Teletherapy for Charles Village - Baltimore, MD
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Shirria D McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Are you a mom, working a demanding job, trying to build a successful career or a successful business? You are constantly overstimulated trying to divide your attention between children and their needs and reply to emails. Are you doubting your decision or the ability to "have it all"? Are you battling mom/wife guilt, lacking or not prioritizing self care, and harboring a little resentment? I get it and I can help. I work with Career driven caregivers, experiencing depression and anxiety, due to an imbalance between work and parenting/cargiving.
Are you a mom, working a demanding job, trying to build a successful career or a successful business? You are constantly overstimulated trying to divide your attention between children and their needs and reply to emails. Are you doubting your decision or the ability to "have it all"? Are you battling mom/wife guilt, lacking or not prioritizing self care, and harboring a little resentment? I get it and I can help. I work with Career driven caregivers, experiencing depression and anxiety, due to an imbalance between work and parenting/cargiving.
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Restoring Destiny Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21202 (Online Only)
By 2026, Restoring Destiny Mental Health Services will be a leading provider of culturally competent, trauma informed and strengths based outpatient mental health services for women (particularly mothers) in Baltimore City. Our mission is to provide individuals and families in Baltimore City with the evidence based mental health services that will equip them with the skills needed to improve their quality of life. These services include intake assessments and therapy sessions with individuals. At this time, all of our services are virtual.
By 2026, Restoring Destiny Mental Health Services will be a leading provider of culturally competent, trauma informed and strengths based outpatient mental health services for women (particularly mothers) in Baltimore City. Our mission is to provide individuals and families in Baltimore City with the evidence based mental health services that will equip them with the skills needed to improve their quality of life. These services include intake assessments and therapy sessions with individuals. At this time, all of our services are virtual.
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Becky Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes, core parts of who we are fall outside of what is considered normal or acceptable. It can feel impossible to understand yourself. You might feel invisible or wonder if you’re really the problem. You know that hiding these parts of yourself doesn’t feel right and isn’t sustainable. At the same time, you question whether it’s worth all the pain that might come from fully exploring and expressing yourself without hiding your identity, isolating from others, or masking. You may already have a strong sense of your identity and know what would help but feel that it's not accessible or possible.
Sometimes, core parts of who we are fall outside of what is considered normal or acceptable. It can feel impossible to understand yourself. You might feel invisible or wonder if you’re really the problem. You know that hiding these parts of yourself doesn’t feel right and isn’t sustainable. At the same time, you question whether it’s worth all the pain that might come from fully exploring and expressing yourself without hiding your identity, isolating from others, or masking. You may already have a strong sense of your identity and know what would help but feel that it's not accessible or possible.
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James Edwardaro Willey
Psychological Associate, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Understanding who you are or what you are feeling is difficult when you are not even sure what words to use to describe your experience or what questions to ask yourself. Naming that is a big step. You may put on a mask to navigate the world in order to reduce the pressures you feel from society. High expectations when you were younger may make mistakes seem unacceptable. The journey to explore who you are may seem lonely. You may notice similarities in the relationships you form now with the relationship you have with your family. The early traumas in your life may be triggering you now in ways that are frustrating and upsetting.
Understanding who you are or what you are feeling is difficult when you are not even sure what words to use to describe your experience or what questions to ask yourself. Naming that is a big step. You may put on a mask to navigate the world in order to reduce the pressures you feel from society. High expectations when you were younger may make mistakes seem unacceptable. The journey to explore who you are may seem lonely. You may notice similarities in the relationships you form now with the relationship you have with your family. The early traumas in your life may be triggering you now in ways that are frustrating and upsetting.
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Brenna Neimanis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waitlist - Welcome to therapy, I’m so happy you are here! My practice is focused on feeling at home within yourself & providing a safe place to explore your whole self through individual, partnered, and/or family therapy. I use an inclusive, holistic approach & understand that each client is a unique individual & is impacted by their experiences, as well as societal structures & norms. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burn-out, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, mood disorders, difficulty coping, family/partner conflict, concerns with self-worth, & those who have experienced trauma.
I currently have a waitlist - Welcome to therapy, I’m so happy you are here! My practice is focused on feeling at home within yourself & providing a safe place to explore your whole self through individual, partnered, and/or family therapy. I use an inclusive, holistic approach & understand that each client is a unique individual & is impacted by their experiences, as well as societal structures & norms. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burn-out, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, mood disorders, difficulty coping, family/partner conflict, concerns with self-worth, & those who have experienced trauma.
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Bethan McGarry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for being here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in crisis care, acute and chronic illness accompaniment, trauma work, and grief counseling. I am committed to providing unconditional regard and a growth mindset in our therapeutic partnership, and enjoy supporting young adults, couples, and families in navigating life transitions and periods of adjustment. I strive to provide culturally responsive care to a wide range of individuals seeking counseling support, and as a lifelong learner will continue to seek development and education in providing the most appropriate care possible.
Hello and thank you for being here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in crisis care, acute and chronic illness accompaniment, trauma work, and grief counseling. I am committed to providing unconditional regard and a growth mindset in our therapeutic partnership, and enjoy supporting young adults, couples, and families in navigating life transitions and periods of adjustment. I strive to provide culturally responsive care to a wide range of individuals seeking counseling support, and as a lifelong learner will continue to seek development and education in providing the most appropriate care possible.
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Phoenix Wellness Services LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MS/PA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21202
Committing to therapy can be a difficult, life-changing journey of growth, healing, and self-exploration. Whether working through trauma or deciding on the next move in life, finding an empathic, supportive, welcoming therapist can be an integral part of navigating that journey successfully! It won't be easy... but you will not be alone! We believe in practicing cultural humility as we strive to work with each client to navigate their journey and work towards their goals.
Committing to therapy can be a difficult, life-changing journey of growth, healing, and self-exploration. Whether working through trauma or deciding on the next move in life, finding an empathic, supportive, welcoming therapist can be an integral part of navigating that journey successfully! It won't be easy... but you will not be alone! We believe in practicing cultural humility as we strive to work with each client to navigate their journey and work towards their goals.
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Carole Groux
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
I have been licensed since 2003 and am a proactive, goal-oriented therapist. I find a grouping of different approaches works best for my clients. I always keep an eye on progressing through the plan we have developed. Many clients respond positively to cognitive behavioral therapy. I find this and components of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to be helpful for many.
I have been licensed since 2003 and am a proactive, goal-oriented therapist. I find a grouping of different approaches works best for my clients. I always keep an eye on progressing through the plan we have developed. Many clients respond positively to cognitive behavioral therapy. I find this and components of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to be helpful for many.
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Innovation Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, CRC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21202
Please visit www.innocounseling.com/book- online to see my calendar to schedule a 15-minute consultation with me. My ideal client is an adolescent attending high school, whose dealing with emotional issues in their school settings, they're in need of some guidance in determining an appropriate identity and career path. They're seeking vocational guidance from a lack of understanding of the world of work and how their unique abilities and skills fit into it.
Please visit www.innocounseling.com/book- online to see my calendar to schedule a 15-minute consultation with me. My ideal client is an adolescent attending high school, whose dealing with emotional issues in their school settings, they're in need of some guidance in determining an appropriate identity and career path. They're seeking vocational guidance from a lack of understanding of the world of work and how their unique abilities and skills fit into it.
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Lindsey Cheatham
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m so glad you are here! I am a queer therapist who is passionate about supporting the mental health needs of queer & neurodiverse individuals & families. I work with children, teens, adults, & families who are exploring parts of their gender & sexual based identities. I help deeply feeling children & adults navigate a loud and demanding world. I help folks who experience depression, anxiety, grief, & trauma process past experiences and make sense of their world. I teach folks coping skills in order to regulate mood, gain self-compassion, radically accept hard truths, & set boundaries in order to build a more aligned life.
Hello! I’m so glad you are here! I am a queer therapist who is passionate about supporting the mental health needs of queer & neurodiverse individuals & families. I work with children, teens, adults, & families who are exploring parts of their gender & sexual based identities. I help deeply feeling children & adults navigate a loud and demanding world. I help folks who experience depression, anxiety, grief, & trauma process past experiences and make sense of their world. I teach folks coping skills in order to regulate mood, gain self-compassion, radically accept hard truths, & set boundaries in order to build a more aligned life.
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Ruby Road
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LPCMH, LPC, CEAP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
**NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS ON GrowTherapy & ALMA.** I feel life is a journey & not a destination. You are 1 STEP closer to a new you where you feel EMPOWERED and on a POSITIVE path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating & balanced. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying various approaches & techniques, we'll explore long-standing patterns & "stinking thinking" that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling & meaningful life.
**NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS ON GrowTherapy & ALMA.** I feel life is a journey & not a destination. You are 1 STEP closer to a new you where you feel EMPOWERED and on a POSITIVE path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating & balanced. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying various approaches & techniques, we'll explore long-standing patterns & "stinking thinking" that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling & meaningful life.
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Khadejah McDougald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
My style of therapy is down to earth and humor infused. Individuals who work with me find it easy to quickly build relationship because of my transparency and easy going personality.
My style of therapy is down to earth and humor infused. Individuals who work with me find it easy to quickly build relationship because of my transparency and easy going personality.
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Rosie's Table: A Safe Space for Healing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21202
Life moves fast and requires a lot from you. Society expects you to handle the stress, so you push forward despite the weight. In the silent moments, you deal with the conflict within. I welcome you to sit with me and work it out together. My elder taught me you can either progress fast or deep in your life journey, but not both. My intention is to create a safe space to explore your world while learning and practicing practical solutions along the way. I intend to focus on your strengths and build your confidence. During counseling, our work will be goal-directed, cathartic, and spiritually attuned. I hope to speak with you soon.
Life moves fast and requires a lot from you. Society expects you to handle the stress, so you push forward despite the weight. In the silent moments, you deal with the conflict within. I welcome you to sit with me and work it out together. My elder taught me you can either progress fast or deep in your life journey, but not both. My intention is to create a safe space to explore your world while learning and practicing practical solutions along the way. I intend to focus on your strengths and build your confidence. During counseling, our work will be goal-directed, cathartic, and spiritually attuned. I hope to speak with you soon.
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Dr. Michael M. Librie, PsyD, LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.
I'm Michael Librie, Psy.D, LCSW-C, LICSW. I'm a Psychotherapist with over 35 years experience, qualified to provide integrative psychotherapy, combining techniques from various therapeutic schools to suit the needs of the client. I am delivering therapy virtually at this time in Maryland, Washington, DC and North Carolina. My approach combines traditional dynamic psychotherapy with awareness and internal inquiry processes. I partner with you to help guide you to focus inward so that you may experience your core self, listen to your soul and find your personal truth.
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Danae Allyson Wheatley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCJSOTS, CCSAS, CCDVC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients come to therapy seeking healthier ways to communicate with others and address their own issues with self regulation. Often times they need to understand how to "connect the dots", between their present state of functioning and unresolved issues from past hurts, traumas, and patterns of behavior.
Many of my clients come to therapy seeking healthier ways to communicate with others and address their own issues with self regulation. Often times they need to understand how to "connect the dots", between their present state of functioning and unresolved issues from past hurts, traumas, and patterns of behavior.
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Latesha Edmerson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Maryland (LCPC). I have over 20 years in the mental health field/substance abuse field. I have worked in various settings and have a wealth of knowledge in both areas. I help youth, adolescents, young adults, and adults with unlocking their true best selves! I will embark upon your journey with you, as your guide to optimal mental wellness.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Maryland (LCPC). I have over 20 years in the mental health field/substance abuse field. I have worked in various settings and have a wealth of knowledge in both areas. I help youth, adolescents, young adults, and adults with unlocking their true best selves! I will embark upon your journey with you, as your guide to optimal mental wellness.
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Kasie Frazer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Hello. My name is Kasie Frazer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my bachelors degree from the University of California Los Angeles with a major in American Literature and I obtained my Master's in Social Work degree from the University of Michigan. Go Blue! I have the great privilege of being licensed to practice in Arizona, California, Colorado, Maryland and Michigan. I come to the Sondermind platform with 19 years of professional work experience including helping clients with LGBTQ+ related issues, coping with grief/loss, depression & anxiety. I also enjoy helping clients with executive.
Hello. My name is Kasie Frazer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my bachelors degree from the University of California Los Angeles with a major in American Literature and I obtained my Master's in Social Work degree from the University of Michigan. Go Blue! I have the great privilege of being licensed to practice in Arizona, California, Colorado, Maryland and Michigan. I come to the Sondermind platform with 19 years of professional work experience including helping clients with LGBTQ+ related issues, coping with grief/loss, depression & anxiety. I also enjoy helping clients with executive.
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Jesse Lee Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
I have had experience with a very wide range of folks that I've liked to work with and have found all of that work valuable and fulfilling. I think I am hoping to work with folks who are curious and open about themselves or at least would like to be. Therapy can be hard work at times and without that curiousness it can be hard to sit with those tough times. I think all folks coming into therapy are hoping to get better which I think is the earliest sign of hope in this process.
I have had experience with a very wide range of folks that I've liked to work with and have found all of that work valuable and fulfilling. I think I am hoping to work with folks who are curious and open about themselves or at least would like to be. Therapy can be hard work at times and without that curiousness it can be hard to sit with those tough times. I think all folks coming into therapy are hoping to get better which I think is the earliest sign of hope in this process.
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Hannah Kaitlin Thiessen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles Village, Baltimore, MD 21218
Currently accepting new clients! Hannah aims to develop a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with her clients to give them a safe and empathic space to process painful emotions and experiences. Hannah Thiessen is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) providing virtual-only traditional talk therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). She has completed her Master of Social Work with a specialization in behavioral health from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Wake Forest University.
Currently accepting new clients! Hannah aims to develop a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with her clients to give them a safe and empathic space to process painful emotions and experiences. Hannah Thiessen is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) providing virtual-only traditional talk therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). She has completed her Master of Social Work with a specialization in behavioral health from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Wake Forest University.
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I have provided therapy to a diverse population of individuals in a variety of professional work settings as a licensed psychologist for over 10 years. Currently, I am offering online mental health therapy to help individuals work toward and achieve personal goals. I work with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, or feeling like they are in a stuck point in their life. I understand creating significant change can be difficult without having some initial support and guidance. I believe practicing new coping strategies until they become established in your life is important to increasing well-being.
I have provided therapy to a diverse population of individuals in a variety of professional work settings as a licensed psychologist for over 10 years. Currently, I am offering online mental health therapy to help individuals work toward and achieve personal goals. I work with individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, or feeling like they are in a stuck point in their life. I understand creating significant change can be difficult without having some initial support and guidance. I believe practicing new coping strategies until they become established in your life is important to increasing well-being.
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.