Therapists in Easton, MD

Ready to stop feeling frustrated with your life, your thoughts, and the people closest to you? Disappointed with therapists that haven't helped in the past? I hear you! Therapy with me is a different experience. I am a solution focused therapist with a specialty in empowering people who have experienced trauma in their lives. By trauma I mean: difficult parents, challenging relationships, and all the forms of losses that never seem to stop comming. Whatever it is... I've got you! I am a trauma certified therapist and I help my clients live the life they want to live, not the life the didn't get a choice to live.

As you maneuver through growing pains, as a child/adult you may have felt, "nobody knows what I have been through, walked in my shoes," Situations are often so tied into one another that its like a knot in a shoelace, you get on one knee, using one hand trying to get it a loose, the more you mess with it, the more tangled it becomes as you juggle other stuff. At some point we realize, I have to sit down for this, take time. Both hands are needed to pinch that knot just right. Yet, some of us don't have two hands, or time to sit down. We are worn out, our environment and/or life's demands don't allow us to unravel our stuff safely.

I'm experienced working with individuals, couples and families. I help people make the changes they want, either within themselves or in their relationships. I believe everyone has an innate ability to live to their fullest potential, but sometimes need a little help in unlocking their own internal resources. In addition to regular talk therapy, I am certified in EMDR, which is an experiential modality that allows the client to weaken neural networks that are not useful, and strengthen or install more adaptive neural networks. I am licensed to practice in 4 states. Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, and West Virginia.

Everyone, during various times in his/her life, goes through difficult times. You may be confused about which direction to go, how to handle change, how to parent difficult children, how to manage the care of elderly parents in addition to your own life responsibilities, and/or how to improve important relationships.

I view therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client. I strive to make clients feel at ease and work best with clients seeking aid in managing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, perinatal/postpartum concerns, peer relationship problems, ADHD, and parenting concerns. In counseling, being open and honest is one of the most important aspects of the process. As it can be very difficult to be vulnerable, I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere and will always be honest in return to my clients.

Relationships are important to all of us. There are links between the quality of your relationships and your quality of life. That is why major life changes like starting or ending a relationship, grief and relationships conflicts can be so distressing. As our relationships suffer, so does our mood. And as our mood suffers, so do our relationships. Can this cycle be broken? Can it be reversed?

Asking for help can be hard, and sometimes it feels overwhelming to think about making a change. Whether you’ve tried before or this is the first time you’ve considered it, therapy can bring up a lot of feelings—and that’s okay. I work with my clients from a caring and non-judgmental perspective, helping you identify your goals and developing a treatment plan so you can reach them. I believe in transparency and collaboration in all aspects of treatment, and work with you to foster insight and develop new skills to empower you and help you live your best life.

Life can be overwhelming and I believe with support and guidance, it is possible to navigate through life’s challenges. A safe space to share and process your thoughts is vital to healing. I have over 17+ years of providing person-centered, strength-based care to individuals in need of mental health treatment. My area of expertise include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, family relations, trauma, and crisis management. I provide individual counseling to school-age children, adolescents, and adults.

In my practice, clients find a warm, non-judgmental space where they can learn to get to know and accept themselves. I provide SOLELY teletherapy, which means that I am able to work with clients across the state. I work with youth and adults who are struggling to cope with issues including depression, family conflict, anxiety, negative body image, self-esteem, family conflict, and navigating oppressive social systems.

My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and holistically based. We all face challenges throughout the course of our lives. My goal is to assist those I serve in finding the insight within and personal empowerment needed to make desired changes.

I am an advocate for children and their families. I feel it is important for children to be heard and validated. I know the importance of meeting the client "where they are" emotionally, spiritually and psychologically. My approach is client centered and I apply play therapy, expressive art therapy, CBT and sand therapy based on the needs of the client. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, couples and veterans. I assist clients with identifying the root causes of their current problems and how to resolve them. Honoring my client's life story is important. The client is the author of their life.

Family therapy is my practice style. I believe it is an honor to provide counseling where trust is developed to find solutions. My counseling is individual, child, adolescent, family, and marital counseling. I accept clients who I believe have the capacity to resolve their own problems with my assistance. I believe that as people become more accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding happiness and contentment in their lives. Self-awareness and self-acceptance are goals that sometimes take a long time to achieve.

Do you find yourself struggling with anxious thoughts? Are the trials of everyday life trapping you in a cycle of depression? Maybe you are having a hard time processing a traumatic event that has happened to you? You are not alone, and you do not have to continue struggling. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere that allows you to express yourself openly and freely. As a client of mine, I will help you work through whatever it is you are currently experiencing and help you work towards a happier tomorrow. Due to availability, assigned professional may differ from professional pictures.

If you could start living a fuller, more meaningful life today, would you? If you feel stuck, hopeless, overwhelmed, sad, are facing changes in your life, etc. this is the place to begin. I hope you are searching for someone to help you with that journey. My goal is to walk with you through the healing process to live a life of wellness and hope. Many times life events get in the way of living, but today is a day of new beginnings.

My earliest memories are as a caregiver, capable beyond my years. As I grew others came to me for love and support and, over time, I came to realize my calling was to help others with crises or long-standing personal or family problems. Making that my life’s work was a natural and easy step for me. I still love helping others as much as I ever have. You’re here because you’re looking for change and for help. Your desire for change and your willingness to ask for help are the most important steps. You’ve already taken them.

Thank you for taking a moment to view my Psychology Today profile. You can learn more about my practice by visiting www.kesprivatepractice.com. My name is Katherine E. Smith, and I am a licensed psychologist who works with individuals 14 years of age and over. My training has provided me the opportunity to work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues including sexuality and gender diversity, as well as working with women who experience reproductive trauma including infertility, pregnancy loss, and perinatal mental health disorders.

"There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn't"-- John Green. Whether you don't know how to process trauma you have experienced, are so overwhelmed it is impacting your daily life or maybe you are struggling with an internal battle daily. You matter, you have a voice and I am here to listen. Sometimes our journey can get rough and it seems like a lot to bear. Then, at our lowest point, God sends us people to help us along the way.

As a master-level professional Social Worker (LCSW-C),I am committed to helping individuals, couples, children and families reconnect and reestablish their most important emotional relationships. With offices in Stevensville, Maryland; I specialize in Christ-centered professional counseling to help you work through challenges in life. If you do not prefer Christian counseling, I can provide professional counseling to help you reach your goals. As always, I offer my clients respect, care, compassion, competence and confidentiality.

We have been providing outpatient mental healthcare, including therapy and counseling, to children, adults, and families since 2006. Our team includes licensed psychologists, professional counselors, and clinical social workers. Our mission is to provide excellent mental healthcare to our community, while keeping our services affordable by accepting most insurance. It is our belief that every client and every family deserves to be treated equitably, with genuine care and respect. Visit our website to learn more or to schedule an appointment. We will do our best to help.