Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Clarksville, MD
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Lynda Mischler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
I value your talents and self-determination and I promote solution focused strategies that help you achieve the quality of life that you deserve.
I strongly believe in the value of therapy and I feel privileged to be a part of the healing community. I strive to empower you to make healthy changes that will positively impact your life. I work with sensitivity and warmth to create an accepting environment where you can feel safe and free to explore your thoughts and feelings despite how difficult or painful they might be. At times, your life may seem out of balance, whether the issues pertain to home, work, or relationships. My goal is to help you find the peace and joy in life that you deserve. I specialize in the healing of trauma.
I value your talents and self-determination and I promote solution focused strategies that help you achieve the quality of life that you deserve.
I strongly believe in the value of therapy and I feel privileged to be a part of the healing community. I strive to empower you to make healthy changes that will positively impact your life. I work with sensitivity and warmth to create an accepting environment where you can feel safe and free to explore your thoughts and feelings despite how difficult or painful they might be. At times, your life may seem out of balance, whether the issues pertain to home, work, or relationships. My goal is to help you find the peace and joy in life that you deserve. I specialize in the healing of trauma.
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Do you want to practice more self-compassion and raise self-awareness? Do you want a space where you can process everything going on in your life? Do you want a space where you can be yourself and be met with compassion and genuineness? Whether you are from a culture where going to therapy isn’t viewed as okay or are being encouraged by loved ones to try out therapy; thank you for considering me to be your therapist. We will work collaboratively and tap into your strengths, further develop your coping skills, increase your insight, and achieve your goals.
Do you want to practice more self-compassion and raise self-awareness? Do you want a space where you can process everything going on in your life? Do you want a space where you can be yourself and be met with compassion and genuineness? Whether you are from a culture where going to therapy isn’t viewed as okay or are being encouraged by loved ones to try out therapy; thank you for considering me to be your therapist. We will work collaboratively and tap into your strengths, further develop your coping skills, increase your insight, and achieve your goals.
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Lynn Kapusinski
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
I'm a virtual counselor and coach, award-winning author of books for divorced families, and owner of Calm the Storm Counseling, LLC & Calm the Storm Coaching, LLC. Through Calm the Storm Counseling, LLC, I help children, teens and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and more. I incorporate a variety of approaches including CBT, solution-focused and strengths-based practices. Through Calm the Storm Coaching, LLC, I help children, teens and young adults navigate parental divorce and separation and the changes afterwards without sacrificing their relationship with their parents.
I'm a virtual counselor and coach, award-winning author of books for divorced families, and owner of Calm the Storm Counseling, LLC & Calm the Storm Coaching, LLC. Through Calm the Storm Counseling, LLC, I help children, teens and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and more. I incorporate a variety of approaches including CBT, solution-focused and strengths-based practices. Through Calm the Storm Coaching, LLC, I help children, teens and young adults navigate parental divorce and separation and the changes afterwards without sacrificing their relationship with their parents.
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I work with adolescence and adults with a history of trauma related to mental, physical, and sexual abuse. I understand individuals with a history of trauma often struggle to make sense of the experience and face obstacles that make it difficult to heal.
I work with adolescence and adults with a history of trauma related to mental, physical, and sexual abuse. I understand individuals with a history of trauma often struggle to make sense of the experience and face obstacles that make it difficult to heal.
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Rochelle Hanson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
Life is not always a walk in the park. Stress, worry, & concern can feel overwhelming to the point that things feel out of control. I find it very important to allow a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for clients to feel welcomed and comfortable. I am a board certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland that provides individual counseling services to adults and adolescents. I have experience working with individuals seeking help due to increased anxiety, depression, trauma, communication, relationship challenges, grief & loss, and general life challenges. www.rhcounselingmindset.com
Life is not always a walk in the park. Stress, worry, & concern can feel overwhelming to the point that things feel out of control. I find it very important to allow a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for clients to feel welcomed and comfortable. I am a board certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland that provides individual counseling services to adults and adolescents. I have experience working with individuals seeking help due to increased anxiety, depression, trauma, communication, relationship challenges, grief & loss, and general life challenges. www.rhcounselingmindset.com
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My work focuses on advocating for children in the public school system. I have experience navigating the special education process as well as enhancing the school experience supporting academic, social, and emotional development. My work also includes individual, group, and family counseling in person and/or virtual.
My work focuses on advocating for children in the public school system. I have experience navigating the special education process as well as enhancing the school experience supporting academic, social, and emotional development. My work also includes individual, group, and family counseling in person and/or virtual.
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Michael Fleg
Resident in Counseling, MEd, MPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
Relationships. We never really explicitly learn how to "do" this whole relationship thing, at least not in school. Are there rules for relationships? How about guidelines to help guide us? We know about general advice like when your aunt sits you down at the family reunion reminding you to just "be yourself," but how helpful are these generalities? If you're baffled, confused, frustrated, or simply wish you had a better relationship, you're not alone. In fact, you're part of the majority. And based on neuroscience, attachment theory, and ancient wisdom, you can improve and experience a better relationship.
Relationships. We never really explicitly learn how to "do" this whole relationship thing, at least not in school. Are there rules for relationships? How about guidelines to help guide us? We know about general advice like when your aunt sits you down at the family reunion reminding you to just "be yourself," but how helpful are these generalities? If you're baffled, confused, frustrated, or simply wish you had a better relationship, you're not alone. In fact, you're part of the majority. And based on neuroscience, attachment theory, and ancient wisdom, you can improve and experience a better relationship.
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Sarah Vayda
Counselor, MS, LCPC, CMIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
Are you feeling unrelenting worry, sadness, or overwhelm? Or is life not meeting your expectations? These feelings can be paralyzing and affect all areas of our lives. It would be my honor to help you navigate through this difficult time and find peace to live a more fulfilling life. I combine an individual approach that focuses on living in the present, helping you to manage life disruptions, and creating the life you want. This can also include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) if we feel it would help you.
Are you feeling unrelenting worry, sadness, or overwhelm? Or is life not meeting your expectations? These feelings can be paralyzing and affect all areas of our lives. It would be my honor to help you navigate through this difficult time and find peace to live a more fulfilling life. I combine an individual approach that focuses on living in the present, helping you to manage life disruptions, and creating the life you want. This can also include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) if we feel it would help you.
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Sara Aefsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029
Each and every person is incredibly unique, so I work hard to collaborate with you to create individualized treatment to learn how to modify thoughts and behaviors, increase skill to improve self awareness, self concept, relationship effectiveness, and to decrease impulsive and non effective decision making. I strongly promote non-judgmental mindfulness to achieve meaningful and effective change. This is emphasized to increase growth, recovery, and balance in accordance with your short and long term goals.
Each and every person is incredibly unique, so I work hard to collaborate with you to create individualized treatment to learn how to modify thoughts and behaviors, increase skill to improve self awareness, self concept, relationship effectiveness, and to decrease impulsive and non effective decision making. I strongly promote non-judgmental mindfulness to achieve meaningful and effective change. This is emphasized to increase growth, recovery, and balance in accordance with your short and long term goals.
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Cynthia Lengrand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LLC
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
What keeps me growing as a professional and drives me to do what I do, are the individuals and families that I have the privilege to work with everyday. There are times in all of our lives when we need to reach out for support and encouragement and to know that we are not alone. I have extensive experience in the field of trauma, in particular with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, child abuse, and child neglect. When working with this population, I have treated issues ranging from but not limited to PTSD, depression, anxiety, attachment, and anger.
What keeps me growing as a professional and drives me to do what I do, are the individuals and families that I have the privilege to work with everyday. There are times in all of our lives when we need to reach out for support and encouragement and to know that we are not alone. I have extensive experience in the field of trauma, in particular with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, child abuse, and child neglect. When working with this population, I have treated issues ranging from but not limited to PTSD, depression, anxiety, attachment, and anger.
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Jane Bisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
In working with families and individuals, I use both traditional psychotherapies such as positive psychology, psychodynamic techniques, and cognitive and behavioral therapies. In addition, I am trained in mind/body techniques such as EMDR and hypnosis. I also believe in the healing connections we make with nature and will often use pet therapy in assisting my clients to reach their goals.
In working with families and individuals, I use both traditional psychotherapies such as positive psychology, psychodynamic techniques, and cognitive and behavioral therapies. In addition, I am trained in mind/body techniques such as EMDR and hypnosis. I also believe in the healing connections we make with nature and will often use pet therapy in assisting my clients to reach their goals.
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Michael Fleg
MPB Group, Inc-An Outpatient Mental Health Clinic
Lauren Massa
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I am a licensed clinical professional counselor who specializes in working with adolescents and young adults. I facilitate change by providing a safe, non-threatening environment that demonstrates love, compassion, trust, and understanding. This caring environment helps children and adults build the stepping stones needed to live a happier and healthier life through learning self-awareness and the development of effective coping skills. I use a variety of tools in my practice, including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness techniques, which help reduce anxiety and depression particularly for those individuals who have experienced trauma.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor who specializes in working with adolescents and young adults. I facilitate change by providing a safe, non-threatening environment that demonstrates love, compassion, trust, and understanding. This caring environment helps children and adults build the stepping stones needed to live a happier and healthier life through learning self-awareness and the development of effective coping skills. I use a variety of tools in my practice, including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness techniques, which help reduce anxiety and depression particularly for those individuals who have experienced trauma.
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Andrew Stanton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, SAP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029
Voted best in Howard County! Andrew's experience includes 25 years of specialization with children, adolescents, and families. Through working in a variety of settings he has developed exceptional skills working with trauma, emotional, and behavioral issues. He has had tremendous success working with some of the most at risk clients. He works with individuals, families and couples to help produce positive changes. He practices EMDR to help clients overcome traumas.
Voted best in Howard County! Andrew's experience includes 25 years of specialization with children, adolescents, and families. Through working in a variety of settings he has developed exceptional skills working with trauma, emotional, and behavioral issues. He has had tremendous success working with some of the most at risk clients. He works with individuals, families and couples to help produce positive changes. He practices EMDR to help clients overcome traumas.
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***ACCEPTING NEW BLUE CROSS PATIENTS FOR ONLINE SESSIONS**PLEASE EMAIL OR TEXT FOR FASTEST RESPONSE. Imagine what you can accomplish in your life when your wellness is restored and your soul is healed. Everyone has the ability to heal and I would like to be your guide through this journey with compassion and non-judgment. I have over 10 years' experience helping individuals recover from mental health challenges. I am prepared to use my training, persistence, and competence to bring comfort and wellness to you and your loved ones in the darkest of times.
***ACCEPTING NEW BLUE CROSS PATIENTS FOR ONLINE SESSIONS**PLEASE EMAIL OR TEXT FOR FASTEST RESPONSE. Imagine what you can accomplish in your life when your wellness is restored and your soul is healed. Everyone has the ability to heal and I would like to be your guide through this journey with compassion and non-judgment. I have over 10 years' experience helping individuals recover from mental health challenges. I am prepared to use my training, persistence, and competence to bring comfort and wellness to you and your loved ones in the darkest of times.
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MPB Group, Inc-An Outpatient Mental Health Clinic
Counselor, LCPC, DCC
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
MPB Group Inc is an outpatient mental health clinic in Columbia and Bowie, MD. We have a diverse team of empathic mental health professionals who specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, family/couples work and psychedelic assisted treatment via retreats in Jamaica. Please check out our website www.mpbhealth.com or www.healingescapesfoundation.org for more information. Register online or call us at 410-730-2385 for more info!
MPB Group Inc is an outpatient mental health clinic in Columbia and Bowie, MD. We have a diverse team of empathic mental health professionals who specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, family/couples work and psychedelic assisted treatment via retreats in Jamaica. Please check out our website www.mpbhealth.com or www.healingescapesfoundation.org for more information. Register online or call us at 410-730-2385 for more info!
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Carol Jones-Pinckney is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Approved Supervisor in the state of Maryland. She has over 20 years of experience in the human services field working with various nonprofits and for the last 8 years has provided therapy for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Carol applies a nonjudgmental, caring, strength-based, and integrative approach to therapy. She maintains that collaboration, trust, and building a partnership are key ingredients to navigate through life’s struggles presented in therapy.
Carol Jones-Pinckney is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Approved Supervisor in the state of Maryland. She has over 20 years of experience in the human services field working with various nonprofits and for the last 8 years has provided therapy for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Carol applies a nonjudgmental, caring, strength-based, and integrative approach to therapy. She maintains that collaboration, trust, and building a partnership are key ingredients to navigate through life’s struggles presented in therapy.
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Accepting New Clients. Hello, I am Adesola Ogin a dedicated therapist passionate about guiding individuals through life's challenges. With a focus on depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamics, grief, and anger issues, I offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions to empower my clients on their journey to healing and growth. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and respect for the unique experiences of each individual I work with. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported as they navigate through difficult emotions.
Accepting New Clients. Hello, I am Adesola Ogin a dedicated therapist passionate about guiding individuals through life's challenges. With a focus on depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamics, grief, and anger issues, I offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions to empower my clients on their journey to healing and growth. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and respect for the unique experiences of each individual I work with. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported as they navigate through difficult emotions.
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With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a license as an LGPC, I am transitioning from a fulfilling 28-year career in high school education to pursue my passion for counseling. My extensive experience in teaching has equipped me with the skills to build strong, supportive relationships and guide individuals and couples through challenges, making counseling a natural and exciting next step for me. I have immediate openings and would be honored to support you.
With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a license as an LGPC, I am transitioning from a fulfilling 28-year career in high school education to pursue my passion for counseling. My extensive experience in teaching has equipped me with the skills to build strong, supportive relationships and guide individuals and couples through challenges, making counseling a natural and exciting next step for me. I have immediate openings and would be honored to support you.
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You're not sure when it happened, but you don't recognize the child sitting in front of you or the person looking back at you in the mirror. You want to feel happier, healthier, and more confident, but nothing seems to work. You feel stuck in the past, experiencing difficulties with enjoying the present, making the future feel hopeless. You feel so overwhelmed that you can't stop worrying and focus on work/school. You wish you could find the right words to let others know how you're feeling and the struggles you're facing. You just want to feel empowered to ask for help when you need it, hoping you don't have to do this alone.
You're not sure when it happened, but you don't recognize the child sitting in front of you or the person looking back at you in the mirror. You want to feel happier, healthier, and more confident, but nothing seems to work. You feel stuck in the past, experiencing difficulties with enjoying the present, making the future feel hopeless. You feel so overwhelmed that you can't stop worrying and focus on work/school. You wish you could find the right words to let others know how you're feeling and the struggles you're facing. You just want to feel empowered to ask for help when you need it, hoping you don't have to do this alone.
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Susan M Ashtianie
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029
Not accepting new clients
Has there been a time in your life when you just needed somebody to listen? Someone who wouldn't judge or make you feel that you're wrong? Someone who could help you see a way through a problem? None of us are immune to problems in our lives. Every one of us carries wounds. It's part of the package called Life. Yet how we think about our problems affects how we experience our problems. I would be honored to work with you as you manage some of the ups and downs you experience on Life's great journey.
Has there been a time in your life when you just needed somebody to listen? Someone who wouldn't judge or make you feel that you're wrong? Someone who could help you see a way through a problem? None of us are immune to problems in our lives. Every one of us carries wounds. It's part of the package called Life. Yet how we think about our problems affects how we experience our problems. I would be honored to work with you as you manage some of the ups and downs you experience on Life's great journey.
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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists
How does solution-focused therapy work?
The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.
Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?
Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.
How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?
Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.
Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?
Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.