Therapists in 21218
The goal of therapy isn’t to ‘feel better’, although that should be one of the outcomes. The suffering we experience is rarely a malfunctioning of the brain- it is usually in response to real challenges and is an important way to prepare ourselves for a developmental leap. When we are suffering, our brains release hormones that promote ‘neuroplasticity’, our minds begin to reexamine outdated narratives, and our relationships are challenged with the need for deeper vulnerability and more skillful communication.
The goal of therapy isn’t to ‘feel better’, although that should be one of the outcomes. The suffering we experience is rarely a malfunctioning of the brain- it is usually in response to real challenges and is an important way to prepare ourselves for a developmental leap. When we are suffering, our brains release hormones that promote ‘neuroplasticity’, our minds begin to reexamine outdated narratives, and our relationships are challenged with the need for deeper vulnerability and more skillful communication.
Change can be difficult and overwhelming, but you are not alone. I'm so glad you are here taking this first step! Meaningful growth occurs in spaces where we feel both safe and brave, and my role is to cultivate that space for you. Common concerns that my clients are navigating include identity exploration, relationship conflicts, family issues, depression, recovery from trauma, polyamory and nonmonogamy, anxiety and panic, and neurodiversity. I specialize in working with queer and trans folks.
I also write letters of support for gender affirming surgery. I am currently accepting new clients for couples/relationship counseling.
Change can be difficult and overwhelming, but you are not alone. I'm so glad you are here taking this first step! Meaningful growth occurs in spaces where we feel both safe and brave, and my role is to cultivate that space for you. Common concerns that my clients are navigating include identity exploration, relationship conflicts, family issues, depression, recovery from trauma, polyamory and nonmonogamy, anxiety and panic, and neurodiversity. I specialize in working with queer and trans folks.
I also write letters of support for gender affirming surgery. I am currently accepting new clients for couples/relationship counseling.
Tracey Mack
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CSOTP, CCTP, CDWF
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Let's get to the real stuff!! Are you having a difficult time managing the "stuff" in your life? Whether it be depression, anxiety, substances, relationships, etc. We are living in a very fast pace world where our stuff can become overwhelming and may need some assistance. My belief to counseling is to assist the client where they are and aid in identifying solutions. Through therapy, I provide my clients with the tools that they need to live their life to the fullest and to discover the potential they have within themselves.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Let's get to the real stuff!! Are you having a difficult time managing the "stuff" in your life? Whether it be depression, anxiety, substances, relationships, etc. We are living in a very fast pace world where our stuff can become overwhelming and may need some assistance. My belief to counseling is to assist the client where they are and aid in identifying solutions. Through therapy, I provide my clients with the tools that they need to live their life to the fullest and to discover the potential they have within themselves.
Accepting new clients! Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or major life transitions while trying to balance cultural expectations, family roles, and your own needs. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck between tradition and independence, experiencing burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or guilt for wanting something different. You might be navigating career pressure, relationship concerns, identity questions, or the emotional weight of being the “strong one” in your family. Therapy can be a space where you don’t have to explain or minimize your experience, you can simply be heard.
Accepting new clients! Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or major life transitions while trying to balance cultural expectations, family roles, and your own needs. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck between tradition and independence, experiencing burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or guilt for wanting something different. You might be navigating career pressure, relationship concerns, identity questions, or the emotional weight of being the “strong one” in your family. Therapy can be a space where you don’t have to explain or minimize your experience, you can simply be heard.
People seek out a therapist for a number of different reasons. Troubling thoughts or emotions, difficultly in relationships, life transitions, traumatic experiences, or simply because they want to explore who they are and what they want in their lives.
In therapy there is the possibility of hearing ourselves say what has remained unknown, unsaid, or unsayable. By developing awareness into the nature of the unknown parts of our-selves, we have an opportunity to look towards new futures, loosened from the ways in which our past can trap us.
People seek out a therapist for a number of different reasons. Troubling thoughts or emotions, difficultly in relationships, life transitions, traumatic experiences, or simply because they want to explore who they are and what they want in their lives.
In therapy there is the possibility of hearing ourselves say what has remained unknown, unsaid, or unsayable. By developing awareness into the nature of the unknown parts of our-selves, we have an opportunity to look towards new futures, loosened from the ways in which our past can trap us.
With over 15 years of experience, I effectively support adults in navigating and healing from the impacts of trauma, abuse, and neglect. Other areas of clinical interest and expertise include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, difficult family systems, professional burnout, exploration of gender identity and sexuality, and issues surrounding pregnancy (infertility, miscarriage, postpartum depression, etc.)
With over 15 years of experience, I effectively support adults in navigating and healing from the impacts of trauma, abuse, and neglect. Other areas of clinical interest and expertise include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, difficult family systems, professional burnout, exploration of gender identity and sexuality, and issues surrounding pregnancy (infertility, miscarriage, postpartum depression, etc.)
Melissa Powell is a License Certified Social Worker-Clinical in the state of Maryland. She has worked over 20+years in the child welfare and mental health field. She is a native of Baltimore, MD, and a graduate of Annapolis High School.
Melissa Powell is a License Certified Social Worker-Clinical in the state of Maryland. She has worked over 20+years in the child welfare and mental health field. She is a native of Baltimore, MD, and a graduate of Annapolis High School.
Every individual has a unique story and personal journey that begins at a specific point in their life. Along this journey, we inevitably face various challenges that can distract us, derail our progress, or add extra burdens. Engaging in self-exploration during this process can help us find our way back on track and reduce these burdens. Whether dealing with stress, anxiety, or transitional phases in life, adopting a growth mindset and staying motivated to improve our mental well-being can be crucial for achieving our goals.
Every individual has a unique story and personal journey that begins at a specific point in their life. Along this journey, we inevitably face various challenges that can distract us, derail our progress, or add extra burdens. Engaging in self-exploration during this process can help us find our way back on track and reduce these burdens. Whether dealing with stress, anxiety, or transitional phases in life, adopting a growth mindset and staying motivated to improve our mental well-being can be crucial for achieving our goals.
Hello & welcome to the first day of a new chapter in your life. I work with individuals on a journey of healing, self-actualization, and discovery. Whether you've faced trauma, hardship, or personal struggles, I’m here to support your growth. My clients come from all walks of life & stages of healing. I meet you where you are & gently guide you toward wellness. Together, we set goals, build skills, and work to uncover the strongest, most authentic version of you. Healing is possible & your best self is within reach.
My mission is to partner with you, reminding you that healing is possible, growth is attainable, & your best self
Hello & welcome to the first day of a new chapter in your life. I work with individuals on a journey of healing, self-actualization, and discovery. Whether you've faced trauma, hardship, or personal struggles, I’m here to support your growth. My clients come from all walks of life & stages of healing. I meet you where you are & gently guide you toward wellness. Together, we set goals, build skills, and work to uncover the strongest, most authentic version of you. Healing is possible & your best self is within reach.
My mission is to partner with you, reminding you that healing is possible, growth is attainable, & your best self
Hi, and thanks for checking out my page. Mostly I work with couples, but I also serve individuals. I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy (an evidence-based therapy), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychedelic-assisted therapies. In my career I've seen a lot and worked with many different kinds of people; hence, I'm professional and nonjudgmental. I enjoy being a social worker and therapist for all types of humans, but I specialize in serving queer and TGNC couples. I also offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. My belief is that being a person is hard, but good relationships are what help us to heal and feel safe.
Hi, and thanks for checking out my page. Mostly I work with couples, but I also serve individuals. I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy (an evidence-based therapy), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychedelic-assisted therapies. In my career I've seen a lot and worked with many different kinds of people; hence, I'm professional and nonjudgmental. I enjoy being a social worker and therapist for all types of humans, but I specialize in serving queer and TGNC couples. I also offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. My belief is that being a person is hard, but good relationships are what help us to heal and feel safe.
You have strengths that need building. Often, environments and other factors remind us if our weaknesses, and we begin to live our life from that viewpoint. We focus on the positive aspects to include the client's abilities, talents and resources that helped them achieve satisfaction. When feeling imbalanced or down on oneself it sometimes is difficult to recall or even identify the strengths that got you to a good place. We have been specifically trained on the Strengths Perspective and have full belief in the clients capabilities. When you feel better, you show up better and that's what we intend to help you do.
You have strengths that need building. Often, environments and other factors remind us if our weaknesses, and we begin to live our life from that viewpoint. We focus on the positive aspects to include the client's abilities, talents and resources that helped them achieve satisfaction. When feeling imbalanced or down on oneself it sometimes is difficult to recall or even identify the strengths that got you to a good place. We have been specifically trained on the Strengths Perspective and have full belief in the clients capabilities. When you feel better, you show up better and that's what we intend to help you do.
During stressful times, it's easy to lose your bearings and feel at sea. While family or friends can offer support, sometimes you need a different kind of help. That's when working with a therapist can make a difference. For over two decades, I've been helping people restore hope and get back to feeling like themselves again.
During stressful times, it's easy to lose your bearings and feel at sea. While family or friends can offer support, sometimes you need a different kind of help. That's when working with a therapist can make a difference. For over two decades, I've been helping people restore hope and get back to feeling like themselves again.
We all experience hardship in life, something that leaves us wondering "do I have a problem?". I believe that a problem is something that you define and something that we can work out together through therapy. This is your space to heal, find coping strategies that work, and feel empowered. I will be here to listen, find solutions, and to help think outside the box. I would love the opportunity to contribute this positivity in your life and believe that this is a good place to start when you want to create more space for yourself.
We all experience hardship in life, something that leaves us wondering "do I have a problem?". I believe that a problem is something that you define and something that we can work out together through therapy. This is your space to heal, find coping strategies that work, and feel empowered. I will be here to listen, find solutions, and to help think outside the box. I would love the opportunity to contribute this positivity in your life and believe that this is a good place to start when you want to create more space for yourself.
Are current events taking a toll on you? If life has you feeling stressed, anxious, exhausted, & overwhelmed, join the club! You've been navigating work, life, and family at a fast pace. Fortunately, our therapists offer counseling services for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and stress. When seeking counseling services, you want to be able to speak freely. There's no need to filter how you're really feeling! We'll give you the support you need to work through the "stuff" you've been holding in. Expect to feel so much better once you learn new coping strategies, make important lifestyle changes, & get the support you need.
Are current events taking a toll on you? If life has you feeling stressed, anxious, exhausted, & overwhelmed, join the club! You've been navigating work, life, and family at a fast pace. Fortunately, our therapists offer counseling services for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and stress. When seeking counseling services, you want to be able to speak freely. There's no need to filter how you're really feeling! We'll give you the support you need to work through the "stuff" you've been holding in. Expect to feel so much better once you learn new coping strategies, make important lifestyle changes, & get the support you need.
My ideal clients are teens and adults navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, personality disorders, sexuality, intimacy, relationship issues, and/or LGBTQIA+ concerns. Many come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated by patterns that seem to repeat despite their best efforts to change them. Therapy is a place to better understand those patterns, learn practical ways of responding to them, and work toward a life that feels more manageable and authentic. I believe therapy works best when people feel accepted for who they are while still being able to have honest conversations about what's getting in the way.
My ideal clients are teens and adults navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, personality disorders, sexuality, intimacy, relationship issues, and/or LGBTQIA+ concerns. Many come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated by patterns that seem to repeat despite their best efforts to change them. Therapy is a place to better understand those patterns, learn practical ways of responding to them, and work toward a life that feels more manageable and authentic. I believe therapy works best when people feel accepted for who they are while still being able to have honest conversations about what's getting in the way.
New clients welcome! Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try, life still feels heavy? Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, depression steals your energy, or big life changes leave you feeling lost. You may find yourself holding it all together on the outside while quietly struggling inside. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to face it by yourself. You might be longing for a place where you don’t have to pretend you’re fine, where you can finally exhale and be heard. There is support, and there is hope. Change is possible, and it can begin with one step!
New clients welcome! Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try, life still feels heavy? Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, depression steals your energy, or big life changes leave you feeling lost. You may find yourself holding it all together on the outside while quietly struggling inside. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to face it by yourself. You might be longing for a place where you don’t have to pretend you’re fine, where you can finally exhale and be heard. There is support, and there is hope. Change is possible, and it can begin with one step!
A personal statement... so many things to say, lets make it short. If I were to use one word, it would be trust. A client needs to feel comfortable with their therapist and trust that their feelings and experiences will be validated. A client also needs to trust that their therapist knows what they are doing and has the education and experience to help. I have been in the field over 30 years and would like to think I have helped numerous clients with issues related to depression, anxiety, change of life transitions and addictions.
A personal statement... so many things to say, lets make it short. If I were to use one word, it would be trust. A client needs to feel comfortable with their therapist and trust that their feelings and experiences will be validated. A client also needs to trust that their therapist knows what they are doing and has the education and experience to help. I have been in the field over 30 years and would like to think I have helped numerous clients with issues related to depression, anxiety, change of life transitions and addictions.
Accepting New Virtual and In-Person Clients. Are you feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Do you find yourself overthinking, doubting your decisions, or feeling stuck in life? Maybe you’ve been trying to juggle everything, but no matter how much you do, it never feels like enough. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, low self-esteem, or major life changes. You might be navigating the effects of complex or traumatic life experiences while just trying to survive each day. Imagine feeling grounded and hopeful, with the confidence to trust yourself and an understanding you're on the right path towards healing.
Accepting New Virtual and In-Person Clients. Are you feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Do you find yourself overthinking, doubting your decisions, or feeling stuck in life? Maybe you’ve been trying to juggle everything, but no matter how much you do, it never feels like enough. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, low self-esteem, or major life changes. You might be navigating the effects of complex or traumatic life experiences while just trying to survive each day. Imagine feeling grounded and hopeful, with the confidence to trust yourself and an understanding you're on the right path towards healing.
Finding your place in the world when you don't fit the mold? I specialize in working with queer folks, neurodivergent folks, men, and gamers (often all four), especially grad students navigating identity, isolation, and 'what's the point of all this?' We'll use D&D, gaming, and your actual interests as clinical tools to address depression, anxiety, and existential drift. This is therapy that gets you, uses what you love, and actually fits how your brain works.
Finding your place in the world when you don't fit the mold? I specialize in working with queer folks, neurodivergent folks, men, and gamers (often all four), especially grad students navigating identity, isolation, and 'what's the point of all this?' We'll use D&D, gaming, and your actual interests as clinical tools to address depression, anxiety, and existential drift. This is therapy that gets you, uses what you love, and actually fits how your brain works.
It can be hard to untangle where your voice ends and everyone else’s expectations begin. You might be moving through the world on autopilot—functioning, surviving, but ultimately feeling disconnected from your own needs, values, or sense of self. Therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and gently reorient.
My therapeutic approach is highly relational, and I view therapy as a collaborative process rooted in non-judgment, curiosity, and respect for your autonomy. You are the expert of yourself, and I am honored to be a partner in thought as we explore what’s working, what’s not, and what healing looks like in this season of life.
It can be hard to untangle where your voice ends and everyone else’s expectations begin. You might be moving through the world on autopilot—functioning, surviving, but ultimately feeling disconnected from your own needs, values, or sense of self. Therapy can be a space to pause, reflect, and gently reorient.
My therapeutic approach is highly relational, and I view therapy as a collaborative process rooted in non-judgment, curiosity, and respect for your autonomy. You are the expert of yourself, and I am honored to be a partner in thought as we explore what’s working, what’s not, and what healing looks like in this season of life.
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Number of Therapists in 21218
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 21218 who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 96% | Social Anxiety |
| 96% | Health Anxiety |
| 96% | Driving Anxiety |
| 92% | Depression |
| 74% | Stress |
| 73% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 78% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 73% | CareFirst |
How Therapists in 21218 see their clients
| 52% | Online Only | |
| 48% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 73% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 6% | Non-Binary |