Narrative Therapists in Cockeysville Hunt Valley, MD
Amanda Castellano
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cockeysville Hunt Valley, MD 21065 (Online Only)
Sometimes life introduces unexpected challenges and difficult transitions that interfere with your ability to be your best self. Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck can make it hard to reach your goals or achieve the happiness you are looking for in life. Together, we will work to identify roadblocks, develop new ways of coping, and focus on growth and healing.
Sometimes life introduces unexpected challenges and difficult transitions that interfere with your ability to be your best self. Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck can make it hard to reach your goals or achieve the happiness you are looking for in life. Together, we will work to identify roadblocks, develop new ways of coping, and focus on growth and healing.
Kristen M. Smith Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Cockeysville Hunt Valley, MD 21065
Hi, I'm Kristen! My clinical focus spans from adolescence through adulthood, specializing in supporting neurodivergent (ADHD/Autistic) individuals and their families. I work with individuals who experience difficulties related to Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Identity, Self-Image, and Transitioning to Adulthood. Utilizing a strengths-based, person-centered approach, I incorporate talk therapy, CBT and mindfulness techniques to empower clients in their healing journey. My goal is to create a warm and non-judgmental space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Hi, I'm Kristen! My clinical focus spans from adolescence through adulthood, specializing in supporting neurodivergent (ADHD/Autistic) individuals and their families. I work with individuals who experience difficulties related to Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Identity, Self-Image, and Transitioning to Adulthood. Utilizing a strengths-based, person-centered approach, I incorporate talk therapy, CBT and mindfulness techniques to empower clients in their healing journey. My goal is to create a warm and non-judgmental space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Elaina S. Hirsch
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cockeysville Hunt Valley, MD 21065
Not accepting new clients
Therapy with me centers on you as a whole person and your experiences with the world. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with stress right now, or you want to make a change in your life. Or maybe your life has already changed and you are working on adjusting to it. I meet you where you are now, and together we explore what you need, to help you center yourself and heal, find what is central to your well-being, access your inner reserves, and enhance your strengths to connect meaningfully with your life and relationships.
Therapy with me centers on you as a whole person and your experiences with the world. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with stress right now, or you want to make a change in your life. Or maybe your life has already changed and you are working on adjusting to it. I meet you where you are now, and together we explore what you need, to help you center yourself and heal, find what is central to your well-being, access your inner reserves, and enhance your strengths to connect meaningfully with your life and relationships.
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Mina Kirkova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Cockeysville, MD 21030
Treatment Modalities: Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Attachment- Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Meditation, Breathing and Relaxation Techniques, Guided Wellness Imagery and Visualizations, Art and Play Therapy.
Counseling and Therapy for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. Currently, I am offering both in-person and virtual individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, parents, college students, and adults (18+). My specialties are: ADD/ADHD, Social and Performance Anxiety, Stress, Phobias, OCD, Sadness, Depression, Grief, Loss, Emotional Dysregulation, School or Work Underachievement, Self-Esteem, Confidence, Social Skills, Assertiveness, Anger, Lying, Manipulation, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Chronic Pain and Illness. Play therapy equipped office suitable for young children & art therapeutic activities for teenagers.
Treatment Modalities: Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Attachment- Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Meditation, Breathing and Relaxation Techniques, Guided Wellness Imagery and Visualizations, Art and Play Therapy.
Counseling and Therapy for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. Currently, I am offering both in-person and virtual individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, parents, college students, and adults (18+). My specialties are: ADD/ADHD, Social and Performance Anxiety, Stress, Phobias, OCD, Sadness, Depression, Grief, Loss, Emotional Dysregulation, School or Work Underachievement, Self-Esteem, Confidence, Social Skills, Assertiveness, Anger, Lying, Manipulation, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Chronic Pain and Illness. Play therapy equipped office suitable for young children & art therapeutic activities for teenagers.
I work from a CBT, REBT, and narrative perspective.
Transitioning through new stages of life like; college, entering the workforce, and adulthood are filled with stress, doubt, and lots of questions. Sometimes we get overwhelmed by the weight of it all and need a little support along the way. Therapy is a safe space to explore what is getting in the way of you being the healthiest and strongest version of yourself. I believe that all people have the capacity for effective change and honest self-love.
I work from a CBT, REBT, and narrative perspective.
Transitioning through new stages of life like; college, entering the workforce, and adulthood are filled with stress, doubt, and lots of questions. Sometimes we get overwhelmed by the weight of it all and need a little support along the way. Therapy is a safe space to explore what is getting in the way of you being the healthiest and strongest version of yourself. I believe that all people have the capacity for effective change and honest self-love.
CBT helps explore the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while Narrative Therapy offers the opportunity to reshape personal stories and reclaim agency.
Specializing in working with adults, children, and teens, my focus is on helping individuals manage symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. During the initial sessions, a collaborative approach is used to develop personalized treatment plans that align with each client's unique needs. A warm and compassionate environment is provided to ensure openness and vulnerability, allowing clients to feel supported. Many clients experience a reduction in symptoms within the first few months of working together. Using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Narrative Therapy, the goal is to empower clients to make lasting changes.
CBT helps explore the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, while Narrative Therapy offers the opportunity to reshape personal stories and reclaim agency.
Specializing in working with adults, children, and teens, my focus is on helping individuals manage symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and depression. During the initial sessions, a collaborative approach is used to develop personalized treatment plans that align with each client's unique needs. A warm and compassionate environment is provided to ensure openness and vulnerability, allowing clients to feel supported. Many clients experience a reduction in symptoms within the first few months of working together. Using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Narrative Therapy, the goal is to empower clients to make lasting changes.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Towson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Angela Marie Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21030 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with anxiety, self-injury, co-dependency, phobias, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, impulse-control, focus problems, bereavement? Maybe something isn’t quite right with your relationships, you wish you felt better about yourself, had more support, or getting through the day is difficult. Are your symptoms overwhelming and affecting your ability to function? I would like to help. I am a licensed therapist/social worker. I see individual clients and their families in the context of their environments. I evaluate, diagnose and treat emotional and behavioral symptoms.
Do you struggle with anxiety, self-injury, co-dependency, phobias, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, impulse-control, focus problems, bereavement? Maybe something isn’t quite right with your relationships, you wish you felt better about yourself, had more support, or getting through the day is difficult. Are your symptoms overwhelming and affecting your ability to function? I would like to help. I am a licensed therapist/social worker. I see individual clients and their families in the context of their environments. I evaluate, diagnose and treat emotional and behavioral symptoms.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
Everyone, including you (and your partner), deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and understood. With a collaborative approach, I seek to create that safe environment where individuals and couples can explore and transform their stories, finding healing and integration. Working from an attachment theory lens, I provide strategic, practical, and holistic support while facilitating a deeper journey inward that gets to the core issues. I integrate emotionally focused therapy (EFT), CBT, and attachment theory with client-centered therapy. Together, we will work towards growth, self-awareness, insight, and change.
Everyone, including you (and your partner), deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and understood. With a collaborative approach, I seek to create that safe environment where individuals and couples can explore and transform their stories, finding healing and integration. Working from an attachment theory lens, I provide strategic, practical, and holistic support while facilitating a deeper journey inward that gets to the core issues. I integrate emotionally focused therapy (EFT), CBT, and attachment theory with client-centered therapy. Together, we will work towards growth, self-awareness, insight, and change.
My ideal client would put as much effort as they are ready to in that moment, day, or week to continue prioritizing their mental health needs. Over time, I hope to support each person in identifying what is helpful vs. harmful to their overall well-being. I look forward to supporting individuals navigating life transitions, women's issues, those in need of validation and perspective-taking, struggling with anxiety, searching for answers and healing from traumatic experiences, feeling "stuck," and individuals hoping for support with executive functioning challenges, sensory challenges, or complex social interactions.
My ideal client would put as much effort as they are ready to in that moment, day, or week to continue prioritizing their mental health needs. Over time, I hope to support each person in identifying what is helpful vs. harmful to their overall well-being. I look forward to supporting individuals navigating life transitions, women's issues, those in need of validation and perspective-taking, struggling with anxiety, searching for answers and healing from traumatic experiences, feeling "stuck," and individuals hoping for support with executive functioning challenges, sensory challenges, or complex social interactions.
UMEED Center for Healing Relationships, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Timonium, MD 21093 (Online Only)
The word "umeed" drives from the Urdu language meaning "hope." At Umeed Center for Healing Relationships, hope is at the core of our healing (process). Under the clinical direction of Dr. Misbha E. Qureshi, you will receive exceptional care as it pertains to your emotional and psychological needs. Dr. Qureshi received her Master's and PhD in Couple and Family Therapy. She has over 16 years of clinical experience in the behavioral health system, providing psychiatric treatment to diverse communities. Her areas of expertise include cultural diversity, social justice, trauma/abuse, parent-child attachments, and relational healing.
The word "umeed" drives from the Urdu language meaning "hope." At Umeed Center for Healing Relationships, hope is at the core of our healing (process). Under the clinical direction of Dr. Misbha E. Qureshi, you will receive exceptional care as it pertains to your emotional and psychological needs. Dr. Qureshi received her Master's and PhD in Couple and Family Therapy. She has over 16 years of clinical experience in the behavioral health system, providing psychiatric treatment to diverse communities. Her areas of expertise include cultural diversity, social justice, trauma/abuse, parent-child attachments, and relational healing.
Dean Robert Kirschner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Cockeysville, MD 21030
In 1987, I started the Life Mastery Center to help people in their journey to find happiness and fulfillment in life. Life is undoubtedly stressful and can bring about feelings of depression and anxiety. These feelings can affect relationships at home, at work, at school. I believe that through the positive therapeutic process, one can get unstuck from negative habits, negative barriers, negative mindsets. The positive therapeutic process helps to identify the problems and build positive life skills that will lead to a happier, healthier, fulfilling life.
In 1987, I started the Life Mastery Center to help people in their journey to find happiness and fulfillment in life. Life is undoubtedly stressful and can bring about feelings of depression and anxiety. These feelings can affect relationships at home, at work, at school. I believe that through the positive therapeutic process, one can get unstuck from negative habits, negative barriers, negative mindsets. The positive therapeutic process helps to identify the problems and build positive life skills that will lead to a happier, healthier, fulfilling life.
This has been a very trying time for everyone. Taking the journey to improve selfcare can be a complex task but necessary for all of us. Reaching out takes courage. I provide a 15 minute phone consult of you would like to explore the counseling process. I look forward to assisting you in your journey toward balance and wellness.
This has been a very trying time for everyone. Taking the journey to improve selfcare can be a complex task but necessary for all of us. Reaching out takes courage. I provide a 15 minute phone consult of you would like to explore the counseling process. I look forward to assisting you in your journey toward balance and wellness.
Karly Trotter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT 200, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21030
Therapy with Karly offers you the opportunity to pause and honestly self-reflect. Her warm, insight-oriented approach will highlight the healing tools you have within, help you to better understand your emotions, and encourage you to thoughtfully process your experiences so you can discover a path forward that is best for you. Karly’s unique therapeutic style pulls from relational, existential, and somatic therapies, as well as eastern philosophy. She has experience working with all ages as a private mentor, teacher, social worker, and psychotherapist. Currently she sees clients 1-on-1 and she facilitates ongoing women's groups.
Therapy with Karly offers you the opportunity to pause and honestly self-reflect. Her warm, insight-oriented approach will highlight the healing tools you have within, help you to better understand your emotions, and encourage you to thoughtfully process your experiences so you can discover a path forward that is best for you. Karly’s unique therapeutic style pulls from relational, existential, and somatic therapies, as well as eastern philosophy. She has experience working with all ages as a private mentor, teacher, social worker, and psychotherapist. Currently she sees clients 1-on-1 and she facilitates ongoing women's groups.
Deitra Fant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Cockeysville, MD 21030
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
Lavina Velasco
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults across the lifespan needing support for anxiety, grief, relationships, and major life changes. Whether we meet virtually, face-to-face, or outdoors in nature, my clients leave sessions feeling reconnected to their self-worth and ability to change unwanted patterns. I have a special interest in helping clients heal from loss; establish healthy boundaries; practice courageous communication; and enjoy meaningful connection with others.
I work with adults across the lifespan needing support for anxiety, grief, relationships, and major life changes. Whether we meet virtually, face-to-face, or outdoors in nature, my clients leave sessions feeling reconnected to their self-worth and ability to change unwanted patterns. I have a special interest in helping clients heal from loss; establish healthy boundaries; practice courageous communication; and enjoy meaningful connection with others.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
Welcome! I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults coping with anxiety, depression and/or other behavioral difficulties related to life transitions including but not limited to divorce, out of home placement, grief and loss. I work closely with families and focus on the importance of relationships, building self worth and creating/maintaining peace at home. Caregiver involvement is essential in my work with children. I provide parents and/or caregivers with skills to utilize at home as well as provide insight and a better understanding of what your child may be experiencing.
Welcome! I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults coping with anxiety, depression and/or other behavioral difficulties related to life transitions including but not limited to divorce, out of home placement, grief and loss. I work closely with families and focus on the importance of relationships, building self worth and creating/maintaining peace at home. Caregiver involvement is essential in my work with children. I provide parents and/or caregivers with skills to utilize at home as well as provide insight and a better understanding of what your child may be experiencing.
Kelsey E Averbukh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21030 (Online Only)
Your relationship with your therapist is the most important aspect of treatment. I want to take this time to introduce myself and give you a bit of background information so you can feel confident in your choice of selecting White Oak Family Therapy for your counseling needs. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, & their families. My goal is to help you & your family reach your goals - whether that is developing coping skills, increasing communication, addressing mental health concerns, & beyond. I have experience working with suicidal ideation, anxiety, depression, life transitions, behavioral & parenting challenges.
Your relationship with your therapist is the most important aspect of treatment. I want to take this time to introduce myself and give you a bit of background information so you can feel confident in your choice of selecting White Oak Family Therapy for your counseling needs. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, & their families. My goal is to help you & your family reach your goals - whether that is developing coping skills, increasing communication, addressing mental health concerns, & beyond. I have experience working with suicidal ideation, anxiety, depression, life transitions, behavioral & parenting challenges.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.