Therapists in Annapolis, MD

I am licensed as an LCSW-C, serve as Clinical Director at Ellie Mental Health, and also see clients of all ages, races, and sexual orientation. I have been licensed and providing mental health services for thirty years and have a philosophy of support, encouragement, and team work with both staff and clients.

Niche: LGBTQIA, adolescents/young adults, teachers, athletes and children. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe to share their story and know they are being seen and heard. Using a holistic, client-centered approach I help folks find self-love, acceptance, and healthy ways to move through life transitions. I use a variety of clinical skills with children. I encourage parents of young children to attend sessions as I model behavioral techniques they can implement at home.

During my 30 years in the social work profession I have had an array of experiences that have focused on crisis work with families and individuals experiencing: trauma, loss, depression, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, housing & employment issues, and family challenges. In my more recent practice years, I have enjoyed working with the LGBTQ community as a straight ally, and advocating for equal rights and fair treatment for all. I am also certified as a divorce mediator, and I provide clinical supervision to graduate level social work professionals seeking their LCSW-C licensure. Licensed in: MD/VA/FL.

Have you or your teen been struggling with anxious thoughts, school pressures, or your identity? Is it sometimes a struggle to get out of bed? These problems can be overwhelming to handle, and I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards healing. I am dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, judgment-free space. I specialize in working with children (9+), teens, and young adults. If you are someone who is ready to explore their journey of self-discovery, I would love to walk alongside you as you grow.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been in practice for over 10 years. I completed my Clinical Internship and Post-doctoral Fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/John Hopkins University School of Medicine, and prior to that, received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University. I am passionate about working with children, teens, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of behavioral, emotional, and interpersonal issues. My approach is collaborative, research-informed, and is designed to meet the unique needs of clients.

Have you ever thought…“There has to be more to life than this? What am I here for? No one understands me!” Do you sometimes feel as though you are not noticed or appreciated for what you bring to the table? Does anxiety, fear, worry, thoughts of traumatic events or depression seem to hang around longer these days? Ever think…“I can’t handle this! I don’t know what I’m going to do! Does anyone even care about what I’m going through?” I care and I am here to help you!

As a licensed therapist, I have over eight years of experience working with individuals and families of various ages and backgrounds in school, hospital and private practice settings. I currently focus my clinical work with preteens, teens, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem and life transitions. And, as a biracial (Asian/White) therapist, I am knowledgeable about unique identity issues for biracial/multiracial individuals and am passionate about supporting others in this area. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process, and view clients as the experts of their own lives.

Life is full of feelings whether we like it or not. If you are struggling to identify your emotions and what they mean, you are not alone. Trauma, transitions, and a history of a lack of emotional guidance can make it feel as though you are grasping at straws. If you have children of your own you want to teach, this can be even more overwhelming. No matter the reason for this sense of overwhelm, you do not have to go through this journey of self compassion alone. I am a firm believer that we all have a “toolbox” of coping skills. Some may be empty, some filled with rusty tools, and others are just out of reach.

I feel privileged to walk beside clients as they deal with struggles such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, addiction, OCD, relationship challenges, grief and loss, spirituality, and more. Working with my clients has taught me that recovery involves recognizing and utilizing one's strengths to make healthy changes and decisions in their lives. This is why I see my role as a counselor is to support and empower my clients as they identify and work towards their recovery goals.

Feeling stressed? Got the blues? Having a lover's quarrel? Are the children misbehaving? We can help! We utilize Brief, Solution- Focused therapy, as well as other modalities, to help you overcome whatever obstacle you are currently facing.

Do you have a child that struggles with anxiety, sadness, or behavioral concerns? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to best support your child during this difficult time? As a therapist that is passionate about working with children and their families to promote emotional growth and positive behavioral change, I would be honored to assist your family in navigating this challenging chapter of life. One of my goals is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgemental space during our sessions so that we can work together to create goals that feel comfortable for you and your family.

I am an Annapolis based clinical psychologist. I am also a wife, mother, daughter and friend. I see adults struggling with many issues, including: work/academic, anxiety,depression/mood, sports, health issues and relationship problems. I believe that it's a psychologist's job to collaborate with clients on areas of change. We should nurture, challenge and ultimately become unnecessary.

Life can be full of difficult moments, unexpected transitions, and painful relationships. They may leave you feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or as though you’ve lost who you are. You may be finding yourself resorting back to old patterns during times of stress, even if those patterns no longer serve you well. Although you may be feeling stuck, you’re sure that you want things to change. Together, we can walk through your experiences side by side. You deserve a space in which you feel heard and supported, and where we can work towards gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, your experiences, and your relationships.

Dr. Woomert is a Licensed Psychologist who provides psychological assessment and therapeutic services. Evaluations are designed to bridge the gap between difficulties a young person faces and the services or interventions they need to reach their full potential. Dr. Woomert has extensive experience in collaborative assessment, which emphasizes the importance of your perspective and wisdom when it comes to the difficulties your child or family is experiencing. After an evaluation, families can expect to have a much clearer idea of their child's strengths and weaknesses, as well as how to move forward and improve their lives.

There are times when we outgrow our current coping skills and need to refocus our energy and will. Balancing our ways we survive is key by using different strategies and techniques that are carved out for each one of us. Being an art therapist and a clinical social worker, I believe that in my work with children, adolescents, and adults a way exists in finding the best self that is somewhere within themselves. Using cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered focus, I can join with and provide an outlet for clients to share experiences and work together to foster an improved sense of self and well-being.

I love working with teens and young adults who are exhausted from struggling with eating disorders and who look in the mirror and hate what they see. It can be so tough as a parent to watch your child struggle and not know what you can do to help.

Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, and couples psychotherapy as well as medication management in a welcoming, private practice setting. In addition, Waypoint offers psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational testing. Our providers utilize evidence-based approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to provide therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. We have offices in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Linthicum and provide telehealth services.

At Bradford Counseling Services, LLC we provide counseling to adults, adolescents, families, couples and children (age 5 and up). We service many individuals all over Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our clinicians see clients with LGBTQ + issues, Trauma, all issues related to children, Couples, Co-parent, Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions. We are here to help you get through the difficult times that bring you in to therapy. We strive to provide our clients with new insight and feasible tools to take with them and utilize on a daily basis. Tell us how we can help you? Couples Therapy is Out of Network (see website)

Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity for clients to explore personal growth work, clarify goals, improve self esteem, reduce stress and better understand themselves and their relationships with others. For 25 years, I've provided counseling for children, adolescents and adults dealing with a range of personal, emotional and mental health issues. In a quiet, relaxed setting, I work with clients to develop effective communication, decision making and problem solving skills to deal with challenges they face. I incorporate extensive training in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical and family therapy as well as relaxing breathing, storytelling and metaphors to help clients achieve more balanced, fulfilling lives.