Therapists in Howard County, MD
In my practice, I strive to be practical, humble and approachable. I provide comfort and relatability with practical solutions to the problems of living. I will work with you to help you develop resilience so that you can face the challenges of life more skillfully. I have a wide range of clinical and mentoring experiences ranging from working with parents and children to counseling teenagers and young adults. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, a certified Circle of Security parenting instructor and a meditation teacher. In my current practice, I specialize in working with boys and young men between ages 10 and 30.
In my practice, I strive to be practical, humble and approachable. I provide comfort and relatability with practical solutions to the problems of living. I will work with you to help you develop resilience so that you can face the challenges of life more skillfully. I have a wide range of clinical and mentoring experiences ranging from working with parents and children to counseling teenagers and young adults. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, a certified Circle of Security parenting instructor and a meditation teacher. In my current practice, I specialize in working with boys and young men between ages 10 and 30.
Trials and tribulations do not discriminate. Life can be tough, but I believe that those same trials that can break us, can also grow us. My name is Kathleen Dodson, and I have been practicing social work since 2016 and graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore. I live in southern Maryland and am a mom to two young boys. I believe that one of the most important components of therapy is having rapport with my clients. We are all unique, and there is no one correct approach to healing.
Trials and tribulations do not discriminate. Life can be tough, but I believe that those same trials that can break us, can also grow us. My name is Kathleen Dodson, and I have been practicing social work since 2016 and graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore. I live in southern Maryland and am a mom to two young boys. I believe that one of the most important components of therapy is having rapport with my clients. We are all unique, and there is no one correct approach to healing.
Dr. Jennifer Shepard Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046 (Online Only)
Are you stuck? Do you feel like a deer in headlights? Do you feel like you are moving through life just surviving, not really living? Are you constantly dealing with emergencies and putting out fires in your life but never really getting anything you want to do accomplished? Or do you feel lost and without direction, like a ship in the middle of a storm? Sometimes life is hard and painful. And sometimes, the pain or the trauma we have suffered stops us dead in our tracks and keeps us from moving forward. This can be worse for Blacks or those that are being triggered by racial or systemic trauma. Struggling can tire us out!
Are you stuck? Do you feel like a deer in headlights? Do you feel like you are moving through life just surviving, not really living? Are you constantly dealing with emergencies and putting out fires in your life but never really getting anything you want to do accomplished? Or do you feel lost and without direction, like a ship in the middle of a storm? Sometimes life is hard and painful. And sometimes, the pain or the trauma we have suffered stops us dead in our tracks and keeps us from moving forward. This can be worse for Blacks or those that are being triggered by racial or systemic trauma. Struggling can tire us out!
Working with couples and young adults to help them reach their goals and feel satisfied in their lives and relationships.
Working with couples and young adults to help them reach their goals and feel satisfied in their lives and relationships.
Hello! My name is Taylor Liggins, LCPC and provide therapy in Maryland. I studied Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University for my Master's Degree and Psychology at American University for my Bachelor's Degree. I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health. I have worked with clients helping them navigate their issues associated with pregnancy & postpartum, life stressors, anxiety, stress, depression, mood swings, trauma, relationship difficulties, etc. My treatment approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, solution based therapy, and person centered therapy.
Hello! My name is Taylor Liggins, LCPC and provide therapy in Maryland. I studied Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University for my Master's Degree and Psychology at American University for my Bachelor's Degree. I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health. I have worked with clients helping them navigate their issues associated with pregnancy & postpartum, life stressors, anxiety, stress, depression, mood swings, trauma, relationship difficulties, etc. My treatment approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, solution based therapy, and person centered therapy.
Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21046
My name is Diane Brumfield and I am a psychotherapist and owner of Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC in Columbia, Maryland. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Throughout my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic support from their school system.
My name is Diane Brumfield and I am a psychotherapist and owner of Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC in Columbia, Maryland. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Throughout my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic support from their school system.
Life is hard. We all have unique challenges to face, and sometimes to overcome our challenges we need the helping hand of another. While reaching out for help can feel overwhelming in itself, it is well worth the effort. We all deserve to reach our highest potential and live our best lives. Counseling can help you do just that.
Life is hard. We all have unique challenges to face, and sometimes to overcome our challenges we need the helping hand of another. While reaching out for help can feel overwhelming in itself, it is well worth the effort. We all deserve to reach our highest potential and live our best lives. Counseling can help you do just that.
Melissa L Kramer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045
Are your ready to unlock your potential? Are you ready to live a life of purpose & connection? The process of change is possible & usually begins with an honest exploration of your past to understand your present. My style is collaborative, rooted in a strong therapeutic relationship & direct. Taking ownership of one's actions is essential. I specialize in addiction, & also treat mood disorders, adjustment disorders, grief, co-occurring disorders, & more. I believe we strive to find meaning in life, & that connection to others is essential. There is more than one path to recovery, & the past does not have to define you. Ready?
Are your ready to unlock your potential? Are you ready to live a life of purpose & connection? The process of change is possible & usually begins with an honest exploration of your past to understand your present. My style is collaborative, rooted in a strong therapeutic relationship & direct. Taking ownership of one's actions is essential. I specialize in addiction, & also treat mood disorders, adjustment disorders, grief, co-occurring disorders, & more. I believe we strive to find meaning in life, & that connection to others is essential. There is more than one path to recovery, & the past does not have to define you. Ready?
Varghese Joseph
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ERYT300
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with attention and focus? Feeling low energy and have you lost interest in activities that you used to enjoy? Do you feel like something is happening within you that is holding you back from being your true self? Is this affecting your relationship with your family, friends or career? Do you feel like you can’t continue like this anymore and want to change? Yes, the change will happen. You made the right decision to seek help. In these difficult situations the best choice is to find a person who is trained in helping and who can establish a professional relationship with you to help.
Are you struggling with attention and focus? Feeling low energy and have you lost interest in activities that you used to enjoy? Do you feel like something is happening within you that is holding you back from being your true self? Is this affecting your relationship with your family, friends or career? Do you feel like you can’t continue like this anymore and want to change? Yes, the change will happen. You made the right decision to seek help. In these difficult situations the best choice is to find a person who is trained in helping and who can establish a professional relationship with you to help.
Christina Wagoner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21043
I work with clients of many needs and backgrounds; however my specialties include trauma, grief, infertility, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem and communication problems. My goal is to help my clients learn to cope with the problems and stress they may be experiencing and to help them identify ways to alleviate these issues, learn more about themselves, achieve their goals, create more more fulfilling personal relationships and improve overall health. While my physical office is located in Ellicott City I offer teletherapy allowing me to be available to clients across Maryland.
I work with clients of many needs and backgrounds; however my specialties include trauma, grief, infertility, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem and communication problems. My goal is to help my clients learn to cope with the problems and stress they may be experiencing and to help them identify ways to alleviate these issues, learn more about themselves, achieve their goals, create more more fulfilling personal relationships and improve overall health. While my physical office is located in Ellicott City I offer teletherapy allowing me to be available to clients across Maryland.
Caroline Gomes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you a young intuitive woman struggling to envision your future? Are you feeling anxious or stuck? Have you been hurt or traumatized? Feel like your full potential is unreachable? Or frustrated with life? Be still. Breathe. Seek deep within, for YOU are the Guru. And you have the power to change things! Are you ready to transform your life, by feeling fulfilled in life and your relationships? Are you ready to explore and journey into your own unique expression of self? Are you ready to tap into your magick and blessings? Become a new radiant you with my support and guidance! All of you is welcome.
Are you a young intuitive woman struggling to envision your future? Are you feeling anxious or stuck? Have you been hurt or traumatized? Feel like your full potential is unreachable? Or frustrated with life? Be still. Breathe. Seek deep within, for YOU are the Guru. And you have the power to change things! Are you ready to transform your life, by feeling fulfilled in life and your relationships? Are you ready to explore and journey into your own unique expression of self? Are you ready to tap into your magick and blessings? Become a new radiant you with my support and guidance! All of you is welcome.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
North Laurel, MD 20723 (Online Only)
Do you feel lost, overwhelmed or simply need someone to talk to? I am here to listen. I specialize in helping people navigate life's ups and downs, depression, anxiety, grief, with a focus on healing, empowerment, personal growth, and resilience. I believe that therapy should be as unique as you, therefore we will work alongside to find out what works best for you. Together, we will create a supportive space where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, making positive changes feel more attainable. Feel free to contact me, and let's explore whether I can be the companion you are seeking on your path to well-being.
Do you feel lost, overwhelmed or simply need someone to talk to? I am here to listen. I specialize in helping people navigate life's ups and downs, depression, anxiety, grief, with a focus on healing, empowerment, personal growth, and resilience. I believe that therapy should be as unique as you, therefore we will work alongside to find out what works best for you. Together, we will create a supportive space where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, making positive changes feel more attainable. Feel free to contact me, and let's explore whether I can be the companion you are seeking on your path to well-being.
Marcie Alayne Lovell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Waitlist for new clients
CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS. I've been in the social worker field since 1996 working with adults, children, and families. I worked in the foster and adoption field for over 18 years and I specialize in attachment related issues and early childhood trauma. I work with people experiencing anxiety, mood disorders and adjustment related issues as well as phase of life issues, grief and work/life balance. In working with my clients, I use a direct, supportive, and interactive approach. In addition to my work as a social worker, I am also fitness instructor and I promote an overall sense of well-being, both physically and mentally.
CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS. I've been in the social worker field since 1996 working with adults, children, and families. I worked in the foster and adoption field for over 18 years and I specialize in attachment related issues and early childhood trauma. I work with people experiencing anxiety, mood disorders and adjustment related issues as well as phase of life issues, grief and work/life balance. In working with my clients, I use a direct, supportive, and interactive approach. In addition to my work as a social worker, I am also fitness instructor and I promote an overall sense of well-being, both physically and mentally.
Felisha C Pierce
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MFC-MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
Providing collaborative efforts to help assist individuals who may be navigating through challenging times and are in need of support. In life there are moments of uncertainty and unpredictability that may yield the need for specific guidance that is unique to the individual or family. I am able to offer warm concern that is focused on achieving personal change and growth goals. My ultimate purpose is to connect, understand, and grow therapeutic relationships that are tailored to the needs and desires of the client as a tool to encourage, motivate, and empower the building of self-growth and effective development.
Providing collaborative efforts to help assist individuals who may be navigating through challenging times and are in need of support. In life there are moments of uncertainty and unpredictability that may yield the need for specific guidance that is unique to the individual or family. I am able to offer warm concern that is focused on achieving personal change and growth goals. My ultimate purpose is to connect, understand, and grow therapeutic relationships that are tailored to the needs and desires of the client as a tool to encourage, motivate, and empower the building of self-growth and effective development.
Tiffany Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CMIP
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
Let's keep it real. Self work is difficult. Yet, you realized that you want to do things differently in your life. Keep going!! You want to once again experience happiness, a sense of control, a sense of peace, but are unsure how to get those things back. At times the picture seems blurry. It is difficult to see hope or even positives in lieu of emotional distress. Let me help you to clearly define the change you want to make to live a life of fulfillment. Through self-exploration we create hope, define our preferred future, and lessen fear. Add in a strong therapeutic relationship, and together, we create real change!
Let's keep it real. Self work is difficult. Yet, you realized that you want to do things differently in your life. Keep going!! You want to once again experience happiness, a sense of control, a sense of peace, but are unsure how to get those things back. At times the picture seems blurry. It is difficult to see hope or even positives in lieu of emotional distress. Let me help you to clearly define the change you want to make to live a life of fulfillment. Through self-exploration we create hope, define our preferred future, and lessen fear. Add in a strong therapeutic relationship, and together, we create real change!
SeunCares Therapy Center
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Jessup, MD 20794 (Online Only)
At SeunCares Therapy Center Inc., our goal is to provide compassionate and quality mental health therapy using a person-centered approach to help you achieve your therapy goals in a nonjudgmental and safe therapeutic environment. We believe that you have the inner strength to overcome your challenges and to define your own life.
At SeunCares Therapy Center Inc., our goal is to provide compassionate and quality mental health therapy using a person-centered approach to help you achieve your therapy goals in a nonjudgmental and safe therapeutic environment. We believe that you have the inner strength to overcome your challenges and to define your own life.
Marie Celano
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCPS
Verified Verified
Clarksville, MD 21029 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort. I will work closely with you to help you determine what is causing you the most distress. I am committed to providing a secure, non-judgmental relationship. Together we can plan a course of transformation.
I believe that counseling is a collaborative effort. I will work closely with you to help you determine what is causing you the most distress. I am committed to providing a secure, non-judgmental relationship. Together we can plan a course of transformation.
I strive to get to know and understand the unique qualities you possess to best help you on your journey of growth and healing. I employ a person centered and strengths-based approach where I get to know and understand you as an individual and your life experiences. In therapy sessions, I incorporate a variety of techniques and modalities and tailor them to meet your specific needs.
I strive to get to know and understand the unique qualities you possess to best help you on your journey of growth and healing. I employ a person centered and strengths-based approach where I get to know and understand you as an individual and your life experiences. In therapy sessions, I incorporate a variety of techniques and modalities and tailor them to meet your specific needs.
Beatrice Aina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going” – Noam Shpancer, PHD. Sometimes in life we reach a point where we lose focus on the things critical to improving/maintaining our mental health and overall quality of life. I myself have once reached that point and it was then I realized the importance of having a strong network of support, including a therapist. I have come to learn that a tremendous amount of people feel alone, left out, or unheard; and so, I strive to create a safe space for people to be seen, heard, understood, and valued.
“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going” – Noam Shpancer, PHD. Sometimes in life we reach a point where we lose focus on the things critical to improving/maintaining our mental health and overall quality of life. I myself have once reached that point and it was then I realized the importance of having a strong network of support, including a therapist. I have come to learn that a tremendous amount of people feel alone, left out, or unheard; and so, I strive to create a safe space for people to be seen, heard, understood, and valued.
Jarvia Fishell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
A great beginning is sometimes at the point of what you thought would be the end of everything.” – Dodinsky Forty years of experience in the counseling profession and several decades more of life have helped me to see how the most difficult of times can lead to a positive and amazing transformation. “For just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.- Author Unknown” It is my desire to support people during these struggles to become the best person that they are intended to be.
A great beginning is sometimes at the point of what you thought would be the end of everything.” – Dodinsky Forty years of experience in the counseling profession and several decades more of life have helped me to see how the most difficult of times can lead to a positive and amazing transformation. “For just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.- Author Unknown” It is my desire to support people during these struggles to become the best person that they are intended to be.
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Number of Therapists in Howard County, MD
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Howard County, MD who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Depression |
| 71% | Relationship Issues |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Stress |
| 67% | Coping Skills |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 77% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 75% | CareFirst |
| 72% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Howard County, MD see their clients
| 52% | In Person and Online | |
| 48% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |