Christian Counseling Therapists in Severna Park, MD

Is your teenager struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, anger, self-harm, low self-esteem, or trauma? Is your teenager waiting for the day they'll wake up and instantly feel better? As a parent, watching your child navigate challenges is so difficult, but there is hope. Therapy offers a proactive approach to understanding feelings and where they come from, learning healthy coping skills, developing emotional regulation, navigating conflict, building communication skills, managing overthinking, and cultivating self-confidence. Emotions do not have to rule their lives and I can help teach your teenager these skills.

I strive to create a peaceful accepting space for you to process whatever heaviness you have been carrying around. Therapy should be a place where you feel grounded even in the midst of chaos and struggle. Everyone deserves to be seen and fully accepted for who they are in this world, I hope that I can provide that for my clients. Making the decision to seek therapy often doesn’t come from just one thing, it’s a combination of our past, present, and possibly future. We will explore all parts of you to understand who you truly are and help you become your most authentic self.

Life Happens. Each person experiences hard seasons in life, but these hard times don’t have to define you. Talking with someone to process the stressful periods in our lives allows us to develop ourselves and reframe our future. I specialize in working with people who experience difficult life transitions to move through tough emotions to find purpose and meaning in their lives, while helping them find their true potential. I also specialize in helping individuals who have are experiencing a faith-based crisis, processing spiritual trauma or exploring spirituality. I have experience in working with adults, adolescents and families.

I believe in a holistic approach to psychotherapy. Psychotherapy creates a safe space for wounded people to work toward healing within the security of the therapeutic relationship. I understand your problems through both clinical and spiritual perspectives. I believe that true healing and freedom come through faith in Christ Jesus so I am guided by the Holy Spirit within my clinical approach. I believe in the Biblical truth of John 8:36, "Whom the Son sets free is truly free indeed". My therapeutic practice reflects that freedom and healing are possible for all clients who are bound by psychological pain and trauma.

Diane Channas has been in practice helping clients for over 25 years. She has experience in treating men, women, adolescents, and children for a variety of individual, marriage, and family issues including PTSD, dissociation, depression, anxiety, grief, communication, and adjustment disorders. She uses a variety of therapeutic approaches which include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Systems Approach Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Diane enjoys helping others realize their potential as they move through challenging life circumstances.

IT STINKS IF YOU ARE READING THIS- because if life were going well, you probably would not be checking out therapists. If you are frustrated with your life, relationships or maybe even yourself, don't panic- we all get there sometimes. You might need help getting in touch with your heart, finding your voice or rediscovering longings that have gotten buried. I would love to help you reconnect with yourself, the people you love and the life you have so long desired.

Relationships... love them or hate them, we all need them. Sometimes we can't live with them and some days we can't live without them! How are your relationships going these days? I offer hope, support, and personal and professional expertise to those struggling in their relationships with their spouse, partner, or adult children. I am a fully trained Gottman counselor, certified family estrangement coach, and grief educator. These credentials allow me to equip my clients to move forward in their lives. Please reach out for support. You are worth it! Virtual sessions only.

Gisele Parker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 1998. Gisele views therapy as client specific and unique to each client. Her approach to therapy is Client-Centered Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). She offers clients the opportunity to be heard, accepted without judgement, and encouraged to face their fears, make changes towards growth, and navigate through the challenges of life. Gisele has worked with individuals of all ages with mental health issues including mood disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, and Autism-Spectrum disorders.

Renee views therapy as an opportunity to help guide individuals or families through life's challenges utilizing their strengths, values, and support systems. Her goal is to assist people to live healthier and happier lives. Renee will use various therapeutic approaches to foster a safe and confidential clinical environment that helps people feel comfortable sharing their goals and stories. Renee enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Renee tends to work with individuals who have experienced adjustment disorders, anxiety, behavioral, and relationship issues.

Libby has 30 plus years as an experienced therapist providing counseling services to children, teenagers, women, couples and families. She is trained to work with marriage and family issues where her focus is to build and strengthen relationships. She is highly experienced in play therapy for the effective treatment of children. She has an extensive repertoire to work with victims of physical, sexual and verbal abuse. Libby believes with God, nothing is impossible and she relies on Him to use her professional training and life experience to assist others who are wounded and seeking healing and restoration.

Welcome! I understand that, since you are searching for a therapist, you are looking for answers and renewed hope in a difficult season of your life. I am here to help and look forward to meeting you. I have worked with clients experiencing a variety of issues and trauma including sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and grief and loss for about 20 years. I also value marriage and the family and want to help couples work through their issues and see them grow in their ability to communicate and resolve the conflicts that are bound to happen in relationships.

When struggling with challenges in life, often making the initial appointment is the biggest step. Being vulnerable to someone takes strength and courage. Take the first step and discover how to make positive change happen. Together we can find a way to navigate life's complexities. I would enjoy helping you discover your potential as we walk through challenging life circumstances.

Do you need help with your child? Do you need a guiding support to help you raise your children on the right path? I have you covered! I help kids, teens, and families improve their relationships and meet meaningful goals. Even if you don’t exactly know what’s going on with your child. Even if you’ve tried other strategies or therapies in the past. I have 14 years of experience in children’s mental health and my own child with special needs. I have years of training experience from the nationally recognized children’s hospital, Kennedy Krieger Institute, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and truly I've seen it all!

Life is all about transitions. Perhaps one of the most challenging to navigate is the transition from childhood to adulthood. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I get it and I am here to help. I have completed years of training including a doctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I am the owner of Spark Change Wellness Center where I serve preteens, adolescents, young adults and their families. Needs that I most often treat include depression, anxiety, ADHD, parental stress, and adjustment problems.

Are you struggling with feelings of overwhelm in multiple areas of life? Our world has changed drastically in the past few years leaving many struggling with additional stress and anxiety. Figuring out how to support our children too, can be difficult. I believe you possess the strength to overcome what you are facing and it will lead you to the peace or healing you seek. I specialize in working with adults of all ages, parents and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or life transitions.

My ideal client is someone who is diagnosed with anxiety disorder. These symptoms develop in childhood and are still present through adulthood if not treated. Individuals need to face their fears with the support of a therapist. By trying to remain calm, without becoming overly anxious or having a panic attack. My goal as a therapist is to help them build their self-confidence so they can control their fears and feel secure. I work with clients to remain calm and practice breathing techniques. I build empathy with my clients by explaining that they are not alone in their struggles.

I am currently accepting NEW clients all across the state of Maryland only, with afternoon and evening appointments available. I want to help you heal, rebuild and restructure your life, so you can live the life you want. I am here to support you every step through your therapy journey. I can help if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, trauma, neglect or abuse. Therapy can offer a safe, supportive place for you to decompress, heal, reassess, and rebuild.

Are you struggling with stress, anxious feelings, worrisome thoughts, uncomfortable emotions? Are you having trouble genuinely smiling and enjoying your life? And now, you find yourself looking for a therapist. You don't need to go through life with these struggles. As long as you want to make life better, it is doable. Be encouraged. I've seen such changes in my clients and, for them, it all started by looking for a therapist. So, find yourself a therapist and get started on the kind of changes that makes life fuller and richer. If you are considering me - Let's talk. I offer a Free 15 minute consultation.

Are you currently in a storm? Sometimes the storms of life can consume our hope that things will get better. Well I am here to tell you that storms create steps. Some steps are clear, while others may require someone to walk beside you to make the crooked paths straight. I hope to partner with you on your journey to discovering those “A-HA" moments. I am passionate about helping my clients move forward with purpose relative to dating concerns, break-ups, complex family dynamics, boundaries, and self-esteem.