Humanistic Therapists in Aberdeen, MD

Are you feeling tense, sad, or exhausted? Overwhelmed by fears that shake your very core? Loneliness or hypersensitivity may be gnawing at you, seeking solace in food. Relationship challenges, or the loss of a loved one might weigh heavily on your heart. Whatever your struggle, rest assured that understanding and support await. Viewing these trials as opportunities for growth, we embark on a journey together. Genuine compassion guides our path, ensuring that you're met where you stand. Anticipation fuels this journey towards healing, with guidance and reassurance at every step

*Daytime Appointments Available* My goal for therapy is to connect with people and work side-by-side creating motivation for positive change in their lives. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, various economic and vocational issues, communication problems, LGBT-Q topics, and ADHD. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, mindfulness, strengths based, and positive psychology.

Hello and welcome to my practice. My clinical experience is working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences. I work with the older adolescent and adult populations. My approach to helping varies according to your age, unique needs & challenges, and goals. I guide you to explore and experience the connection of your thinking, feelings and behaviors as it relates to your emotional, mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing.

I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, and families in crisis. My professional background includes individual therapy at an Outpatient Mental Health Center, school-based individual therapy, and working with families and children who have experienced complex trauma and crises. I am also trained and certified to conduct forensic interviews with children. I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, and queer individuals, often addressing trauma, anxiety, and relational issues. I am deeply passionate about mental health and dedicated to deconstructing the stigma surrounding it.

Life is ever evolving and for many, change and transition can be very difficult. My approach to therapy is to meet a client where they are at and help them work towards their goals and higher self. I use this approach primarily with those who have experienced sexual trauma and interpersonal violence; as well as those who identify as part of the queer/LGBTQIA community. I also work with adolescents/teens and young adults on a wide range of issues including ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, relational issues, and grief.

Are you looking for a safe & nonjudgmental space to explore, heal, & grow? If so, you’re in the right place! My primary focus is working with adult women who are seeking help with women’s issues, sex, pleasure, self-esteem, & stress. Due to my background in crisis intervention, I have experience working with a variety of concerns, allowing me to better serve clients through many stages & transitions in life. I strive to maintain a practice that is LGBTQIA+ inclusive, sex & kink positive, poly & ENM affirmative, HAES aligned, fat positive, pagan-friendly, & neuroaffirming while striving towards anti-racism & decolonizing my practice.

Did you know that your connection and relationship with your therapist is one of the biggest indicators for success in your personal growth and healing? We are an open-minded and intentionally mindful practice that provides encouraging, supportive, and personalized counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. We strive to alleviate the disconnection you may be feeling in your everyday lives by offering an authentic and accepting relationship with your therapist.

Guided Hope Counseling is dedicated to providing exceptional quality and highly accessible trauma-informed outpatient mental health care. At Guided Hope, we have therapists who specialize in the treatment of mental health issues such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Trauma, and more. Guided Hope also offers support and solutions for families working on marital issues, peaceful co-parenting, blended families, managing challenging behaviors in children, and supporting loved ones through challenging life transitions. We support all varieties of families and are sensitive to the needs of the LGBTQ community.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I enjoy working with clients to collaboratively develop and achieve goals that will enable them to live effectively in their daily lives. I work with people who are experiencing a wide range of struggles including difficulty regulating their emotions, adjusting to life transitions, anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, and the spectrum of eating disorder diagnoses. I emphasize building on your strengths and values, understanding and adjusting ineffective patterns in your life, and increasing your positive skills and pleasurable activities

This has been a very trying time for everyone. Taking the journey to improve selfcare can be a complex task but necessary for all of us. Reaching out takes courage. I provide a 15 minute phone consult of you would like to explore the counseling process. I look forward to assisting you in your journey toward balance and wellness.

Trained in psychedelic-assisted therapy, I offer both preparation and integration sessions for those interested in support for processing psychedelic experiences. Additional training includes Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 and advanced training in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). Using these approaches, we work collaboratively to promote insight and develop skills that lead to emotional healing, and desired change and growth. Licensed in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

6/3/2022: I have availability intermittently (please email) . Services offered via secure "virtual office" only. Life can be challenging, confusing and painful. It can also be full of meaning, satisfaction, and joy. It takes courage to recognize that something needs to be different to have the life you want. Whether you need help making a decision, support after a difficult transition such as a divorce or loss, or are suffering but unsure of how to change, I will meet you where you are with compassion, a toolbox of strategies and techniques, working collaboratively and flexibly with you on your personal journey of change.

Hello! Thanks for taking the time to search for a great therapist! Well look no further I am here. (smile) The process of therapy can be very rewarding for those who are ready to take that journey and do the "work" that is necessary to find fulfillment and freedom. I congratulate you on taking this first step and I am excited to accompany you on your journey of self-exploration and healing.

SonderMind is your mental health home. Our provider group of over 10,000 mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to improve the lives of our clients through accessible and personalized care. We provide our clients with all the tools and resources to live happier, healthier lives. We understand the importance of finding the right therapist that fits your unique needs and, most importantly – that it actually works. Find a therapist who is available today. Stop searching and start moving forward with SonderMind.

Hello! Looking for a therapist can be a daunting process, and searching for one means that you’re one step closer to working with the therapist who is right for you. I feel honored that I may be an option as a therapist to support you. Therapy can be helpful for navigating the ups and downs of life, and processing internal thoughts in an unbiased atmosphere. It’s normal to have emotions, and to explore them without judgement. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and understand how challenges can impact each person differently depending on their own experiences and circumstances.