In Person Therapists in Calverton, MD

Feeling depressed or anxious or unable to manage stress? see individuals, groups and families. I specialize in helping people with depression, anxiety, relationship stress / divorce, setting appropriate boundaries, managing grief, and navigating stressful life events.

Not all wounds are visible! We all wrestle with difficult emotions and mental struggles. Not to mention the pressures of life can seem considerably overwhelming at times. I am licensed in Maryland with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, lgbt-related issues, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I have had the privilege of working with adolescents, adults, couples and families while using an eclectic approach from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Person Centered approach to help facilitate their healing.

Do you struggle saying NO to others? Have you been hurt by the church, specific leaders there, or religion itself? Are you struggling with being sad, anxious, lonely, or struggle with “stinking thinking”? Are you still grieving? It is time to help reframe and define what winning looks like for you by using the principles of the Word of God long with psychological standards to improve our mental, emotional, and even physical health. It time for us to win so we can be in position to do exponentially more to help others! Let’s Win Together!

Have you tried everything you can but still can’t find joy and happiness in your daily life? The answer may lie in the Unconscious and Subconscious mind. As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I make sure to use scientific theories proven to enhance Mental Health and tailor treatment to the client’s needs. There are basic needs, practices, and thought processes that form the foundation of our Mental Health regardless of race, culture, and belief. I specialize in promoting and processing a natural and organic recovery before considering medication.

Achieving Joy's counseling boutique is created to improve the emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness of the LGBTQ community. Our counselor's are diverse, licensed and are active participants within the community. We provide a safe space for individuals and couples to explore monogamous and non-monogamous relationships, complete pre-marital counseling, and create action steps to reach your life goals. We also provide group counseling, workshops, and annual conferences. Our purpose is to help you create a plan of action to achieve your joy.

La vida es una cadena de transiciones que muchas veces a las personas se nos hace un poco complicado sobrellevar o resolver. Y aunque los cambios nos dan la oportunidad de crecimiento, es muy cierto que estos mismos cambios nos traen mucha angustia y desequilibrio emocional. Yo puedo ayudarte a descubrir y desarrollar las habilidades necesarias para que puedas mantenerte enfocado(a) en lo que es la prioridad para ti y para todos aquellos que te rodean durante estos procesos naturales de transición.

Instilling hope and resilience through treatment is a hallmark of our work in this sacred space! As a LGBTQ cis woman of color, I have both lived & clinical experience that attest to the importance of using a culturally-centered & trauma-informed approach that gives my clients the space to heal, no matter their background. My priority is to allow my clients the space to learn to go through their healing journey on their own terms, and hold space for them when the journey feels insurmountable. I believe that connecting to one's human-ness allows an empowering platform that allows clients to reach their full potential.

I work with a diverse population in treating many psychological issues. My work includes young children to adults with various psychological and life issues that are addressed in a safe and therapeutic environment.

Taking the first step can be difficult and I am here to support your needs. Do you often feel anxious or depressed? Do you want to make changes, but don't know where to begin? My goal is to help you overcome the challenges you're facing by working together. It is important to me that you are involved in the process and learning how to reach your own set goals.

Your life has been completely shattered. You want to begin to pick up the pieces of your life but have no idea where to start. You cannot believe that someone you love, someone you trust, some you give your all to would cause you so much pain. You continue to play over and over again different scenarios of where the relationship went wrong. You start thinking about how stupid you were for all the things you did to keep the relationship. I hate to admit it, but I am glad to say, I understand you. Relationships, especially ones that are meaningful to you, will leave you crushed. Especially when trust has been broken.

Have you ever experienced anxious or sad feelings that seem unshakeable? In this fast-paced world, children and adults often "mask" their feelings at work, school, and home. Left unresolved, challenges often snowball and leave some feeling disorganized, unmotivated, and hopeless. Our goal is to support clients, enhance their skills, and give them tools to deal with various transitions and challenges at school, work, and home,

In our first session clients can expect to meet a warm, open and non-judgmental person on the other side that will listen to their expectations and give an honest assessment of whether I am best positioned to partner with them in their journey to manage, cope and find solutions.

I provide therapy to individuals, adults, adolescents, families & couples struggling with mental health disorders, poor communication, & issues that interfere with a quality of life and cohesiveness with others. I work with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, complex trauma & addictions. I use a person-centered approach to build a trusting relationship with my clients and offer a healing environment to begin the healing process. I strive to help individuals learn and develop useful tools, decrease maladaptive behaviors & help them change their distorted thinking that most often interferes with success.

I view therapy as a collaborative process that balances listening and insightful feedback to help you make the changes you desire. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, codependency and grief & loss. I utilizes CBT, solution-focused, person-centered and family systems approaches to help you develop insight, create meaning in your life, and find traction to achieve your relationship, career, health and wellness goals. If you would like to see if we are a good fit please visit my website and schedule a consultation. Thanks