Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Ellicott City, MD
Elizabeth Lynn Meritt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21043
I am trained in techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, but am also comfortable with a more relaxed, relational based talk therapy.
I work with adults struggling with depression and anxiety, substance abuse disorders, relationship difficulties, and life stressors. I utilize a collaborative process to help you learn important coping skills and tools to create a more enjoyable life. It is my goal to work with each client and provide them with a safe and positive environment to explore the issues and destructive patterns that cause distress and discover healthy and adaptive ways to live and thrive. **NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS**
I am trained in techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, but am also comfortable with a more relaxed, relational based talk therapy.
I work with adults struggling with depression and anxiety, substance abuse disorders, relationship difficulties, and life stressors. I utilize a collaborative process to help you learn important coping skills and tools to create a more enjoyable life. It is my goal to work with each client and provide them with a safe and positive environment to explore the issues and destructive patterns that cause distress and discover healthy and adaptive ways to live and thrive. **NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS**
My style is eclectic, based on CBT and psychodynamic/insight oriented approaches.
Therapy is for everyone. Whether you’re dealing with a crisis, struggling with longstanding mental health issues, or simply want to work on personal growth, I believe you can benefit from therapy to help understand yourself better as you seek to navigate life’s ups and downs. I have 35 years of experience as a clinical psychologist. I’m the co-founder of Apex Counseling Center, an outpatient mental health clinic in Baltimore City, serving a diverse population since 2004. Over the years, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults, families and couples in different inpatient and outpatient settings.
My style is eclectic, based on CBT and psychodynamic/insight oriented approaches.
Therapy is for everyone. Whether you’re dealing with a crisis, struggling with longstanding mental health issues, or simply want to work on personal growth, I believe you can benefit from therapy to help understand yourself better as you seek to navigate life’s ups and downs. I have 35 years of experience as a clinical psychologist. I’m the co-founder of Apex Counseling Center, an outpatient mental health clinic in Baltimore City, serving a diverse population since 2004. Over the years, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults, families and couples in different inpatient and outpatient settings.
Hetal A Patel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Online Only)
I utilize several treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral treatment in treating adults and adolescents with depression, anxiety and various other life's difficulties.
Currently accepting new patients. Please note…offering only telehealth appointments. I enjoy working with individuals and families and find the greatest reward in seeing positive changes with those I work with. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental, and individualized treatment and do not believe in 'one size fits all'. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a graduate of the University of Maryland with more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiance, and parenting issues.
I utilize several treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral treatment in treating adults and adolescents with depression, anxiety and various other life's difficulties.
Currently accepting new patients. Please note…offering only telehealth appointments. I enjoy working with individuals and families and find the greatest reward in seeing positive changes with those I work with. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental, and individualized treatment and do not believe in 'one size fits all'. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a graduate of the University of Maryland with more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiance, and parenting issues.
Heather Bond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Together, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), a strengths-based approach, and techniques tailored to your needs, we will work on making the changes you want in your life.
You lay in bed staring at the ceiling. Sleep won't come. You try to slow your racing thoughts but it’s useless. They are with you all the time, endlessly worrying about everything. That voice in your head won't shut up. It feels like there is so much to do but not enough time. Time is moving a mile a minute. It's becoming more difficult to concentrate at work. Relationships with your family members and friends become strained. It’s hard to remember the last time you felt really happy and not stressed out. You don’t feel good about where you are in life, but you’re unsure how to make a change, and it's exhausting.
Together, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), a strengths-based approach, and techniques tailored to your needs, we will work on making the changes you want in your life.
You lay in bed staring at the ceiling. Sleep won't come. You try to slow your racing thoughts but it’s useless. They are with you all the time, endlessly worrying about everything. That voice in your head won't shut up. It feels like there is so much to do but not enough time. Time is moving a mile a minute. It's becoming more difficult to concentrate at work. Relationships with your family members and friends become strained. It’s hard to remember the last time you felt really happy and not stressed out. You don’t feel good about where you are in life, but you’re unsure how to make a change, and it's exhausting.
Rachel Thompson, PhD, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Online Only)
I provide cognitive-behavioral therapy for PTSD, stress-related conditions, anxiety and depressive disorders, and emotion regulation difficulties.
Are you struggling to cope with the effects of trauma or other stressful life events? Are feelings of anxiety and depression preventing you from living a full and meaningful life? People often search for strategies to find relief from their symptoms, but discover that these techniques are of limited use or create their own problems. I specialize in evidence-based psychotherapy for adults with these conditions - that is, therapy that has been extensively studied through years of psychological research.
I provide cognitive-behavioral therapy for PTSD, stress-related conditions, anxiety and depressive disorders, and emotion regulation difficulties.
Are you struggling to cope with the effects of trauma or other stressful life events? Are feelings of anxiety and depression preventing you from living a full and meaningful life? People often search for strategies to find relief from their symptoms, but discover that these techniques are of limited use or create their own problems. I specialize in evidence-based psychotherapy for adults with these conditions - that is, therapy that has been extensively studied through years of psychological research.
Many times, she will use a mixture of CBT and Attachment Theory, and has completed Level 2 Gottman training.
Natasha (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) in both Maryland and Texas. She has a passion for working with adults navigating perinatal/postpartum (including grief and infertility), anxiety, trauma, and adjusting to all of life’s stressors and transitions. She’s had experience working with individual adults and couples on a myriad of concerns throughout her career.
Many times, she will use a mixture of CBT and Attachment Theory, and has completed Level 2 Gottman training.
Natasha (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) in both Maryland and Texas. She has a passion for working with adults navigating perinatal/postpartum (including grief and infertility), anxiety, trauma, and adjusting to all of life’s stressors and transitions. She’s had experience working with individual adults and couples on a myriad of concerns throughout her career.
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, client-centered and strength based paradigms, and believe strongly in the ethical principal of self determination.
Accepting New Clients: It is often a challenge for someone to make the first step and seek out mental health services. I am cognizant of that and provide my clients with a safe, and non judgmental space. I accept adolescent and adult clients, providing individual and family therapy. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, relationship issues and personality disorders.
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, client-centered and strength based paradigms, and believe strongly in the ethical principal of self determination.
Accepting New Clients: It is often a challenge for someone to make the first step and seek out mental health services. I am cognizant of that and provide my clients with a safe, and non judgmental space. I accept adolescent and adult clients, providing individual and family therapy. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, relationship issues and personality disorders.
I have expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), and Family Systems Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Ellicott City Behavioral Health (ECBH). I specialize in pediatric and health psychology and work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their parents. I see clients with mood concerns such as anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I also work with clients experiencing stress related to medical conditions such as cancer, blood disorders, pain, sleep, injury or rehabilitation, heart conditions, GI, diabetes, fertility challenges, and other various health problems.
I have expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Parent Management Training (PMT), and Family Systems Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Ellicott City Behavioral Health (ECBH). I specialize in pediatric and health psychology and work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their parents. I see clients with mood concerns such as anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I also work with clients experiencing stress related to medical conditions such as cancer, blood disorders, pain, sleep, injury or rehabilitation, heart conditions, GI, diabetes, fertility challenges, and other various health problems.
I prefer to take a child-centered approach and utilize developmentally appropriate techniques including play therapy, expressive arts, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
My philosophy when working with children and teens is that they need to feel heard, valued, and supported. I believe that they need to understand that their thoughts and feelings matter. I have spent 15+ years working with children, teens, and their caregivers in schools, the community, and in their homes. I am a certified school social worker and have significant experience working with behaviors, navigating the IEP process, and providing parenting support. I have a special interest in working with children and teens who are neurodivergent or have a developmental disability.
I prefer to take a child-centered approach and utilize developmentally appropriate techniques including play therapy, expressive arts, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
My philosophy when working with children and teens is that they need to feel heard, valued, and supported. I believe that they need to understand that their thoughts and feelings matter. I have spent 15+ years working with children, teens, and their caregivers in schools, the community, and in their homes. I am a certified school social worker and have significant experience working with behaviors, navigating the IEP process, and providing parenting support. I have a special interest in working with children and teens who are neurodivergent or have a developmental disability.
I use research informed interventions, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT), to help reduce stress, to help decrease maladaptive behavior, to help improve mood and to help increase self-esteem.
Do you stay up at night worrying about your child? Have you tried everything you can think of to make things better? Are you thinking that it might be time to get some professional advice from an expert in child development and child behavior? My warm and playful interpersonal style goes a long way in developing a trusting relationship and in assisting your child in making positive changes. I am a PhD licensed psychologist with 23 years of experience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults with anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, and emotional regulation problems.
I use research informed interventions, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT), to help reduce stress, to help decrease maladaptive behavior, to help improve mood and to help increase self-esteem.
Do you stay up at night worrying about your child? Have you tried everything you can think of to make things better? Are you thinking that it might be time to get some professional advice from an expert in child development and child behavior? My warm and playful interpersonal style goes a long way in developing a trusting relationship and in assisting your child in making positive changes. I am a PhD licensed psychologist with 23 years of experience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults with anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, and emotional regulation problems.
Catherine Gragasin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21043
I also work with children, adolescents, and young adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF- CBT), and mindfulness-based approaches.
I work with children who are having a tough time. Whether that is difficulty adjusting to big changes in the family, making friends, or managing daily meltdowns, therapy can help! My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place for your child to express their most challenging emotions in the language they know best: Play!
I also work with children, adolescents, and young adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF- CBT), and mindfulness-based approaches.
I work with children who are having a tough time. Whether that is difficulty adjusting to big changes in the family, making friends, or managing daily meltdowns, therapy can help! My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe place for your child to express their most challenging emotions in the language they know best: Play!
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Counselor, LGPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Online Only)
Do the demands of everyday life overwhelm you? I am here for you. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty in regulating emotions, life stressors, and adjustment or life transitions. As my client, you and I can formulate a treatment plan best suited for your personal growth. By using a person-centered approach, I understand your individual strengths and cultural strengths and utilize them to help you recognize your hidden skills to foster a positive change. I use several treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy with a mindfulness approach.
Do the demands of everyday life overwhelm you? I am here for you. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty in regulating emotions, life stressors, and adjustment or life transitions. As my client, you and I can formulate a treatment plan best suited for your personal growth. By using a person-centered approach, I understand your individual strengths and cultural strengths and utilize them to help you recognize your hidden skills to foster a positive change. I use several treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy with a mindfulness approach.
She is experienced in integrating various CBT techniques such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and mindfulness-based strategies in her therapeutic work to help her clients reach their goals.
Juliann enjoys working with a variety of mental health difficulties, and her special interests include those who struggle with anxiety and relational issues.
She is experienced in integrating various CBT techniques such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and mindfulness-based strategies in her therapeutic work to help her clients reach their goals.
Juliann enjoys working with a variety of mental health difficulties, and her special interests include those who struggle with anxiety and relational issues.
My orientation includes cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, solution-focused, and interpersonal approaches.
Anxiety and depression can rob you of your peace of mind and ability to enjoy life. I specialize in working with people who seek to overcome the effects of anxiety and depression in their lives, and move on to thrive. This includes people with a wide variety of anxiety and mood disorders, including PTSD, OCD, panic disorder, social anxiety, major depression, and bipolar disorders, as well as such other issues as life transitions (young adult, midlife, aging). In addition, I work with problems facing older adults, such as caregiver issues. I am trained in the use of EMDR, and have a longstanding specialty in trauma.
My orientation includes cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, solution-focused, and interpersonal approaches.
Anxiety and depression can rob you of your peace of mind and ability to enjoy life. I specialize in working with people who seek to overcome the effects of anxiety and depression in their lives, and move on to thrive. This includes people with a wide variety of anxiety and mood disorders, including PTSD, OCD, panic disorder, social anxiety, major depression, and bipolar disorders, as well as such other issues as life transitions (young adult, midlife, aging). In addition, I work with problems facing older adults, such as caregiver issues. I am trained in the use of EMDR, and have a longstanding specialty in trauma.
Lina Faryal Kotsoeva
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042
I have helped clients with a variety of different diagnoses in one on one therapy using techniques like solution focused and CBT.
It all begins with the desire for change…but as you might realize, change is difficult. And if you’re struggling with things like the desire to stop a negative thought or want to stop using drugs or alcohol, you are not alone. I am here to support you in the changes you want to make in your life, each step of the way.
I have helped clients with a variety of different diagnoses in one on one therapy using techniques like solution focused and CBT.
It all begins with the desire for change…but as you might realize, change is difficult. And if you’re struggling with things like the desire to stop a negative thought or want to stop using drugs or alcohol, you are not alone. I am here to support you in the changes you want to make in your life, each step of the way.
Julia Henry McGovern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21043 (Online Only)
Practicing clinical social work in a variety of settings since 1999. Enjoys working with young adults, couples and families using multiple theoretical models and activities in order to increase the clients understanding, sense of control and hopefulness in their ability to reach their goals. Practices CBT, DBT, and trauma informed treatment having acquired additional training in these research based modalities. Additional training with the diagnosis of ADHD as well.
Practicing clinical social work in a variety of settings since 1999. Enjoys working with young adults, couples and families using multiple theoretical models and activities in order to increase the clients understanding, sense of control and hopefulness in their ability to reach their goals. Practices CBT, DBT, and trauma informed treatment having acquired additional training in these research based modalities. Additional training with the diagnosis of ADHD as well.
My expertise in EMDR, Body Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness, gives me a unique and successful approach to helping individuals heal from their past, conquer their fears, stop the emotional eating and manage their weight.
Do you feel you are not living your life at its full potential? Are you unsatisfied with the quality and direction of your life? Does self doubt, anxiety, sadness, anger or emotional eating interfere with your personal, professional or social life? Do you still feel the pain of past sexual or physical abuse, bullying, neglect, or feelings of being unloved? Do you cope by overeating? Has a military experience left you with unwanted intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions? It is difficult to go through life with such overwhelming emotions, but there is hope and and I can help.
My expertise in EMDR, Body Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness, gives me a unique and successful approach to helping individuals heal from their past, conquer their fears, stop the emotional eating and manage their weight.
Do you feel you are not living your life at its full potential? Are you unsatisfied with the quality and direction of your life? Does self doubt, anxiety, sadness, anger or emotional eating interfere with your personal, professional or social life? Do you still feel the pain of past sexual or physical abuse, bullying, neglect, or feelings of being unloved? Do you cope by overeating? Has a military experience left you with unwanted intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions? It is difficult to go through life with such overwhelming emotions, but there is hope and and I can help.
I encourage & assist clients by discovering coping skills that work for them, mindfulness, grounding, CBT, journaling, exercising, deep breathing, & expressing the importance of self-care.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
I encourage & assist clients by discovering coping skills that work for them, mindfulness, grounding, CBT, journaling, exercising, deep breathing, & expressing the importance of self-care.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
As a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, I specialize in: Providing neuropsychological assessment and cognitive rehabilitation to individuals with acquired brain injuries such as stroke, TBI, and concussions; Assessment and diagnosis of ADHD in adults 18+ for work/school accommodations; Capacity evaluations for guardianship, advanced directives, and financial/medical POA.
As a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, I specialize in: Providing neuropsychological assessment and cognitive rehabilitation to individuals with acquired brain injuries such as stroke, TBI, and concussions; Assessment and diagnosis of ADHD in adults 18+ for work/school accommodations; Capacity evaluations for guardianship, advanced directives, and financial/medical POA.
Deitra Fant
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042
My approach to therapy uses real-life coping skills & an eclectic mix of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), solution-focused therapy, and person-centered therapy, among 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.
My approach to therapy uses real-life coping skills & an eclectic mix of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), solution-focused therapy, and person-centered therapy, among 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.
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