Female Therapists in Owings Mills, MD

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Shelly Goodling
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
I understand how difficult it can be to work through life events and the emotions that come with them, and I believe the therapist-client relationship can be an excellent space to process these challenges. If you are experiencing emotional challenges and stress, low self-esteem, a difficult life transition, or want to build interpersonal communication skills, I appreciate the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients on a wide range of goals!
I understand how difficult it can be to work through life events and the emotions that come with them, and I believe the therapist-client relationship can be an excellent space to process these challenges. If you are experiencing emotional challenges and stress, low self-esteem, a difficult life transition, or want to build interpersonal communication skills, I appreciate the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients on a wide range of goals!
(443) 406-2730 View (443) 406-2730
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Mona Rubenfeld
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
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.
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.
(410) 960-3954 View (410) 960-3954
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La Keita Carter
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in trauma, sexual health and wellness, relationships, women's issues, and addiction. I also do extensive work with people and couples who are experiencing interpersonal, depression, anxiety, infidelity, and spirituality concerns. I approach treatment from a holistic perspective and believe that many avenues lead to healing and healthful living. Treatment is a journey, and I am willing and honored to walk with you on that journey and help you find what you need along the way.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in trauma, sexual health and wellness, relationships, women's issues, and addiction. I also do extensive work with people and couples who are experiencing interpersonal, depression, anxiety, infidelity, and spirituality concerns. I approach treatment from a holistic perspective and believe that many avenues lead to healing and healthful living. Treatment is a journey, and I am willing and honored to walk with you on that journey and help you find what you need along the way.
(410) 469-6508 View (410) 469-6508
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Lisa Marie Jibril
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and women.
Are you at a crossroads in life? Are you seeking direction in your personal, professional, and spiritual life? Do you always worry about what others think about you and are looking to find your voice? My goal is to help men and women discover their voices and overcome personal and mental health challenges that prevent them from showing up as the best version of themselves.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and women.
Are you at a crossroads in life? Are you seeking direction in your personal, professional, and spiritual life? Do you always worry about what others think about you and are looking to find your voice? My goal is to help men and women discover their voices and overcome personal and mental health challenges that prevent them from showing up as the best version of themselves.
(410) 604-8537 View (410) 604-8537
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Lara Nassar
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Do you ever feel like nobody truly understands you? Are your issues so overwhelming that it is hard to find hope? You are not alone, I promise. I am Lara, a mental health counseling intern from Johns Hopkins University. It is my passion to work collaboratively with people to empower them to skillfully cope with their current stressors and better understand and manage their thoughts, feelings, and actions. I see therapy as an opportunity to harness strengths and work towards building a life that aligns with your values, beliefs, and dreams. It is about taking a small step everyday doing what you believe in, deep in your heart.
Do you ever feel like nobody truly understands you? Are your issues so overwhelming that it is hard to find hope? You are not alone, I promise. I am Lara, a mental health counseling intern from Johns Hopkins University. It is my passion to work collaboratively with people to empower them to skillfully cope with their current stressors and better understand and manage their thoughts, feelings, and actions. I see therapy as an opportunity to harness strengths and work towards building a life that aligns with your values, beliefs, and dreams. It is about taking a small step everyday doing what you believe in, deep in your heart.
(410) 538-1162 View (410) 538-1162
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Natasha Charles McQueen
Psychological Associate, LCPC, NCC, RPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Apprehensive about therapy? It is normal to be nervous or anxious before attending a therapy session, especially your first one. You are not alone! It is great you are considering therapy, acting on the desire to find a safe space that would allow you to identify, describe, learn, and better cope with challenging situations, behaviors, and emotions. Many people do not know what to expect from their first session and feel ambivalent or apprehension about beginning the counseling process or starting over with someone new. Do not allow fears about the unknown or issues with trust to delay/prevent you from getting help.
Apprehensive about therapy? It is normal to be nervous or anxious before attending a therapy session, especially your first one. You are not alone! It is great you are considering therapy, acting on the desire to find a safe space that would allow you to identify, describe, learn, and better cope with challenging situations, behaviors, and emotions. Many people do not know what to expect from their first session and feel ambivalent or apprehension about beginning the counseling process or starting over with someone new. Do not allow fears about the unknown or issues with trust to delay/prevent you from getting help.
(443) 233-0488 View (443) 233-0488
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Jeanna Westa
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Also, I specialize in women's issues creating a safe environment to rebuild self esteem and self confidence.
Are you struggling right now? Is your family struggling? Is your child having issues in school? Are you feeling hopeless or helpless? Have you undergone a traumatic event you have not been able to talk about or work through? I understand these things can be difficult and therapy is something that could assist you in moving forward in your life. I believe that reaching out to a therapist is a great place to start and I would appreciate the opportunity to be that person.
Also, I specialize in women's issues creating a safe environment to rebuild self esteem and self confidence.
Are you struggling right now? Is your family struggling? Is your child having issues in school? Are you feeling hopeless or helpless? Have you undergone a traumatic event you have not been able to talk about or work through? I understand these things can be difficult and therapy is something that could assist you in moving forward in your life. I believe that reaching out to a therapist is a great place to start and I would appreciate the opportunity to be that person.
(443) 232-9294 View (443) 232-9294
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Martha D. Chica
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
Trauma leaves you feeling broken, damaged, and disconnected from yourself and your loved ones. Deep down you are struggling to manage your intense emotions. You tear yourself apart when you mess up. You may feel shameful and guilty with no space left for joy. You know when you try to relax all the thoughts and memories come rushing in. Some nights it might feel like there’s a DVD playing your most painful memories and it feels unsafe. You want to hide and can’t trust anyone. You judge yourself. You see the world around you is handling things much better than you. You ask yourself “Why can't I be normal, why can’t I get over it".
Trauma leaves you feeling broken, damaged, and disconnected from yourself and your loved ones. Deep down you are struggling to manage your intense emotions. You tear yourself apart when you mess up. You may feel shameful and guilty with no space left for joy. You know when you try to relax all the thoughts and memories come rushing in. Some nights it might feel like there’s a DVD playing your most painful memories and it feels unsafe. You want to hide and can’t trust anyone. You judge yourself. You see the world around you is handling things much better than you. You ask yourself “Why can't I be normal, why can’t I get over it".
(443) 436-2421 View (443) 436-2421
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Lola C McKnight
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
There is nothing too big or too small for a reason to come to therapy. Therapy is for people that feel that they want to gain more control in their lives and understand more of themselves. You might ask...Why does this get on my nerves so much? Why can't I just leave this alone? You really might just feel tired and overwhlemed. Your goals might seem so far away or just not achieveable at all. Do you feel like you are just there?
There is nothing too big or too small for a reason to come to therapy. Therapy is for people that feel that they want to gain more control in their lives and understand more of themselves. You might ask...Why does this get on my nerves so much? Why can't I just leave this alone? You really might just feel tired and overwhlemed. Your goals might seem so far away or just not achieveable at all. Do you feel like you are just there?
(443) 706-8632 View (443) 706-8632
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Sara Ruiz
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Is your family struggling right now? Is your child having issues in school? Are you feeling hopeless or helpless? Have you undergone a traumatic event you have not been able to talk about or work through? I understand these things can be difficult and therapy is something that could assist you in moving forward in your life. I believe that reaching out to a therapist is a great place to start and I would appreciate the opportunity to be that person.
Is your family struggling right now? Is your child having issues in school? Are you feeling hopeless or helpless? Have you undergone a traumatic event you have not been able to talk about or work through? I understand these things can be difficult and therapy is something that could assist you in moving forward in your life. I believe that reaching out to a therapist is a great place to start and I would appreciate the opportunity to be that person.
(410) 927-6136 View (410) 927-6136
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Andrea C Johnson LCPC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
Navigating life can be difficult. We can often become overwhelmed with stress, the demands of our careers, education, and families. We can all use a little extra support and I am here to help. I believe together we can help you handle the stress in your life, so you can feel better.
Navigating life can be difficult. We can often become overwhelmed with stress, the demands of our careers, education, and families. We can all use a little extra support and I am here to help. I believe together we can help you handle the stress in your life, so you can feel better.
(443) 912-5247 View (443) 912-5247
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Chivonne Gabriel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
Therapy along with other tools has helped me become a more healed woman, a better friend to myself and others and an even more effective therapist.
Have you found yourself having a hard time with your relationships? Are you wondering if it’s you? Are you experiencing loss – divorce, friendships, miscarriage, abortion, your home? Do you struggle to get out of bed? Are you wondering if you might be depressed or stressed out?
Therapy along with other tools has helped me become a more healed woman, a better friend to myself and others and an even more effective therapist.
Have you found yourself having a hard time with your relationships? Are you wondering if it’s you? Are you experiencing loss – divorce, friendships, miscarriage, abortion, your home? Do you struggle to get out of bed? Are you wondering if you might be depressed or stressed out?
(410) 449-7475 View (410) 449-7475
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Kenya McGriff
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming and out of control? Do you ever find yourself wondering what your life would look like without depression, anxiety, self-doubt, and trauma holding you back? Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery with the goal of reaching true happiness and fulfillment?
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming and out of control? Do you ever find yourself wondering what your life would look like without depression, anxiety, self-doubt, and trauma holding you back? Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery with the goal of reaching true happiness and fulfillment?
(443) 205-7276 View (443) 205-7276
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Marilyn Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
*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* 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.
(443) 464-2784 View (443) 464-2784
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Lyndsey Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Often it is hard for women to cope with or reach out for help for mental disorders related to pregnancy because of a lack understanding about what they are experiencing.
My speciality is serving clients with reproductive related mental health issues. I specialize in treating women experiencing perinatal mental health disorders like postpartum depression and anxiety. I treat women experiencing grief after pregnancy loss or reproductive surgical procedures.
Often it is hard for women to cope with or reach out for help for mental disorders related to pregnancy because of a lack understanding about what they are experiencing.
My speciality is serving clients with reproductive related mental health issues. I specialize in treating women experiencing perinatal mental health disorders like postpartum depression and anxiety. I treat women experiencing grief after pregnancy loss or reproductive surgical procedures.
(301) 478-9350 View (301) 478-9350
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Nikalette Briscoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
I am a clinical therapist, who enjoys helping others find their happiness. I know sometimes life can be hard and difficult to get through especially when you feel unheard and misunderstood. I’m here to help. People often describe me as caring, creative, resourceful and relatable. I help you manage stress and emotions by working together to help address your needs and using practical tools to encourage change. Together, we can create a path for you to meet your goals and thrive. I look forward to working with you!
I am a clinical therapist, who enjoys helping others find their happiness. I know sometimes life can be hard and difficult to get through especially when you feel unheard and misunderstood. I’m here to help. People often describe me as caring, creative, resourceful and relatable. I help you manage stress and emotions by working together to help address your needs and using practical tools to encourage change. Together, we can create a path for you to meet your goals and thrive. I look forward to working with you!
(443) 363-0186 View (443) 363-0186
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Back to a Better Me Therapy Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Whether you are dealing with stress, struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or any other mental or emotional health disorder, we can help. We offer a teamwork approach to help you identify your concerns, recognize your strengths and develop an action plan which will help lead you to a solution.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Whether you are dealing with stress, struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or any other mental or emotional health disorder, we can help. We offer a teamwork approach to help you identify your concerns, recognize your strengths and develop an action plan which will help lead you to a solution.
(410) 781-1503 View (410) 781-1503
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Ziyi (Winnie) Wu
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Have you been feeling stressed and burned out lately? Is there a lot of things going on in your life? Are you feeling lonely or helpless? Have you undergone hardships that you don’t know how to talk about with other people? I understand these things can be challenging and therapy is something that could assist you in finding a light in the darkness. I believe reaching out to a counselor is a great place to start and I would appreciate the opportunity to be that person.
Have you been feeling stressed and burned out lately? Is there a lot of things going on in your life? Are you feeling lonely or helpless? Have you undergone hardships that you don’t know how to talk about with other people? I understand these things can be challenging and therapy is something that could assist you in finding a light in the darkness. I believe reaching out to a counselor is a great place to start and I would appreciate the opportunity to be that person.
(443) 381-6558 View (443) 381-6558
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Tara C. Barber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck! You’re repeating patterns, unable to create the life you want, and shackled down by anxiety, fear, and depression. There is a constant critic in your head that creates more emotional pain, and there is no energy or confidence to do the things you want to enjoy. Relationships have left you feeling disappointed. You don’t know how to make your circumstances better, but you are desperate to find a way to move forward. It’s been a struggle to make changes in the past, not knowing exactly how to move forward and release your emotional burdens. It seems as though nothing has worked.
Feeling stuck! You’re repeating patterns, unable to create the life you want, and shackled down by anxiety, fear, and depression. There is a constant critic in your head that creates more emotional pain, and there is no energy or confidence to do the things you want to enjoy. Relationships have left you feeling disappointed. You don’t know how to make your circumstances better, but you are desperate to find a way to move forward. It’s been a struggle to make changes in the past, not knowing exactly how to move forward and release your emotional burdens. It seems as though nothing has worked.
(443) 993-5226 View (443) 993-5226
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Christa Sonnier
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
Many come to therapy during threshold times, those moments during major life transitions that may be filled with grief, fear, or anxiety. I meet clients at this doorway and offer support, solace, and guidance as they travel from one phase of life to another. I specialize in providing pregnancy and postpartum mental health care, which includes those who have experienced birth trauma and reproductive loss. I also work with those moving through other life transitions including divorce, loss of a loved one, job changes, menopause, and cancer or chronic illness diagnosis.
Many come to therapy during threshold times, those moments during major life transitions that may be filled with grief, fear, or anxiety. I meet clients at this doorway and offer support, solace, and guidance as they travel from one phase of life to another. I specialize in providing pregnancy and postpartum mental health care, which includes those who have experienced birth trauma and reproductive loss. I also work with those moving through other life transitions including divorce, loss of a loved one, job changes, menopause, and cancer or chronic illness diagnosis.
(443) 238-0529 View (443) 238-0529
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.