Compassion Focused Therapists in Taneytown, MD

Learning to live in the present allows us to experience the beauty that surrounds us, both from within and from the outside world. Anxiety, depression, and unresolved experiences keep us from connecting with ourselves and others, and we end up living life on autopilot. It can be difficult to slow down our thoughts and regulate our emotions and we miss out on all the joy that can be part of our life. We will work on healing from the past, practicing healthier coping skills, learning new tools to manage challenges, and adopting healthier thought patterns. Meditation and grounding exercises are often used in sessions.

JSM Therapeutic Options is a mental health practice in Baltimore County,Md. Our practice has provided mental health services to individuals and families since 2014. JSM offers an eclectic approach with therapeutic practices in a nurturing, healing and learning environment. Our team aims to empower individuals and families (14+) who struggle with symptoms of anxiety/depression, stress, grief ,trauma ,generational trauma and ADHD by providing access to evidence based treatment.

If you are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, feeling misunderstood, struggling with a loss or having conflict in a relationship whether significant other, family member, friend, or coworker, I would be honored to help you on your healing journey! Sessions are individualized; tailored to your goals and how you want to use your time. I hope therapy is a positive empowering chapter in clients' lives. I use supportive reflection and can use CBT, psychotherapy, person-first, provide trauma informed care, studied Gottman and many other therapeutic approaches. I specialize in memorial art & art can be used as desired.

Welcome to therapy! There may be some mixed feelings about getting started but note this as a great defining moment in your life, taking time to care for you, this took courage & determination! Mental health is a crucial part of our overall health and yet it is often neglected by default. I want to help more people prioritize their mental health promoting wellness and living a fulfilled life. I think of myself as a support in your journey helping you unlock your answers. I provide a warm nourishing therapy space for you to feel welcomed and cared for. I hope to be your support in your healing journey.

I have been in practice for the past twenty five years and my background includes working with individuals, couples, and families. I have extensive experience working with individuals who need help with addictions, anxiety, and relationship issues. I believe therapy can help you find healthy and productive ways to gain more confidence and ability to handle the struggles you face.

I’m an NIH-trained Clinical Health Psychologist who specializes in adolescents and adults experiencing chronic and acute illness or pain as well as caregivers of loved ones with medical conditions. I am the Supervising Psychologist and Director at Bethesda-Chevy Chase Psychological Services. In therapy, my approach is collaborative and experiential, aiming to help individuals break free from the grip of pain, empowering them to embrace meaning and vitality in their lives.

We are a client-oriented counseling (traditional, modern, holistic, and spiritual), coaching, and medication management practice. We put our clients' well-being first and together we work on and identify what solutions will work best for them, their lifestyle, and their healing proces/ change journey.

Sometimes, it feels like you just can't win. The world is becoming more complicated and nothing is easy. We can see that people have become increasingly antagonistic after COVID, and many of us experience this feeling of being unsettled. Sometimes, our previous traumas and experiences with shame guide our behavior; especially when we feel activated. Whether our family is estranged or our relationships have become strenuous we find ourselves looking for some type of consistency and stability.

***EMAIL FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE***I believe all of us go through challenges and emotional pain throughout our lives that require non-judgmental insights to guide us through the healing process. We begin to manage our challenges and emotional pain in a healthier way by approaching them with curiosity and compassion rather than judgement and criticism. As a therapist, I am passionate about facilitating change with my clients by providing psychoeducation on psychological and emotional issues and a safe space for them to explore and understand their challenges.

Let’s face it, life has a tendency to wear us all down--be it the death of a loved one, illness, traumatic experiences, or even just the demands of everyday life. As a result, we might find ourselves plagued by chronic stress, anxiety, or depression. Perhaps you find yourself feeling hopeless, trapped, or isolated. Maybe you’ve felt as though you've been merely surviving life, instead of actually living it. If so, know that you are not alone, and change is possible! I’m extremely passionate and dedicated to helping my clients heal, improve their lives, and reach their personal goals.

I enjoy working with individuals who seek to live happier, healthier lives and recognize that change can only happen by trying something new. Each of us has the power to create better lives for ourselves simply by changing the way we relate to ourselves. Many people never learned as children how to cope with stress and negative emotion. But this is a skill that can be learned in adulthood and that can pave the way for greater happiness throughout our lives. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself by noticing and responding to your thoughts and feelings with compassion and validation.

Trained in psychedelic-assisted therapy, I offer both preparation and integration sessions for those interested in support for processing psychedelic experiences. Additional training includes Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 and advanced training in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). Using these approaches, we work collaboratively to promote insight and develop skills that lead to emotional healing, and desired change and growth. Licensed in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

Britt Rathbone is an expert in the treatment of adolescents. He graduated from Columbia University and has worked exclusively with adolescents and their families since 1985. He has a special interest in challenging, difficult to treat, and treatment-reluctant adolescents as well as those who have multiple and complicated mental health diagnoses. He trains therapists, speaks to professional and lay groups, and has taught advanced level social work graduate students at the Catholic University of America. Washingtonian Magazine has consistently named Mr. Rathbone one of Washington's best therapists for adolescents, and one of Washington's best therapists for group therapy.

My specialty lies in empowering adults who feel stuck in their personal and relational growth, as well as working with couples. I am dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through challenges in their relationships and life transitions, while also providing support and empowerment to high-achieving individuals seeking personal and professional fulfillment. Additionally, I specialize in sex therapy, offering a safe and non-judgmental space to address intimacy and sexual health concerns within relationships. I am also committed to neurodiversity-affirming care, ensuring that all clients receive understanding and tailored support.

I work with Individuals, Couples and Families who can sometimes feel "stuck" not heard or unhappy. I believe that my clients are the experts and my goal is to guide them in understanding the "why," "how," and "what's next." I believe that even in our darkest times we all have strengths that can help us achieve the goals we want within our relationships with ourselves and the others in our life and my role in the therapeutic process is to guide you towards those strengths so together we can bring back into light they deserve. I like to go at my client(s) pace so to not push or create unattainable expectations.

Creating a safe, warm, encouraging therapeutic environment where clients can be their full selves, embrace progress over perfection, and build self-compassion and acceptance are some of my goals as a therapist. I believe my clients are the experts of their own experiences and allow their knowledge to guide and shape our work together. My therapeutic interests include anxiety disorders including body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair pulling and skin picking, perfectionism, and OCD, sensory regulation, ADHD, depression, and grief. I work with kids, teens, and adults, and especially enjoy working with creatives.