Therapists in 21047
Reaching out for help is the first step toward better mental health. You need a trusted professional to help you to heal, to change, and achieve your goals. My associates and I have decades of experience and are dedicated to using a dynamic approach. The aim is to not only support you as you gain understanding and insight into yourself and your situation, but to guide you to solutions for your life and your relationships.
Reaching out for help is the first step toward better mental health. You need a trusted professional to help you to heal, to change, and achieve your goals. My associates and I have decades of experience and are dedicated to using a dynamic approach. The aim is to not only support you as you gain understanding and insight into yourself and your situation, but to guide you to solutions for your life and your relationships.
I view therapy as an explorative journey where both clinician and client work collaboratively to establish a personally suited treatment plan. Therapy occurs in a relaxing and accepting space facilitating comfort as clients share and gain support and skills. I incorporate Positive Psychology’s strength based approach, which teaches clients to identify their strengths and direct their energies towards qualities rather than focusing on perceived weaknesses. Through this process clients learn how to utilize their strengths to bring about healthy changes in thought processes and behaviors and ultimately build resilience.
I view therapy as an explorative journey where both clinician and client work collaboratively to establish a personally suited treatment plan. Therapy occurs in a relaxing and accepting space facilitating comfort as clients share and gain support and skills. I incorporate Positive Psychology’s strength based approach, which teaches clients to identify their strengths and direct their energies towards qualities rather than focusing on perceived weaknesses. Through this process clients learn how to utilize their strengths to bring about healthy changes in thought processes and behaviors and ultimately build resilience.
Accepting New Clients! Sometimes we feel stuck and need a little help navigating life’s struggles. If things feel overwhelming or heavy, reaching out for support can be the first step in figuring things out. While you are the expert on your own life, therapy provides a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Accepting New Clients! Sometimes we feel stuck and need a little help navigating life’s struggles. If things feel overwhelming or heavy, reaching out for support can be the first step in figuring things out. While you are the expert on your own life, therapy provides a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Melissa L Kramer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, C-PD, CAC-AD, C-DBT, C-NATC
Serves Area
I work with young adults & adults struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, personality disorders, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, & emotional challenges. My clinical expertise centers on understanding the intricate connections between personal experiences, emotional patterns, & genetic predisposition, and the behavior choices that are a result of this combination of factors. My approach is compassionate, intentional, & direct. I use a trauma informed, integrative approach & am committed to fostering emotional resilience, self-awareness, & lasting recovery through individualized treatment & collaborative care.
I work with young adults & adults struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, personality disorders, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, & emotional challenges. My clinical expertise centers on understanding the intricate connections between personal experiences, emotional patterns, & genetic predisposition, and the behavior choices that are a result of this combination of factors. My approach is compassionate, intentional, & direct. I use a trauma informed, integrative approach & am committed to fostering emotional resilience, self-awareness, & lasting recovery through individualized treatment & collaborative care.
Welcome to a therapeutic space where the focus is not on what's "wrong" with you, but rather on celebrating your journey towards emotional health & wellness. I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to fostering acceptance, self-discovery, and emotional well-being. In my practice, I believe in embracing the concept of mental health as an integral part of our overall wellness. Just as we prioritize our physical health through primary care services, I advocate for the recognition and celebration of strategies that promote emotional health. It's about exploring the depths of self-discovery, resiliency and healing.
Welcome to a therapeutic space where the focus is not on what's "wrong" with you, but rather on celebrating your journey towards emotional health & wellness. I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to fostering acceptance, self-discovery, and emotional well-being. In my practice, I believe in embracing the concept of mental health as an integral part of our overall wellness. Just as we prioritize our physical health through primary care services, I advocate for the recognition and celebration of strategies that promote emotional health. It's about exploring the depths of self-discovery, resiliency and healing.
I am a recent LCPC graduate from William James College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. I utilize an integrative approach that uses strengths-based techniques and Cognitive behavioral techniques. My clinical interests and experience include anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ Issues, interpersonal issues, depression, and social justice issues.
I am a recent LCPC graduate from William James College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. I utilize an integrative approach that uses strengths-based techniques and Cognitive behavioral techniques. My clinical interests and experience include anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ Issues, interpersonal issues, depression, and social justice issues.
Are you a couple seeking to strengthen your bond, rebuild trust, and renew commitment? You deserve a space where you feel valued and safe to be vulnerable with yourself and in your relationships. We’ll work collaboratively to enhance communication, unravel unhelpful patterns, and rediscover the connection that you long for. Alongside couples and family therapy, I offer support to motivated individuals and young minds 10+ looking to grow, heal, and feel better prepared to cope with life’s challenges. I especially love working with teens, young adults, first responders, veterans, and those living with chronic illness.
Are you a couple seeking to strengthen your bond, rebuild trust, and renew commitment? You deserve a space where you feel valued and safe to be vulnerable with yourself and in your relationships. We’ll work collaboratively to enhance communication, unravel unhelpful patterns, and rediscover the connection that you long for. Alongside couples and family therapy, I offer support to motivated individuals and young minds 10+ looking to grow, heal, and feel better prepared to cope with life’s challenges. I especially love working with teens, young adults, first responders, veterans, and those living with chronic illness.
PLEASE EMAIL ME DIRECTLY TO SEE ABOUT AVAILABILITY OR INQUIRE ABOUT SERVICES. - www.robhardesty.com - Therapy can help us move beyond emotional or behavioral problems. It is an effective tool that can help find relief from feelings of emotional pain, trauma, depression, anxiety, or life's stressors. But most importantly it can also provide growth in a positive direction to improve one's life for the better.
PLEASE EMAIL ME DIRECTLY TO SEE ABOUT AVAILABILITY OR INQUIRE ABOUT SERVICES. - www.robhardesty.com - Therapy can help us move beyond emotional or behavioral problems. It is an effective tool that can help find relief from feelings of emotional pain, trauma, depression, anxiety, or life's stressors. But most importantly it can also provide growth in a positive direction to improve one's life for the better.
As a counselor, I work to provide interventions which not only alleviate immediate symptoms such as sadness, grief or anxiety, but also to facilitate greater self-understanding. I believe that counseling is an investment that can enhance your quality of life by helping you to develop a "tool box" of strategies to deal with challenges, improve self-esteem, find ways to get your needs met and develop skills to create healthier relationships.
As a counselor, I work to provide interventions which not only alleviate immediate symptoms such as sadness, grief or anxiety, but also to facilitate greater self-understanding. I believe that counseling is an investment that can enhance your quality of life by helping you to develop a "tool box" of strategies to deal with challenges, improve self-esteem, find ways to get your needs met and develop skills to create healthier relationships.
Jennifer Kraus LCSW-C specializes in helping children and adults through numerous modalities. She sees the positives and strengths in all her clients. Jennifer takes a unique approach to support clients through their journey. She will incorporate a hands-on experiential technique which can include nature and animals. Strategies are often practiced in sessions and then applied outside of therapy. Jennifer has been certified through Natural Lifemanship and Equine Growth and Assisted Learning Association since 2014, and holds their Military Service Designation.
Jennifer Kraus LCSW-C specializes in helping children and adults through numerous modalities. She sees the positives and strengths in all her clients. Jennifer takes a unique approach to support clients through their journey. She will incorporate a hands-on experiential technique which can include nature and animals. Strategies are often practiced in sessions and then applied outside of therapy. Jennifer has been certified through Natural Lifemanship and Equine Growth and Assisted Learning Association since 2014, and holds their Military Service Designation.
As a clinician/therapist, my practice includes working with children and families, teens and adults. I specialize in all childhood/adolescent emotional, mental health, and behavioral needs (Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, DMDD). Adult therapeutic services include specialization with anxiety, mindfulness, depression, medical health diagnosis and acceptance, adult ADHD. Working with children in a private, clinical setting affords me the opportunity to learn about the child, the family structure and dynamic, and support the emotional, behavioral and social needs. I strongly believe in parent training to support the child's needs.
As a clinician/therapist, my practice includes working with children and families, teens and adults. I specialize in all childhood/adolescent emotional, mental health, and behavioral needs (Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, DMDD). Adult therapeutic services include specialization with anxiety, mindfulness, depression, medical health diagnosis and acceptance, adult ADHD. Working with children in a private, clinical setting affords me the opportunity to learn about the child, the family structure and dynamic, and support the emotional, behavioral and social needs. I strongly believe in parent training to support the child's needs.
Hello! I’m an LCSW-C licensed Social Worker in Maryland with over 25 years of experience supporting children, teens, and families through life’s challenges.
I have worked with students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, helping young people navigate anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, social pressures, school stress, family changes, and other life transitions.
I strive to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where children and teens feel comfortable being themselves, sharing what they’re experiencing, and building confidence and healthy coping skills. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based.
Hello! I’m an LCSW-C licensed Social Worker in Maryland with over 25 years of experience supporting children, teens, and families through life’s challenges.
I have worked with students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, helping young people navigate anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, social pressures, school stress, family changes, and other life transitions.
I strive to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where children and teens feel comfortable being themselves, sharing what they’re experiencing, and building confidence and healthy coping skills. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based.
I am genuinely excited about collaborating with you transform your life. Whether you are looking for ways to pull yourself out of depression, searching for tools to control paralyzing anxiety, striving to heal from abuse and trauma, or just trying to figure out what you want your life to look like, I am here to help! If you can sense that something in your life needs to shift, if you feel out of sync with yourself and the people you care about, or if you wake up each day feeling like you are just going through the motions, I can help you sort out what needs to change and how you can build a path to a more fulfilling life.
I am genuinely excited about collaborating with you transform your life. Whether you are looking for ways to pull yourself out of depression, searching for tools to control paralyzing anxiety, striving to heal from abuse and trauma, or just trying to figure out what you want your life to look like, I am here to help! If you can sense that something in your life needs to shift, if you feel out of sync with yourself and the people you care about, or if you wake up each day feeling like you are just going through the motions, I can help you sort out what needs to change and how you can build a path to a more fulfilling life.
Life transitions can be hard, even the ones that are supposed to feel exciting. I work with teens, young adults, adults, parents, and first responders navigating anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, emotional overwhelm, relationship issues, life transitions, and difficulty coping with everyday stress through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. My goal is to help clients develop healthy coping skills, build emotional resilience, strengthen emotional regulation, and feel more confident as they navigate life’s challenges, manage stress, adapt to change, and move forward with greater clarity, balance, and well-being.
Life transitions can be hard, even the ones that are supposed to feel exciting. I work with teens, young adults, adults, parents, and first responders navigating anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, emotional overwhelm, relationship issues, life transitions, and difficulty coping with everyday stress through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. My goal is to help clients develop healthy coping skills, build emotional resilience, strengthen emotional regulation, and feel more confident as they navigate life’s challenges, manage stress, adapt to change, and move forward with greater clarity, balance, and well-being.
I am motivated by a commitment to helping individuals and couples navigate their paths toward fulfillment and happiness, I am devoted to offering the essential support and guidance you seek. If you find yourself caught in a cycle of negativity or besieged by the overwhelming pressures of life, know that you are not alone. Together, we can break free from these confines and rediscover the profound joy and meaningful connections that are rightfully yours. It's time to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where you can reclaim control over your life. Let's take this transformative step forward together.
I am motivated by a commitment to helping individuals and couples navigate their paths toward fulfillment and happiness, I am devoted to offering the essential support and guidance you seek. If you find yourself caught in a cycle of negativity or besieged by the overwhelming pressures of life, know that you are not alone. Together, we can break free from these confines and rediscover the profound joy and meaningful connections that are rightfully yours. It's time to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where you can reclaim control over your life. Let's take this transformative step forward together.
Life holds much beauty and joy, but at times, challenges that can be painful, unexpected, and even traumatic. We wake up every day with the chance to begin again and rewrite the stories we carry. Therapy is a place to explore our stories, work with our habitual patterns and create an intention for change. I take a mindfulness approach to therapy and believe we already carry the wisdom we need to heal. Healing in therapy comes through connecting with our innate wisdom and intuition. I work best with those who are open, process-oriented, and looking to grow self awareness through introspective and compassion based practices.
Life holds much beauty and joy, but at times, challenges that can be painful, unexpected, and even traumatic. We wake up every day with the chance to begin again and rewrite the stories we carry. Therapy is a place to explore our stories, work with our habitual patterns and create an intention for change. I take a mindfulness approach to therapy and believe we already carry the wisdom we need to heal. Healing in therapy comes through connecting with our innate wisdom and intuition. I work best with those who are open, process-oriented, and looking to grow self awareness through introspective and compassion based practices.
Hi there - I am a genderqueer. neurodivergent therapist, providing compassionate and competent trauma informed care to the LGBTQIA+ community. What does my caseload look like? It's full of people wanting to embrace their identity while confronting generational trauma, systemic barriers, societal expectations, and often doing so with little to no support system.
Maybe you’re here because you haven’t been sleeping or because regulating your emotions is becoming difficult. Maybe you’re struggling with memories, or trying to figure out how to have meaningful conversations about difficult topics that feel too big to tackle alone.
Hi there - I am a genderqueer. neurodivergent therapist, providing compassionate and competent trauma informed care to the LGBTQIA+ community. What does my caseload look like? It's full of people wanting to embrace their identity while confronting generational trauma, systemic barriers, societal expectations, and often doing so with little to no support system.
Maybe you’re here because you haven’t been sleeping or because regulating your emotions is becoming difficult. Maybe you’re struggling with memories, or trying to figure out how to have meaningful conversations about difficult topics that feel too big to tackle alone.
I believe everything about a person makes sense given where they’ve come from and what they’ve gone through. From this perspective, I help clients develop greater self-compassion and understanding rather than shame or self-blame while empowering them to create meaningful and lasting change. I work primarily with adults navigating anxiety, self-esteem concerns, people-pleasing patterns, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and unresolved childhood experiences. I also enjoy working with couples who feel stuck in painful communication patterns and recurring conflict, despite deeply caring about one another.
I believe everything about a person makes sense given where they’ve come from and what they’ve gone through. From this perspective, I help clients develop greater self-compassion and understanding rather than shame or self-blame while empowering them to create meaningful and lasting change. I work primarily with adults navigating anxiety, self-esteem concerns, people-pleasing patterns, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and unresolved childhood experiences. I also enjoy working with couples who feel stuck in painful communication patterns and recurring conflict, despite deeply caring about one another.
I provide individualized psychotherapy to support clients in achieving their wellness goals through reflection, reasoning, and empowerment. My multicultural approach honors racial, ethnic, and spiritual diversity, ensuring that treatment is both inclusive and respectful.
I provide individualized psychotherapy to support clients in achieving their wellness goals through reflection, reasoning, and empowerment. My multicultural approach honors racial, ethnic, and spiritual diversity, ensuring that treatment is both inclusive and respectful.
I'm a former Johns Hopkins Clinic Supervisor now in private practice. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I have a special passion for working with those who have a chronic disease and their families. As a Stage IV cancer survivor, I'm familiar with the emotional, physical, and financial struggles associated with being diagnosed with a chronic disease. I look forward to meeting you.
I'm a former Johns Hopkins Clinic Supervisor now in private practice. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I have a special passion for working with those who have a chronic disease and their families. As a Stage IV cancer survivor, I'm familiar with the emotional, physical, and financial struggles associated with being diagnosed with a chronic disease. I look forward to meeting you.
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Number of Therapists in 21047
40+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 21047 who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Social Anxiety |
| 90% | Health Anxiety |
| 90% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 78% | Self Esteem |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 83% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 83% | CareFirst |
| 80% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 21047 see their clients
| 78% | In Person and Online | |
| 22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 13% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |