ADHD Therapists in Elkridge, MD

I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) with over 20 years professional experience, over 15 of which have been in private practice. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. In the past I worked at Villa Maria after School Program where I provided individual, group, and family therapy. I have attended school meetings, knowledgeable with IEP process and school behavioral management.

As children grow and mature, they face a wide variety of developmental challenges. Parents can begin to wonder, "Is this behavior normal?" or "Do we need help?" Oftentimes, the answer is yes to both questions. With over twenty years of experience in providing counseling services to children and teens; I have been able to help them and their parents navigate a wide array of issues. Because parents are the most important people in any child's life, I strongly emphasize family involvement in the counseling process while protecting the client's confidentiality.

Life is full of twists and turns that can be difficult to navigate. My clients come seeking help for depression, anxiety, trauma disorders, and mood disorders, just to name a few. I offer a safe space of understanding and compassion for healing and therapy tailored to each individual's needs. With therapy, I believe we all have the power within ourselves to embark on the healing journey.

Taking the first step to improving your mental health is commendable. As your therapist, I am here to support you through life changes, everyday stressors, and past experiences. I believe each person is the author of their own life story. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space that allows you to share your life story and foster meaningful change. Together, we can open a new chapter of healing.

I have been practicing in the field for 4 years and am continuing to grow and evolve. My ideal client is someone motivated for change and understanding of self. I primarily work with clients (16 years old+) who are high schoolers, college-aged, and young adults trying to navigate the world. I am currently a doctoral student in Counseling, Education and Supervision and am always learning new treatment interventions through an anti-oppressive lens. I greatly enjoy helping people understand and manage their symptoms related to anxiety, uncertainty, imposter syndrome, motivation and identity.

Sometimes our lives can feel really hard. You wish things were different for you, sensing a huge gap between where your life is and where you want it to be. You are dealing with challenging situations, feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next or how to manage. You feel lonely, sad, or anxious, and just don’t want to feel this way anymore. All of this leaves you feeling hopeless and in need of relief. It all just feels like too much sometimes and you desperately want to feel better.

Life is challenging and ever-changing. You may find you need someone to help you navigate through these life transitions. Parenting can be a challenge, especially if you have a child diagnosed with autism, developmental delays or intellectual delays. As adults, you are trying to manage it all. It can be harder when you are struggling with depression and/or anxiety, bipolar disorder or addictions. It is time for you to take care of yourself. We will build on your strengths and help you to find ways to meet your needs.

Lia’s approach to therapy is rooted in a compassionate understanding of the needs of her clients. She provides a validating and peaceful environment to walk beside her clients on their journey toward developing compassion, empathy, and acceptance toward themselves and others.

Life can truly suck sometimes. It's hard. No wonder you are feeling stressed, anxious, down, and overwhelmed. We all struggle sometimes! Now that you are here, one of the hardest steps is over. Congratulations! Utilizing the core values of Authenticity, Compassion, Humor, Creativity, Determination, and Acceptance, you will enter into a space where you are in the driver's seat of your new path. Through exploration of past and present traumas and stressors, you will learn to identify coping skills to help you through your most difficult moments. I am here for support and to help you get unstuck as you navigate your healing journey!