Christian Counseling Therapists in Burtonsville, MD

I am a mental and emotional health advocate who strongly believes that mental/emotional wellness should be promoted and discussed more, especially in Black and Brown communities — we need it. I consider self-care to be the best care and believe the second that we choose to better ourselves, the world around us becomes better too. An uncommon level of strength is tapped into when people can acknowledge that they need help. Distinguishing the problem from the person, I strive to help people walk through the steps necessary to reach their happiest and most influential selves.

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.

Have you ever thought…“There has to be more to life than this? What am I here for? No one understands me!” Do you sometimes feel as though you are not noticed or appreciated for what you bring to the table? Does anxiety, fear, worry, thoughts of traumatic events or depression seem to hang around longer these days? Ever think…“I can’t handle this! I don’t know what I’m going to do! Does anyone even care about what I’m going through?” I care and I am here to help you!

Are you looking for a therapist who can identify and connect with your teen or adolescent and empower them to overcome their troubles and transform their futures? Is your child struggling in the community, at home, or in school, with behavior, or self-esteem and image issues? Are you seeking to understand your adolescent better so that you can support them with more Love and less conflict? I am a restorative justice Healer and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy clinician with over 23yrs of serving youth with depression, ADHD, anxiety, conduct disorders, substance abuse and interpersonal conflict.

Accepting new clients! Sharlita focuses on helping individuals navigate traumas, improve relationship intimacy, develop greater self-esteem, achieve life goals, and navigate daily stressors.

Hi! My name is Karen Joyner, and I am the CEO and founder of the Shaping Professional Counseling Center. At SPCC we help clients heal from past hurts and lead healthy, fulfilling lives. Everyone has a unique story. What’s your story? We know that the process can be overwhelming, and we're devoted to offering our unwavering support during this emotional journey. At our center, we believe that counseling is most effective when it creates a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to actively participate in their healing journey. We are committed to offering everyone compassion, empathy, and understanding in their journey toward healing.

Are you feeling stuck in your marriage? Feeling like you partnered with the wrong person? Struggling with perpetual issues? Not sure how to handle your partner’s cheating and lies? Considering whether you should stay or go? Do you need some clarity about past traumas that are disrupting your present and future? I can help you find answers without judgment. I can help to redirect your marriage and parent-child relationship, heal, and changing destructive behaviors. Does your marriage just need a tune-up? Ask about our RSC Love Lab, a fun group session where you can laugh and share with other couples while enriching your marriage.

ARE YOU READY TO WORK OUT? When working on our "outer" body, we tend to neglect our "inner body" including our mental health. Why not take care of your WHOLE body? At SMR Counseling Services, we get your mental health in shape. We work one-on-one with clients acting as "personal mental health trainers" which allows us to respond to the unique needs of each individual.

Many things are not black-and-white, nor do they fit into perfectly sized boxes. It can be difficult to pinpoint what we're feeling or how we got to where we are in life. Are you struggling with becoming your authentic self? Do you want to cultivate and maintain healthy relationships? Are you feeling isolated or alone as you bear the weight of systemic oppression? Maybe things aren't "that bad," but you want to talk to someone? I know what it means to live in the gray areas of life, and I'm here for you.