levels. Athletes frequently face substantial pressure to perform, both in competitive settings and life in general, which often leads to their mental health needs being unaddressed. My professional experience extends to areas including anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, and depression.
John Backert
John Backert
When stuck in a fog, it can be hard to find your way out. In today’s society, there is often so much going on that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stress. As a therapist, I assist others in the journey of mental health by helping clients find their way through the fog by tapping into their own strengths as well as creating a focus on overall mental wellbeing.
I am motivated by my passion to help others create positive changes in their life. I have been heavily involved the field of mental health for over a decade at a variety of different levels, in addition to having experience with a plethora of various mental health diagnoses. Some of the areas I have extensive experiencing include depression, managing anxiety, grief, and trauma.
Edward Geraty
Edward Geraty
It is my belief and practice that we are more than our limited thinking minds. If you have tried other traditional therapies and find them lacking, you may find my Transpersonal, Jungian, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral approach to be of benefit.
Brandon Brumskil
Brandon Brumskil
In my practice, my utmost priority is to cultivate a peaceful and receptive environment where open communication can thrive. I understand that therapy is not just about managing symptoms; it’s about fostering growth and development in all areas of a person’s well-being. My clinical experience includes work with adolescents and adults who have a psychosocial history involving a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, schizophrenia, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and life transitions. In sessions, my primary therapeutic modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Dushyanthi Niyangoda
Dushyanthi Niyangoda
Cultivating a deeper level of awareness is key to living in congruence to one’s purpose. I empower clients to be fearless in exploring this metaphysical space, by examining their belief systems and their alignment to core values. My passion is to help clients experience pure-consciousness and self-reflection, as a guide in balancing the demands of society, culture, and family.
Chia-Hua Lu
Chia-Hua Lu
I thrive to create a space that is safe and nonjudgmental for clients as they discover their genuine selves and create goals for being present with their loved ones. Registered as a board-certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), I believe that creativity and art-making help to communicate, explore, and connect within one’s self and with their environment. I also specialized in individuals who have experienced trauma, including but not limited to interpersonal trauma, significant losses, and PTSD. Remote therapy only.
Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones
My aim is to build strong therapeutic relationships with each client, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages growth, comfort, and safety. In this supportive environment, clients can share their stories at their own pace, without fear of judgment, and communicate their needs in a way that promotes understanding and validation. My diverse experience includes working with individuals struggling with ADHD, autism, life transitions and anxiety.
Nicole Leibforth
Nicole Leibforth
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with a wide range of age groups including children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. My professional experience includes working in a variety of settings such as residential treatment for children and adolescents, partial hospitalization programs and intensive outpatient programs for clients with eating disorders, inpatient substance use treatment, and outpatient mental health treatment. I have training and experience in the areas of complex trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, suicidality, and crisis intervention. I will see clients with a variety of diagnoses including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and trauma related disorders.
Jennah Kuhn
Jennah Kuhn
Together, using a person-centered approach, we’ll navigate the challenges and crises life throws your way. In those tough moments, objectivity can be elusive, and making the right decisions can be difficult. That’s why it’s my priority to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and safe space where you feel truly heard and understood. Recognizing the uniqueness of each individual, I adapt my methods to suit your specific needs.
My diverse experience includes working with at-risk youth and their families, individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, emotion regulation, PTSD, autism, and trauma.
Fern Cohen
Fern Cohen
As a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), I champion neurodiversity and a strength-based approach. I’m particularly passionate about supporting autistic individuals in their journey towards self-identity, self-advocacy, relationships, and communication.
I’ve obtained an Advanced Trauma Treatment certification through the Ferentz Institute. As a trauma-informed therapist, I bring a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental perspective to my work.
I am eager to assist individuals aged 12 and through various life transitions and concerns, including autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Lauren LaPenna
Lauren LaPenna
My highest priority is to build a strong rapport with each of my clients. I place a strong emphasis on therapy being a collaborative space where my clients and I can work as a team to maximize their full potential. No matter what you’re going through, my intention is to walk alongside you and help you feel validated, supported, understood, and empowered on your journey towards growth and inner peace.
I offer psychotherapy to clients of all ages with a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, family conflict, anger, and life transitions. Additionally, I am experienced in working with individuals with autism and special needs.
Kristie Slaski
Kristie Slaski
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those I work with. Since 2004, I have had the privilege of working in various capacities within the mental health sector, including outpatient mental health, school-based mental health, inpatient treatment, crisis intervention, and the correctional system. This diverse background has given me a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals from all walks of life. I have had the pleasure of working with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families, helping them navigate through a wide range of mental health issues.
Grace Kane
Grace Kane
My goal as your psychotherapist is to engage you in a collaborative process that promotes healing and self-determination. I firmly believe in our innate ability to make changes, love ourselves, and feel empowered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression. In addition to my expertise in eating disorders, my experience encompasses anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, and depression. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, employing a variety of techniques.
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