Expressive Arts Therapists in Fort Washington, MD

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Aspirations Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Aspirations Counseling provides professional, high quality, personalized services to children, adolescents and adults/couples. We help our clients address issues such as: anxiety, autism, bipolar disorders, bullying (workplace/school), depression, divorce, employment difficulties, grief, parenting, post-traumatic stress disorders, relationship difficulties, and issues commonly experienced by children and adolescents.
Aspirations Counseling provides professional, high quality, personalized services to children, adolescents and adults/couples. We help our clients address issues such as: anxiety, autism, bipolar disorders, bullying (workplace/school), depression, divorce, employment difficulties, grief, parenting, post-traumatic stress disorders, relationship difficulties, and issues commonly experienced by children and adolescents.
(301) 761-5872 View (301) 761-5872

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Connect to Care Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Are you tired of feeling stressed, not taking care of yourself, issues at work, bad relationships, kids all over the place, distant learning, grief, gender identity, class, and race issues? Well look no further, Connect to Care Counseling Services, LLC provides a safe place to listen and truly assist our clients with achieving their goals using psychotherapy. Now, this will not be a pity party but a revelation party to help you come out of your situation for a new YOU. In addition, we provide services in Louisiana, Virginia, Maryland, and District of Columbia. We are open with no Wait list.
Are you tired of feeling stressed, not taking care of yourself, issues at work, bad relationships, kids all over the place, distant learning, grief, gender identity, class, and race issues? Well look no further, Connect to Care Counseling Services, LLC provides a safe place to listen and truly assist our clients with achieving their goals using psychotherapy. Now, this will not be a pity party but a revelation party to help you come out of your situation for a new YOU. In addition, we provide services in Louisiana, Virginia, Maryland, and District of Columbia. We are open with no Wait list.
(571) 380-7811 View (571) 380-7811
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Joselyn Brown
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Clinton, MD 20735
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
(240) 693-5257 View (240) 693-5257
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Justin Forrest Miles
Counselor, MA, LCPC-S, LGAD-S
Verified Verified
Temple Hills, MD 20748
The Miles Institute of Integral Living provides integrated physical, mental and spiritual health treatment in an authentic and culturally competent way.
The Miles Institute of Integral Living provides integrated physical, mental and spiritual health treatment in an authentic and culturally competent way.
(301) 321-8571 View (301) 321-8571
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Breighone Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Clinton, MD 20735
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
(667) 326-8783 View (667) 326-8783
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Sophia Sgarlat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clinton, MD 20735
Do you think you may have ADHD or Autism? Have you struggled to assert boundaries at work, with family, & partners? Have you felt curious about exploring different pronouns and gender identity? Do you feel bad that you have a disability and don't know how to tell your friends that you can't do certain activities? You may have goals to tell your friends your preferred pronouns. Goals to get a diagnosis for your disability & curious about medication, goals to reevaluate your relationship with cannabis/alcohol. You may feel shame & anger about your childhood & the way your parents handled your behavior.
Do you think you may have ADHD or Autism? Have you struggled to assert boundaries at work, with family, & partners? Have you felt curious about exploring different pronouns and gender identity? Do you feel bad that you have a disability and don't know how to tell your friends that you can't do certain activities? You may have goals to tell your friends your preferred pronouns. Goals to get a diagnosis for your disability & curious about medication, goals to reevaluate your relationship with cannabis/alcohol. You may feel shame & anger about your childhood & the way your parents handled your behavior.
(339) 220-2993 View (339) 220-2993
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WSDI Partners, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Brandywine, MD 20613  (Online Only)
Are you dealing with a difficult time? Have you experienced trauma? Do you have a hard time with your teen? Are you struggling with a relationship? Dealing with stress? Have you recently lost someone? Are you going through a major life transition (marriage, birth, loss of a job, divorce)? We are here to help, heal and restore hope! Our practice's focus is to bring comprehensive and culturally competent services to clients so they can thrive and realize their full potential. It is our overall goal to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families.
Are you dealing with a difficult time? Have you experienced trauma? Do you have a hard time with your teen? Are you struggling with a relationship? Dealing with stress? Have you recently lost someone? Are you going through a major life transition (marriage, birth, loss of a job, divorce)? We are here to help, heal and restore hope! Our practice's focus is to bring comprehensive and culturally competent services to clients so they can thrive and realize their full potential. It is our overall goal to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families.
(301) 591-6642 View (301) 591-6642
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Brittany DeLoatch
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
It takes courage to recognize and begin to accept that you need help beyond your own measures. I believe that you as clients are the expert and I am here to collaborate with you by focusing on your strengths. I will be there to support you as we delve deeper into your family and life experiences to try to bring peace to your life.
It takes courage to recognize and begin to accept that you need help beyond your own measures. I believe that you as clients are the expert and I am here to collaborate with you by focusing on your strengths. I will be there to support you as we delve deeper into your family and life experiences to try to bring peace to your life.
(301) 265-2242 View (301) 265-2242
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Marilyn Denise Grayned Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Suitland, MD 20746
Marilyn D. Grayned Price, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW is the founder and President of Ms. and Mr. Little Ones, Incorporated. Marilyn's dedication to empowering individuals can best be acknowledged by her extensive background domestically and abroad. She has dedicated over 20 years assisting individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds using evidence-based practices that have led to healthy and sustainable positive outcomes. Marilyn is a servant to the community and believes paying it forward is the way to empower individuals and families to obtain their highest potential and change social injustice.
Marilyn D. Grayned Price, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW is the founder and President of Ms. and Mr. Little Ones, Incorporated. Marilyn's dedication to empowering individuals can best be acknowledged by her extensive background domestically and abroad. She has dedicated over 20 years assisting individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds using evidence-based practices that have led to healthy and sustainable positive outcomes. Marilyn is a servant to the community and believes paying it forward is the way to empower individuals and families to obtain their highest potential and change social injustice.
(240) 249-8699 View (240) 249-8699
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Kierrah Flipping
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Camp Springs, MD 20746  (Online Only)
I am a dedicated advocate for mental and emotional health, leveraging over a decade of experience in holistic healing and psychotherapy. I am committed to fostering environments where individuals can thrive mentally and emotionally. With a diverse skill set that includes being a distinguished Psychotherapist, Ph.D. Candidate, Reiki Master, Certified Yoga Instructor, Sound Practitioner, and Human Design Professional, I bring a unique blend of modalities to support holistic wellness. Three words that describe my style are compassionate, empowering, and holistic.
I am a dedicated advocate for mental and emotional health, leveraging over a decade of experience in holistic healing and psychotherapy. I am committed to fostering environments where individuals can thrive mentally and emotionally. With a diverse skill set that includes being a distinguished Psychotherapist, Ph.D. Candidate, Reiki Master, Certified Yoga Instructor, Sound Practitioner, and Human Design Professional, I bring a unique blend of modalities to support holistic wellness. Three words that describe my style are compassionate, empowering, and holistic.
(240) 332-8044 View (240) 332-8044
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Beverly R Sargent
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Forestville, MD 20747  (Online Only)
I am a Pastoral Therapist who believes in the power of play! Through the use of play and sand, people of all ages can re-connect with mind, body, spirit and soul; gaining a deeper understanding of life's experiences and with time and effort, find a place of peace, hope and healing.
I am a Pastoral Therapist who believes in the power of play! Through the use of play and sand, people of all ages can re-connect with mind, body, spirit and soul; gaining a deeper understanding of life's experiences and with time and effort, find a place of peace, hope and healing.
(229) 800-1922 View (229) 800-1922
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First Choice Community Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Camp Springs, MD 20746
1st Choice Therapists want to help you feel less tired, less frustrated on a daily/weekly basis. We know many of our potential clients are dealing with grief and loss from loved ones that have succumbed to COVID related deaths. At First Choice, we want you to learn how to heal, naturally without a co-dependency on psychotropic medications.
1st Choice Therapists want to help you feel less tired, less frustrated on a daily/weekly basis. We know many of our potential clients are dealing with grief and loss from loved ones that have succumbed to COVID related deaths. At First Choice, we want you to learn how to heal, naturally without a co-dependency on psychotropic medications.
(240) 255-9874 View (240) 255-9874
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Worthy of Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Waldorf, MD 20601  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I respond best to emails :) Hello! I am your fat, disabled, queer, neurodivergent therapist based in Maryland. Being a healer has come naturally to me since childhood and navigating my own healing has led me to become a licensed clinical social worker. I deeply care for my clients, so building genuine connections with them is essential. I show up to sessions as my authentic self: witty, warm, transparent, and a little awkward. I view each client as my equal and view therapy as a team approach to navigating pain and hope.
I respond best to emails :) Hello! I am your fat, disabled, queer, neurodivergent therapist based in Maryland. Being a healer has come naturally to me since childhood and navigating my own healing has led me to become a licensed clinical social worker. I deeply care for my clients, so building genuine connections with them is essential. I show up to sessions as my authentic self: witty, warm, transparent, and a little awkward. I view each client as my equal and view therapy as a team approach to navigating pain and hope.
(240) 540-5016 View (240) 540-5016
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Purple Cares Therapeutic Solutions, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waldorf, MD 20602  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with Adults, Caregivers, and Children looking to start/ continue their trauma healing journey, improve or change their relationships, moods, behaviors, and/or find different ways of managing stress at home or at work/school.
I work with Adults, Caregivers, and Children looking to start/ continue their trauma healing journey, improve or change their relationships, moods, behaviors, and/or find different ways of managing stress at home or at work/school.
(301) 900-3148 View (301) 900-3148
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One Alkaline Life Virtual Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Waldorf, MD 20603  (Online Only)
One Alkaline Life, LLC, offers comprehensive, compassionate mental health care for adults and adolescents. Through the online telemedicine platform, the team assesses and treats a wide range of mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
One Alkaline Life, LLC, offers comprehensive, compassionate mental health care for adults and adolescents. Through the online telemedicine platform, the team assesses and treats a wide range of mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
(803) 770-5063 View (803) 770-5063
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DaJia Johnson
Counselor, LMSW, LAC, SAP, MPA
Verified Verified
Waldorf, MD 20603  (Online Only)
I enjoy being able to assist those who are in need of finding a way out of the darkness. Also, my practice focuses on the study of substance abuse/addiction counseling. I have experience working with children and geriatric populations. I think that telehealth and online therapy are very powerful tools that we have to bring our support to more people regardless of whether they are near or far.
I enjoy being able to assist those who are in need of finding a way out of the darkness. Also, my practice focuses on the study of substance abuse/addiction counseling. I have experience working with children and geriatric populations. I think that telehealth and online therapy are very powerful tools that we have to bring our support to more people regardless of whether they are near or far.
(301) 835-1788 View (301) 835-1788
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D'Anita Parker
Counselor, MS, LCPC , NCC
Verified Verified
Waldorf, MD 20601
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with substance use? Have you been court ordered to have a substance abuse evaluation or assessment? Have you been feeling down lately or lost interest in things you used to do and using substances to cope? Do you feel overwhelmed and use substances to cope? If you or someone you know (adolescent and/or adult) can answer yes to any of these questions, I look forward to working with you/them.
Are you struggling with substance use? Have you been court ordered to have a substance abuse evaluation or assessment? Have you been feeling down lately or lost interest in things you used to do and using substances to cope? Do you feel overwhelmed and use substances to cope? If you or someone you know (adolescent and/or adult) can answer yes to any of these questions, I look forward to working with you/them.
(410) 514-3205 View (410) 514-3205
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Synergy Wellness Therapeutic Services
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, NCC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Waldorf, MD 20602  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Important, Please Read: 1. Please send an email for a faster response. 2. Must be able to sign up through the Headway mental health platform. Have you been dragging through life, on auto-pilot, waiting for things to "just get back to normal"? Have you experienced things in life that have held you back from reaching your potential for greatness? The good news is that you have come to the right place to declare healing!
Important, Please Read: 1. Please send an email for a faster response. 2. Must be able to sign up through the Headway mental health platform. Have you been dragging through life, on auto-pilot, waiting for things to "just get back to normal"? Have you experienced things in life that have held you back from reaching your potential for greatness? The good news is that you have come to the right place to declare healing!
(301) 701-3228 View (301) 701-3228

Online Therapists

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Emily Angerhofer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211
Utilizing a mix of therapeutic techniques such as expressive arts, play, acceptance and mindfulness practices, and more, I meet my clients where they are, and support them along their journey.
Stressed, overwhelmed, about to lose your $%&?! Whether parenting, existing in the world as neuro-spicy, trying to navigate relationships, processing global tragedy, juggling multiple roles, I can relate and am here for you. My practice is inclusive, anti-racist, and I'm passionate about healing generational curses. Therapy with me is a judgement-free zone. We'll go at your pace, trusting your own wisdom and experiences. I love supporting the full family system: couples, families, and individuals across the lifespan. Whether managing anxiety, depression, or sorting through past trauma, compassion and openness will guide us.
Utilizing a mix of therapeutic techniques such as expressive arts, play, acceptance and mindfulness practices, and more, I meet my clients where they are, and support them along their journey.
Stressed, overwhelmed, about to lose your $%&?! Whether parenting, existing in the world as neuro-spicy, trying to navigate relationships, processing global tragedy, juggling multiple roles, I can relate and am here for you. My practice is inclusive, anti-racist, and I'm passionate about healing generational curses. Therapy with me is a judgement-free zone. We'll go at your pace, trusting your own wisdom and experiences. I love supporting the full family system: couples, families, and individuals across the lifespan. Whether managing anxiety, depression, or sorting through past trauma, compassion and openness will guide us.
(410) 220-6947 View (410) 220-6947
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Meghan Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.
Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.
(240) 448-7070 View (240) 448-7070

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Expressive Arts Therapists

What happens in expressive arts therapy?

In an expressive arts therapy session, the therapist will provide the space and materials necessary to encourage the client to express themselves creatively. These can include art supplies, musical instruments, a journal, a camera, and more. The therapist offers careful guidance throughout the creative process, often noticing and talking about psychological issues as they arise. Many clients also benefit from the mind-body connection—the physical act of making art can help them feel more grounded and present.

How long does expressive arts therapy take?

An expressive arts therapy session will typically last between 50 minutes and an hour. Group sessions may run longer. Sometimes, a client might only need one or two sessions of expressive arts therapy in conjunction with talk therapy to resolve a psychological issue. Others might find a fixed number of sessions over the course of either weeks or months to be beneficial. The duration depends on the client and their individual needs and goals for therapy.

How does expressive arts therapy help children?

Creativity is an important part of normal child development. Expressive arts therapy proves a safe outlet for child clients to learn to identify their emotions and express them in healthy ways. In expressive arts therapy, children can build their self-esteem, discover more about their personality and strengths, and feel a sense of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. This therapeutic approach can be particularly helpful for children with developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD, speech impairments, and other conditions.

What are the limitations of expressive arts therapy?

Sometimes individuals have physical limitations that can affect their ability to express themselves artistically in certain mediums. For example, someone with hearing problems might find it difficult to make music. Sickness and mobility issues can make some types of art physically inaccessible (e.g., sculpting, dancing, etc.). Sometimes, clients are overly skeptical and have trouble letting go and engaging with the creative process. Individuals who require a higher level of care may be better served with other types of therapy.