Women's Issues Therapists in Clarksville, MD

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Najwa Awad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
I have extensive training in different psychotherapies that help address women's issues like past sexual/mental/physical abuse, parenting issues, becoming a first time mother, work issues and relationship conflict.
I specialize in the clinical treatment of women, their children and families. Women are unique from any other clinical group and deserve to get individualized services tailored to meet their needs. My goal is to empower women, help alleviate their symptoms and address their personal goals for wellness. It is of utmost importance that my clients feel safe, respected and supported.
I have extensive training in different psychotherapies that help address women's issues like past sexual/mental/physical abuse, parenting issues, becoming a first time mother, work issues and relationship conflict.
I specialize in the clinical treatment of women, their children and families. Women are unique from any other clinical group and deserve to get individualized services tailored to meet their needs. My goal is to empower women, help alleviate their symptoms and address their personal goals for wellness. It is of utmost importance that my clients feel safe, respected and supported.
(410) 343-7545 View (410) 343-7545
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Katie B. Besche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapeutic Family Counseling provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: women's issues, anxiety, infertility, post partum depression, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, or just needing to find that balance in your life.
Therapeutic Family Counseling provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: women's issues, anxiety, infertility, post partum depression, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, or just needing to find that balance in your life.
(443) 251-3391 View (443) 251-3391
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Idania Ramos
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing growth and development concerns, cultural/identity issues, immigration issues, women's issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions.
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.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing growth and development concerns, cultural/identity issues, immigration issues, women's issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions.
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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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
(240) 366-2587 View (240) 366-2587
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Deborah Irvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
Becoming the very best version of YOU, starts with a strong Foundation. Whether you are born with it, or have to build it yourself, a strong foundation is the key to lasting success in all domains of life. I specialize in supporting and empowering individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma recovery, narcissistic abused recovery, inner child healing, ACA recovery. I am an Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, as well as providing Neurofeedback when appropriate. This foundational approach fosters healing, resilience, and empowerment so that you can achieve the very best version of YOU.
Becoming the very best version of YOU, starts with a strong Foundation. Whether you are born with it, or have to build it yourself, a strong foundation is the key to lasting success in all domains of life. I specialize in supporting and empowering individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma recovery, narcissistic abused recovery, inner child healing, ACA recovery. I am an Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, as well as providing Neurofeedback when appropriate. This foundational approach fosters healing, resilience, and empowerment so that you can achieve the very best version of YOU.
(301) 812-4428 View (301) 812-4428
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Jennifer Valenta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist that works with individuals going through all stages of parenthood ranging from preconception to postpartum parenting. I work with clients navigating challenges related to reproductive health, traumatic journeys to parenthood, infertility, miscarriage and perinatal loss, birth trauma, postpartum mood/anxiety disorders, and OCD. I provide therapeutic support to both individuals struggling with transitional stressors and/or those who are in need of long term supportive care.
Currently accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist that works with individuals going through all stages of parenthood ranging from preconception to postpartum parenting. I work with clients navigating challenges related to reproductive health, traumatic journeys to parenthood, infertility, miscarriage and perinatal loss, birth trauma, postpartum mood/anxiety disorders, and OCD. I provide therapeutic support to both individuals struggling with transitional stressors and/or those who are in need of long term supportive care.
(240) 698-3553 View (240) 698-3553
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Megan Furman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
Pregnant, postpartum, or parent of littles? Navigating the challenges of parenthood is not always made easier by the joys. Maybe you’re here as a mom struggling with all of the adjustments postpartum, you’re a dad feeling more irritable than you’d like, you’re crying or worrying a lot, having difficulty bonding with your baby, missing your independence, finding it hard to make time for your own needs, experienced a loss or scary birth, or you don't feel like yourself as an expectant parent, a new parent, or an experienced parent. We tend to have many expectations about parenthood and need help adjusting when things don’t go to plan.
Pregnant, postpartum, or parent of littles? Navigating the challenges of parenthood is not always made easier by the joys. Maybe you’re here as a mom struggling with all of the adjustments postpartum, you’re a dad feeling more irritable than you’d like, you’re crying or worrying a lot, having difficulty bonding with your baby, missing your independence, finding it hard to make time for your own needs, experienced a loss or scary birth, or you don't feel like yourself as an expectant parent, a new parent, or an experienced parent. We tend to have many expectations about parenthood and need help adjusting when things don’t go to plan.
(610) 813-6206 View (610) 813-6206
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Dr. Kiera Boyle-Toledo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
Lasting change first requires understanding. At times, we all experience feeling "stuck" due to long-held beliefs, expectations and patterns of behavior. I provide support and guidance to help you identify where these "stuck" places have originated, so that you can move forward with greater self-awareness, compassion, and intentionality. Having trained to work with both children and adults, I offer a greater awareness of how early experiences have impacted people throughout their lifetimes, and how they continue to influence relationships, mood, and functioning into adulthood.
Lasting change first requires understanding. At times, we all experience feeling "stuck" due to long-held beliefs, expectations and patterns of behavior. I provide support and guidance to help you identify where these "stuck" places have originated, so that you can move forward with greater self-awareness, compassion, and intentionality. Having trained to work with both children and adults, I offer a greater awareness of how early experiences have impacted people throughout their lifetimes, and how they continue to influence relationships, mood, and functioning into adulthood.
(301) 358-6148 View (301) 358-6148
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Becky Fischbein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
We all have challenges in our lives and sometimes they lead to feelings of stress, sadness, loss, loneliness and dissatisfaction. Whether you are an adult or the parent of a child struggling with these feelings - you deserve to feel better. I believe that during these difficult times support, understanding and validation can help you to begin to establish goals and address your issues. Using a variety of modalities that include CBT, mindfulness, and family systems theory we can work together to achieve your goals and create a personal "tool box" of strategies to help you now and in the future.
We all have challenges in our lives and sometimes they lead to feelings of stress, sadness, loss, loneliness and dissatisfaction. Whether you are an adult or the parent of a child struggling with these feelings - you deserve to feel better. I believe that during these difficult times support, understanding and validation can help you to begin to establish goals and address your issues. Using a variety of modalities that include CBT, mindfulness, and family systems theory we can work together to achieve your goals and create a personal "tool box" of strategies to help you now and in the future.
(443) 551-4101 View (443) 551-4101
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Marie Celano
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCPS
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort. I will work closely with you to help you determine what is causing you the most distress. I am committed to providing a secure, non-judgmental relationship. Together we can plan a course of transformation.
I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort. I will work closely with you to help you determine what is causing you the most distress. I am committed to providing a secure, non-judgmental relationship. Together we can plan a course of transformation.
(443) 232-2561 View (443) 232-2561
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Linda Cliff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
Life is challenging and ever-changing. You may find you need someone to help you navigate through these life transitions. Parenting can be a challenge, especially if you have a child diagnosed with autism, developmental delays or intellectual delays. As adults, you are trying to manage it all. It can be harder when you are struggling with depression and/or anxiety, bipolar disorder or addictions. It is time for you to take care of yourself. We will build on your strengths and help you to find ways to meet your needs.
Life is challenging and ever-changing. You may find you need someone to help you navigate through these life transitions. Parenting can be a challenge, especially if you have a child diagnosed with autism, developmental delays or intellectual delays. As adults, you are trying to manage it all. It can be harder when you are struggling with depression and/or anxiety, bipolar disorder or addictions. It is time for you to take care of yourself. We will build on your strengths and help you to find ways to meet your needs.
(443) 775-3789 View (443) 775-3789
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Claire Green
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
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.
(240) 233-8645 View (240) 233-8645
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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.
(443) 398-3198 View (443) 398-3198
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Lynda Mischler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029  (Online Only)
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 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.
(301) 288-3769 View (301) 288-3769
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Risa Ganel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029
You love each other, and you want to work through the problems, but so far, nothing you've tried has helped long-term - including couples therapy. You feel like roommates; you argue about the same thing repeatedly, and you struggle to feel heard and understood by the person most important to you. It's brave of you to search for help, whether this is your first or fourth time. You both deserve to be in a cherishing relationship. It is possible to be happy together again. If you are ready to do the work, I can help.
You love each other, and you want to work through the problems, but so far, nothing you've tried has helped long-term - including couples therapy. You feel like roommates; you argue about the same thing repeatedly, and you struggle to feel heard and understood by the person most important to you. It's brave of you to search for help, whether this is your first or fourth time. You both deserve to be in a cherishing relationship. It is possible to be happy together again. If you are ready to do the work, I can help.
(443) 333-1729 View (443) 333-1729
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Suzanne Ricklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity for clients to explore personal growth work, clarify goals, improve self esteem, reduce stress and better understand themselves and their relationships with others. For 25 years, I've provided counseling for children, adolescents and adults dealing with a range of personal, emotional and mental health issues. In a quiet, relaxed setting, I work with clients to develop effective communication, decision making and problem solving skills to deal with challenges they face. I incorporate extensive training in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical and family therapy as well as relaxing breathing, storytelling and metaphors to help clients achieve more balanced, fulfilling lives.
Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity for clients to explore personal growth work, clarify goals, improve self esteem, reduce stress and better understand themselves and their relationships with others. For 25 years, I've provided counseling for children, adolescents and adults dealing with a range of personal, emotional and mental health issues. In a quiet, relaxed setting, I work with clients to develop effective communication, decision making and problem solving skills to deal with challenges they face. I incorporate extensive training in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical and family therapy as well as relaxing breathing, storytelling and metaphors to help clients achieve more balanced, fulfilling lives.
(410) 701-0947 View (410) 701-0947
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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.
(410) 656-4272 View (410) 656-4272
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Tara Falcone Lcpc
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, MD 21029
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.
(443) 233-6719 View (443) 233-6719
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Rachel Menditch
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about my work and genuinely enjoy helping others through the process of personal healing and growth. I have several years of experience conducting therapy and psychological assessments to patients of diverse backgrounds and presenting issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, loss, self-esteem, identity, adjustments, and life transitions.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist who is passionate about my work and genuinely enjoy helping others through the process of personal healing and growth. I have several years of experience conducting therapy and psychological assessments to patients of diverse backgrounds and presenting issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, loss, self-esteem, identity, adjustments, and life transitions.
(410) 593-1277 View (410) 593-1277
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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.
(410) 205-1650 View (410) 205-1650
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Women's Issues Therapists

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.