Therapists in Baltimore, MD
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Ari Poliakoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21215 (Online Only)
Wouldn't it be great if your therapist didn't just listen to you, but helped YOU listen to yourself? You know, that part if yourself that gets lost among all your responsibilities and commitments and social media and stress and all the things you tell yourself...all that stuff that makes you feel fragmented and overwhelmed. I excel at helping people discover themselves amidst the noise of life. Understanding yourself is the key to getting "unstuck" and moving towards healing, success, and growth.
Wouldn't it be great if your therapist didn't just listen to you, but helped YOU listen to yourself? You know, that part if yourself that gets lost among all your responsibilities and commitments and social media and stress and all the things you tell yourself...all that stuff that makes you feel fragmented and overwhelmed. I excel at helping people discover themselves amidst the noise of life. Understanding yourself is the key to getting "unstuck" and moving towards healing, success, and growth.
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Mosaic Clinic
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC , RPT-S
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201 (Online Only)
Our approach starts with a comprehensive evaluation, including screenings for common conditions such as anxiety, stress, depression. We work with you to examine how each aspect of our life is impacted and how to get to a better state of mind and state of being. The basic question we try to answer is, “If a miracle happened (fill in the blank) this would be better?” After the initial assessment you will be provided with a treatment plan that works to make this miracle a practical reality. We believe therapy is most effective when clients connect deeply with their therapists.
Our approach starts with a comprehensive evaluation, including screenings for common conditions such as anxiety, stress, depression. We work with you to examine how each aspect of our life is impacted and how to get to a better state of mind and state of being. The basic question we try to answer is, “If a miracle happened (fill in the blank) this would be better?” After the initial assessment you will be provided with a treatment plan that works to make this miracle a practical reality. We believe therapy is most effective when clients connect deeply with their therapists.
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Dr.. Shokek is a psychologist with expertise in treating eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, dissociation, and depression. She has been practicing psychotherapy for twenty years and has been in private practice in Towson since 2014. She completed two year-long predoctoral internships: The first in inpatient eating disorders, the second in college counseling. After earning her doctorate from Widener University's Institute for Graduate Clinical Psych, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Sheppard Pratt's Trauma D/Os Program. She has worked extensively with college students and mental health professionals.
Dr.. Shokek is a psychologist with expertise in treating eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, dissociation, and depression. She has been practicing psychotherapy for twenty years and has been in private practice in Towson since 2014. She completed two year-long predoctoral internships: The first in inpatient eating disorders, the second in college counseling. After earning her doctorate from Widener University's Institute for Graduate Clinical Psych, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Sheppard Pratt's Trauma D/Os Program. She has worked extensively with college students and mental health professionals.
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There are times in life when it is difficult to believe that we will ever reach our dreams, hopes, goals, or have the future for which we had hoped. We may be feeling stuck, lonely, and unable to develop or access our wisdom and strengths. Too often, challenging life situations or decisions made in the past tend to have a lasting effect on our lives. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, change and heal our relationships with ourselves, our significant others, and those around us.
There are times in life when it is difficult to believe that we will ever reach our dreams, hopes, goals, or have the future for which we had hoped. We may be feeling stuck, lonely, and unable to develop or access our wisdom and strengths. Too often, challenging life situations or decisions made in the past tend to have a lasting effect on our lives. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, change and heal our relationships with ourselves, our significant others, and those around us.
Online Therapists
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ADDvantage Counseling, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverdale, MD 20737
We are passionate about person-centered, customized counseling. We're licensed in MD, VA, DC, DE and OH. and see clients both virtually and in-person (based on counselor's preference). Do you have ADHD and are looking for a better way to work with it? Or are you seeking an ADHD evaluation? Maybe you're in recovery or are concerned that your drinking or substance use is a problem, or you're struggling with low self-esteem; poor work/life balance; major life transitions; personality disorders or trauma. Some clinicians at our practice also see children, families and seniors.
We are passionate about person-centered, customized counseling. We're licensed in MD, VA, DC, DE and OH. and see clients both virtually and in-person (based on counselor's preference). Do you have ADHD and are looking for a better way to work with it? Or are you seeking an ADHD evaluation? Maybe you're in recovery or are concerned that your drinking or substance use is a problem, or you're struggling with low self-esteem; poor work/life balance; major life transitions; personality disorders or trauma. Some clinicians at our practice also see children, families and seniors.
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My clients tell me that I am a down to earth, shock proof therapist who genuinely cares... I have been doing therapy for many years so I can tailor therapy to your individual needs.... I help reduce depression, anxiety, social isolation and teach skills to better handle life's stresses. We may take a cognitive behavioral approach or an arts based approach to improving the quality of your life.... Help is on the way! Please go to my website: www. ACaringPlace. info to see what clients are saying.
My clients tell me that I am a down to earth, shock proof therapist who genuinely cares... I have been doing therapy for many years so I can tailor therapy to your individual needs.... I help reduce depression, anxiety, social isolation and teach skills to better handle life's stresses. We may take a cognitive behavioral approach or an arts based approach to improving the quality of your life.... Help is on the way! Please go to my website: www. ACaringPlace. info to see what clients are saying.
![Photo of Michelle B. Chukrun, MA, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11dd3d13-59d4-4397-a6a1-c1f74ebadaff/2/320x400.jpeg)
Michelle B. Chukrun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852 (Online Only)
If you struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues or parenting challenges, I can help! I have worked with adults, couples and seniors for many years. I listen carefully and compassionately to your special needs, and consider them in the context of your experience and present situation; a holistic approach that recognizes both your current needs and their roots. Often these roots are cultural, a fact I know because my own life spans several cultures. I am committed to empowering those affected by trauma and other adverse life experiences.
If you struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues or parenting challenges, I can help! I have worked with adults, couples and seniors for many years. I listen carefully and compassionately to your special needs, and consider them in the context of your experience and present situation; a holistic approach that recognizes both your current needs and their roots. Often these roots are cultural, a fact I know because my own life spans several cultures. I am committed to empowering those affected by trauma and other adverse life experiences.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy