Therapists in Maryland

There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.

Hello and welcome! I primarily do individual work with children, teens/adolescents, and adults. Some areas I most frequently support clients with are: anxiety and panic, depression, adjustments and transitions, family change, identity, and academics. I hold a BS in child development and enjoy applying a developmental lens to counseling, particularly in my work with children/teens and their families.

I’m an experienced psychotherapist committed to helping individuals and couples explore problematic emotions and behavior patterns. I provide a space to think out loud and develop new ways of thinking and behaving. Depression, anxiety, loss, trauma and relationship issues are concerns I regularly discuss in session. Life is complicated. Recognizing the unique relationship in each individual therapeutic process is an important component of my work.

Katie is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical. She maintains a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach with all clients. Katie is a welcoming and affirming therapist for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The basis of her work with clients is supported by the frameworks of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Katie is on the national registry of therapists certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and specializes in working with individuals who have a history of acute and complex traumatic experiences.

Having started my profession a little later in life, I have an understanding of many issues that people of all ages face today. I have worked in many areas and hope to help those with mental health, behavioral health and personal issues that are troubling them. My education is in social work, which provides a broader generalist perspective to my work with children and adults.

We all want to transition from surviving to thriving. I believe in your potential to thrive personally, socially, and professionally. Therapy will help you develop the tools and skills needed to handle life's stressful and challenging situations. This process focuses on self-empowerment and understanding to boost your confidence. You deserve a meaningful life of happiness, and I hope to help you on this journey.

Because I view each client as unique, I approach each case differently. I work from an integrative theoretical orientation and employ strategies from Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamics, Family Systems, and other theories according to the varying needs of each client.

I am a clinical psychologist with more than 15 years of experience working with children, families, and adults from a wide variety of racial, economic and cultural backgrounds. Although I am trained as a generalist, I have a specific interest and significant experience treating children and their families. I practice individual therapy, family therapy, play therapy, utilizes phone consultations, as well as assessment and testing using a wide range of empirically validated instruments to support the individuals towards improvements in their daily functioning.

Are you frequently overwhelmed by anxiety, feeling as though peace is a distant memory in your daily life? Do persistent worries, racing thoughts, or physical symptoms like restlessness and tension plague you? Managing these feelings alone can be exhausting, with little lasting relief. You desire to break free from anxiety's grip, regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and live a more balanced, peaceful life. You seek to engage in daily activities and social interactions without constant worry or fear, aiming to feel happy, relaxed, and in control again.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents, families. Most of my experience has been with young clients facing anxiety, autism, and behavioral issues. I believe it is important for me to have a collaborative professional relationship with each client so that we can collectively meet the client's needs. I employ a multi-modal approach, incorporating elements from Applied Behavioral Analysis, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and Strength-Based therapy to tailor my style uniquely to each individual's needs.

Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.

Life can be challenging and stressful. Deciding to seek therapy shows courage and the desire to work towards improving your life. My 16+ years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, and adults enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, mental health care. I provide a nonjudgmental, safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.

Every day we have a choice in life, do we repeat or evolve? Working together, we will create a treatment plan to help you live your best life. A motivated adolescent or adult can successfully change their perceptions regarding their trauma, anxiety, and/or depression through detailed, science-based exercises that will help them create attainable goals and master techniques to create lasting behavioral change. An ideal client will commit to and engage in consistent therapy and is willing to identify what is important to them for growth and life success.

I believe that the therapeutic relationship is central to success in therapy, and I work collaboratively with clients to design the best course of treatment. I am an active, genuine therapist with a humanistic and cognitive-behavioral focus. I promote self-awareness and positive interpersonal interactions while attending to the unique needs of each client. I work with adults of all ages on a range of client concerns including, but not limited to; anxiety, depression, mood disorders, self-esteem, relationship issues, cognitive issues, and life transitions.

My name is Diane Brumfield and I am a psychotherapist and owner of Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC in Columbia, Maryland. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Throughout my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic support from their school system.

A Counselor with a passion for helping the stuck, "GET UNSTUCK" by empowering clients to rewrite the narratives in their life that are hindering their forward movement and their ability to realize their best self. Remaining ever mindful that “every client is unique” and facing unique life challenges and mental health concerns, I develop and employ individualized treatment plans undergirded by an integrative personal counseling theory that interweaves and leverages the concepts and treatment modalities integral to, but not limited to, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and positive psychology.

Taking the leap to seek help in healing, expanding your self-awareness and pursuing positive change is incredibly brave. As a psychotherapist with a wide range of experience, I help individuals and families identify their strengths and utilize them to create a collaborative treatment plan. My areas of clinical interest include working with people struggling with trauma, anxiety, and women’s mental health, including perinatal and maternal mental health. I strive to create a safe environment where all feel welcome.

People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons, from dealing with anxiety or depression, coping with childhood trauma, managing stress, dealing with major life challenges, or simply wanting to achieve greater self-knowledge and personal growth. Regardless of the reasons, people want therapeutic intervention that is compassionate and non-judgmental. People want a provider who actively listens, appreciates a person's right to self-determination, and understands the importance of collaboration throughout the treatment process. Therapy is not about fixing what is broken, but about healing that which has been bruised and scarred.

Darby Associates is a psychotherapeutic organization that provides counseling services to adults, teens, and families from all walks of life. We are conveniently located in Northeast Baltimore City. Some services and insurances may require a longer wait due to staffing and credentialing.