Humanistic Therapists in Laurel, MD
I offer more of a humanistic approach.
My ideal client is that young man figuring out where to start in this big world. It can get overwhelming managing life and finding out where you fit in. No one seems to understands your struggle and the reason why things get difficult for you. Its even more disheartening because you are actually trying. There's anxiety, self esteem and self worth issues that come up. All areas in which I specialize in helping with.
I offer more of a humanistic approach.
My ideal client is that young man figuring out where to start in this big world. It can get overwhelming managing life and finding out where you fit in. No one seems to understands your struggle and the reason why things get difficult for you. Its even more disheartening because you are actually trying. There's anxiety, self esteem and self worth issues that come up. All areas in which I specialize in helping with.
In addition, Robert’s approaches include strength-based/ humanistic, narrative, and multicultural to meet historically underserved clients, of color, first-generation young professionals, and anyone willing to grow and heal.
Robert has ten years working in educational settings, half spent as an academic counselor, foster youth case manager, and clinical counselor. Robert has experience working with teens and early adult populations experiencing low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, and relationship issues. Robert has experience at a community-based site and university psychological counseling center utilizing CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care modalities.
In addition, Robert’s approaches include strength-based/ humanistic, narrative, and multicultural to meet historically underserved clients, of color, first-generation young professionals, and anyone willing to grow and heal.
Robert has ten years working in educational settings, half spent as an academic counselor, foster youth case manager, and clinical counselor. Robert has experience working with teens and early adult populations experiencing low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, and relationship issues. Robert has experience at a community-based site and university psychological counseling center utilizing CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care modalities.
Lotus Healing Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707 (Online Only)
Often, we find ourselves needing support, understanding, and empathy. We experience array of emotions like anger, hurt, frustration and loneliness. I can support you to let go of patterns of behaviors and narratives that no longer serve a purpose for you, and guide you to insightfulness, clarity, and acceptance in your life. Through my humanistic, intuitive, and caring matter, you can learn to nurture a more soulful deeper, loving connection with yourself and others. Together we will work toward a fulfilling, purposeful and enjoyable present.
Often, we find ourselves needing support, understanding, and empathy. We experience array of emotions like anger, hurt, frustration and loneliness. I can support you to let go of patterns of behaviors and narratives that no longer serve a purpose for you, and guide you to insightfulness, clarity, and acceptance in your life. Through my humanistic, intuitive, and caring matter, you can learn to nurture a more soulful deeper, loving connection with yourself and others. Together we will work toward a fulfilling, purposeful and enjoyable present.
Dr. David Defoe
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20708
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.
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.
Are you still struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing seems to be working? Well, Lifestyle for Better Living have the tools just for you. We use psychotherapy with exposure therapy to get to the core of your problem. We use Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), breathing techniques, and mindfulness to teach you how to manage depression and anxiety. With these skills, you will be able to manage your daily activities and begin to reach your fullest potential.
Are you still struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you feel like you have tried everything and nothing seems to be working? Well, Lifestyle for Better Living have the tools just for you. We use psychotherapy with exposure therapy to get to the core of your problem. We use Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), breathing techniques, and mindfulness to teach you how to manage depression and anxiety. With these skills, you will be able to manage your daily activities and begin to reach your fullest potential.
Positive Transformations
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
With over 10 years of experience in the field and in various settings including schools, community-based, child welfare, the justice system, and in hospitals both emergency and psychiatric care, has allowed me to build a specific skill set and expertise in managing issues surrounding grief and loss, anxiety, depression, work-related stress, equity, mood disorders, interpersonal issues, victim awareness, anger management, abuse, trauma, and ADHD. Sometimes we don’t realize how a little positivity can go a long way, until it is, that you're in need of support.
With over 10 years of experience in the field and in various settings including schools, community-based, child welfare, the justice system, and in hospitals both emergency and psychiatric care, has allowed me to build a specific skill set and expertise in managing issues surrounding grief and loss, anxiety, depression, work-related stress, equity, mood disorders, interpersonal issues, victim awareness, anger management, abuse, trauma, and ADHD. Sometimes we don’t realize how a little positivity can go a long way, until it is, that you're in need of support.
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. Our team of 26 dedicated therapists are 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, we can help. We are committed to responding to all inquiries made on our website within 24 business hours.
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. Our team of 26 dedicated therapists are 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, we can help. We are committed to responding to all inquiries made on our website within 24 business hours.
Allison E Zimmerman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20708 (Online Only)
Has life taken some unexpected twists and turns? Do you often wonder, “How can I make things better?” There are lots of strategies out there to work through various issues. I have found that one size does not fit all when it comes to what works. My goal is to work with clients to figure out what is useful for each person or couple that I see.
Has life taken some unexpected twists and turns? Do you often wonder, “How can I make things better?” There are lots of strategies out there to work through various issues. I have found that one size does not fit all when it comes to what works. My goal is to work with clients to figure out what is useful for each person or couple that I see.
Kristina Gilbertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707 (Online Only)
Listening to clients during early career work as an attorney and then for over 20 years as a psychotherapist shaped my nonjudgmental, analytic approach to understanding and working on issues and concerns. Telehealth sessions with me offer you a safe, private, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings around medical, emotional and situational challenges in home, work, school, or social settings. Focusing on you, we develop a working partnership and create a plan to develop and work on your goals, improve your relationships with others, and increase your ability to manage stress and negative emotions more effectively.
Listening to clients during early career work as an attorney and then for over 20 years as a psychotherapist shaped my nonjudgmental, analytic approach to understanding and working on issues and concerns. Telehealth sessions with me offer you a safe, private, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings around medical, emotional and situational challenges in home, work, school, or social settings. Focusing on you, we develop a working partnership and create a plan to develop and work on your goals, improve your relationships with others, and increase your ability to manage stress and negative emotions more effectively.
Noah's Ark Counseling & Education Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, MA, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707
Have you ever experienced anxious or sad feelings that seem unshakeable? In this fast-paced world, children and adults often "mask" their feelings at work, school, and home. Left unresolved, challenges often snowball and leave some feeling disorganized, unmotivated, and hopeless. Our goal is to support clients, enhance their skills, and give them tools to deal with various transitions and challenges at school, work, and home,
Have you ever experienced anxious or sad feelings that seem unshakeable? In this fast-paced world, children and adults often "mask" their feelings at work, school, and home. Left unresolved, challenges often snowball and leave some feeling disorganized, unmotivated, and hopeless. Our goal is to support clients, enhance their skills, and give them tools to deal with various transitions and challenges at school, work, and home,
Accepting new clients. In person and telehealth sessions available! Are you STUCK in unhealthy relationships with yourself, your family, and maybe even your friends? Have you ever said to yourself “How did I get here again?” Do you have difficulty saying “no?” Unhealthy relationships can leave us heartbroken and unfulfilled. We spend countless amounts of energy trying to figure out where we went wrong all to no avail. We become sad, angry, jaded and defeated. Sometimes we give up on relationships all together. It hurts to much to stay and we are too afraid to change. We get STUCK between a rock and a hard place.
Accepting new clients. In person and telehealth sessions available! Are you STUCK in unhealthy relationships with yourself, your family, and maybe even your friends? Have you ever said to yourself “How did I get here again?” Do you have difficulty saying “no?” Unhealthy relationships can leave us heartbroken and unfulfilled. We spend countless amounts of energy trying to figure out where we went wrong all to no avail. We become sad, angry, jaded and defeated. Sometimes we give up on relationships all together. It hurts to much to stay and we are too afraid to change. We get STUCK between a rock and a hard place.
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Allison E Zimmerman
Rebecca Maria Schaffner Board Approved Supervisor
Ebony Bland
Janay is a graduate student at Bowie State University, studying mental health counseling. Janay received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Baltimore. She is a Resident Associate Therapist at The Therapy Nook. Janay has experience working with a variety of clients in a residential setting. Many of the diagnoses included anxiety disorders, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, and dual-diagnosis. She also has an interest in women’s health issues including PMS/PMDD, infertility, and perinatal challenges. Janay also has an interest in helping couples with premarital/marital counseling and family counseling.
Janay is a graduate student at Bowie State University, studying mental health counseling. Janay received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Baltimore. She is a Resident Associate Therapist at The Therapy Nook. Janay has experience working with a variety of clients in a residential setting. Many of the diagnoses included anxiety disorders, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, and dual-diagnosis. She also has an interest in women’s health issues including PMS/PMDD, infertility, and perinatal challenges. Janay also has an interest in helping couples with premarital/marital counseling and family counseling.
Angelique Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707 (Online Only)
Angelique Walker is an experienced Licensed Master Social Worker therapist working with clients in Maryland. She utilizes multiple Cognitive Behavioral Therapy modalities to include, DBT, CPT, STAIR, Seeking Safety, art processing therapy, Trauma Focused Yoga, empowerment strategies, PAIRS, CBT for Couples, psychodynamic approaches, and incorporates wellness and strengths-based faith in spirituality into her work with clients. She has specialized trainings in trauma-focused approaches to assist clients in meeting their goals through a lens of living a well balanced life. She is a lover of nature and advocate for all communities.
Angelique Walker is an experienced Licensed Master Social Worker therapist working with clients in Maryland. She utilizes multiple Cognitive Behavioral Therapy modalities to include, DBT, CPT, STAIR, Seeking Safety, art processing therapy, Trauma Focused Yoga, empowerment strategies, PAIRS, CBT for Couples, psychodynamic approaches, and incorporates wellness and strengths-based faith in spirituality into her work with clients. She has specialized trainings in trauma-focused approaches to assist clients in meeting their goals through a lens of living a well balanced life. She is a lover of nature and advocate for all communities.
Teri Tallent Burns
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707 (Online Only)
I believe that each one of us knows exactly how to heal ourselves; however, the message gets lost inside ourselves for various reasons. I see my job as merely helping the individual attain the clarity to see for themselves the choices they've made. Once they understand the unconscious decisions that drive their behavior they can begin to make positive changes.
My style is very relaxed and interactive. I try to create an environment that feels nonjudgmental and safe; where the individual feels cared about, encouraged and empowered.
I believe that each one of us knows exactly how to heal ourselves; however, the message gets lost inside ourselves for various reasons. I see my job as merely helping the individual attain the clarity to see for themselves the choices they've made. Once they understand the unconscious decisions that drive their behavior they can begin to make positive changes.
My style is very relaxed and interactive. I try to create an environment that feels nonjudgmental and safe; where the individual feels cared about, encouraged and empowered.
One Spirit Counseling is founded on my belief that everyone has the power to heal themselves. My goal in counseling is to help people find their power and connect with their ability to heal and become whole. In addition to my Pastoral Counseling degree from Loyola University, I have a Master of Public Health and am a Certified Health Education Specialist. My public health and education background speak to the physical, behavioral, and environmental health that each of us require to survive while my mental health and spiritual training help bring healing to emotional wounds.
One Spirit Counseling is founded on my belief that everyone has the power to heal themselves. My goal in counseling is to help people find their power and connect with their ability to heal and become whole. In addition to my Pastoral Counseling degree from Loyola University, I have a Master of Public Health and am a Certified Health Education Specialist. My public health and education background speak to the physical, behavioral, and environmental health that each of us require to survive while my mental health and spiritual training help bring healing to emotional wounds.
Tamara Lubliner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
I believe that therapy can open the door to having better relationships and more options for ourselves. In a warm and respectful manner, I help you to navigate through life's challenges and transitions, developing the skills necessary for a more satisfying and creative life.
My work often focuses on your ability to have positive relationships with the significant people in your life, while staying true to your own self. Together, we explore how your past relationships and experiences may be impacting the present. You are then able to move beyond old patterns and take action to achieve greater fulfillment.
I believe that therapy can open the door to having better relationships and more options for ourselves. In a warm and respectful manner, I help you to navigate through life's challenges and transitions, developing the skills necessary for a more satisfying and creative life.
My work often focuses on your ability to have positive relationships with the significant people in your life, while staying true to your own self. Together, we explore how your past relationships and experiences may be impacting the present. You are then able to move beyond old patterns and take action to achieve greater fulfillment.
John J Nealon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
People just want to be happy. So I help my clients learn how to be healthy as individuals and how to have healthy relationships, too. It's been so rewarding for me to work with individuals and couples for the past 25 years. We explore how to be healthy physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. This wellness checklist can be applied to individual growth and healing, and to couples in marriage counseling, pre-marital, or relationship counseling as well. During this process, counseling addresses the symptoms, while therapy addresses the causes.
People just want to be happy. So I help my clients learn how to be healthy as individuals and how to have healthy relationships, too. It's been so rewarding for me to work with individuals and couples for the past 25 years. We explore how to be healthy physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. This wellness checklist can be applied to individual growth and healing, and to couples in marriage counseling, pre-marital, or relationship counseling as well. During this process, counseling addresses the symptoms, while therapy addresses the causes.
Out of the hundreds of therapists listed, how do you know who is right for you? Most likely, you’ll want to talk to an experienced therapist who understands how struggling with stress can lead to feeling depressed, moody, irritable or anxious. Whether, you’ve lost connection with your family or find yourself spending needless energy meeting the expectations of others; you’ll want to talk to a therapist who will help you feel safe and supported.
Out of the hundreds of therapists listed, how do you know who is right for you? Most likely, you’ll want to talk to an experienced therapist who understands how struggling with stress can lead to feeling depressed, moody, irritable or anxious. Whether, you’ve lost connection with your family or find yourself spending needless energy meeting the expectations of others; you’ll want to talk to a therapist who will help you feel safe and supported.
Rebecca Maria Schaffner Board Approved Supervisor
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
You have experienced trauma as a First Responder (EMT, Firefighter, Military, Law Enforcement etc), witnessed a terrible accident, struggle to cope with stress and anxiety, mood or adjustment due to immigration, racial discrimination, refugee status or identity concerns (LGBTQ, African-American). If these issues are affecting your social, home, family or work life too much, therapy with me can help in several ways!
You have experienced trauma as a First Responder (EMT, Firefighter, Military, Law Enforcement etc), witnessed a terrible accident, struggle to cope with stress and anxiety, mood or adjustment due to immigration, racial discrimination, refugee status or identity concerns (LGBTQ, African-American). If these issues are affecting your social, home, family or work life too much, therapy with me can help in several ways!
Phuong Tran
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
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.
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.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.