Adoption Therapists in Lutherville Timonium, MD
Women's issues, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption life-threatening/chronic illness are some of the concerns with which I can help.
When you choose a therapist you want to be sure to choose someone whom you know has the knowledge and range of experience to understand the issues with which you are dealing. You want to choose someone you will be comfortable walking with you, helping you as a guide to explore the path you are on, helping you to along the way explore the side-roads you may have missed. You also want someone who has the resources and experience to be able to give practical strategies and solutions when needed.
Women's issues, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption life-threatening/chronic illness are some of the concerns with which I can help.
When you choose a therapist you want to be sure to choose someone whom you know has the knowledge and range of experience to understand the issues with which you are dealing. You want to choose someone you will be comfortable walking with you, helping you as a guide to explore the path you are on, helping you to along the way explore the side-roads you may have missed. You also want someone who has the resources and experience to be able to give practical strategies and solutions when needed.
Angel L McCord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel seen, heard, validated, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive (infused with humor and lightness when appropriate). My goal is to hold space for you as a unique individual, allowing you to feel empowered to share your story and discover possibilities for change.
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel seen, heard, validated, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive (infused with humor and lightness when appropriate). My goal is to hold space for you as a unique individual, allowing you to feel empowered to share your story and discover possibilities for change.
Michael Serene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Hello! My name is Michael Serene, you can call me Mike, and I have been practicing in the helping profession for over thirty years- currently in practice with New Perspectives in Lutherville, Maryland. I am first and foremost a Professional Listener who looks forward to hearing your story in full confidence, and helping you find ways to achieve peace and contentment in your life. I believe every challenge in life deserves to be heard, and every person deserves support and professional, competent assistance in addressing those challenges.
Hello! My name is Michael Serene, you can call me Mike, and I have been practicing in the helping profession for over thirty years- currently in practice with New Perspectives in Lutherville, Maryland. I am first and foremost a Professional Listener who looks forward to hearing your story in full confidence, and helping you find ways to achieve peace and contentment in your life. I believe every challenge in life deserves to be heard, and every person deserves support and professional, competent assistance in addressing those challenges.
Gina Pursley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Hello and thank you for visiting my site. I'm a mature woman who has a passion for helping others obtain their best self. My experience is vast and successful including substance abuse, codependency, raising special needs children, couples work, anxiety and depression, trauma, as well as family and relationship issues. My schedule is six days a week and I also run substance abuse groups. Please feel free to call me and have a chat.
Hello and thank you for visiting my site. I'm a mature woman who has a passion for helping others obtain their best self. My experience is vast and successful including substance abuse, codependency, raising special needs children, couples work, anxiety and depression, trauma, as well as family and relationship issues. My schedule is six days a week and I also run substance abuse groups. Please feel free to call me and have a chat.
I am a licensed psychologist skilled at conducting psychoeducational evaluations with children and adults. I provide specific, practical interventions and recommendations that can be implemented across settings. My areas of expertise include ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. non-verbal learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia), social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also work with children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety disorders (social anxiety, school avoidance, panic attacks, generalized anxiety, and post-traumatic reactions) from a CBT perspective.
I am a licensed psychologist skilled at conducting psychoeducational evaluations with children and adults. I provide specific, practical interventions and recommendations that can be implemented across settings. My areas of expertise include ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. non-verbal learning disabilities, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia), social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also work with children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety disorders (social anxiety, school avoidance, panic attacks, generalized anxiety, and post-traumatic reactions) from a CBT perspective.
Heather Lindh-Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093 (Online Only)
Every stage in life, every situation we face, brings with it challenges, hardships and opportunities. The psychotherapeutic process brings focus and awareness to where we are now in our lives, where we've been, and the person we want to be. I see the therapeutic process as a journey that we take together. Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or family, my goal is to create a safe, caring, non-judgmental environment where you can explore relationship dynamics, patterns of behavior, identity, and opportunities for growth and change.
Every stage in life, every situation we face, brings with it challenges, hardships and opportunities. The psychotherapeutic process brings focus and awareness to where we are now in our lives, where we've been, and the person we want to be. I see the therapeutic process as a journey that we take together. Whether you are an adult, adolescent, or family, my goal is to create a safe, caring, non-judgmental environment where you can explore relationship dynamics, patterns of behavior, identity, and opportunities for growth and change.
It is deeply discouraging when you try to change painful feelings, behaviors or life situations and you can't. If this is your experience, I am available to help restore your hope and confidence. As a psychologist, I combine years of training and experience providing researched treatments with warmth, intuition and a belief in the power of the human spirit to create a better life. I am continually inspired by my clients when they work hard to achieve their therapeutic goals and they discover their personal strengths.
It is deeply discouraging when you try to change painful feelings, behaviors or life situations and you can't. If this is your experience, I am available to help restore your hope and confidence. As a psychologist, I combine years of training and experience providing researched treatments with warmth, intuition and a belief in the power of the human spirit to create a better life. I am continually inspired by my clients when they work hard to achieve their therapeutic goals and they discover their personal strengths.
Therapy is an opportunity for an individual, a couple or a family to learn about themselves in ways that are ultimately strengthening. It can be hard to be hopeful when you are in crisis, feeling helpless, confused, and in pain. I think these periods of struggle can be useful in identifying how you think, behave, and relate to yourself and others in ways that may be ineffectual. While there are mental health situations that require medical intervention, I believe it is also possible through therapy to develop the self-awareness and skills necessary to feel better, and stay well.
Therapy is an opportunity for an individual, a couple or a family to learn about themselves in ways that are ultimately strengthening. It can be hard to be hopeful when you are in crisis, feeling helpless, confused, and in pain. I think these periods of struggle can be useful in identifying how you think, behave, and relate to yourself and others in ways that may be ineffectual. While there are mental health situations that require medical intervention, I believe it is also possible through therapy to develop the self-awareness and skills necessary to feel better, and stay well.
Kerry Ford Morancy, LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Having difficulty prioritizing your own needs and self care? Feeling overwhelmed by too many obligations in your personal and professional life? Using a trauma-informed lens and IFS can help clarify a plan for greater clarity and wellness as you move through challenging life transitions.
Having difficulty prioritizing your own needs and self care? Feeling overwhelmed by too many obligations in your personal and professional life? Using a trauma-informed lens and IFS can help clarify a plan for greater clarity and wellness as you move through challenging life transitions.
Dean Robert Kirschner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
In 1987, I started the Life Mastery Center to help people in their journey to find happiness and fulfillment in life. Life is undoubtedly stressful and can bring about feelings of depression and anxiety. These feelings can affect relationships at home, at work, at school. I believe that through the positive therapeutic process, one can get unstuck from negative habits, negative barriers, negative mindsets. The positive therapeutic process helps to identify the problems and build positive life skills that will lead to a happier, healthier, fulfilling life.
In 1987, I started the Life Mastery Center to help people in their journey to find happiness and fulfillment in life. Life is undoubtedly stressful and can bring about feelings of depression and anxiety. These feelings can affect relationships at home, at work, at school. I believe that through the positive therapeutic process, one can get unstuck from negative habits, negative barriers, negative mindsets. The positive therapeutic process helps to identify the problems and build positive life skills that will lead to a happier, healthier, fulfilling life.
Karen Kochen Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LLC
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
We all face various challenges in life. If your child is struggling in any way, it is natural to sometimes feel discouraged or overwhelmed. Perhaps you’ve noticed behavioral changes, or maybe they seem anxious, depressed, or angry. Whatever your concerns may be, I assure you that it is not too late! I am dedicated to helping you and your child or adolescent overcome their challenges and thrive. The therapy I offer will help them explore thoughts and emotions, work through any difficult experiences, and discover their inner strengths.
We all face various challenges in life. If your child is struggling in any way, it is natural to sometimes feel discouraged or overwhelmed. Perhaps you’ve noticed behavioral changes, or maybe they seem anxious, depressed, or angry. Whatever your concerns may be, I assure you that it is not too late! I am dedicated to helping you and your child or adolescent overcome their challenges and thrive. The therapy I offer will help them explore thoughts and emotions, work through any difficult experiences, and discover their inner strengths.
Jim Krebs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) who uses a client-centered approach when providing counseling services to adults of all backgrounds. I start working with clients where they are in their lives and use a strength-based approach to help clients explore their issues and offer them appropriate strategies and advice targeted to improve these areas of concern. I guide and support clients in implementing the necessary changes to improve peer and family relationships, emotional health, and overall quality of life at home, work, or at school.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) who uses a client-centered approach when providing counseling services to adults of all backgrounds. I start working with clients where they are in their lives and use a strength-based approach to help clients explore their issues and offer them appropriate strategies and advice targeted to improve these areas of concern. I guide and support clients in implementing the necessary changes to improve peer and family relationships, emotional health, and overall quality of life at home, work, or at school.
Sharon E Huffman
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes growing up presents challenges that parents, teachers and caregivers are not sure how to manage. Children can present with developmental delays, social emotional delays, exposure to trauma, or environmental and family situations that overwhelm them and turn childhood into a challenge. Through individual or family therapy, onsite consultation in the school or child care setting, and home visits as needed, a comprehensive plan and approach can support the child, and those caring for the child so growth and success are achieved. Early intervention can result in changes that last a lifetime !
Sometimes growing up presents challenges that parents, teachers and caregivers are not sure how to manage. Children can present with developmental delays, social emotional delays, exposure to trauma, or environmental and family situations that overwhelm them and turn childhood into a challenge. Through individual or family therapy, onsite consultation in the school or child care setting, and home visits as needed, a comprehensive plan and approach can support the child, and those caring for the child so growth and success are achieved. Early intervention can result in changes that last a lifetime !
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Because of my lived experience as an adoptee, and training as an adoption competent therapist, I am most passionate about helping other adoptees navigate their identity and better understand how their adoption has impacted them throughout their lives.
I believe by exploring our past experiences and relationships we can find answers to better understand our own behaviors and thought processes. Our best healing happens throughout the context of a safe relationship and that is what I offer in therapy; a safe place where my client can explore their pain, trauma, hurt, and confusion in order to heal and live the most meaningful life possible. My clients know what their goals are and are excited to get to work but may need more accountability or support. Sometimes they aren't so clear and I can help with that, too.
Because of my lived experience as an adoptee, and training as an adoption competent therapist, I am most passionate about helping other adoptees navigate their identity and better understand how their adoption has impacted them throughout their lives.
I believe by exploring our past experiences and relationships we can find answers to better understand our own behaviors and thought processes. Our best healing happens throughout the context of a safe relationship and that is what I offer in therapy; a safe place where my client can explore their pain, trauma, hurt, and confusion in order to heal and live the most meaningful life possible. My clients know what their goals are and are excited to get to work but may need more accountability or support. Sometimes they aren't so clear and I can help with that, too.
Carroll Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286
Maybe you've seen lots of different therapists, how will adoption focused counseling be different? As a transracial adoptee myself, I have personal insight and have worked with many families like yours.
Finding a therapist you connect with can feel so overwhelming you avoid it. But that is probably why you're here, because there have been things you've been avoiding and you're ready to get some help. Being foster and adoptive parents is way harder than most people understand, especially those who haven't experienced the invasive and arduous process. As a teen or young adult, you might be feeling lost, alone, or angry and not quite sure why. You might be having a harder time than others figuring out who are you are and where you fit in the world. My style fuses warmth, humor, and directness.
Maybe you've seen lots of different therapists, how will adoption focused counseling be different? As a transracial adoptee myself, I have personal insight and have worked with many families like yours.
Finding a therapist you connect with can feel so overwhelming you avoid it. But that is probably why you're here, because there have been things you've been avoiding and you're ready to get some help. Being foster and adoptive parents is way harder than most people understand, especially those who haven't experienced the invasive and arduous process. As a teen or young adult, you might be feeling lost, alone, or angry and not quite sure why. You might be having a harder time than others figuring out who are you are and where you fit in the world. My style fuses warmth, humor, and directness.
Christa Carlton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286 (Online Only)
My specialties include sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and adoption.
People come to me with the need for a non-judgmental space to explore their own lived experiences and express their thoughts and feelings. I specialize in supporting survivors of trauma and employ a client-centered, strengths-based approach. I help clients develop insight around factors influencing development, understand the mind-body connection, and explore individualized strategies for optimizing mental wellness. I have experience supporting clients around a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, neurodiversity, complex-needs parenting, relationships, maladaptive behaviors, and substance use.
My specialties include sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and adoption.
People come to me with the need for a non-judgmental space to explore their own lived experiences and express their thoughts and feelings. I specialize in supporting survivors of trauma and employ a client-centered, strengths-based approach. I help clients develop insight around factors influencing development, understand the mind-body connection, and explore individualized strategies for optimizing mental wellness. I have experience supporting clients around a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, neurodiversity, complex-needs parenting, relationships, maladaptive behaviors, and substance use.
I am a dedicated and compassionate social worker who specializes in a broad spectrum of therapeutic areas including ADHD, adoption, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent challenges, family conflict, grief, self-esteem, and depression. With a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, my approach is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care and child development. This work is aimed at assisting children and teens, particularly those in crisis, to navigate the complexities of their emotions and experiences. I work collaboratively with clients to identify core challenges and develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs.
I am a dedicated and compassionate social worker who specializes in a broad spectrum of therapeutic areas including ADHD, adoption, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent challenges, family conflict, grief, self-esteem, and depression. With a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, my approach is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care and child development. This work is aimed at assisting children and teens, particularly those in crisis, to navigate the complexities of their emotions and experiences. I work collaboratively with clients to identify core challenges and develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs.
Nikolay Sergeevykh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Towson, MD 21286
Waitlist for new clients
I am a therapist with 23 years of experience. I provide individual, couples, and family psychotherapy. I am experienced in providing therapy to older children, adolescents, and their families in addition to counseling adults. I have been helping clients with serious behavioral and emotional challenges as well as well-functioning clients. I have worked with clients with adoption and acculturation challenges. I have background in outpatient psychotherapy, treatment foster care, and residential treatment. I like to help people overcome adversity and achieve their best potential.
I am a therapist with 23 years of experience. I provide individual, couples, and family psychotherapy. I am experienced in providing therapy to older children, adolescents, and their families in addition to counseling adults. I have been helping clients with serious behavioral and emotional challenges as well as well-functioning clients. I have worked with clients with adoption and acculturation challenges. I have background in outpatient psychotherapy, treatment foster care, and residential treatment. I like to help people overcome adversity and achieve their best potential.
Therapy provides a safe relationship to resolve concerns with yourself and others. I have 34 years of experience providing psychotherapy specializing in trauma, such as childhood abuse, loss, grief, chronic illness, suicidal feelings/experiences and depression and anxiety problems. In addition, I have often helped people with infertility/ adoption and family communication/attachment problems and am skilled in hypnosis. I am also certified by Psypact to offer therapy in over 40 states.
Therapy provides a safe relationship to resolve concerns with yourself and others. I have 34 years of experience providing psychotherapy specializing in trauma, such as childhood abuse, loss, grief, chronic illness, suicidal feelings/experiences and depression and anxiety problems. In addition, I have often helped people with infertility/ adoption and family communication/attachment problems and am skilled in hypnosis. I am also certified by Psypact to offer therapy in over 40 states.
Kelly L Weinberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Timonium, MD 21093
Reaching out for help is one of the hardest things to do and connecting with a therapist who can provide a safe, confidential, judgement free space for you is crucial to your healing. Sometimes people are just looking for someone to talk to so they won't have to face their problems alone. I have been a therapist for over twenty years and whether you are struggling with grief or trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting concerns, stress, or life transitions, I will provide that space for you to work through life's challenges. My goal is for you to feel engaged and empowered, heard and supported, accepted and safe.
Reaching out for help is one of the hardest things to do and connecting with a therapist who can provide a safe, confidential, judgement free space for you is crucial to your healing. Sometimes people are just looking for someone to talk to so they won't have to face their problems alone. I have been a therapist for over twenty years and whether you are struggling with grief or trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting concerns, stress, or life transitions, I will provide that space for you to work through life's challenges. My goal is for you to feel engaged and empowered, heard and supported, accepted and safe.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.