Johns Hopkins Therapists in Towson, MD

Experiencing anxiety, depression and life struggles can be overwhelming and isolating. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck and seeking support? Together, we will help you gain valuable insight, identify and utilize strengths, and build confidence to take steps towards personal growth and wellbeing. I work with clients with a range of issues who want a safe place to share, process and work through life's stressors and challenges.

Taking the steps towards seeking help can be challenging and overwhelming. As a therapist, I aim to provide a safe, genuine space where anyone can feel comfortable to begin the process of exploration and development. Clients and I will develop achievable goals based on individual strengths, core values and the uniqueness of one’s identity to form a holistic direction for our work together.

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.

I currently have openings in my practice and will contact you the same day. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help and taking the initial step of seeking therapy can be intimating and uncomfortable. I believe it is vital to quickly establish a trusting relationship built on mutual respect for meaningful therapy to take place. Through the practice of evidenced based therapies, I believe that helping clients build on their strengths while incorporating new coping strategies is the key to successful treatment outcomes. I strive to help clients clarify their life values in order to provide a firm foundation for action.

Are you experiencing challenges and stressors that seem nearly impossible to navigate? Facing life obstacles is difficult for everyone and often times the hardest part can be acknowledging to ourselves that we can’t face them alone. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed when contemplating your future, or experiencing extreme emotions that you can’t seem to get ahold of due to unhealed past traumas.

Welcome! I know sometimes the idea of therapy can be daunting, and my role is to be your guide through the journey of self-discovery and growth. I use a variety of techniques in my practice, as I believe each patient deserves a unique approach to yield the most fruitful results. A typical session with me usually contains open dialogue, psychoeducation, and a bit of humor. I help my clients with self awareness, identifying their strengths, and finding their voice.

Please note that I have limited availability for new telehealth clients. I am licensed to work in the states of Maryland and Washington. My work with individuals addresses emotional regulation, relational difficulties, anxiety management, life transitions, and self-esteem. My work with parents of young children aims to address stress management, respond to specific behavioral concerns, increase effective communication, and improve the parent-child dynamic. I specialize in working with clients navigating OCD. I have also received targeted training to provide treatment for individuals related to fertility and postpartum.

Life is full of twists and turns that can be difficult to navigate. My clients come seeking help for depression, anxiety, trauma disorders, and mood disorders, just to name a few. I offer a safe space of understanding and compassion for healing and therapy tailored to each individual's needs. With therapy, I believe we all have the power within ourselves to embark on the healing 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.

Currently, I am only accepting clients who are interested in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). If you have been feeling "stuck" for an extended period of time, have tried traditional therapy and not found any progress, or are suffering from a traumatic event(s) that have left you with PTSD, chronic depression and anxiety, you may be a good candidate for KAP. KAP has shown breakthrough results that can help you find the *release* you've been searching for.

My clients seek help for various life problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, family relationship and marital issues, mood disorders, trauma disorders, addiction, just to name a few. Whatever the issue that brings someone to therapy, we all need support, guidance, and healing in a safe nurturing environment. I offer a compassionate individualized approach to therapy and healing. I believe that a therapist's role is to help others to tap into the wisdom and healing that resides within.

Hablo Español! Are you a people pleaser? Would you like to feel more present? Are you feeling unheard or unwanted in your relationships? Do you feel unmotivated? Are you finding it difficult to cope with your environment, your emotions, or your thoughts? Do you feel yourself sinking or want to maintain the progress you have made? Are you grieving a loss? Do you feel as if you have no control over what is going on around you? Progress and taking charge of your healing is possible, admirable, and needed but it is difficult. Allow me to be your guide on this path to more authentic living in accordance with your values and skills.

I understand that the first step in reaching out can be so difficult, so if you have made it this far you should be so proud of yourself. I provide a safe, open, and non judgmental space for you as we work together towards your goals. I have a passion for helping others. I work with all ages, presenting with all areas of concern. Whether it be anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, etc., I am here to work with you on this journey.

Hello! My name is Michael Serene, you can call me Mike, and I have been practicing in the helping profession for over thirty years- currently in practice with New Perspectives in Lutherville, Maryland. I am first and foremost a Professional Listener who looks forward to hearing your story in full confidence, and helping you find ways to achieve peace and contentment in your life. I believe every challenge in life deserves to be heard, and every person deserves support and professional, competent assistance in addressing those challenges.

Hello, I am Mike Wood- an individual therapist who is ready to be a part of your journey to self-actualization and fulfillment. I work to help my clients reach their full potential and attain the necessary skills needed to be the best versions of themselves. I understand that change and growth can be a difficult process and I believe the foundation of any therapeutic relationship is one of empathy, compassion, and patience. I am here to support you through your unique and individualized experience.

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 am dedicated to helping those who have experienced trauma, whether it be a single incident, episodic trauma or chronic trauma, and help guide them on their path to healing and recovery. As well as, being dedicated to the recovery process for those who have survived a loss or multiple losses and are experiencing complications that impact their ability to heal and move forward. There is a special place in my heart for children with special needs and helping their families and the children navigate with the multitude of issues they face through case management services.

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States. Anxiety can be significantly disabling and negatively impact our mood and quality of life. It's not uncommon for someone with an anxiety disorder to also suffer from depression. You are tired of experiencing symptoms of anxiety including intrusive, racing, and ruminative thoughts that seemingly don’t stop, feeling on constant edge, and worrying all the time. You may also feel anxiety present itself as uncomfortable sensations in your body. You, however, have already made the most courageous step which is to look for a solution.

Therapy can be an incredible catalyst for lasting personal change and growth. Developing insight into your own thoughts and behaviors, building solid self-awareness, and fostering a true understanding of yourself and others are all benefits that often come from sharing your inner world with another person. I would be happy to help you in the worthy pursuit of finding ways to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.