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Danielle Pientka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C (she, her)
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Woodbine, MD 21797
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I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with symptoms of depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and behavioral problems. I am a neurodiversity-affirming clinician, and believe that the goal of therapy should be to address unpleasant symptoms (or related consequences)- not to change our diagnoses. We work with animals and do activities that revolve around changing behavior and building skills such as relaxation, communication, .
I offer animal-assisted therapy, including equine assisted therapy, at a private farm in Western Howard County (close to Carroll County). My animal partners include dogs, horses, sheep, goats, guinea pigs, and chickens. I am a direct, not overly analytical, and use occasional humor/playfulness as part of my process to make therapy more fun.
I love being a therapist. I am neurodivergent and love movement/action as part of the therapeutic process. This is one of the reasons I LOVE partnering with animals, using art and play, sitting in nature, or taking a walk for sessions. Please reach out and we can see if I'll be a good fit for you or your child!
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $175
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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Danielle Pientka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 15711 Danielle Pientka
- Membership with NASW ID886533862 / 2022
- Attended University of Texas, Austin, MSSW, Graduated 2005
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Animal-Assisted Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Equine-Assisted Therapy
- Experiential Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Gottman Method
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (410) 538-1463
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Danielle Pientka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C