Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Denton, MD
Watts Creek Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Denton, MD 21629 (Online Only)
Amy Conneely is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Denton, Maryland. She has been practicing since 2006. She received her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Social Work from Delaware State University. She has experience working with teens, adults, developmentally disabled, and elderly clients who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and relationship problems.
Amy Conneely is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Denton, Maryland. She has been practicing since 2006. She received her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Social Work from Delaware State University. She has experience working with teens, adults, developmentally disabled, and elderly clients who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and relationship problems.
For All Seasons is the only non-profit Behavioral Health and Rape Crisis Center serving the five counties of Maryland’s Mid Shore. For All Seasons behavioral health team includes trauma-certified therapists and psychiatrists who collaborate with other community partners and health professionals in order to provide the highest quality care. Services include individual and group therapy, general, child and adolescent therapy, marriage and couples’ counseling, grief counseling, school-based mental health therapy, urgent care services, rape crisis response, rape crisis counseling and support, 24-Hour English and Spanish Hotlines, and education and outreach programming. Therapists use interpreters to provide services to Spanish speaking individuals and families.
For All Seasons is the only non-profit Behavioral Health and Rape Crisis Center serving the five counties of Maryland’s Mid Shore. For All Seasons behavioral health team includes trauma-certified therapists and psychiatrists who collaborate with other community partners and health professionals in order to provide the highest quality care. Services include individual and group therapy, general, child and adolescent therapy, marriage and couples’ counseling, grief counseling, school-based mental health therapy, urgent care services, rape crisis response, rape crisis counseling and support, 24-Hour English and Spanish Hotlines, and education and outreach programming. Therapists use interpreters to provide services to Spanish speaking individuals and families.
Life is not always easy and no one gets through unscathed. We all have been dealt different life experiences which could be responsible for both physical and mental pain, loss, psychological trauma, and emotional distress in your life. Are you at that point where you feel mentally, emotionally, or physically stuck? Do you care deeply about the people in your life but are feeling uncertain how to strengthen those relationships? You are in the right place. By making the decision to begin therapy, you are not only investing in yourself but your relationships with loved ones as well. It's time to make a change.
Life is not always easy and no one gets through unscathed. We all have been dealt different life experiences which could be responsible for both physical and mental pain, loss, psychological trauma, and emotional distress in your life. Are you at that point where you feel mentally, emotionally, or physically stuck? Do you care deeply about the people in your life but are feeling uncertain how to strengthen those relationships? You are in the right place. By making the decision to begin therapy, you are not only investing in yourself but your relationships with loved ones as well. It's time to make a change.
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Coleen Lynn- Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Preston, MD 21655
Waitlist for new clients
Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, client-focused care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals and families while also offering a unique treatment modality of Animal Assisted Therapy. Please visit creativecounseling.net for more info!
Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, client-focused care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals and families while also offering a unique treatment modality of Animal Assisted Therapy. Please visit creativecounseling.net for more info!
Cynthia Prud'homme
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, E-RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Preston, MD 21655
You just blew up at your daughter again. You’re not even sure what it was about this time, but lately, it doesn’t take much to send you over the edge. You’re simply spread too thin. If only you had some time for yourself, maybe you’d be able to solve some of these issues. But when you try to clear a little space for self-care, your inner voice tells you you’re being selfish. This cycle of shame, guilt, and exhaustion feels impossible to break free from. You wish you had the confidence to take a step back and create healthier boundaries for yourself but you just don’t know how to make a change. It all feels so totally hopeless.
You just blew up at your daughter again. You’re not even sure what it was about this time, but lately, it doesn’t take much to send you over the edge. You’re simply spread too thin. If only you had some time for yourself, maybe you’d be able to solve some of these issues. But when you try to clear a little space for self-care, your inner voice tells you you’re being selfish. This cycle of shame, guilt, and exhaustion feels impossible to break free from. You wish you had the confidence to take a step back and create healthier boundaries for yourself but you just don’t know how to make a change. It all feels so totally hopeless.
Lisa Pardoe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Cordova, MD 21625 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
When you feel as if you have personal control over your future, you are more likely to have success in treatment. My goal is to have a solution-focused approach by looking for realistic goals and helping you identify the steps that you need to take to achieve it. We will focus on figuring out how the problem is started and why it is still occurring, and then evaluate the steps that you are taking to reach your goal, allowing you to analyze your success in treatment.
When you feel as if you have personal control over your future, you are more likely to have success in treatment. My goal is to have a solution-focused approach by looking for realistic goals and helping you identify the steps that you need to take to achieve it. We will focus on figuring out how the problem is started and why it is still occurring, and then evaluate the steps that you are taking to reach your goal, allowing you to analyze your success in treatment.
Online Therapists
Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.
Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.
Welcome! It takes energy and courage to search for a therapist who is a good fit for you. Therapy can help you feel more connected, further develop your purpose, reduce your self-doubt, and develop more effective ways of coping. At times it can be helpful to develop insight and awareness into thought patterns, stuck emotions, or relational patterns from your past, so you can work through them toward acceptance *and* action toward change. Insight alone isn't always enough, so it's important for us to work toward helping you translate that insight into the change & growth you hope for. I strive to create a non-judgmental, safe space.
Welcome! It takes energy and courage to search for a therapist who is a good fit for you. Therapy can help you feel more connected, further develop your purpose, reduce your self-doubt, and develop more effective ways of coping. At times it can be helpful to develop insight and awareness into thought patterns, stuck emotions, or relational patterns from your past, so you can work through them toward acceptance *and* action toward change. Insight alone isn't always enough, so it's important for us to work toward helping you translate that insight into the change & growth you hope for. I strive to create a non-judgmental, safe space.
Gabriela Adonis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I make sure to incorporate different approaches, tailored specifically to each client’s needs (Solution-Focused, ACT, CBT, and Mindfulness-Based Techniques).
As a therapist, I have many years of experience with a wide range of individuals and families, who come from various backgrounds including race, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion/spirituality, and culture. I specialize in the areas of anxiety, stress, self-esteem/identity, life transitions, communication, and relationships. Throughout the therapeutic process, I assist clients in finding their own voice, establishing boundaries, increasing resilience, and creating their own definition of happiness.
I make sure to incorporate different approaches, tailored specifically to each client’s needs (Solution-Focused, ACT, CBT, and Mindfulness-Based Techniques).
As a therapist, I have many years of experience with a wide range of individuals and families, who come from various backgrounds including race, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion/spirituality, and culture. I specialize in the areas of anxiety, stress, self-esteem/identity, life transitions, communication, and relationships. Throughout the therapeutic process, I assist clients in finding their own voice, establishing boundaries, increasing resilience, and creating their own definition of happiness.
I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and CBT.
My ideal client is someone seeking guidance through life's challenges and transitions and yearning to rediscover their innate strength. Together, we'll disrupt unhealthy patterns, deepen your insight, and empower you with the skills needed to reclaim your resiliency. As an ally for diverse perspectives and experiences, I'm dedicated to providing a safe space where your voice is heard, and your journey is valued. My goal is to help you find purpose within your pain, reframe/reclaim your life story, and navigate a path to lasting transformation. I love using humor, art, music, and other non-western methods to help support the journey.
I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and CBT.
My ideal client is someone seeking guidance through life's challenges and transitions and yearning to rediscover their innate strength. Together, we'll disrupt unhealthy patterns, deepen your insight, and empower you with the skills needed to reclaim your resiliency. As an ally for diverse perspectives and experiences, I'm dedicated to providing a safe space where your voice is heard, and your journey is valued. My goal is to help you find purpose within your pain, reframe/reclaim your life story, and navigate a path to lasting transformation. I love using humor, art, music, and other non-western methods to help support the journey.
Peter King
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Derwood, MD 20855
I primarily use therapeutic interventions drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, family systems, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile, you have taken an important step of reaching out for help. Maybe you're feeling stuck or discouraged, having trouble managing difficult thoughts or feelings, or experiencing anxiety or depression. Maybe you're wanting some different strategies to deal with the challenges in your life. I work with adolescents, adults, and families using a therapy approach which includes compassion, curiosity, and problem-solving. Your health and wellbeing are important and I want to partner with you to face and address any barriers keeping you from the life you want to live!
I primarily use therapeutic interventions drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, family systems, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile, you have taken an important step of reaching out for help. Maybe you're feeling stuck or discouraged, having trouble managing difficult thoughts or feelings, or experiencing anxiety or depression. Maybe you're wanting some different strategies to deal with the challenges in your life. I work with adolescents, adults, and families using a therapy approach which includes compassion, curiosity, and problem-solving. Your health and wellbeing are important and I want to partner with you to face and address any barriers keeping you from the life you want to live!
I have comprehensive training in providing family therapy, parent management training (including SPACE Treatment), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure with response prevention (ERP), interpersonal therapy (IPT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based therapy, and social skills training.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based care for children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of behavioral and emotional challenges, including major depression, generalized anxiety, specific phobia, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and serious mental illness (SMI). Additionally, I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with various complex medical conditions and addressing behavioral/emotional difficulties related to medical procedures, adherence, and treatment.
I have comprehensive training in providing family therapy, parent management training (including SPACE Treatment), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure with response prevention (ERP), interpersonal therapy (IPT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based therapy, and social skills training.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based care for children, adolescents, adults, and their families. I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of behavioral and emotional challenges, including major depression, generalized anxiety, specific phobia, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and serious mental illness (SMI). Additionally, I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with various complex medical conditions and addressing behavioral/emotional difficulties related to medical procedures, adherence, and treatment.
Rachel Bacon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cockeysville, MD 21030
I provide an evidenced based approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive-compulsive related disorders in addition to Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (BFRBs) and Tic Disorders.
Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive related disorders, I value the importance of utilizing evidence-based treatments to help you live your valued life. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and seek to cultivate this through trust, respect, and empathy. During our work, you’ll learn to utilize practical strategies to help you cope, identify and work though unhelpful thinking patterns, reengage with areas of your life that have been avoided, and improve your overall confidence.
I provide an evidenced based approach utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive-compulsive related disorders in addition to Body Focused Repetitive Disorders (BFRBs) and Tic Disorders.
Specializing in the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive related disorders, I value the importance of utilizing evidence-based treatments to help you live your valued life. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and seek to cultivate this through trust, respect, and empathy. During our work, you’ll learn to utilize practical strategies to help you cope, identify and work though unhelpful thinking patterns, reengage with areas of your life that have been avoided, and improve your overall confidence.
I offer a safe place for clients to express themselves and heal in an atmosphere of acceptance, empathy, and guidance.
I am licensed as an LCSW-C, serve as Clinical Director at Ellie Mental Health, and also see clients of all ages, races, and sexual orientation. I have been licensed and providing mental health services for thirty years and have a philosophy of support, encouragement, and team work with both staff and clients.
I offer a safe place for clients to express themselves and heal in an atmosphere of acceptance, empathy, and guidance.
I am licensed as an LCSW-C, serve as Clinical Director at Ellie Mental Health, and also see clients of all ages, races, and sexual orientation. I have been licensed and providing mental health services for thirty years and have a philosophy of support, encouragement, and team work with both staff and clients.
Monica Kriss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850 (Online Only)
In our sessions, we will collaboratively explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, aiming to build self-awareness and self-acceptance.
I am passionate about helping individuals embrace their true selves, break free from limiting beliefs, and cultivate a sense of empowerment and resilience. By nurturing a safe and non-judgmental space, I aim to create an environment where clients can explore their inner world, discover their strengths, and develop a deeper understanding of their unique life experiences. I utilize a unique integration of humanistic approaches and mindfulness-based interventions such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT),
In our sessions, we will collaboratively explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, aiming to build self-awareness and self-acceptance.
I am passionate about helping individuals embrace their true selves, break free from limiting beliefs, and cultivate a sense of empowerment and resilience. By nurturing a safe and non-judgmental space, I aim to create an environment where clients can explore their inner world, discover their strengths, and develop a deeper understanding of their unique life experiences. I utilize a unique integration of humanistic approaches and mindfulness-based interventions such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT),
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.
Bruce Kirby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Their internal battles with the incessant need for certainty, the discomfort of doubt, and the fear of potential consequences if they do not act on their compulsions.
In my years of professional practice, I've come to understand the profound intricacies of mental health conditions, one of the most compelling and often misunderstood being Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is more than just a term casually thrown around in daily conversations about tidiness or an affinity for order; it’s a challenging and often debilitating condition that has real, tangible impacts on individuals and their loved ones. OCD is not a manifestation of someone merely being "particular" or "meticulous". It is the relentless recurrence of unwelcome thoughts and the intense urge to perform certain behaviors or
Their internal battles with the incessant need for certainty, the discomfort of doubt, and the fear of potential consequences if they do not act on their compulsions.
In my years of professional practice, I've come to understand the profound intricacies of mental health conditions, one of the most compelling and often misunderstood being Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD is more than just a term casually thrown around in daily conversations about tidiness or an affinity for order; it’s a challenging and often debilitating condition that has real, tangible impacts on individuals and their loved ones. OCD is not a manifestation of someone merely being "particular" or "meticulous". It is the relentless recurrence of unwelcome thoughts and the intense urge to perform certain behaviors or
Kenneth believes in treating each person as unique individual, respecting, and supporting them throughout their pathway to heal, while providing unconditional acceptance.
Kenneth Bussi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maryland with more than 25 years of experience. He earned a Master in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland.
Kenneth believes in treating each person as unique individual, respecting, and supporting them throughout their pathway to heal, while providing unconditional acceptance.
Kenneth Bussi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maryland with more than 25 years of experience. He earned a Master in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maryland.
Georgina S Arhin
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707 (Online Only)
There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.
There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.
Drawing from person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based practices, and solution-focused approaches, I tailor our sessions to suit your individual needs.
Have you or your teen been struggling with anxious thoughts, school pressures, or your identity? Is it sometimes a struggle to get out of bed? These problems can be overwhelming to handle, and I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards healing. I am dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space. I specialize in working with children (9+), teens, and young adults. If you are someone who is ready to explore their journey of self-discovery, I would love to walk alongside you as you grow.
Drawing from person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based practices, and solution-focused approaches, I tailor our sessions to suit your individual needs.
Have you or your teen been struggling with anxious thoughts, school pressures, or your identity? Is it sometimes a struggle to get out of bed? These problems can be overwhelming to handle, and I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards healing. I am dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space. I specialize in working with children (9+), teens, and young adults. If you are someone who is ready to explore their journey of self-discovery, I would love to walk alongside you as you grow.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.