Emotionally Focused Therapists in Columbia, MD
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Tenneh Johnson Kemah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21046
I am trained in many techniques, including Cognitive Therapies, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Brainspotting, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, Imago, and Grief Counseling.
When you are looking for a therapist, that decision often comes during times of crisis. This loss of balance and connection makes it hard to make decisions or trust anyone. But as you take this first step, I will honor your trust with a relationship that is free of judgement and focused on finding your foundation. Whether you are coping with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, life transition, relationship or marital issues, we can work together to make things better. I bring to the table a deep knowledge of a diverse set of treatment methods that allow me to tailor your therapy uniquely to your personality, challenges and life.
I am trained in many techniques, including Cognitive Therapies, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Brainspotting, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, Imago, and Grief Counseling.
When you are looking for a therapist, that decision often comes during times of crisis. This loss of balance and connection makes it hard to make decisions or trust anyone. But as you take this first step, I will honor your trust with a relationship that is free of judgement and focused on finding your foundation. Whether you are coping with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, life transition, relationship or marital issues, we can work together to make things better. I bring to the table a deep knowledge of a diverse set of treatment methods that allow me to tailor your therapy uniquely to your personality, challenges and life.
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Mending Hearts Academy, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044
Waitlist for new clients
I'm AASECT certified sex therapist, certified Imago Relationship Therapist , certified Trauma Focus-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS) of sex addict, and EFT trained.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, sexuality issues, and relationship issues? Have you ever been hurt your loved ones in any way that violates your right as a person, including infidelity, addiction, and all forms of violence? Have you ever hurt your loved ones in the same ways? I love to walk with your journey to redefine who you are as a wholesome person. I can help you become resilient and embrace yourself and your life in holistic ways. You will experience cutting-edge and holistic counseling approaches to find your answers to your finding your way to becoming a wholesome person again. Let's do this together!
I'm AASECT certified sex therapist, certified Imago Relationship Therapist , certified Trauma Focus-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS) of sex addict, and EFT trained.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, sexuality issues, and relationship issues? Have you ever been hurt your loved ones in any way that violates your right as a person, including infidelity, addiction, and all forms of violence? Have you ever hurt your loved ones in the same ways? I love to walk with your journey to redefine who you are as a wholesome person. I can help you become resilient and embrace yourself and your life in holistic ways. You will experience cutting-edge and holistic counseling approaches to find your answers to your finding your way to becoming a wholesome person again. Let's do this together!
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Albertina Munoz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, CFSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, individuals, and families and I also specialize in holistic sex therapy, addressing sexual health and intimacy comprehensively.
Are you seeking to improve your connection with your partner, overcome personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, or grief, or prepare for marriage? My goal is to help individuals and couples cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships and achieve a sense of balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives.
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, individuals, and families and I also specialize in holistic sex therapy, addressing sexual health and intimacy comprehensively.
Are you seeking to improve your connection with your partner, overcome personal challenges such as anxiety, depression, or grief, or prepare for marriage? My goal is to help individuals and couples cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships and achieve a sense of balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives.
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Life comes with various challenges. I believe that we cope with them as best as we can and that genuine and authentic relationship facilitates the healing process. As your psychologist, I will honor your unique contexts (e.g., intersecting identities, family background, interpersonal dynamics), support your strength to improve the quality of life, and help find inner peace and positive transformation. I welcome short-term and long-term therapy that focuses on building psychological and relational resilience. I am an Asian woman psychologist with global perspectives and provide clinical services both in English and Korean.
Life comes with various challenges. I believe that we cope with them as best as we can and that genuine and authentic relationship facilitates the healing process. As your psychologist, I will honor your unique contexts (e.g., intersecting identities, family background, interpersonal dynamics), support your strength to improve the quality of life, and help find inner peace and positive transformation. I welcome short-term and long-term therapy that focuses on building psychological and relational resilience. I am an Asian woman psychologist with global perspectives and provide clinical services both in English and Korean.
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Lenore Turner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21046
This approach is emotionally focused and experiential, with strong research support for effectiveness with a broad range of difficulties.
Are you depressed, anxious, impulsive? Do you feel stuck and long to be free of self-defeat? From the very first session we will work In a direct, caring, and collaborative way to identify sources of difficulties in your life. We will develop a clear course of action and goals to help free up your innate potential to live a fuller, healthier life. Our work will pay close attention to your experience and help you work through difficult feelings. You can be relieved of painful symptoms, gain deep understanding of yourself, and be freed to access your own inner resources.
This approach is emotionally focused and experiential, with strong research support for effectiveness with a broad range of difficulties.
Are you depressed, anxious, impulsive? Do you feel stuck and long to be free of self-defeat? From the very first session we will work In a direct, caring, and collaborative way to identify sources of difficulties in your life. We will develop a clear course of action and goals to help free up your innate potential to live a fuller, healthier life. Our work will pay close attention to your experience and help you work through difficult feelings. You can be relieved of painful symptoms, gain deep understanding of yourself, and be freed to access your own inner resources.
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Marissa Josiah
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, NCC, LCPC, LPC, CCT, CCISM
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Marissa Josiah is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience serving couples and families. She has studied researched-backed models in the couples therapy field (EFT, Relational Therapy, Gottman, Imago, etc) and has advanced experience treating trauma. Marissa specializes in helping couples who are fighting all the time, have experienced infidelity, past or on-going trauma, and couples who have lost that “spark” for each other. Office locations in Columbia, MD and also offering virtual visits for MD, DC & VA. Please call for a free 10 minute consultation.
Marissa Josiah is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience serving couples and families. She has studied researched-backed models in the couples therapy field (EFT, Relational Therapy, Gottman, Imago, etc) and has advanced experience treating trauma. Marissa specializes in helping couples who are fighting all the time, have experienced infidelity, past or on-going trauma, and couples who have lost that “spark” for each other. Office locations in Columbia, MD and also offering virtual visits for MD, DC & VA. Please call for a free 10 minute consultation.
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Adult Columbia Personal Therapy/Career Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Some of the tools I use in my practice include: guided imagery, hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), relaxation techniques, cognitive retraining, teaching life skills: communication, assertiveness, time and stress management, personality and career inventories, etc.
Take charge of your life...manage communications, thinking, emotions, behaviors and goals! When you and I meet in session, it will be a unique experience designed to meet what works for your needs and goals. I view each person in a holistic framework that encompasses cognitive, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects. The goal of our work together is to achieve a sense of balance in your life where all aspects of you are working together in harmony to achieve wellness. My training and experience encompass an eclectic approach that combines the newest research and time tested theories, strategies, and techniques.
Some of the tools I use in my practice include: guided imagery, hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), relaxation techniques, cognitive retraining, teaching life skills: communication, assertiveness, time and stress management, personality and career inventories, etc.
Take charge of your life...manage communications, thinking, emotions, behaviors and goals! When you and I meet in session, it will be a unique experience designed to meet what works for your needs and goals. I view each person in a holistic framework that encompasses cognitive, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects. The goal of our work together is to achieve a sense of balance in your life where all aspects of you are working together in harmony to achieve wellness. My training and experience encompass an eclectic approach that combines the newest research and time tested theories, strategies, and techniques.
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Elizabeth H Pilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Although I no longer offer couples therapy, I educate individuals about vital communication skills based on training in Gottman and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
When certain aspects of your life feel unmanageable, entering therapy can be a rewarding journey of self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Do challenges arise repeatedly in personal and professional relationships, especially during times of transition? Therapy is one of the most effective ways to improve relationships with others by exploring and strengthening a trusting relationship with Self. Often, my clients experience a significant reduction in anxiety, an improvement in communication, and effective problem resolution.
Although I no longer offer couples therapy, I educate individuals about vital communication skills based on training in Gottman and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
When certain aspects of your life feel unmanageable, entering therapy can be a rewarding journey of self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Do challenges arise repeatedly in personal and professional relationships, especially during times of transition? Therapy is one of the most effective ways to improve relationships with others by exploring and strengthening a trusting relationship with Self. Often, my clients experience a significant reduction in anxiety, an improvement in communication, and effective problem resolution.
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I'm Weena Wise, owner and lead therapist at Covenant Therapy Group. We are a team of highly trained and experienced licensed Couple and Family Therapists who specialize in detecting the root cause of the personal, relational, and professional breakdowns in your life. Our use of evidence-based treatment models, such as CBT, EFT, and DBT helps us give you tools to eliminate problematic thoughts and behaviors, and improve your relationships for good. Poor communication, depression, anxiety, dating issues, job dissatisfaction, growing apart, sex/intimacy, infidelity, separation/divorce and premarital therapy are our specialties.
I'm Weena Wise, owner and lead therapist at Covenant Therapy Group. We are a team of highly trained and experienced licensed Couple and Family Therapists who specialize in detecting the root cause of the personal, relational, and professional breakdowns in your life. Our use of evidence-based treatment models, such as CBT, EFT, and DBT helps us give you tools to eliminate problematic thoughts and behaviors, and improve your relationships for good. Poor communication, depression, anxiety, dating issues, job dissatisfaction, growing apart, sex/intimacy, infidelity, separation/divorce and premarital therapy are our specialties.
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Symone Colquitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046 (Online Only)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) assists individuals, couples & families as they move toward improvement.
Over twenty years extensive experience with specialized evidence-based treatment strategies, I help clients in search of solutions to relationship difficulty, traumatic life events and challenging transitions. Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, and want to work toward positive changes? My expertise in systemic relational therapy for individuals, couples, and families helps to identify negative patterns, incorporate helpful skills and gain relief from relationship distress. Safe support is given to those living with unprocessed complex trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness demands, grief/historic loss, relational distress.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) assists individuals, couples & families as they move toward improvement.
Over twenty years extensive experience with specialized evidence-based treatment strategies, I help clients in search of solutions to relationship difficulty, traumatic life events and challenging transitions. Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, and want to work toward positive changes? My expertise in systemic relational therapy for individuals, couples, and families helps to identify negative patterns, incorporate helpful skills and gain relief from relationship distress. Safe support is given to those living with unprocessed complex trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness demands, grief/historic loss, relational distress.
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I also incorporate aspects of animal-assisted therapy, mindfulness, dialectical and cognitive-behavioral therapies, acceptance and commitment therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and play therapy with patients based on their needs.
I work with clients to develop deeper insights into thought and behavior patterns and to help them find strategies to improve their relationships. My passion lies in helping individuals manage their mental health and helping couples manage mental health struggles, gender transitions, and polyamory. In Towson, I work with my four-legged partner, a samoyed therapy dog named Eir, who provides comfort and support and takes an active role in play therapy with our younger clients. In Bel Air, I work with horses of Bay Meadow Farm to provide equine-assisted psychotherapy.
I also incorporate aspects of animal-assisted therapy, mindfulness, dialectical and cognitive-behavioral therapies, acceptance and commitment therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and play therapy with patients based on their needs.
I work with clients to develop deeper insights into thought and behavior patterns and to help them find strategies to improve their relationships. My passion lies in helping individuals manage their mental health and helping couples manage mental health struggles, gender transitions, and polyamory. In Towson, I work with my four-legged partner, a samoyed therapy dog named Eir, who provides comfort and support and takes an active role in play therapy with our younger clients. In Bel Air, I work with horses of Bay Meadow Farm to provide equine-assisted psychotherapy.
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Timothy F Dunnigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044
I incorporate EMDR, EFT, and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) modalities to assist clients in dealing with their present symptoms as well as any unresolved issues or trauma from the past.
I'm a licensed therapist that brings over 20 years of clinical experience treating clients with complex trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, sex addiction, and other co-occurring mental health disorders. I've had the honor and privilege of working for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) from July 2002-November 2005, treating individuals impacted by the events of 9/11. While in NYC, I was trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) by the founder of EMDR, Dr. Francine Shapiro. Additionally, I was trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples by EFT founder Dr. Sue Johnson.
I incorporate EMDR, EFT, and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) modalities to assist clients in dealing with their present symptoms as well as any unresolved issues or trauma from the past.
I'm a licensed therapist that brings over 20 years of clinical experience treating clients with complex trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, sex addiction, and other co-occurring mental health disorders. I've had the honor and privilege of working for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) from July 2002-November 2005, treating individuals impacted by the events of 9/11. While in NYC, I was trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) by the founder of EMDR, Dr. Francine Shapiro. Additionally, I was trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples by EFT founder Dr. Sue Johnson.
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Elizabeth Venenga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
My focus in the counseling relationship is on promoting growth and healing by exploring the role of individual identity, coping strategies, support systems, and trauma in your life. I hope to help you find meaning, achieve personal goals, engage in healthy relationships, and confront past hurtful or painful experiences. I use a client-centered approach to therapy while also incorporating aspects of CBT, DBT, and existential psychotherapy.
My focus in the counseling relationship is on promoting growth and healing by exploring the role of individual identity, coping strategies, support systems, and trauma in your life. I hope to help you find meaning, achieve personal goals, engage in healthy relationships, and confront past hurtful or painful experiences. I use a client-centered approach to therapy while also incorporating aspects of CBT, DBT, and existential psychotherapy.
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Ready to make positive changes in your life? Sick of feeling lost, alone, or overwhelmed?
Ready to make positive changes in your life? Sick of feeling lost, alone, or overwhelmed?
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Kathleen Van Meter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
I am currently licensed at the clinical level (LCSW-C) to practice social work in Maryland. I utilize a direct, yet warm and affirming approach in therapy. Each client is unique and I work hard to assist clients in achieving his or her treatment goals through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution- Focused Therapy. Much of my work focuses on Mindfulness and supportive therapies.
I am currently licensed at the clinical level (LCSW-C) to practice social work in Maryland. I utilize a direct, yet warm and affirming approach in therapy. Each client is unique and I work hard to assist clients in achieving his or her treatment goals through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution- Focused Therapy. Much of my work focuses on Mindfulness and supportive therapies.
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Katherine Hales
Counselor, MEd, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
Life's challenges can leave us overwhelmed and uncertain. Whether you're facing relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or trauma, therapy can be a great resource to help you overcome these obstacles and facilitate your healing process. If you are looking for a confidential environment to explore your thoughts and emotions, gain valuable insight, or just unload some of the stress you’re carrying, therapy could be the perfect solution for you.
Life's challenges can leave us overwhelmed and uncertain. Whether you're facing relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or trauma, therapy can be a great resource to help you overcome these obstacles and facilitate your healing process. If you are looking for a confidential environment to explore your thoughts and emotions, gain valuable insight, or just unload some of the stress you’re carrying, therapy could be the perfect solution for you.
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I believe in empowering my clients to discover their inner strengths. Therapy is a journey in self exploration, self awareness and change. I use a multicultural perspective to inform my clinical practice. I offer tele-health services to my clients accessibility to care .Self pay clients can expect an appointment within 24 hours. My sessions use mindfulness, practicing self regulation, cognitive restructuring, imago skills, play therapy and many other techniques that are relevant to a client's treatment plan. I am available to my clients between sessions via text and secure video chatting. I offer financial therapy.
I believe in empowering my clients to discover their inner strengths. Therapy is a journey in self exploration, self awareness and change. I use a multicultural perspective to inform my clinical practice. I offer tele-health services to my clients accessibility to care .Self pay clients can expect an appointment within 24 hours. My sessions use mindfulness, practicing self regulation, cognitive restructuring, imago skills, play therapy and many other techniques that are relevant to a client's treatment plan. I am available to my clients between sessions via text and secure video chatting. I offer financial therapy.
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Halcyon Clinical Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
Halcyon Clinical a multi-disciplinary practice, is currently accepting new clients via the teletherapy platform and at our location in Howard County. Sessions are structured using evidence-based interventions, and our proprietary Care Measured tool examines a client's progress during treatment. Currently, offering clinical supervision for LMSW/LGPC.
Halcyon Clinical a multi-disciplinary practice, is currently accepting new clients via the teletherapy platform and at our location in Howard County. Sessions are structured using evidence-based interventions, and our proprietary Care Measured tool examines a client's progress during treatment. Currently, offering clinical supervision for LMSW/LGPC.
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I know it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, and I commend you for taking the first step in getting the support you deserve. I believe all of my clients' stories are unique and will work to individually tailor sessions to meet your distinct needs in an empathic and supportive manner. I have an eclectic approach to counseling, incorporating a variety of methods with the goal of helping you work through your pain and uncover techniques to help you live your life in line with what is truly important to you.
I know it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, and I commend you for taking the first step in getting the support you deserve. I believe all of my clients' stories are unique and will work to individually tailor sessions to meet your distinct needs in an empathic and supportive manner. I have an eclectic approach to counseling, incorporating a variety of methods with the goal of helping you work through your pain and uncover techniques to help you live your life in line with what is truly important to you.
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Dr. Donnette Deigh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Ideally any clients that need to delve into their emotions, identify obstacles, and devise effective approaches for self-improvement and recovery, Naturholistic Counseling & Consulting can help. Whether if they are in need of personal counseling, couples therapy, or professional consultation, we are committed to guiding you towards a healthier lifestyle. You can visit naturholisticcounseling.com for more details.
Ideally any clients that need to delve into their emotions, identify obstacles, and devise effective approaches for self-improvement and recovery, Naturholistic Counseling & Consulting can help. Whether if they are in need of personal counseling, couples therapy, or professional consultation, we are committed to guiding you towards a healthier lifestyle. You can visit naturholisticcounseling.com for more details.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.