Therapists for Teens in Mount Airy, MD
Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
At Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy we believe that meaningful, healthy relationships and systems are the foundation of a fulfilling life. Whether you’re an adult seeking personal growth, have a teen longing to be heard and understood, a couple navigating the complexities of partnership, or a family striving for harmony, we are here to guide you every step of the way. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the holistic dynamics that shape connection, our dedicated team of experts are committed to helping you build the relationships you seek with yourself and your community.
At Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy we believe that meaningful, healthy relationships and systems are the foundation of a fulfilling life. Whether you’re an adult seeking personal growth, have a teen longing to be heard and understood, a couple navigating the complexities of partnership, or a family striving for harmony, we are here to guide you every step of the way. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the holistic dynamics that shape connection, our dedicated team of experts are committed to helping you build the relationships you seek with yourself and your community.
Eldersburg Equine Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Are you hurting and tired of sitting behind a computer screen, trapped in your bed or on your couch? Struggling to find the words for your pain to tell yet another human, hoping that "talking it out" will somehow make a difference? Imagine yourself instead on a beautiful, private farm with wide open fields around you, sky overhead, grass underfoot, and an animal that understands your pain without words. True healing happens when working with these beautiful, socially motivated, and honest creatures.
Are you hurting and tired of sitting behind a computer screen, trapped in your bed or on your couch? Struggling to find the words for your pain to tell yet another human, hoping that "talking it out" will somehow make a difference? Imagine yourself instead on a beautiful, private farm with wide open fields around you, sky overhead, grass underfoot, and an animal that understands your pain without words. True healing happens when working with these beautiful, socially motivated, and honest creatures.
Lora Speake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C, RPT
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Are you seeking support for you or your child’s emotional development or navigating the challenges of pregnancy and new parenthood? As a licensed mental health therapist specializing in play therapy and perinatal mental health, I am here to help! With a warm, compassionate approach, I create a safe space for children, adolescents and adults to express themselves through play, fostering resilience and emotional growth.
Are you seeking support for you or your child’s emotional development or navigating the challenges of pregnancy and new parenthood? As a licensed mental health therapist specializing in play therapy and perinatal mental health, I am here to help! With a warm, compassionate approach, I create a safe space for children, adolescents and adults to express themselves through play, fostering resilience and emotional growth.
Graciela Bilis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC-VA, LC-MD, NCC
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
MRS. BILIS, MS, MEd, Director of Ominis, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Meditation Instructor, practices Integrative Counseling, an approach that takes into consideration both mind and body to reach wellness. Mrs. Bilis offers a multi-dimensional analysis and treatment plan uniquely designed for each individual. This approach includes the best and proven Eastern and Western modalities and practical life skills and resources to individuals, couples, and families to help them achieve optimum mind, body, and spiritual harmony in their lives and their environment.
MRS. BILIS, MS, MEd, Director of Ominis, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Meditation Instructor, practices Integrative Counseling, an approach that takes into consideration both mind and body to reach wellness. Mrs. Bilis offers a multi-dimensional analysis and treatment plan uniquely designed for each individual. This approach includes the best and proven Eastern and Western modalities and practical life skills and resources to individuals, couples, and families to help them achieve optimum mind, body, and spiritual harmony in their lives and their environment.
Meghan Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.
Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.
What is your story? Stories sometimes define who we are and who we think we are. Stories come in all shapes and sizes, joy, sadness, confusion, fear, doubt, anxiety, and anger. Often stories get stuck in a painful place, an unknown place, or a confused space. How do you navigate that? Hand in hand with me as your guide.
What is your story? Stories sometimes define who we are and who we think we are. Stories come in all shapes and sizes, joy, sadness, confusion, fear, doubt, anxiety, and anger. Often stories get stuck in a painful place, an unknown place, or a confused space. How do you navigate that? Hand in hand with me as your guide.
Kirsten K. Holste
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Are you often overwhelmed and perplexed by your child’s behavior? Do you feel at times that you and your child lack the necessary tools to communicate and thrive? Being a parent and a child in today’s day is no easy feat. Feeling supported and having the necessary roadmap is key. Everyday as adults we face a variety of challenges that can often seem overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating. Children and teens are not exempt from these feelings or struggles and can often act out in confusing and overwhelming ways when they are trying to cope and communicate.
Are you often overwhelmed and perplexed by your child’s behavior? Do you feel at times that you and your child lack the necessary tools to communicate and thrive? Being a parent and a child in today’s day is no easy feat. Feeling supported and having the necessary roadmap is key. Everyday as adults we face a variety of challenges that can often seem overwhelming, exhausting, and frustrating. Children and teens are not exempt from these feelings or struggles and can often act out in confusing and overwhelming ways when they are trying to cope and communicate.
Emily Weschler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCTP, CSTIP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
I believe in the relationship between therapist & the people on their journey in therapy as a pivotal & paramount role in the therapeutic process. The right match is critical for continuing therapy & having a rewarding & fulfilling experience. I believe in a strengths based, supportive approach with an integrative & humanistic perspective while looking at the whole person as each area of life influences our mental health & daily functioning. It is my privilege to bear witness & walk with the people I serve while on their journey. Your story matters. I believe all of us are significant & what happens to you is unique & important.
I believe in the relationship between therapist & the people on their journey in therapy as a pivotal & paramount role in the therapeutic process. The right match is critical for continuing therapy & having a rewarding & fulfilling experience. I believe in a strengths based, supportive approach with an integrative & humanistic perspective while looking at the whole person as each area of life influences our mental health & daily functioning. It is my privilege to bear witness & walk with the people I serve while on their journey. Your story matters. I believe all of us are significant & what happens to you is unique & important.
Carroll Counseling Ctrs - Mt. Airy And Eldersburg
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.
Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.
My areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents, particularly those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder,and general behavior difficulties.
I received my PhD in both Clinical and School Psychology and worked for 2 years as a School Psychologist on the Eastern Shore before starting my private practice.
My clinical training is in cognitive and behavior therapy. I help adolescents develop positive problem solving skills, which replace their current negative ways of coping.
I also counsel adults with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, survivors of abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
My areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents, particularly those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder,and general behavior difficulties.
I received my PhD in both Clinical and School Psychology and worked for 2 years as a School Psychologist on the Eastern Shore before starting my private practice.
My clinical training is in cognitive and behavior therapy. I help adolescents develop positive problem solving skills, which replace their current negative ways of coping.
I also counsel adults with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, survivors of abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Lorena Ripoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, SRT
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Asking for help is not easy. It takes an immense amount of courage to step into a stranger's office and share your story with them. As a therapist, earning my client's trust and working with them to find solutions that can improve their life is a great honor. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a range of issues including sexual addiction, couples and family conflict, developmental disabilities, codependency, anxiety, and depression.
Asking for help is not easy. It takes an immense amount of courage to step into a stranger's office and share your story with them. As a therapist, earning my client's trust and working with them to find solutions that can improve their life is a great honor. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a range of issues including sexual addiction, couples and family conflict, developmental disabilities, codependency, anxiety, and depression.
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Very often, our lives can begin to overwhelm what we are able to handle on our own. In these times it can be very easy to begin feeling lost, out of control, or simply out of ideas. I have made it my focus to be able to help people not only identify what is happening in these situations, but helping clients develop skills and personal strength which will help them be able to deal with these struggles in an ongoing fashion.
Very often, our lives can begin to overwhelm what we are able to handle on our own. In these times it can be very easy to begin feeling lost, out of control, or simply out of ideas. I have made it my focus to be able to help people not only identify what is happening in these situations, but helping clients develop skills and personal strength which will help them be able to deal with these struggles in an ongoing fashion.
Allied Counseling Group
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771 (Online Only)
In crisis? I specialize in same-day phone/on-site/on-line sessions/ interventions; teens, chronic relapse, Internet/cyber addictions, co-occurring issues, trauma & failure to launch young adult & family conflicts. I am certified for evaluations, treatment, pre-employment/random drug testing. I offer indiv., group sessions, EAP, custody evaluations, case management, anger/stress management, certified domestic violence batterer's intervention counseling, alcohol/drug treatment, including SMART non-12-Step & cognitive therapies. Inpatient evals & referrals & post-discharge continuing care & family therapy targeting "failure to launch" young adult issues. Most insurance accepted.
In crisis? I specialize in same-day phone/on-site/on-line sessions/ interventions; teens, chronic relapse, Internet/cyber addictions, co-occurring issues, trauma & failure to launch young adult & family conflicts. I am certified for evaluations, treatment, pre-employment/random drug testing. I offer indiv., group sessions, EAP, custody evaluations, case management, anger/stress management, certified domestic violence batterer's intervention counseling, alcohol/drug treatment, including SMART non-12-Step & cognitive therapies. Inpatient evals & referrals & post-discharge continuing care & family therapy targeting "failure to launch" young adult issues. Most insurance accepted.
Welcome to my profile and congratulations on your first step in helping your child feel better, stronger and more confident about themselves. My goal while working with children, adolescents and young adults, is to provide them with the emotional and mental tools that will empower them to handle the ups, the downs, and struggles that are part of everyday life. They will discover ways to reduce stress, experience personal growth and make informed, rational decisions.
Welcome to my profile and congratulations on your first step in helping your child feel better, stronger and more confident about themselves. My goal while working with children, adolescents and young adults, is to provide them with the emotional and mental tools that will empower them to handle the ups, the downs, and struggles that are part of everyday life. They will discover ways to reduce stress, experience personal growth and make informed, rational decisions.
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
Heather Michelle Tydings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, Coach
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Waitlist for new clients
Clients find me when going through periods of reinvention, transition or when they are craving an authentic life. They often are ready to break through the myth of perfection to find their unique voice. I believe the therapeutic process is about losing what is no longer needed rather than changing perceived flaws. I work with clients who feel unsettled and anxious, yet crave peace, & are willing to go on a truth seeking mission to find it. My style is direct, lively & collaborative; assisting those who want to reclaim themselves and live from their heart.
Clients find me when going through periods of reinvention, transition or when they are craving an authentic life. They often are ready to break through the myth of perfection to find their unique voice. I believe the therapeutic process is about losing what is no longer needed rather than changing perceived flaws. I work with clients who feel unsettled and anxious, yet crave peace, & are willing to go on a truth seeking mission to find it. My style is direct, lively & collaborative; assisting those who want to reclaim themselves and live from their heart.
My ability to easily relate with and connect to children and teens provides them with a comfortable space in which they can express themselves.
Working with individuals and families is my passion. I believe that each child is an individual with individual needs; therefore, each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. My goal is to help children and families learn the skills necessary to have healthy, happy lives.
My ability to easily relate with and connect to children and teens provides them with a comfortable space in which they can express themselves.
Working with individuals and families is my passion. I believe that each child is an individual with individual needs; therefore, each treatment plan is customized to meet the unique needs of your child and family. My goal is to help children and families learn the skills necessary to have healthy, happy lives.
Anchor Counseling Centers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
Our professional, experienced counselors work with children, adolescents and adults in individual sessions as well as family or couples counseling. The counselors have a variety of backgrounds ranging from substance abuse, foster care, case management, Employee Assistance Programs, and school counseling. We are happy to discuss your needs and match you with the most appropriate counselor in the practice. We have locations in Columbia, Cumberland, Eldersburg, Sykesville & Westminster.
Our professional, experienced counselors work with children, adolescents and adults in individual sessions as well as family or couples counseling. The counselors have a variety of backgrounds ranging from substance abuse, foster care, case management, Employee Assistance Programs, and school counseling. We are happy to discuss your needs and match you with the most appropriate counselor in the practice. We have locations in Columbia, Cumberland, Eldersburg, Sykesville & Westminster.
Melissa Ward
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771
**OUR OFFICE IS NOW PROVIDING TELEHEALTH SERVICES** No matter how long you have doing, thinking or feeling the same thing- you CAN change. Each person can shape their lives, and counseling can help remove the roadblocks keeping you stuck. Counseling should be both affordable and accessible- and I work to address each client's unique goals. By focusing on communication skills, lowering anxiety, and encouraging positive possibilities, I help clients move forward to achieve their potential.
**OUR OFFICE IS NOW PROVIDING TELEHEALTH SERVICES** No matter how long you have doing, thinking or feeling the same thing- you CAN change. Each person can shape their lives, and counseling can help remove the roadblocks keeping you stuck. Counseling should be both affordable and accessible- and I work to address each client's unique goals. By focusing on communication skills, lowering anxiety, and encouraging positive possibilities, I help clients move forward to achieve their potential.
Creative Counseling Connections
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mount Airy, MD 21771
In-person openings as of 11/9/24. Emma Parks, LMSW serves adults, teens and children who've experienced painful experiences, trauma or struggle with stress, anxiety or depression. If you feel the heavy weight of stress and the resulting hopelessness, we would be a great fit! Emma has a supportive, yet direct approach and can teach you how to use your thought life to change the intensity of your stuck feelings. She also uses EMDR for trauma. Emma has adjunct specialties in developmental trauma & adoption (TBRI & TF-CBT), also utilizes Brain Integration for natural treatment of ADHD.
In-person openings as of 11/9/24. Emma Parks, LMSW serves adults, teens and children who've experienced painful experiences, trauma or struggle with stress, anxiety or depression. If you feel the heavy weight of stress and the resulting hopelessness, we would be a great fit! Emma has a supportive, yet direct approach and can teach you how to use your thought life to change the intensity of your stuck feelings. She also uses EMDR for trauma. Emma has adjunct specialties in developmental trauma & adoption (TBRI & TF-CBT), also utilizes Brain Integration for natural treatment of ADHD.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.