Therapists in Frederick, MD
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Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Maybe you haven’t felt like yourself lately, or you’re more stressed and anxious than usual. The pressures of work, school, relationships, & life changes can weigh on us. If you’re feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward, therapy can provide a safe space to explore options and gain knowledge. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, with the aim to help clients feel seen and heard.
Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Maybe you haven’t felt like yourself lately, or you’re more stressed and anxious than usual. The pressures of work, school, relationships, & life changes can weigh on us. If you’re feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward, therapy can provide a safe space to explore options and gain knowledge. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, with the aim to help clients feel seen and heard.
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Sandra Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CHC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Sandra. I am a bilingual psychotherapist, fluent in English and Spanish, providing mental health services to children, adults, and families through traditional and innovative approaches, navigating life transitions. My approach uses evidence-based practices focusing on positive changes centered around your individual strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences to cultivate wellness and resilience while navigating the challenges of everyday life. My goal as a therapist is to help you learn the skills necessary to find the peace and healing necessary to live a healthy, happy life.
Hello, I'm Sandra. I am a bilingual psychotherapist, fluent in English and Spanish, providing mental health services to children, adults, and families through traditional and innovative approaches, navigating life transitions. My approach uses evidence-based practices focusing on positive changes centered around your individual strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences to cultivate wellness and resilience while navigating the challenges of everyday life. My goal as a therapist is to help you learn the skills necessary to find the peace and healing necessary to live a healthy, happy life.
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Justine Kilian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
I am a compassionate, irreverent, strengths-based therapist. I enjoy helping teenagers, adults, and partnerships deepen their relationships with themselves. I think of therapy as a laboratory for discerning and developing life change. By considering therapy, I believe that you already possess the innate capacity and bravery to pursue this change so that you can live your life to the fullest. I draw upon psychodynamic, narrative, transfeminist, and other liberatory approaches in my work with clients. I have completed EMDR Basic Training with Deany Laliotis of the Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy.
I am a compassionate, irreverent, strengths-based therapist. I enjoy helping teenagers, adults, and partnerships deepen their relationships with themselves. I think of therapy as a laboratory for discerning and developing life change. By considering therapy, I believe that you already possess the innate capacity and bravery to pursue this change so that you can live your life to the fullest. I draw upon psychodynamic, narrative, transfeminist, and other liberatory approaches in my work with clients. I have completed EMDR Basic Training with Deany Laliotis of the Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy.
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Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
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Life is a struggle. While we all have had joys to celebrate and call our own, no one escapes the slings and arrows of life's misfortunes. I believe we always respond to those misfortunes in ways we believe is best for us at the time. Sometimes we have clarity. We can proceed in a way that validates who we are and what's in our best interest. Other times, we may not know what to do or act in a way that does not turn out as well. We suffer as our past ways of handling this situation no longer fits to meet our present needs.
Life is a struggle. While we all have had joys to celebrate and call our own, no one escapes the slings and arrows of life's misfortunes. I believe we always respond to those misfortunes in ways we believe is best for us at the time. Sometimes we have clarity. We can proceed in a way that validates who we are and what's in our best interest. Other times, we may not know what to do or act in a way that does not turn out as well. We suffer as our past ways of handling this situation no longer fits to meet our present needs.
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Monica Caluda
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704 (Online Only)
In my practice, I strive to meet my clients where they are and work on building a meaningful connection. I have over 10 years’ experience working as a Licensed Music Therapist in MD. In my work, I have focused on an individual’s sense of self and the relationships they have with others. I also prioritize this in my work as a Mental Health Therapist Intern. I am supervised by a fully licensed clinician which creates a treatment team to address issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment, and many other problems or concerns that are interfering with ones daily life. We will work together to help you obtain overall wellness.
In my practice, I strive to meet my clients where they are and work on building a meaningful connection. I have over 10 years’ experience working as a Licensed Music Therapist in MD. In my work, I have focused on an individual’s sense of self and the relationships they have with others. I also prioritize this in my work as a Mental Health Therapist Intern. I am supervised by a fully licensed clinician which creates a treatment team to address issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment, and many other problems or concerns that are interfering with ones daily life. We will work together to help you obtain overall wellness.
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My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety for the first time due to life changes and transitions or may be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety for the first time due to life changes and transitions or may be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
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Do you notice swirling thoughts that don't seem to have a viable solution often distracting you to the point you’ve missed several songs on the radio? Perhaps you’ve lost interest in activities you used to find enjoyable. Maybe you’ve found yourself engaging in compulsive behaviors such as online pornography, gambling, video gaming, shopping, or sex to distract yourself from your worries. Many who experience these issues are struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, or family/relationship challenges. These symptoms can sap your energy and leave you feeling as though you've lost your way in your life's journey.
Do you notice swirling thoughts that don't seem to have a viable solution often distracting you to the point you’ve missed several songs on the radio? Perhaps you’ve lost interest in activities you used to find enjoyable. Maybe you’ve found yourself engaging in compulsive behaviors such as online pornography, gambling, video gaming, shopping, or sex to distract yourself from your worries. Many who experience these issues are struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, or family/relationship challenges. These symptoms can sap your energy and leave you feeling as though you've lost your way in your life's journey.
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I offer a chance for you to look at your struggles in a different way by peeling back the layers and having an honest discussion. By leaning on your strengths and developing new ones, we can work together to help you create a plan to address the concerns that have brought you to therapy. My style is compassion with a blend of humor, trust, honesty, cheerleading, concern, and grace. I will meet you where you are in order to help you take your next steps. Today is a great day to start this journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you. Do you think we are a match? Give me a call. Together, we got this!
I offer a chance for you to look at your struggles in a different way by peeling back the layers and having an honest discussion. By leaning on your strengths and developing new ones, we can work together to help you create a plan to address the concerns that have brought you to therapy. My style is compassion with a blend of humor, trust, honesty, cheerleading, concern, and grace. I will meet you where you are in order to help you take your next steps. Today is a great day to start this journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you. Do you think we are a match? Give me a call. Together, we got this!
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Frederick Counseling LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Not accepting new clients
A warm and trusting relationship is an integral to my work as a counselor. I enjoy helping my clients heal, regulate moods and become more resilient. For more than a decade, I have helped clients to alleviate depression and anxiety, heal from trauma, and improve relationships.
A warm and trusting relationship is an integral to my work as a counselor. I enjoy helping my clients heal, regulate moods and become more resilient. For more than a decade, I have helped clients to alleviate depression and anxiety, heal from trauma, and improve relationships.
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My clinical practice centers around therapeutic modalities that view peoples' minds, bodies, hearts, and souls as one. I believe that valuing this interconnectedness is one of the most important factors in restoration, growth, and finding your inner-light. One way to find and re-connect with ourselves is through the practice of Ecotherapy, a therapeutic approach that encourages people to undertake a healing journey through our relationship with nature. This can look like (but is not limited to) incorporating the outdoors into session, utilizing somatic interventions, and engaging creative expression that uses natural materials.
My clinical practice centers around therapeutic modalities that view peoples' minds, bodies, hearts, and souls as one. I believe that valuing this interconnectedness is one of the most important factors in restoration, growth, and finding your inner-light. One way to find and re-connect with ourselves is through the practice of Ecotherapy, a therapeutic approach that encourages people to undertake a healing journey through our relationship with nature. This can look like (but is not limited to) incorporating the outdoors into session, utilizing somatic interventions, and engaging creative expression that uses natural materials.
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With a focus on empowering my clients, I specialize in addressing a range of presenting issues including anxiety, chronic illness/ pain, physical disabilities, medical treatment induced trauma, life transitions, low self-esteem, and stress management. I also specialize in treating adult children of narcissistic or emotionally immature parents. I provide individual therapy to both adults and children, offering a nonjudgmental space for growth and healing.
With a focus on empowering my clients, I specialize in addressing a range of presenting issues including anxiety, chronic illness/ pain, physical disabilities, medical treatment induced trauma, life transitions, low self-esteem, and stress management. I also specialize in treating adult children of narcissistic or emotionally immature parents. I provide individual therapy to both adults and children, offering a nonjudgmental space for growth and healing.
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Andrew Schmidt | Roundhouse Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
As a counselor, Andrew utilizes an integrative and experiential approach based on a whole-person perspective that addresses mind, body, and spirit. His goal is to provide an environment where individuals, couples, and families are able to find hope, healing, and wholeness. Andrew emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and aims to empathize and resonate with the client's story and situation. He believes that every person has been created with a unique purpose and unlimited potential.
As a counselor, Andrew utilizes an integrative and experiential approach based on a whole-person perspective that addresses mind, body, and spirit. His goal is to provide an environment where individuals, couples, and families are able to find hope, healing, and wholeness. Andrew emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and aims to empathize and resonate with the client's story and situation. He believes that every person has been created with a unique purpose and unlimited potential.
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Hi, my name is Kelly (she/her)! I am a therapist who has experience working with a range of diagnoses including, but not limited to, OCD, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
Hi, my name is Kelly (she/her)! I am a therapist who has experience working with a range of diagnoses including, but not limited to, OCD, anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders.
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Chris Vara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MDiv
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
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I am a Maryland Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) who has been working in the mental health field for 12 years with various populations. I have experience working with older adolescents and adults in settings including public schools, community mental health, and residential treatment centers. I use an integrated approach, meaning I draw from many different treatment modalities based on your unique needs. Some of these include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Strengths-based therapy.
I am a Maryland Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) who has been working in the mental health field for 12 years with various populations. I have experience working with older adolescents and adults in settings including public schools, community mental health, and residential treatment centers. I use an integrated approach, meaning I draw from many different treatment modalities based on your unique needs. Some of these include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Strengths-based therapy.
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Many people want change but oftentimes that first step is the most daunting. We can get caught up trying to make the right choice and out of fear of being wrong, make no choice at all. If you are reading this, chances are that you are seeking change for yourself or someone close to you. We all need help at some point. When it's healthy and effective, it can make the difference between meeting your goals or remaining stuck and frustrated.
Many people want change but oftentimes that first step is the most daunting. We can get caught up trying to make the right choice and out of fear of being wrong, make no choice at all. If you are reading this, chances are that you are seeking change for yourself or someone close to you. We all need help at some point. When it's healthy and effective, it can make the difference between meeting your goals or remaining stuck and frustrated.
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Dante Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) with in-depth experience in crisis management, individual, family, and group therapy. I am trained in Trauma- Focused CBT and EMDR both evidenced based practices that have been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma. With intensive training in Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness based interventions, I effectively treat mood instability, behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, and managing difficult life transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) with in-depth experience in crisis management, individual, family, and group therapy. I am trained in Trauma- Focused CBT and EMDR both evidenced based practices that have been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma. With intensive training in Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness based interventions, I effectively treat mood instability, behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, and managing difficult life transitions.
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Elissa Samuels
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21702 (Online Only)
Hello! I am an LCPC licensed in MD and PA. I specialize in working with adults who are neurodivergent and may have gone unrecognized or unacknowledged due to their ability to mask their traits. My focus includes helping those who experience anxiety, depression, and issues with self-esteem. Many of my clients also struggle with social anxiety or panic attacks, feelings of overwhelm, depression spirals, and impulsive irritable reactions. Often, my clients feel a sense of unhappiness or dissatisfaction from denying their true selves and conforming to external expectations.
Hello! I am an LCPC licensed in MD and PA. I specialize in working with adults who are neurodivergent and may have gone unrecognized or unacknowledged due to their ability to mask their traits. My focus includes helping those who experience anxiety, depression, and issues with self-esteem. Many of my clients also struggle with social anxiety or panic attacks, feelings of overwhelm, depression spirals, and impulsive irritable reactions. Often, my clients feel a sense of unhappiness or dissatisfaction from denying their true selves and conforming to external expectations.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Frederick, MD
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Frederick, MD who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
77% | Self Esteem |
75% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Stress |
71% | Coping Skills |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
74% | CareFirst |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Frederick, MD see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.