Couples Counseling Therapists in Baltimore, MD
Celestial Hope Rising Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LPC, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201 (Online Only)
Celestial Hope Rising Services is a mental health behavioral agency dedicated to providing clients of all ages and backgrounds with specialized services that cater to various challenges such as generational trauma, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and family conflict.
At Celestial Hope Rising Services, we believe in innovative ways to inspire open space for independent learning, growth, and development while upholding our core values of integrity, compassion, empowerment, person-centered care, and innovative approaches. Our agency aims to ensure our clients receive the best care and support for their well-being and quality of life. Our experienced team of professionals provides individualized care and treatment in a safe and non-judgmental environment, supporting clients on their journey to better mental health and resiliency. Join us on a journey towards better health and a brighter future.
Celestial Hope Rising Services is a mental health behavioral agency dedicated to providing clients of all ages and backgrounds with specialized services that cater to various challenges such as generational trauma, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and family conflict.
At Celestial Hope Rising Services, we believe in innovative ways to inspire open space for independent learning, growth, and development while upholding our core values of integrity, compassion, empowerment, person-centered care, and innovative approaches. Our agency aims to ensure our clients receive the best care and support for their well-being and quality of life. Our experienced team of professionals provides individualized care and treatment in a safe and non-judgmental environment, supporting clients on their journey to better mental health and resiliency. Join us on a journey towards better health and a brighter future.
I offer therapy to adults, particularly individuals who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges or identity issues.
As a queer, Latinx cisgender man, it is my passion to support my LGBTQIA+ and POC community in our own collective liberation. Too often counseling can feel like a non-inclusive space, and my work has focused on providing a healing space where clients feel comfortable being their genuine selves, free from judgment and guilt. Sometimes it feels like many of us move through our day wearing a mask to “fit in,” which is a heavy burden to bear. Together we can work towards removing this mask by helping you tap into what already lies within you - a bit of authenticity, a splash of self-compassion, and a healthy dose of empowerment.
I offer therapy to adults, particularly individuals who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges or identity issues.
As a queer, Latinx cisgender man, it is my passion to support my LGBTQIA+ and POC community in our own collective liberation. Too often counseling can feel like a non-inclusive space, and my work has focused on providing a healing space where clients feel comfortable being their genuine selves, free from judgment and guilt. Sometimes it feels like many of us move through our day wearing a mask to “fit in,” which is a heavy burden to bear. Together we can work towards removing this mask by helping you tap into what already lies within you - a bit of authenticity, a splash of self-compassion, and a healthy dose of empowerment.
David works both with individuals and couples.
David is a queer, neurodivergent Jewish dude who wants to do nothing more than leave the world a better place than when he came into it. David believes in a humanistic approach to therapy, which means that much of what you focus on in the therapy room is what you find to be personally affecting you. He has training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy, amongst others, which he uses to build a framework in order to help set goals, but ultimately the approach used will be based on what you vibe the most with.
David works both with individuals and couples.
David is a queer, neurodivergent Jewish dude who wants to do nothing more than leave the world a better place than when he came into it. David believes in a humanistic approach to therapy, which means that much of what you focus on in the therapy room is what you find to be personally affecting you. He has training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy, amongst others, which he uses to build a framework in order to help set goals, but ultimately the approach used will be based on what you vibe the most with.
Relationship Healing
MSc, ORDINAT, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209 (Online Only)
Ultimately, healing a relationship is an ongoing process that requires.
Healing fractured relationships of all types include couples, siblings. parent and child. toxic working environments and friendships. It requires patience, empathy, and consistent effort from all parties involved. It starts with open and honest communication, where each person expresses their feelings, concerns, and perspectives without fear of judgment. Active listening is crucial, as it fosters understanding and shows respect for each other's experiences. Acknowledging mistakes and offering sincere apologies can pave the way for forgiveness and rebuilding trust. It's also important to establish healthy boundaries and ensure
Ultimately, healing a relationship is an ongoing process that requires.
Healing fractured relationships of all types include couples, siblings. parent and child. toxic working environments and friendships. It requires patience, empathy, and consistent effort from all parties involved. It starts with open and honest communication, where each person expresses their feelings, concerns, and perspectives without fear of judgment. Active listening is crucial, as it fosters understanding and shows respect for each other's experiences. Acknowledging mistakes and offering sincere apologies can pave the way for forgiveness and rebuilding trust. It's also important to establish healthy boundaries and ensure
Tiffany Llewellyn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21202 (Online Only)
Hi! Here you are at the beginning of your journey towards personal growth and healing. Whatever has brought you to this moment may not be all figured out, and I want you to know that is okay. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be a good fit between you and I. I specialize in mental health for people of color, with a strong focus on Black mental health and racial trauma.I help individuals develop the tools and awareness needed to manage Anxiety, Self-Esteem/Confidence Issues, Relationship Challenges, Dating Frustrations, Racial Identity & Life Transitions.I want you to feel seen, heard, and understood.
Hi! Here you are at the beginning of your journey towards personal growth and healing. Whatever has brought you to this moment may not be all figured out, and I want you to know that is okay. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be a good fit between you and I. I specialize in mental health for people of color, with a strong focus on Black mental health and racial trauma.I help individuals develop the tools and awareness needed to manage Anxiety, Self-Esteem/Confidence Issues, Relationship Challenges, Dating Frustrations, Racial Identity & Life Transitions.I want you to feel seen, heard, and understood.
* Individual Counseling * Family Counseling * Couples Counseling * Group Counseling * Christian/Spiritual Counseling * Meditation Room.
We know there's nothing in the world that is more important than living a life of joy, freedom and peace. We will help guide you to a path of clarity and equip you with the tools necessary to tackle the challenges life may bring. At Consider This..., LLC, we have the passion, dedication, commitment and knowledge to help you achieve your goals.
* Individual Counseling * Family Counseling * Couples Counseling * Group Counseling * Christian/Spiritual Counseling * Meditation Room.
We know there's nothing in the world that is more important than living a life of joy, freedom and peace. We will help guide you to a path of clarity and equip you with the tools necessary to tackle the challenges life may bring. At Consider This..., LLC, we have the passion, dedication, commitment and knowledge to help you achieve your goals.
It is an honor to share a space with people who are navigating the emotional fluctuations of life, striving to know themselves, or opening up in their partnerships.
Welcome to therapy, where you can laugh, cry, dissociate, and finally confront those feelings you’ve been hiding with dark-humor. All parts of you are invited into this space (yes, even your inner child who you keep ignoring). Together, we will explore the depths of your identity and encourage change through empathy, curiosity, and creativity (including some coping skills and interventions to help you out!). I’m a trauma-informed, creative, queer, & neurodivergent therapist seeing clients in Maryland (MD) and District of Columbia (DC). Individuals, couples, and teens (13+) are populations I work with.
It is an honor to share a space with people who are navigating the emotional fluctuations of life, striving to know themselves, or opening up in their partnerships.
Welcome to therapy, where you can laugh, cry, dissociate, and finally confront those feelings you’ve been hiding with dark-humor. All parts of you are invited into this space (yes, even your inner child who you keep ignoring). Together, we will explore the depths of your identity and encourage change through empathy, curiosity, and creativity (including some coping skills and interventions to help you out!). I’m a trauma-informed, creative, queer, & neurodivergent therapist seeing clients in Maryland (MD) and District of Columbia (DC). Individuals, couples, and teens (13+) are populations I work with.
Bernadette Pruitt
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21206 (Online Only)
Bernadette has experience treating individuals and couples experiencing relational discord.
Bernadette Pruitt, LCPC, provides an empathetic and liberating environment to facilitate growth. She believes that her attentive and open approach is pivotal in developing a genuine connection in therapy. Bernadette creates an open space for identifying concerns, setting and evaluating goals, and discovering solutions. A few of Bernadette’s goals are to assist clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves, resolving relational discord, accepting difficult changes, and navigating the world with a healthier outlook. Bernadette is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology
Bernadette has experience treating individuals and couples experiencing relational discord.
Bernadette Pruitt, LCPC, provides an empathetic and liberating environment to facilitate growth. She believes that her attentive and open approach is pivotal in developing a genuine connection in therapy. Bernadette creates an open space for identifying concerns, setting and evaluating goals, and discovering solutions. A few of Bernadette’s goals are to assist clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves, resolving relational discord, accepting difficult changes, and navigating the world with a healthier outlook. Bernadette is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology
Tosh Provancher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201 (Online Only)
If you're looking for a therapist who is direct, nurturing, challenging, swears a lot and INVESTS in you and your relationship, we might work! I'm a total therapy nerd and I believe in and experience genuine passion for the therapeutic process and the capacity it has to heal.
Hey there! I feel so fortunate to have a specialty working with diverse sexualities, gender identities, and relationship structures over the past 18 years. Whether I am supporting individuals and their families with social and/or medical transition, helping folx design relationships that actually work or creating a space where you can simply fall apart.. my hope for all of my clients is to learn how to love themselves and each other better and resolve differences more directly and fairly. I am extremely interpersonal in my work and if you'd like more clarity around that - just ask :)
If you're looking for a therapist who is direct, nurturing, challenging, swears a lot and INVESTS in you and your relationship, we might work! I'm a total therapy nerd and I believe in and experience genuine passion for the therapeutic process and the capacity it has to heal.
Hey there! I feel so fortunate to have a specialty working with diverse sexualities, gender identities, and relationship structures over the past 18 years. Whether I am supporting individuals and their families with social and/or medical transition, helping folx design relationships that actually work or creating a space where you can simply fall apart.. my hope for all of my clients is to learn how to love themselves and each other better and resolve differences more directly and fairly. I am extremely interpersonal in my work and if you'd like more clarity around that - just ask :)
Najja Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21202 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is motivated, honest with themselves, willing to be vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship, and open to being gently challenged in order to reach their desired growth and change.
I am passionate about supporting and helping clients through anxiety and depressive symptoms, adjusting to life changes/transitions, managing stress, and challenges within interpersonal relationships.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated, honest with themselves, willing to be vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship, and open to being gently challenged in order to reach their desired growth and change.
I am passionate about supporting and helping clients through anxiety and depressive symptoms, adjusting to life changes/transitions, managing stress, and challenges within interpersonal relationships.
Elizabeth Prenoveau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210
Through a collaborative approach, I work with each client to identify strengths and resources. I believe it is also important to increase awareness of unhealthy patterns that may have have lead you to therapy. Building a trusting environment is crucial to the therapeutic process and my goal is to create an atmosphere of understanding, compassion and acceptance. I work with a wide variety of clients on various issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, and substance abuse. I strive to help clients increase self-acceptance and cultivate hope that they have the capacity to live healthier lives.
Through a collaborative approach, I work with each client to identify strengths and resources. I believe it is also important to increase awareness of unhealthy patterns that may have have lead you to therapy. Building a trusting environment is crucial to the therapeutic process and my goal is to create an atmosphere of understanding, compassion and acceptance. I work with a wide variety of clients on various issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, and substance abuse. I strive to help clients increase self-acceptance and cultivate hope that they have the capacity to live healthier lives.
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Ellie Miller Mindful Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210 (Online Only)
Facing anxiety and relationship challenges can feel isolating, confusing, and overwhelming, but you're not alone in this journey.
Therapy for empathetic women looking to quiet the overthinking, build resilience, and worry less about what others think. For individuals, we'll address the core of your anxiety and equip you with real-world coping tools. For couples, we'll pinpoint challenges, improve communication, and build stronger partnerships. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your relationships, I'm here to help guide the way.
Facing anxiety and relationship challenges can feel isolating, confusing, and overwhelming, but you're not alone in this journey.
Therapy for empathetic women looking to quiet the overthinking, build resilience, and worry less about what others think. For individuals, we'll address the core of your anxiety and equip you with real-world coping tools. For couples, we'll pinpoint challenges, improve communication, and build stronger partnerships. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your relationships, I'm here to help guide the way.
Della Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or self-esteem issues? Are you stressed out in your romantic relationships? Is your teenager starting to struggle to balance school, home, and friends? At Brighter Future Counseling, I use evidenced based strategies with teens, adults, and couples to combat anxiety and depression in a friendly, nonjudgmental environment. If you're feeling stuck, unhappy, or like life is in chaos, give me a call today and we can begin the journey to realizing your strength!
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or self-esteem issues? Are you stressed out in your romantic relationships? Is your teenager starting to struggle to balance school, home, and friends? At Brighter Future Counseling, I use evidenced based strategies with teens, adults, and couples to combat anxiety and depression in a friendly, nonjudgmental environment. If you're feeling stuck, unhappy, or like life is in chaos, give me a call today and we can begin the journey to realizing your strength!
I believe that therapy is a collaborative relationship best guided by understanding clients’ personal values and relationships; I work with clients to build increased insight, awareness and intentionality into their lives.
I believe that therapy is an opportunity for deep and lasting transformation. I work with clients to build insight and skills that allow for fulfilling relationships, satisfying work, and deep joy in all aspects of life. I provide psychotherapy for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, family and relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I have a particular interest in working with folks who identify as neurodivergent, and frequently work with partners of neurodivergent folks who identify as neurotypical.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative relationship best guided by understanding clients’ personal values and relationships; I work with clients to build increased insight, awareness and intentionality into their lives.
I believe that therapy is an opportunity for deep and lasting transformation. I work with clients to build insight and skills that allow for fulfilling relationships, satisfying work, and deep joy in all aspects of life. I provide psychotherapy for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, family and relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I have a particular interest in working with folks who identify as neurodivergent, and frequently work with partners of neurodivergent folks who identify as neurotypical.
Boyle Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211 (Online Only)
I have expertise in supporting couples through relationship conflict challenges, infidelity, ENM pathways, and reconnection.
Hello and welcome to Boyle Counseling Services! Life brings many challenges and sometimes we need outside guidance and support. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping couples and individuals navigate those challenges. My clients have described me as warm, insightful, easy to connect with, and caring. My specialty is in couple’s work, where you will find a non-judgmental, explorative approach to help clarify challenges and master the tools to navigate your own, unique dynamic.
I have expertise in supporting couples through relationship conflict challenges, infidelity, ENM pathways, and reconnection.
Hello and welcome to Boyle Counseling Services! Life brings many challenges and sometimes we need outside guidance and support. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping couples and individuals navigate those challenges. My clients have described me as warm, insightful, easy to connect with, and caring. My specialty is in couple’s work, where you will find a non-judgmental, explorative approach to help clarify challenges and master the tools to navigate your own, unique dynamic.
Mary Tia Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201 (Online Only)
I am comfortable working with all populations including individuals and couples.
Greetings! Welcome to my page. If you are here it means that you are on the path to being the best version of you. Have difficulty with relationships/communication skills? Do you feel misunderstood by others? Is it difficult to relax even when you are exhausted? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, confused, or just unsure of yourself at times? Do you experience negative thoughts (or actions) that you find difficult expressing to others? Flashbacks of difficult memories? I am here to travel a path to wellness with you. Here you will find a safe, confidential, non-judgmental place to unpack.
I am comfortable working with all populations including individuals and couples.
Greetings! Welcome to my page. If you are here it means that you are on the path to being the best version of you. Have difficulty with relationships/communication skills? Do you feel misunderstood by others? Is it difficult to relax even when you are exhausted? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, confused, or just unsure of yourself at times? Do you experience negative thoughts (or actions) that you find difficult expressing to others? Flashbacks of difficult memories? I am here to travel a path to wellness with you. Here you will find a safe, confidential, non-judgmental place to unpack.
Transform Your Mind, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21202
Here at Transform Your Mind we are here to build a trusting relationship with people who ready to live a healthy, happy, and productive life.
No one wakes up and says, bless me with a mental illness and negative thoughts. I know, having either or can make you feel isolated, embarrassed, and alone. Having a mental illness and/or negative thoughts are not uncommon, but can be scary if you are trying to deal with it by yourself.
Here at Transform Your Mind we are here to build a trusting relationship with people who ready to live a healthy, happy, and productive life.
No one wakes up and says, bless me with a mental illness and negative thoughts. I know, having either or can make you feel isolated, embarrassed, and alone. Having a mental illness and/or negative thoughts are not uncommon, but can be scary if you are trying to deal with it by yourself.
Caroline Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21214 (Online Only)
I see individual adults and relationship partners looking to make a change.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Would you like to set more boundaries in your life? Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community looking for a Queer-identified, affirming therapist? Is your relationship causing you stress? These are areas I thrive in supporting. Research shows that the success of therapy often depends on the “fit” between the client and therapist. With a background as a sexuality educator and communication facilitator, I’m experienced in creating a safe space for individuals and people in relationships to bring their concerns, build skills, and feel more comfortable having difficult conversations.
I see individual adults and relationship partners looking to make a change.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Would you like to set more boundaries in your life? Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community looking for a Queer-identified, affirming therapist? Is your relationship causing you stress? These are areas I thrive in supporting. Research shows that the success of therapy often depends on the “fit” between the client and therapist. With a background as a sexuality educator and communication facilitator, I’m experienced in creating a safe space for individuals and people in relationships to bring their concerns, build skills, and feel more comfortable having difficult conversations.
Avi Feldman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CAMS-II, CCTP, CSOTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209 (Online Only)
Finding the right therapist is a personal decision that that can have a significant impact on your life. For that reason, my goal is to create a trusting, safe, and non-judgemental environment where a person can feel comfortable opening up and thereby working to achieve long lasting results to the issues which brought you into therapy. We work together as a team to accomplish your goals by utilizing your strengths and past successes. If you or your loved ones are struggling with addiction, mood imbalance, relationship, anger, or trauma issues, I can help facilitate practical, lasting, & positive changes in your life or relationship.
Finding the right therapist is a personal decision that that can have a significant impact on your life. For that reason, my goal is to create a trusting, safe, and non-judgemental environment where a person can feel comfortable opening up and thereby working to achieve long lasting results to the issues which brought you into therapy. We work together as a team to accomplish your goals by utilizing your strengths and past successes. If you or your loved ones are struggling with addiction, mood imbalance, relationship, anger, or trauma issues, I can help facilitate practical, lasting, & positive changes in your life or relationship.
Desire Lines Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211
I offer Discernment Counseling, relationship therapy and sex therapy for unique people in non-traditional relationships.
A "desire line" is a foot path made by us – people walking over time, as we discover that the path made for us isn't the easiest, safest or most fun route to walk. Desire lines remind us that we are not alone with our longing, frustration or irritation, nor are we alone in our search for fulfillment, peace or pleasure. Desire lines are also a good metaphor for life. Maybe you and your partner are on an unchosen or changing path and you need a therapist to help you navigate new territory.
I offer Discernment Counseling, relationship therapy and sex therapy for unique people in non-traditional relationships.
A "desire line" is a foot path made by us – people walking over time, as we discover that the path made for us isn't the easiest, safest or most fun route to walk. Desire lines remind us that we are not alone with our longing, frustration or irritation, nor are we alone in our search for fulfillment, peace or pleasure. Desire lines are also a good metaphor for life. Maybe you and your partner are on an unchosen or changing path and you need a therapist to help you navigate new territory.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.