Anxiety Therapists in Owings Mills, MD

Are you overwhelmed with the seemingly never ending curveballs life throws your way? Juggling multiple tasks and relationships can truly feel unbearable. Therapy creates a safe space to unpack, and gain skills and new perspectives to help you have more control over your life. There is no right or wrong way to start the journey. It simply begins with where you are today, and working together towards the best version of you. Let's break unhealthy thought patterns, and create new and effective behaviors. Let's identity and maximize your strengths and improve your sense of self.

Have you been living with depression and anxiety, and/or a chronic medical condition, and struggle finding relief in dealing with the symptoms? Have you tried other treatment approaches and nothing seems to help? I specialize in treating chronic, treatment resistant depression, anxiety, and chronic medical illness. For the first few sessions, we will discuss your history and the impact it has on your day to day life. We will then discuss various approaches to help you feel better, and together, we will develop a treatment plan to help you reach realistic goals.

An experienced therapist who understands the strengths and challenges, I have spent 20 years treating young adults and working professionals who have challenges with Attention, Executive Function, Memory, and Learning. My secondary specialty is solution-focused counseling for life transitions and decision-making. Stress and anxiety often increase during phases of transition, and counseling can help you decide how to implement change without feeling overwhelmed. Finally, I offer expert coaching in communication, boundary-setting, and taking radical self-care to center your wellbeing amidst life demands and responsibilities.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Therapy is a highly personal and emotional experience. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, isolation, substance use, grief, loss, abuse, neglect, trauma, low self-esteem, life transitions, gender issues, relationship and/or family issues.

Accepting new clients! Feelings of self doubt and hopelessness can make one feel stuck. Life can be very unpredictable with the uncertainties. It is okay if you are struggling to be in touch with your emotions. Therapy can provide a sense of peace in a safe environment where there is an opportunity to better understand thought process, anxiety or triggers that are hindering you from reaching your full potential. We are here to guide you in working through the challenges that you are facing and focus on your inner strength to connect the pieces in your life that can help you build a strong foundation for growth and life fulfilment.

I am passionate about helping others heal hurts and flourish in who they are. Whether you have serious mental health concerns, are going through big transitions and stress, or just feel stuck in a rut, you are not alone. If you are tired of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, avoidance, poor boundaries/people pleasing, and poor executive functioning hindering your life, you're not alone. I bring a holistic perspective to therapy that is based on a strong therapeutic relationship with each individual. Your voice will be heard and respected, and we will work together to help you see practical change in your life.

Are you experiencing career changes, relationship challenges, or general life dissatisfaction? Feeling stuck and unable to communicate your need for support? If you're finding it difficult to manage the day to day, you are not alone. I offer support to teens, young adults, and millennials experiencing life transitions and everyday stressors. Utilizing a holistic approach and culturally adapted practices, I focus on the interconnectedness of social, emotional, and cultural factors that may impact how you view yourself and navigate the world.

"The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem." Are you tired of pretending "everything's fine", when it's not? Real men embrace vulnerability, honesty & courage. It takes guts to ask for help & face struggles head-on. It takes strength to open up & true bravery to take action for lasting change. We often hit a wall in life & reach a turning point – a bridge we need to cross. Are you looking for a therapist who is real and genuine & can guide you across? As we embark on this transformative journey, I will be here to support you every step of the way, empowering you to unlock your true potential.

New Perspectives has recently expanded to the Lutherville area! We have been a well-established group counseling practice in Owings Mills and Westminster for over 20 years. Our fully licensed professional staff includes psychologists, social workers, and licensed counselors. We offer individual, couples, and family counseling to all ages. Our therapists are highly skilled in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, ADHD, conflict mediation, mindfulness, intimacy issues, bullying, and self-esteem issues. We also offer Clinical Supervision for LGPC and LMSW.

anae Smith is a licensed graduate professional counselor (LGPC). Tanae received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Stevenson University and her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Bowie State University. She has over 5 years of experience working in various mental health settings including inpatient psychiatry, outpatient/community-based mental health, psychiatric and residential rehabilitation, partial hospitalization, and crisis/suicide prevention and intervention through Baltimore County Crisis Response.

During life transitions, the weight of uncertainty and change can sometimes lead to overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression. If you've experienced this, I would love to assist you in navigating your personal journey. I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow, and my role is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Through a collaborative and individualized approach, we will work together to develop practical strategies and coping skills to help you overcome obstacles, improve your relationships, and live a more fulfilling life.

Amber brings a person-centered approach to her work, understanding that individuals are the experts of their own lives and that they bring a personal wisdom into the therapeutic process. She believes it is her role in therapy to help clients re-learn and reconnect to the skills and strengths needed to navigate life’s hurdles. Above all, Amber is committed to meeting people where they are and providing her clients with unconditional positive regard and support throughout their counseling journey.

The pursuit of healing is about bringing forward a change in you. In my 9 years of experience, It’s my belief that within every individual lies the potential for positive shifts. As a new therapist, my approach is centered on creating a safe and compassionate space where your voice can flourish, you are receptive to challenging circumstances, and your emotions find validation. Every person has their own story, and I am committed to tailoring our sessions to your needs. With a foundation in evidence-based approaches, I combine compassion and practical techniques to help you navigate challenges and discover your inner resilience.

No waitlist, email now for a FREE consultation. I help highly functioning individuals reduce anxiety, and obsessive compulsive (OCD) symptoms. Your mind can be a scary and overwhelming place. Does it seem like worry, stress, and anxiety have been running the show? I wish you weren’t here looking for help, but I’m glad you found my profile. As a therapist and founder of Behavioral Health Direct my goal is to help you find relief and overcome difficult thoughts and feelings. My clients are typically hard working and motivated professionals and students struggling with anxiety related issues and looking for clear goals and direction.

Do you need to feel safe? Do you prefer a therapist who understands and recognizes the developmental stages of children, adolescents, and adults? Whether supporting children through challenging transitions, assisting adolescents in navigating identity and self-esteem issues, or helping adults cope with life's complexities, my goal is to empower my clients to overcome obstacles and thrive. As a therapist, I am deeply committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by my clients, and I strive to create a safe and inclusive space where healing and growth can occur.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* You are making the first step in improving your quality of life. Knowing that you are safe and supported is one of the best predictors of successful therapy. I know that deciding to seek therapy demonstrates an act of humility and self-love. I work from a tailored team-oriented approach with my clients to assist them in recognizing their true potentials and inner strength, which enables them to feel empowered and allow them to build on those elements to find their own path forward. As such, I utilize an intersectional framework to honor and affirm how your identities impact the way you navigate the world.

Are you going through a significant life change? Is there tension in your life that is causing anxiety or depression? Does your child or teen need someone to talk to about their feelings? Would you like help figuring out how to get better. Life can be difficult, and therapy is something that can help make it a little easier. I believe that beginning therapy is the perfect start in the pursuit of getting better, and I hope to be the therapist to assist you on your journey for wellness.

We specialize in assisting people with working through anxiety and stress to experience relief and achieve life and professional goals. Learn how to master yourself with an emphasis on integrative wellness, be a high performer, develop high-performing teams, better manage your time and priorities, and speak up confidently when appropriate with emotional intelligence. We will work through life and family challenges and set a career path that aligns with your true self.

Contemporary Counseling welcomes clients from all walks of life. Contemporary Counseling respects all individuals looking through the lens of trauma exposure coupled with psychotherapy. Contemporary Counseling offers customized treatment plans to assist each individual with creating systems of sustainability.