Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Eudowood, MD
Choosing a psychotherapist can be a challenging process and we often find ourselves doing it when we are already stressed. I strive to create a tranquil, accepting atmosphere in my work, while my patients also say they enjoy the laughter that we can sometimes find in the midst of our explorations. My approach focuses on identifying patients' existing strengths and increasing their capacities to cope with stress so as to lead more satisfying lives. I take a "best-tool-for-the-job," integrative approach, drawing from a range of psychotherapeutic orientations, all supported by solid science.
Choosing a psychotherapist can be a challenging process and we often find ourselves doing it when we are already stressed. I strive to create a tranquil, accepting atmosphere in my work, while my patients also say they enjoy the laughter that we can sometimes find in the midst of our explorations. My approach focuses on identifying patients' existing strengths and increasing their capacities to cope with stress so as to lead more satisfying lives. I take a "best-tool-for-the-job," integrative approach, drawing from a range of psychotherapeutic orientations, all supported by solid science.
Melisa Patel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Eudowood, MD 21204 (Online Only)
Life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, and finding a space where you can unburden yourself without judgment is crucial. I am here to offer you that space - a warm, empathetic environment where your voice is heard and your concerns are met with understanding and care. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing can be daunting, but not one you have to walk alone. My approach is rooted in understanding and kindness, ensuring a safe space for exploration and healing. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling. Now as a licensed professional (LCPC).
Life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, and finding a space where you can unburden yourself without judgment is crucial. I am here to offer you that space - a warm, empathetic environment where your voice is heard and your concerns are met with understanding and care. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing can be daunting, but not one you have to walk alone. My approach is rooted in understanding and kindness, ensuring a safe space for exploration and healing. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling. Now as a licensed professional (LCPC).
Bola Fanilola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eudowood, MD 21204 (Online Only)
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt? Do you find yourself on autopilot, yearning to achieve and maintain positive changes in your life intentionally? Perhaps you're constantly replaying painful memories or feeling overwhelmed by fears and worries about the future. If you're ready to confront the effects of trauma, let go of draining relationships, and learn practical skills to strengthen your connections with others, I am here to help.
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-doubt? Do you find yourself on autopilot, yearning to achieve and maintain positive changes in your life intentionally? Perhaps you're constantly replaying painful memories or feeling overwhelmed by fears and worries about the future. If you're ready to confront the effects of trauma, let go of draining relationships, and learn practical skills to strengthen your connections with others, I am here to help.
I heard it said somewhere "there are two kinds of people, people with issues and those without". So If your are reading this and have challenges you wish to overcome, lets talk. Whether you're having marital issues stemming from a lack of communication, need help for a child or teenager who is struggling with substance abuse or defiance, or dealing with anxiety or depression yourself-you have come to the right place. I assist individuals to help themselves through their challenges. My approach to therapy encourages clients to experience an opportunity for healing, developing skills, and changing behavior.
I heard it said somewhere "there are two kinds of people, people with issues and those without". So If your are reading this and have challenges you wish to overcome, lets talk. Whether you're having marital issues stemming from a lack of communication, need help for a child or teenager who is struggling with substance abuse or defiance, or dealing with anxiety or depression yourself-you have come to the right place. I assist individuals to help themselves through their challenges. My approach to therapy encourages clients to experience an opportunity for healing, developing skills, and changing behavior.
Sondermind - Therapy That Works.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Eudowood, MD 21204 (Online Only)
SonderMind is your mental health home. Our provider group of over 10,000 mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to improve the lives of our clients through accessible and personalized care. We provide our clients with all the tools and resources to live happier, healthier lives. We understand the importance of finding the right therapist that fits your unique needs and, most importantly – that it actually works. Find a therapist who is available today. Stop searching and start moving forward with SonderMind.
SonderMind is your mental health home. Our provider group of over 10,000 mental health professionals is driven by a shared mission to improve the lives of our clients through accessible and personalized care. We provide our clients with all the tools and resources to live happier, healthier lives. We understand the importance of finding the right therapist that fits your unique needs and, most importantly – that it actually works. Find a therapist who is available today. Stop searching and start moving forward with SonderMind.
More Therapists Nearby
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns, anxiety, or depression? I am a Licensed Social Worker, and I have spent the majority of my career at Shepard Pratt Center for Eating Disorders at the Inpatient level of care conducting individual, family, and group therapy with both adolescents and adults. I am trained in a variety of evidence based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns, anxiety, or depression? I am a Licensed Social Worker, and I have spent the majority of my career at Shepard Pratt Center for Eating Disorders at the Inpatient level of care conducting individual, family, and group therapy with both adolescents and adults. I am trained in a variety of evidence based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
My approach combines Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy to help people who are stuck in their relationships, identities, sex lives, religious beliefs, and behavioral patterns, grow into new, sustainable ways of being.
What makes the biggest impact on your experience of therapy? Connecting with a good-fit therapist. I work with folks who have invested in therapy for years, sometimes decades, but who haven't experienced significant change in their relationships, their ways of operating, their stress levels, etc... So if you're motivated to gain insight into your stuck places, experiment with new ways of thinking, acting, and relating, and experience real growth, let's connect.
My approach combines Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy to help people who are stuck in their relationships, identities, sex lives, religious beliefs, and behavioral patterns, grow into new, sustainable ways of being.
What makes the biggest impact on your experience of therapy? Connecting with a good-fit therapist. I work with folks who have invested in therapy for years, sometimes decades, but who haven't experienced significant change in their relationships, their ways of operating, their stress levels, etc... So if you're motivated to gain insight into your stuck places, experiment with new ways of thinking, acting, and relating, and experience real growth, let's connect.
James Cole Abrams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LAC, CMIT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
I combine Buddhist philosophy and mindfulness practices with motivational interviewing and existential therapeutic techniques to help my clients tap into their inner strengths.
Substance abuse is not a problem, it's a symptom. Many of us carry a deep pain within, and work to hide it behind substance and behavioral addictions. Often what looks like selfish or harmful behavior is really just a person's best effort at dealing with the pain, frustration, and disconnection they feel every day. As a therapist, my aim is to provide the warmth, stability, and emotional space for you to safely and effectively explore what you need in order to grow into who you know you can be.
I combine Buddhist philosophy and mindfulness practices with motivational interviewing and existential therapeutic techniques to help my clients tap into their inner strengths.
Substance abuse is not a problem, it's a symptom. Many of us carry a deep pain within, and work to hide it behind substance and behavioral addictions. Often what looks like selfish or harmful behavior is really just a person's best effort at dealing with the pain, frustration, and disconnection they feel every day. As a therapist, my aim is to provide the warmth, stability, and emotional space for you to safely and effectively explore what you need in order to grow into who you know you can be.
Naila’s clinical education has included training in couple, family, group, and individual therapy; she has completed additional trainings in motivational interviewing .
Counselor-in-Training, provides couples, families, groups, and individuals with guidance in a process that fosters discovery of therapeutic insight. Naila’s approach is emotionally focused, understanding her clients’ presenting challenges through an attachment lens and facilitating communication around their core emotional needs. Her goal is to help her clients access the emotional meaning that underlies distressing cycles, and to use these discoveries to guide the creation of new patterns that allow for greater interpersonal engagement and connection. Naila believes that an active effort to cultivate healthy,
Naila’s clinical education has included training in couple, family, group, and individual therapy; she has completed additional trainings in motivational interviewing .
Counselor-in-Training, provides couples, families, groups, and individuals with guidance in a process that fosters discovery of therapeutic insight. Naila’s approach is emotionally focused, understanding her clients’ presenting challenges through an attachment lens and facilitating communication around their core emotional needs. Her goal is to help her clients access the emotional meaning that underlies distressing cycles, and to use these discoveries to guide the creation of new patterns that allow for greater interpersonal engagement and connection. Naila believes that an active effort to cultivate healthy,
Joy Hurley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21212 (Online Only)
I practice through a trauma-informed and gender-affirming lens and consider myself an eclectic therapist, borrowing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I’m so glad that you are here. My primary practice areas are anxiety and panic disorders, depression, phase of life and relationship issues, women’s issues, perinatal mental health and LGBTQ issues. I work with individuals of all genders over the age of 16. However, I am most passionate about working with women and the LGBTQ population.
I practice through a trauma-informed and gender-affirming lens and consider myself an eclectic therapist, borrowing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I’m so glad that you are here. My primary practice areas are anxiety and panic disorders, depression, phase of life and relationship issues, women’s issues, perinatal mental health and LGBTQ issues. I work with individuals of all genders over the age of 16. However, I am most passionate about working with women and the LGBTQ population.
Alexa Curtis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286 (Online Only)
I use a holistic approach, including motivational interviewing and trauma-focused CBT, to help my clients recover the best version of themselves.
Immediate openings with evening hours offered. We all encounter obstacles and hardships in life. Difficult family dynamics, personal relationships, mental health issues, and life or career transitions can be challenging and bring deep pain or confusion. Getting support is essential. Life can be difficult to navigate, but the good news is that you don’t have to do it alone.
I use a holistic approach, including motivational interviewing and trauma-focused CBT, to help my clients recover the best version of themselves.
Immediate openings with evening hours offered. We all encounter obstacles and hardships in life. Difficult family dynamics, personal relationships, mental health issues, and life or career transitions can be challenging and bring deep pain or confusion. Getting support is essential. Life can be difficult to navigate, but the good news is that you don’t have to do it alone.
Lauren Greenwald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286 (Online Only)
I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mediation and specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, school issues, marital issues and life cycle transitions.
I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mediation and specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, school issues, marital issues and life cycle transitions.
Kara Zoolakis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
I utilize an eclectic blend of modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); DBT skills teaching; Inference Based Cog Behavioral (I-CBT); and Motivational Interviewing.
If you are struggling with distressing emotions, feeling lost or stuck you are in the right place. I believe in meeting people where they are in their journey toward self discovery and acceptance. I offer a compassionate and authentic approach and will work collaboratively with you to build upon your strengths and help you to develop tangible skills and tools to overcome and manage your current struggles. I have experience/training with mood disorders, anxiety, relationship difficulties, substance use, OCD, phobias, trauma, adjustment issues, stage of life difficulties and grief.
I utilize an eclectic blend of modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); DBT skills teaching; Inference Based Cog Behavioral (I-CBT); and Motivational Interviewing.
If you are struggling with distressing emotions, feeling lost or stuck you are in the right place. I believe in meeting people where they are in their journey toward self discovery and acceptance. I offer a compassionate and authentic approach and will work collaboratively with you to build upon your strengths and help you to develop tangible skills and tools to overcome and manage your current struggles. I have experience/training with mood disorders, anxiety, relationship difficulties, substance use, OCD, phobias, trauma, adjustment issues, stage of life difficulties and grief.
Gabrielle Edenbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21252 (Online Only)
Training in CBT, motivational interviewing, strengths-based therapy & a background in theater allow for an integrative & flexible approach.
Are you seeking more fulfillment and happiness in life but feel uncertain about where to start? Through a collaborative, non-judgmental approach, I will work with you to enhance your self-actualization and well-being. I firmly believe that everyone possesses the potential for happiness, but various life stressors and obstacles can obstruct the way. My mission is to meet you where you are, identify and overcome challenging roadblocks, and equip you with the tools to achieve your unique goals. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship by creating a trusting, comforting and welcoming environment for personal transformation.
Training in CBT, motivational interviewing, strengths-based therapy & a background in theater allow for an integrative & flexible approach.
Are you seeking more fulfillment and happiness in life but feel uncertain about where to start? Through a collaborative, non-judgmental approach, I will work with you to enhance your self-actualization and well-being. I firmly believe that everyone possesses the potential for happiness, but various life stressors and obstacles can obstruct the way. My mission is to meet you where you are, identify and overcome challenging roadblocks, and equip you with the tools to achieve your unique goals. I prioritize the therapeutic relationship by creating a trusting, comforting and welcoming environment for personal transformation.
Brittany Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286 (Online Only)
Brittany utilizes motivational interviewing, CBT, strength-based and solution-focused techniques in order to build a strong therapeutic rapport.
Brittany specializes in working with adolescents, adults and couples.
Brittany utilizes motivational interviewing, CBT, strength-based and solution-focused techniques in order to build a strong therapeutic rapport.
Brittany specializes in working with adolescents, adults and couples.
I use a strengths-based approach while utilizing motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy.
Whatever’s going on in your life is a big deal if it’s a big deal to you. I believe that the things going on in my clients’ lives deserve the same care, attention, and respect as anyone else’s. I'm committed to supporting you in navigating life's various stressors.
I use a strengths-based approach while utilizing motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy.
Whatever’s going on in your life is a big deal if it’s a big deal to you. I believe that the things going on in my clients’ lives deserve the same care, attention, and respect as anyone else’s. I'm committed to supporting you in navigating life's various stressors.
Courtney Parks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21252 (Online Only)
Welcome to Water Lily Therapy! My primary areas of practice include depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss, low self-esteem, OCD, LGBTQIA+ and trauma. My approach is eclectic, but based primarily in Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with inclusions of motivational interviewing and narrative therapy techniques. When appropriate, I love to incorporate creative interventions such as art, film and humor! I believe that the bond formed between therapist and client is the foundation for healing, change and growth. My goal is to create a safe space for a person to feel truly heard, accepted and valued.
Welcome to Water Lily Therapy! My primary areas of practice include depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss, low self-esteem, OCD, LGBTQIA+ and trauma. My approach is eclectic, but based primarily in Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with inclusions of motivational interviewing and narrative therapy techniques. When appropriate, I love to incorporate creative interventions such as art, film and humor! I believe that the bond formed between therapist and client is the foundation for healing, change and growth. My goal is to create a safe space for a person to feel truly heard, accepted and valued.
Bridging Gaps Through Positive Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-C, CRNP-PM, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286
We incorporate a person-centered approach with interventions from Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Brain Spotting Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Congratulations on taking steps toward establishing a more fulfilling, healthy, and successful life! BGTPS is a community-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic that provides integrated behavioral health services utilizing a person-centered approach to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide individual, family, and group therapy, medication management, therapeutic mentorship, and behavioral consultation. In therapy, we work collaboratively with you to enhance your understanding of the internal and environmental factors that impact life, emerge as relational patterns, and potentially impede success.
We incorporate a person-centered approach with interventions from Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Brain Spotting Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Congratulations on taking steps toward establishing a more fulfilling, healthy, and successful life! BGTPS is a community-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic that provides integrated behavioral health services utilizing a person-centered approach to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide individual, family, and group therapy, medication management, therapeutic mentorship, and behavioral consultation. In therapy, we work collaboratively with you to enhance your understanding of the internal and environmental factors that impact life, emerge as relational patterns, and potentially impede success.
I use an eclectic style, starting with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in combination with Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Narrative therapeutic practices.
If you are ready for change in your life and are willing to do the work, then there is hope. I offer a safe, judgment-free environment, where you can feel comfortable to be yourself.
I use an eclectic style, starting with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in combination with Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, and Narrative therapeutic practices.
If you are ready for change in your life and are willing to do the work, then there is hope. I offer a safe, judgment-free environment, where you can feel comfortable to be yourself.
Angel L McCord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
I use a blend of therapeutic styles tailored to your needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel validated, accepted, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive. My goal is to hold space for you as a unique individual, allowing you to feel empowered to share your story.
I use a blend of therapeutic styles tailored to your needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel validated, accepted, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive. My goal is to hold space for you as a unique individual, allowing you to feel empowered to share your story.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.