Toddler Therapists in Middle River, MD

I value utilizing a strengths-based approach to counseling that caters to each person's unique identity while helping them to reach their wellness goals. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and conflict in interpersonal relationships.

Welcome! I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults coping with anxiety, depression and/or other behavioral difficulties related to life transitions including but not limited to divorce, out of home placement, grief and loss. I work closely with families and focus on the importance of relationships, building self worth and creating/maintaining peace at home. Caregiver involvement is essential in my work with children. I provide parents and/or caregivers with skills to utilize at home as well as provide insight and a better understanding of what your child may be experiencing.

I work to understand the individual's concerns so that we can find solutions mutually. I like working with all ages and have a special interest in seeing very young children. I have been counseling adults and children for over 20 years.

Sara has extensive training and experience in supporting children and adults encountering difficult feelings, behaviors, traumas, and transitions. Sara has experience supporting children and families involved in the child welfare system, working with adolescents in residential and community settings, and supporting children and families in schools. Sara also served as Psychiatric Therapist for adults at Johns Hopkins Hospital and received training and experience with CBT, supporting individuals with complex mental health diagnosis and psychosis.

Life comes with ups and downs. Sometimes exciting and joyous, life can include stressful moments, frustration, unexpected change, and uncertainty. During those difficult times; a helping hand, a kind word, and support can bring resilience and peace of mind back into your life. This is why we created The Village Family Support Center of Baltimore. We are here to support you and your family during the good and the challenging times. By focusing on your strengths and the potential of the future, we can help you find hope and promote positive change.

Latesha Edmerson is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 2003. She has an MA in Counseling from New Jersey City University, an MA in Educational Psychology from New Jersey City University, and a BA in Psychology from Kean University. Latesha is down to earth and a true people person. She is patient, kind and empathetic to her client's needs. Latesha walks alongside her clients on their journey to wellness. Outside of work, Latesha spends a lot of time with her family doing outings, she's a comedienne, loves Sci-Fi and is a movie buff!.

I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families to help them cope with the challenges, changes, and stressors of life. I am passionate about teaching clients how to build healthy relationships, set boundaries, and strengthen families as a whole.

With over 20 years of service, GIFTS has evolved into a robust mental health clinic that meets the needs of children, adults and families. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate, accessible, and culturally-responsive services that empower our clients to unwrap and maximize their potential.

With an eye on the abilities & disabilities, our team develops and implements high-quality personalized treatments that take into consideration each client's goals, strengths, and needs.

I believe that everyone has within them the strength to face any challenge life brings. My duty as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is to help people understand their problem, find that internal strength, and develop the supports needed to take back control and find success in their lives. I have been working with children, adolescents, and adults Harford County, MD for over 11 years. I have an excellent reputation among my peers and clients for successfully providing compassionate and innovative services.

I believe that it is essential for clients to find the right fit for their therapist. I want the client to know that my office is a safe space and I will do everything I can to help them navigate through the tough times in their life. Coming from a Greek background influences my desire to maintain cultural competence and tailor therapy to best support one’s beliefs and values. I will work as my client's advocate, ensuring that they feel valued and heard. I strive to create a relationship built on trust, communication, growth, and respect.

Feeding is often times taken for granted. It is something many children acquire and maintain naturally; however, this is not the case for everyone. Children with feeding disorders may eat extremely limited diets, need supplemental nutrition through feeding tubes or specialized formulas, require table foods to be blended or manipulated to a lower texture, and/or depend upon others to feed them. Though feeding disorders can be multifaceted, including having medical, nutritional, and oral-motor components, psychsocial or behavioral difficulties are also at the forefront of many feeding challenges.

I have been practicing as a licensed social worker with children, adolescents and families since 2008. I received my Bachelors of Social Work and Fine Art in 2007 from McDaniel College. I then practiced as a bachelor level social worker for four years with foster children and families in Baltimore City. After completing an internship providing therapy to children and families who experienced trauma, I completed an Advanced Standing Graduate Program. In 2012, I graduated from University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical concentration and a specialization in children and families.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Congratulations on taking steps toward establishing a more fulfilling, healthy, and successful life! BGTPS is a community-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic that provides integrated behavioral health services utilizing a person-centered approach to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide individual, family, and group therapy, medication management, therapeutic mentorship, and behavioral consultation. In therapy, we work collaboratively with you to enhance your understanding of the internal and environmental factors that impact life, emerge as relational patterns, and potentially impede success.

As your therapist, I understand that you seek a safe, supportive space to navigate life's challenges, whether it's coping with grief, improving relationships, or addressing anxiety. Your goal is to find peace, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences. You want to feel heard, valued, and empowered to make positive changes.

My approach to therapy emphasizes insight, healing, and empowerment to help individuals reach their highest potential and lead more gratifying lives. Through an alliance of trust and collaboration, we will work together to disentangle confusing thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to re-discover your capacity to make meaningful choices that are right for you and your relationships. My work focuses on facilitating change, transformation, and personal growth in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment. I believe that we each have the innate capacity to heal and reach our true potential.