Narrative Therapists in Aberdeen, MD
Kelly Grimes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aberdeen, MD 21001 (Online Only)
Life brings challenges as we navigate its stages. Personal, environmental, behavioral, and emotional changes can be difficult. If you're reading this, you're likely facing something similar. Together, we can identify and create the change you need at this time in your life. La vida trae desafíos mientras atravesamos sus etapas. Los cambios personales, ambientales, conductuales y emocionales pueden ser difíciles. Si lees esto, probablemente enfrentas algo similar. Juntos, podemos identificar y crear el cambio que necesitas en este momento de tu vida.
Life brings challenges as we navigate its stages. Personal, environmental, behavioral, and emotional changes can be difficult. If you're reading this, you're likely facing something similar. Together, we can identify and create the change you need at this time in your life. La vida trae desafíos mientras atravesamos sus etapas. Los cambios personales, ambientales, conductuales y emocionales pueden ser difíciles. Si lees esto, probablemente enfrentas algo similar. Juntos, podemos identificar y crear el cambio que necesitas en este momento de tu vida.
Alison Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aberdeen, MD 21001 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome. I'm Alison, a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in guiding teenagers and young adults through their journey of healing and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges that anxiety, depression, and trauma can bring into one's life, I am committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where you can find your way back to a place of strength and well-being
Hello and welcome. I'm Alison, a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in guiding teenagers and young adults through their journey of healing and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges that anxiety, depression, and trauma can bring into one's life, I am committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where you can find your way back to a place of strength and well-being
W. M. Sheikh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aberdeen, MD 21001 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new Teletherapy clients for daytime, evenings and weekends. I am interested in helping adolescents, adults, and couples; I have a background in serving diverse clientele. I will use a mix of direct client-focused therapies to help you thrive with your specific challenges.
I am currently accepting new Teletherapy clients for daytime, evenings and weekends. I am interested in helping adolescents, adults, and couples; I have a background in serving diverse clientele. I will use a mix of direct client-focused therapies to help you thrive with your specific challenges.
Renee Shacochis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aberdeen, MD 21001
Waitlist for new clients
The hard places you find yourself today, are NOT where you need to stay! Together we can bring resolution, hope, and relief to the issues you want to resolve. We will work together to help you out of feeling: Isolated, unlike yourself, lacking motivation, chasing perfectionism, feeling worried/stressed about the future, overwhelmed with responsibility, or to work through past traumatic experiences that are keeping you from reaching your full potential. My clinical focus and passion is to help my clients through the process of trauma recovery (PTSD), treating anxiety & depression, as well as untangling relationship problems.
The hard places you find yourself today, are NOT where you need to stay! Together we can bring resolution, hope, and relief to the issues you want to resolve. We will work together to help you out of feeling: Isolated, unlike yourself, lacking motivation, chasing perfectionism, feeling worried/stressed about the future, overwhelmed with responsibility, or to work through past traumatic experiences that are keeping you from reaching your full potential. My clinical focus and passion is to help my clients through the process of trauma recovery (PTSD), treating anxiety & depression, as well as untangling relationship problems.
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
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CBT helps explore the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while Narrative Therapy offers the opportunity to reshape personal stories and reclaim agency.
Specializing in working with adults, children, and teens, my focus is on helping individuals manage symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. During the initial sessions, a collaborative approach is used to develop personalized treatment plans that align with each client's unique needs. A warm and compassionate environment is provided to ensure openness and vulnerability, allowing clients to feel supported. Many clients experience a reduction in symptoms within the first few months of working together. Using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Narrative Therapy, the goal is to empower clients to make lasting changes.
CBT helps explore the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while Narrative Therapy offers the opportunity to reshape personal stories and reclaim agency.
Specializing in working with adults, children, and teens, my focus is on helping individuals manage symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. During the initial sessions, a collaborative approach is used to develop personalized treatment plans that align with each client's unique needs. A warm and compassionate environment is provided to ensure openness and vulnerability, allowing clients to feel supported. Many clients experience a reduction in symptoms within the first few months of working together. Using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Narrative Therapy, the goal is to empower clients to make lasting changes.
One of my main specialties is that I focus on analytical and narrative techniques.
My ideal client is one who knows that they’re ready for change. Change can be tough, so they realize that the cycles and habits that they’ve formed have been harmful to their potential. Their goals include finding themselves and wanting to reach peak acceptance. A client that is serious about exploration when it comes to creating new chapters in their lives. A client that is honest with me, as therapy does not work when you are not honest.
One of my main specialties is that I focus on analytical and narrative techniques.
My ideal client is one who knows that they’re ready for change. Change can be tough, so they realize that the cycles and habits that they’ve formed have been harmful to their potential. Their goals include finding themselves and wanting to reach peak acceptance. A client that is serious about exploration when it comes to creating new chapters in their lives. A client that is honest with me, as therapy does not work when you are not honest.
Linda Claire Smart-Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21015
These include CBT, Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness to name a few.
Some of my clients issues are Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Addiction, Criminal Justice System Issues. Their goals are to feel better mentally, and to be able to function better in their lives. They want a therapist who can be understanding, objective and empathetic. They want some that they feel comfortable with to discuss sensitive issues.
These include CBT, Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness to name a few.
Some of my clients issues are Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Addiction, Criminal Justice System Issues. Their goals are to feel better mentally, and to be able to function better in their lives. They want a therapist who can be understanding, objective and empathetic. They want some that they feel comfortable with to discuss sensitive issues.
Susan J. Ruckel LCSW-C, Licensed Psychotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bel Air, MD 21014
My aim is to help individuals create a rich and meaningful life, while effectively handling the pain and stress that life inevitably brings. My goal is to respectfully treat and engage with clients in an emotionally safe environment. My passions are treating individuals, couples and families who wish to improve their relationships, are going through life transitions or have mental health concerns. I provide in-person sessions at my offices in Bel Air, MD or come to my new office in Street, MD and you will be welcomed to a serene space nestled in the woods of this lovely community. Secure Telehealth is also available.
My aim is to help individuals create a rich and meaningful life, while effectively handling the pain and stress that life inevitably brings. My goal is to respectfully treat and engage with clients in an emotionally safe environment. My passions are treating individuals, couples and families who wish to improve their relationships, are going through life transitions or have mental health concerns. I provide in-person sessions at my offices in Bel Air, MD or come to my new office in Street, MD and you will be welcomed to a serene space nestled in the woods of this lovely community. Secure Telehealth is also available.
Shay Linke
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bel Air, MD 21014 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Shay and I provide virtual therapy to clients in Maryland. I'm so glad you're here! Sometimes life can be overwhelming and you may feel out of control, but positive life changes are possible. I foster a non-judgemental space where you can feel truly seen and understood. I work best with clients who are open and ready to make changes in their lives. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who experience trauma disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, and live transitions. As a Veteran, I am also very knowledgeable in working with military/Veterans, and First Responders.
Hi, my name is Shay and I provide virtual therapy to clients in Maryland. I'm so glad you're here! Sometimes life can be overwhelming and you may feel out of control, but positive life changes are possible. I foster a non-judgemental space where you can feel truly seen and understood. I work best with clients who are open and ready to make changes in their lives. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who experience trauma disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, and live transitions. As a Veteran, I am also very knowledgeable in working with military/Veterans, and First Responders.
Katie Phelps
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21015 (Online Only)
I believe everyone holds the key to access their most genuine, authentic self. Navigating through this thing called life can be complicated and challenging. Working together, I aim to provide a safe space to explore your inner strengths and capture internal resources. Through my experience working with anger, anxiety, and depression, I've learned that the strongest factor in therapy is the collaborative relationship. Together, we can address the issues you identify as problematic in your life. I promise to provide a therapeutic space that allows you to reclaim your strengths and propel you towards your self chosen path.
I believe everyone holds the key to access their most genuine, authentic self. Navigating through this thing called life can be complicated and challenging. Working together, I aim to provide a safe space to explore your inner strengths and capture internal resources. Through my experience working with anger, anxiety, and depression, I've learned that the strongest factor in therapy is the collaborative relationship. Together, we can address the issues you identify as problematic in your life. I promise to provide a therapeutic space that allows you to reclaim your strengths and propel you towards your self chosen path.
Earnest R Reaves
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21014
As a professional counselor it is my sincere hope that everyone who suffers with mental, emotional, or spiritual pain, learn to live by their own self direction with wellbeing and purpose. If you feel that your life has become unmanageable or if you feel stuck in your personal life, marriage, career or spirituality, today I tell you there is help for you. I am a dually licensed counselor and my mission is to rehabilitate the mind, body, and spirit using scientific clinical interventions and techniques.
As a professional counselor it is my sincere hope that everyone who suffers with mental, emotional, or spiritual pain, learn to live by their own self direction with wellbeing and purpose. If you feel that your life has become unmanageable or if you feel stuck in your personal life, marriage, career or spirituality, today I tell you there is help for you. I am a dually licensed counselor and my mission is to rehabilitate the mind, body, and spirit using scientific clinical interventions and techniques.
Kendra O'Hora
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bel Air, MD 21014
If ya'll are ready to grow, I'm ready to walk alongside of you. Are you motivated yet confused and hurting, too? You’re not alone. Relationships are tough and require a lot of work. That becomes even more tricky when the world is in crisis. Or, when you feel like you are in the midst of crisis. To be honest, your partner needs you, your children need you, your friends need you, and your family needs you. But mostly, you need you. You deserve the freedom to vent, unload your fear, and make space for peace and change.
If ya'll are ready to grow, I'm ready to walk alongside of you. Are you motivated yet confused and hurting, too? You’re not alone. Relationships are tough and require a lot of work. That becomes even more tricky when the world is in crisis. Or, when you feel like you are in the midst of crisis. To be honest, your partner needs you, your children need you, your friends need you, and your family needs you. But mostly, you need you. You deserve the freedom to vent, unload your fear, and make space for peace and change.
Jessica Cordero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bel Air, MD 21015
Life gives us challenges- often unexpectedly. When that happens we can feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, angry, lost, or frustrated. We can struggle with the next steps of how to start feeling better. All challenges hold within them opportunities and I'd like to help you as you discover them. I am skilled in helping my clients meet the goals they set. Together, let's figure out how to cope with what is occurring, better understand yourself in the midst of it, develop deeper strengths, learn new skills, and make the choices that feel best for you. Big changes and big challenges can make us feel alone, but you aren't.
Life gives us challenges- often unexpectedly. When that happens we can feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, angry, lost, or frustrated. We can struggle with the next steps of how to start feeling better. All challenges hold within them opportunities and I'd like to help you as you discover them. I am skilled in helping my clients meet the goals they set. Together, let's figure out how to cope with what is occurring, better understand yourself in the midst of it, develop deeper strengths, learn new skills, and make the choices that feel best for you. Big changes and big challenges can make us feel alone, but you aren't.
No matter how your pain shows up, I’m here to support you to find your balance and move forward with a sense of hope and direction. I work with individuals navigating the resurfacing of past traumas, grief and loss, significant life transitions, and relationship challenges. These experiences can lead to feelings of chronic anxiety, depression, and burnout, especially when faced without the right support. My commitment is to truly listen, validate your journey and help you reconnect with your inner resources so you can take meaningful steps toward healing.
No matter how your pain shows up, I’m here to support you to find your balance and move forward with a sense of hope and direction. I work with individuals navigating the resurfacing of past traumas, grief and loss, significant life transitions, and relationship challenges. These experiences can lead to feelings of chronic anxiety, depression, and burnout, especially when faced without the right support. My commitment is to truly listen, validate your journey and help you reconnect with your inner resources so you can take meaningful steps toward healing.
Joseph Mauler
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21014
Have you felt misunderstood by your therapist in the past? Have you avoided therapy because of what you thought it might be like? Therapy with me will be different because I will attend to those concerns in our very first session. I believe that the relationship you have with your therapist will be the number one determining factor for the success of your sessions. If this was not met in previous sessions, then, rightfully so, you may be avoiding talking to a therapist. I hope to be the therapist for people who don't like talking to a therapist!
Have you felt misunderstood by your therapist in the past? Have you avoided therapy because of what you thought it might be like? Therapy with me will be different because I will attend to those concerns in our very first session. I believe that the relationship you have with your therapist will be the number one determining factor for the success of your sessions. If this was not met in previous sessions, then, rightfully so, you may be avoiding talking to a therapist. I hope to be the therapist for people who don't like talking to a therapist!
I focus on meeting people where they are, and moving at their pace. Everyone encounters "speed bumps" and some times are harder than others. My hope is that I can help you through difficult times and learn healthy ways to get through tough and see the silver linings. I have worked with individuals with wide range of needs that range from anxiety, depression, family conflict, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, self-harm, polyamorous relationships, addictions, and more.
I focus on meeting people where they are, and moving at their pace. Everyone encounters "speed bumps" and some times are harder than others. My hope is that I can help you through difficult times and learn healthy ways to get through tough and see the silver linings. I have worked with individuals with wide range of needs that range from anxiety, depression, family conflict, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, self-harm, polyamorous relationships, addictions, and more.
Tylethea Mathis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21014 (Online Only)
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.
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 have been working with people in the behavioral health arena since 1984. I see many diverse individuals who have been living with many different issues. I feel that it is important to meet the individual where they are, and with them determine what types of change will be facilitated by therapy. I currently see a number of individuals who are battling substance abuse in addition to other life issues. My goals are to help motivate the individual to change and then help them to make and maintain the changes they need to make.
I have been working with people in the behavioral health arena since 1984. I see many diverse individuals who have been living with many different issues. I feel that it is important to meet the individual where they are, and with them determine what types of change will be facilitated by therapy. I currently see a number of individuals who are battling substance abuse in addition to other life issues. My goals are to help motivate the individual to change and then help them to make and maintain the changes they need to make.
Christy Lynn Parsons
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, NBCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bel Air, MD 21014
Every stage of life presents different challenges and obstacles. We can often handle life’s challenges with grace, but sometimes we need help, and that's OK. Sometimes we need help navigating the chaos of life to find the best path forward. I work with children, teens, adults, and families struggling with many issues including anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, ADHD, autism, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral issues, school-related concerns, racial and cultural identity issues, parenting, trauma, divorce, grief, college and career counseling, and compassion fatigue. It would be my honor to support you on your journey to wellbeing.
Every stage of life presents different challenges and obstacles. We can often handle life’s challenges with grace, but sometimes we need help, and that's OK. Sometimes we need help navigating the chaos of life to find the best path forward. I work with children, teens, adults, and families struggling with many issues including anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, ADHD, autism, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral issues, school-related concerns, racial and cultural identity issues, parenting, trauma, divorce, grief, college and career counseling, and compassion fatigue. It would be my honor to support you on your journey to wellbeing.
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Nearby Narrative Therapists Searches for Aberdeen
- Abingdon
- Bel Air
- Elkton
- Essex
- Forest Hill
- Havre De Grace
- Middle River
- North East
- Nottingham
- Parkville
- Perry Hall
- White Marsh
Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.