Depression Therapists in Linthicum Heights, MD
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Just Ducky Behavioral Health
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
We at Just Ducky Behavioral Health believe that therapy should be collaborative and while we bring the knowledge of psychology and distance from the situation you bring your own expertise. You are the expert on YOU!
We at Just Ducky Behavioral Health believe that therapy should be collaborative and while we bring the knowledge of psychology and distance from the situation you bring your own expertise. You are the expert on YOU!
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Shatera Kimbrough
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt like you don't matter? Lets make you a priority. When thinking of my ideal client I see myself working with individuals who are on a journey of self love, acceptance and understanding. This person might not know where to start or how to reinforce the needed tools for success. This person is also struggling to become the best version of themself and I am committed to this person even if they are having issues being committed to themself.
Have you ever felt like you don't matter? Lets make you a priority. When thinking of my ideal client I see myself working with individuals who are on a journey of self love, acceptance and understanding. This person might not know where to start or how to reinforce the needed tools for success. This person is also struggling to become the best version of themself and I am committed to this person even if they are having issues being committed to themself.
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Realistically, life comes with its ups and downs, mountains and valleys, and wins and losses. Therefore, my goal is to help you get through difficult life transitions with resiliency and courage! You have the ability to adapt to various circumstances and overcome challenges, and I can help you maneuver through that process.
Realistically, life comes with its ups and downs, mountains and valleys, and wins and losses. Therefore, my goal is to help you get through difficult life transitions with resiliency and courage! You have the ability to adapt to various circumstances and overcome challenges, and I can help you maneuver through that process.
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Dr. Faith Adebule | Transit Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Therapy can be a difficult step for most people to take, but you took your first step! At Transit Christian Counseling, we exist to provide comprehensive faith-based and clinically supported counseling to individuals and families to help navigate transitions and increase resilience. We hope to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to explore difficult transitions and openly communicate with your therapist about your thoughts and feelings. Our clients are looking for someone to listen and help them navigate difficult transitions in their lives. They desire growth and are looking to become better versions of themselves.
Therapy can be a difficult step for most people to take, but you took your first step! At Transit Christian Counseling, we exist to provide comprehensive faith-based and clinically supported counseling to individuals and families to help navigate transitions and increase resilience. We hope to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to explore difficult transitions and openly communicate with your therapist about your thoughts and feelings. Our clients are looking for someone to listen and help them navigate difficult transitions in their lives. They desire growth and are looking to become better versions of themselves.
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Nerd Adventure Therapy 20
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Do you relate to the world through your Nerdy interests? Do you love to watch anime, play video games, or play tabletop role-playing games? Do you feel that being a Nerd/Geek is part of who you are and how you cope with the world? If this sounds like you, whether you are a teen or just young at heart, my practice is for you! I incorporate Geek and Nerd culture into both my individual therapy and my group therapy! I believe that nerdy interests can help us make sense of the world just like music or art. I treat both individual clients as well as run Therapeauticallly Applied- Role Playing Game Social Skills groups!
Do you relate to the world through your Nerdy interests? Do you love to watch anime, play video games, or play tabletop role-playing games? Do you feel that being a Nerd/Geek is part of who you are and how you cope with the world? If this sounds like you, whether you are a teen or just young at heart, my practice is for you! I incorporate Geek and Nerd culture into both my individual therapy and my group therapy! I believe that nerdy interests can help us make sense of the world just like music or art. I treat both individual clients as well as run Therapeauticallly Applied- Role Playing Game Social Skills groups!
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BeMindFul Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, OMHC, IOP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Welcome to BeMindFul Counseling Center, where we're far from your typical mental health clinic. Here, we offer a variety of services, including therapy, psychiatry, and holistic care, all aimed at guiding you on your unique healing journey. Our compassionate team is here to empower you. We're not just experts; we're your partners on this path to well-being. We understand that life can be tough, and taking that first step toward support can be daunting. That's why we've made it easy by offering flexible appointments and electronic documentation to help reduce the anxiety of getting started.
Welcome to BeMindFul Counseling Center, where we're far from your typical mental health clinic. Here, we offer a variety of services, including therapy, psychiatry, and holistic care, all aimed at guiding you on your unique healing journey. Our compassionate team is here to empower you. We're not just experts; we're your partners on this path to well-being. We understand that life can be tough, and taking that first step toward support can be daunting. That's why we've made it easy by offering flexible appointments and electronic documentation to help reduce the anxiety of getting started.
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Over 30 Years of experience: Create success in sobriety, marriage, family and professional lives. Launch young people into promising careers. Reclaim your life from addiction. Greive effectively and accept serious illness of self and loved ones. Recover joy of living after tragedy and trauma. Stay together or divorce thoughtfully.
Over 30 Years of experience: Create success in sobriety, marriage, family and professional lives. Launch young people into promising careers. Reclaim your life from addiction. Greive effectively and accept serious illness of self and loved ones. Recover joy of living after tragedy and trauma. Stay together or divorce thoughtfully.
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Joseph Bullock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 (Online Only)
Joseph Bullock is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who treats a wide range of mental health issues in adults. Dr. Bullock has over 30 years of experience as a professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and administrator. His professional background includes serving as the Director of Substance Abuse Services for the Arlington County Department of Human Services in Arlington, Virginia. He has also worked as a consultant to the United States Navy providing training and clinical supervision services to counselors in the Washington D.C. area, and has provided workshops on mental health and substance abuse.
Joseph Bullock is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who treats a wide range of mental health issues in adults. Dr. Bullock has over 30 years of experience as a professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and administrator. His professional background includes serving as the Director of Substance Abuse Services for the Arlington County Department of Human Services in Arlington, Virginia. He has also worked as a consultant to the United States Navy providing training and clinical supervision services to counselors in the Washington D.C. area, and has provided workshops on mental health and substance abuse.
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Ayodoyin Olorunsola
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Not accepting new clients
Life can be stressful and throw a lot of unexpected challenges at us. These stressors can throw our emotions off balance. Using a holistic approach my experience in helping individuals, couples, and families in managing life challenges, emotions, and behaviors will empower you to be the best version of yourself. Through counseling, you will be given the tools and skills needed to overcome these challenges.
Life can be stressful and throw a lot of unexpected challenges at us. These stressors can throw our emotions off balance. Using a holistic approach my experience in helping individuals, couples, and families in managing life challenges, emotions, and behaviors will empower you to be the best version of yourself. Through counseling, you will be given the tools and skills needed to overcome these challenges.
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Connected Counseling, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
“I’m responsible. I’m not good enough. I’m not safe.” These messages replay in your mind during conflict, in relationships, at your job, or in your day to day. These thoughts make it hard to set boundaries in your family or relationships, pursue your interests, passions, or personal goals without guilt, or feel connected to your emotions. These core beliefs developed throughout your life but they do not have to define your present.
“I’m responsible. I’m not good enough. I’m not safe.” These messages replay in your mind during conflict, in relationships, at your job, or in your day to day. These thoughts make it hard to set boundaries in your family or relationships, pursue your interests, passions, or personal goals without guilt, or feel connected to your emotions. These core beliefs developed throughout your life but they do not have to define your present.
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Wyvonne Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21240
I strive to assist clients with bouncing back from life experiences such as unhealthy relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, identity/ spiritual issues.
I am a licensed professional counselor who is a Christian. I understand how important it is to have a Christian counselor. If this is something you want to integrate into your counseling process, I am able to do this and can use the Bible and your relationship with God to help you with whatever struggles you have. Integrating God and your beliefs is not a requirement to have counseling, but it is something I can offer. I respect your faith and denominational differences. I don’t have an agenda nor am I preachy. I am EAGALA certified.
I strive to assist clients with bouncing back from life experiences such as unhealthy relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, identity/ spiritual issues.
I am a licensed professional counselor who is a Christian. I understand how important it is to have a Christian counselor. If this is something you want to integrate into your counseling process, I am able to do this and can use the Bible and your relationship with God to help you with whatever struggles you have. Integrating God and your beliefs is not a requirement to have counseling, but it is something I can offer. I respect your faith and denominational differences. I don’t have an agenda nor am I preachy. I am EAGALA certified.
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I offer counseling to deaf and hard of hearing adults, CODAs and ASL interpreters regarding depression or other mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma related concerns.
I specialize in counseling Deaf and hard of hearing adults ages 18 and up. I am fluent in American Sign Language. I also provide counseling to CODAs and ASL interpreters. As a therapist with more than 32 years of experience, I can help you work through your life challenges, whether it may be coping with depression, anxiety, grief or other life issues. Together, we can develop solutions to help you get back on track and regain hope in your life.
I offer counseling to deaf and hard of hearing adults, CODAs and ASL interpreters regarding depression or other mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma related concerns.
I specialize in counseling Deaf and hard of hearing adults ages 18 and up. I am fluent in American Sign Language. I also provide counseling to CODAs and ASL interpreters. As a therapist with more than 32 years of experience, I can help you work through your life challenges, whether it may be coping with depression, anxiety, grief or other life issues. Together, we can develop solutions to help you get back on track and regain hope in your life.
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Compassionate Grace Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
Compassionate Grace Counseling Center is a Christian counseling program. It is our mission to provide quality counseling services from a compassionate, professional perspective in order to empower individuals, families, and youth to take control of their emotional health by providing clients with the recovery skills needed to thrive. This is accomplished through education, counseling, motivation, skills training, and participation in the treatment of unhealthy behaviors. Specialties include: Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Trauma/PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, Mood Disorders, Thought Disorders, and Weight Loss.
Compassionate Grace Counseling Center is a Christian counseling program. It is our mission to provide quality counseling services from a compassionate, professional perspective in order to empower individuals, families, and youth to take control of their emotional health by providing clients with the recovery skills needed to thrive. This is accomplished through education, counseling, motivation, skills training, and participation in the treatment of unhealthy behaviors. Specialties include: Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Trauma/PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, Mood Disorders, Thought Disorders, and Weight Loss.
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Are you experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ADD, Disruptive Mood disorder/impulse control, trauma, grief, anger management, family conflict, and adjustment disorder.
Telehealth sessions only. Currently have a waitlist. You will experience a strong, supportive, and caring therapeutic relationship. If you have been feeling hopeless, sad, loss of interest in activities, wanting help with changing negative behaviors with you or your child than you have come to the right place G.E.M.S. Psychotherapy with Takea Johnson, LCPC. I work with individuals and families of all ages. I use an integrated approach to counseling drawing from a client-centered, and cognitive behavioral foundation.
Are you experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ADD, Disruptive Mood disorder/impulse control, trauma, grief, anger management, family conflict, and adjustment disorder.
Telehealth sessions only. Currently have a waitlist. You will experience a strong, supportive, and caring therapeutic relationship. If you have been feeling hopeless, sad, loss of interest in activities, wanting help with changing negative behaviors with you or your child than you have come to the right place G.E.M.S. Psychotherapy with Takea Johnson, LCPC. I work with individuals and families of all ages. I use an integrated approach to counseling drawing from a client-centered, and cognitive behavioral foundation.
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Margo S. Claybrooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21227 (Online Only)
My specialty is treating Relationship Stressors, Anxiety, and Depression.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are uncertain but ready and willing to do the work to solve the solvable problems and learn the tools to cope with those that are more complex. Clients and couples who are opened and willing to receive insight and another perspective are likely to have the ability to be aware of both their contribution to the problem and its solution; and are invested in addressing their behavior. They are also more willing to consider new ideas and be open to new ways of solving problems. Does this sound like you? If so, I would love to take this journey with you. Together we can unpack and process.
My specialty is treating Relationship Stressors, Anxiety, and Depression.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are uncertain but ready and willing to do the work to solve the solvable problems and learn the tools to cope with those that are more complex. Clients and couples who are opened and willing to receive insight and another perspective are likely to have the ability to be aware of both their contribution to the problem and its solution; and are invested in addressing their behavior. They are also more willing to consider new ideas and be open to new ways of solving problems. Does this sound like you? If so, I would love to take this journey with you. Together we can unpack and process.
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Lester Lee Burney
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, HS-BCP, CSAM, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21225
I specialize in working with adults with an array of mental health and adjustment issues including: Depression, Trauma, Mood/Adjustment Disorders, Anger Management, Conflict Resolution, Family Conflict/Dysfunction.
Counseling and therapy services should be approached as a collaborative effort between the counselor and client with the purpose of establishing and achieving goals mutually agreed upon. The goal is seeking to help the client address, resolve, and cope with issues that are affecting their wellness and ability to thrive in life. I work with clients who are experiencing life stressors that are causing distress in their lives that require therapeutic interventions and specified therapy approaches.
I specialize in working with adults with an array of mental health and adjustment issues including: Depression, Trauma, Mood/Adjustment Disorders, Anger Management, Conflict Resolution, Family Conflict/Dysfunction.
Counseling and therapy services should be approached as a collaborative effort between the counselor and client with the purpose of establishing and achieving goals mutually agreed upon. The goal is seeking to help the client address, resolve, and cope with issues that are affecting their wellness and ability to thrive in life. I work with clients who are experiencing life stressors that are causing distress in their lives that require therapeutic interventions and specified therapy approaches.
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Christina McCarthy - Counseling On Call
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21224
I provide trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Hi, I’m Christina! I believe that with the right support, we all have the capacity for positive change. My goal is to hold a safe and empowering space throughout your healing journey. Together we will focus on your strengths, identify unhelpful patterns, and build skills that allow you to create a life that feels authentic and sustainable.
I provide trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Hi, I’m Christina! I believe that with the right support, we all have the capacity for positive change. My goal is to hold a safe and empowering space throughout your healing journey. Together we will focus on your strengths, identify unhelpful patterns, and build skills that allow you to create a life that feels authentic and sustainable.
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Maddy Lupinek - Counseling on Call
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21224
Hi, my name is Maddy! I am a dedicated therapist who quickly learned to love helping clients of all ages/backgrounds feel comfortable in the therapeutic process. As I know therapy can be intimidating, and confusing to some people I pride myself on making my clients feel comfortable every step of the way. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress related symptoms through the use of CBT, motivational interviewing and mindfulness techniques as well as many others. I always tell my clients that we work as a team, and learn together as we go.
Hi, my name is Maddy! I am a dedicated therapist who quickly learned to love helping clients of all ages/backgrounds feel comfortable in the therapeutic process. As I know therapy can be intimidating, and confusing to some people I pride myself on making my clients feel comfortable every step of the way. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress related symptoms through the use of CBT, motivational interviewing and mindfulness techniques as well as many others. I always tell my clients that we work as a team, and learn together as we go.
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Jess Lee Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21228 (Online Only)
Are you anxious, depressed, or struggling in your relationships? Are you feeling fed up or on edge? Many people experience these issues and you are not alone! Are you ready to find relief and relaxation? Together, we can work on bringing back that best version of you. I know how hard it can be to feel connected to people, especially during these last few years. I strive to provide a safe space to support you in overcoming your struggles.
Are you anxious, depressed, or struggling in your relationships? Are you feeling fed up or on edge? Many people experience these issues and you are not alone! Are you ready to find relief and relaxation? Together, we can work on bringing back that best version of you. I know how hard it can be to feel connected to people, especially during these last few years. I strive to provide a safe space to support you in overcoming your struggles.
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Divine Touch Therapeutic Counseling and Mentoring
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21225
I can help you understand why depression hurts so much and why no one else understands your pain and how to deal with difficult people in your life while you keep your sanity and be at peace within your self.
I am a compassionate, solution-oriented therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative treatment plans for children, adolescents and adults dealing with behavioral and/or mental health disorder. I expertise in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) for a lasting solution to my client's struggles. I enjoy working with clients through the process of healing and helping them to be in control of their treatment while necessary guidance is provided for an optimum outcome.
I can help you understand why depression hurts so much and why no one else understands your pain and how to deal with difficult people in your life while you keep your sanity and be at peace within your self.
I am a compassionate, solution-oriented therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative treatment plans for children, adolescents and adults dealing with behavioral and/or mental health disorder. I expertise in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) for a lasting solution to my client's struggles. I enjoy working with clients through the process of healing and helping them to be in control of their treatment while necessary guidance is provided for an optimum outcome.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.