Gottman Method Therapists in Laurel, MD

Are you feeling stuck in your marriage? Feeling like you partnered with the wrong person? Struggling with perpetual issues? Not sure how to handle your partner’s cheating and lies? Considering whether you should stay or go? Do you need some clarity about past traumas that are disrupting your present and future? I can help you find answers without judgment. I can help to redirect your marriage and parent-child relationship, heal, and changing destructive behaviors. Does your marriage just need a tune-up? Ask about our RSC Love Lab, a fun group session where you can laugh and share with other couples while enriching your marriage.

Why struggle through life's challenges alone? Why not seek help today. I believe that each individual client has within themselves the power to change, live their ideal intended life, and maintain satisfying relationships. The counseling experience should provide an environment that is supportive, nonjudgemental, safe, and encouraging. Over my 15+ years of experience I have been known to challenge my clients to confront their issues, and develop the inner fortitude to deal with life's many challenges. If you're dealing with grief from the loss of a loved one, trauma, battling depression, anxiety, or stress, I can help.

Do you often find yourself compromising in relationships out of fear that your true self won’t be accepted? Are you uncertain about which aspects of yourself are “safe” to reveal? Perhaps cultural influences have led you to present a version of yourself that feels inauthentic. It can take time to unravel the cultural expectations, unwritten rules, and past traumas that make your true self feel distant. Let me support you on your journey to discovering your genuine self.

During difficult moments in life, it can be helpful to have adequate support to navigate through any hurdles you are facing. As a therapist, I provide a non-judgmental, safe and confidential space to all of my clients so that they truly feel validated. As a client of mine, I will meet you wherever you are with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. I can help you work through difficult personal issues, such as low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression. 24/7 receptionists are available to have you scheduled right away!

* I am currently unable to accept new clients* I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health and Pastoral Counseling. I expanded my 30 year Nursing career to increase the quality, depth, meaningfulness, and effectiveness of my interactions with clients. My tailored approach meets the needs of clients without judgment or prejudice, working to increase each client's emotional strength through structured, positive, and affirming therapeutic sessions.

Life's challenges can sometimes leave us feeling lost, anxious, or simply out of balance. If you're experiencing these emotions or facing issues like stress, trauma, grief, or depression, know that you're not alone. At Imara Counseling, we're here to guide you through. Our team of dedicated therapists is equipped to support children, teens, adults, and couples. With a blend of experience, educational backgrounds, and professional training, we ensure that you find the right therapist tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're seeking general counseling or specialized care, our team is ready to help.

Want to build more trust? Improve your communication? Heal from infidelity? Want to improve your intimate connection? We specialize in couples therapy. Our goal is to help couples grow together, enhance communication skills, and build a stronger foundation based on trust and commitment. It's our experience that couples can develop and maintain a healthy bond by developing shared meaning, fondness, admiration, and actively working toward enhancing their friendship. Through skill building such as conflict management and communication skills, couples will significantly increase the likelihood of staying together in long lasting fulfilling relationships.

I enjoy assisting individuals and couples through their journey toward personal enlightenment, often within a holistic approach. It is my passion to assist with the emotional growth process that comes with therapy. I am skilled at identifying patterns of dysfunction in behavior and thought, and guiding the cognitive processes to ensure positive outcomes. As a result, my ideal client is ready for change and willing to do the work required to embark upon the path toward healing and growth.

You are so brave for stepping up to the plate to improve your life; to attain greater balance, achieve your goals, enhance your self-assurance, learn your strengths, and to feel empowered to live fully! I love working with adults who struggle with trying to manage it all. Between work, parenting, relationships, socializing with friends, and maintaining a meaningful spiritual life, many adults are just plain exhausted. You desire to feel greater peace with it all and to start enjoying life again. I see you and I hear you, and I cannot wait for us to work together so you can discover your needs and finally meet your goals.

Welcome! Are you ready to try something different? Have you struggled with feelings of uncertainty, hopelessness, confusion or even fear during these unprecedented times? Maybe you’re facing a conflict, having trouble coping with a traumatic experience or feel overwhelmed navigating through life’s daily tasks. Whether it’s your first time seeking therapeutic services or returning after some time away, choosing to become a healthier you is the first step to living a more fulfilling life. ACCEPTING NEW TELEHEALTH CLIENTS..

When you are looking for a therapist, that decision often comes during times of crisis. This loss of balance and connection makes it hard to make decisions or trust anyone. But as you take this first step, I will honor your trust with a relationship that is free of judgement and focused on finding your foundation. Whether you are coping with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, life transition, relationship or marital issues, we can work together to make things better. I bring to the table a deep knowledge of a diverse set of treatment methods that allow me to tailor your therapy uniquely to your personality, challenges and life.

My goal as a therapist is to help you reach a deeper understanding of your struggles and to help create awareness in your life. My belief is once these strengths are recognized and practiced, we can begin working towards our greater potential and begin the healing process or better management of our daily life. I believe people are resilient and have the capacity to heal, if we choose to. I teach practical skills and provide tools that you, you and your partner, child(ren), and family can use every day.

I am a mental health therapist and relationship specialist with over twenty years of experience in counseling, mentoring, and Christian counseling. As a therapist, I believe in living life purposefully but also understand that mental and emotional distress can be a barrier to healthy living. I work with individuals, couples, and families who need emotional support and practical tools to navigate challenges that create emotional distress and dysfunction in their personal, relational, and professional relationships.

Accepting New Couples. Every couple needs a safe space to discuss their relationship, develop communication skills, and learn how to resolve concerns. Therapy is that safe place. Couples can express thoughts/feelings and obtain tools to manage relationship challenges. Couples counseling will begin with a Relationship Assessment to determine your relationship needs and goals. Therapy helps couples to grow closer through the process of communication, relationship coaching, and insightful homework assignments. Schedule a free consult here: www.Inspiringcounseling.net

I am a therapist with experience working with diverse populations. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most critical aspects of helping others with their healing process. I take a nonjudgmental approach and ensure your voice is honored, affirmed, and valued.

It is my belief that people possess inner wisdom and strength, allowing them to identify solutions for their lives. However, sometimes trauma, stress, and other issues may get in the way of coping with life's demands. As challenges arise, so does the need for support. As a therapist, I am deeply committed to empowering individuals to strengthen their connections with themselves and others.

**TeleHealth Counseling Available!** I bring authentic listening joined with the power of hope into the counseling relationship. When life brings its seasons of challenges and difficulties, I am confident that a road traveled together is the beginning of change. I believe in the uniqueness of individuals and without judgment, bring faith for the faithful and faithless. I compassionately help those struggling with relationship conflicts, self-esteem issues, trauma, addictions, partners suffering from sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, shame and spiritual brokenness.