Depression Therapists in West River, MD
Teece Nowell Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
West River, MD 20778
Are you worried about your child? Do you feel at a loss as a parent? Is your relationship suffering? Does your family feel disconnected? Not sure what to do, where to turn? I work with kids in grades 1-5 who are struggling. Has your sweet loving 6 year old turned into a grumpy cranky brat, has your hard working focused 10 year old started not turning in homework, has your out going fun loving 8 year old stopped playing with friends and closed himself in his bedroom. Change is possible; together we can turn tough times into total triumphs.
Are you worried about your child? Do you feel at a loss as a parent? Is your relationship suffering? Does your family feel disconnected? Not sure what to do, where to turn? I work with kids in grades 1-5 who are struggling. Has your sweet loving 6 year old turned into a grumpy cranky brat, has your hard working focused 10 year old started not turning in homework, has your out going fun loving 8 year old stopped playing with friends and closed himself in his bedroom. Change is possible; together we can turn tough times into total triumphs.
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Don L Firmani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21403 (Online Only)
In a safe and comfortable environment we work together to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as to assist you in your life transitions: loss of loved one or pet, separation/divorce, military deployment and reintegration, job loss, illness/health crisis, alcohol/drug use, childbirth, retirement, spiritual emptiness.
I am a provider for ValueOptions Military OneSource working with veterans and their families, am trained in EMDR for treatment of anxiety, PTSD and related issues, and work with couples based on John Gottman's (Gottman Institute) and Susan Johnson's (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy) treatment approaches. 35 years of experience as a private business owner/manager, 28 years of counseling experience, a loving marriage and parenting/grand-parenting experience informs my work with adults and couples. I work in private practice via virtual only and was formerly a clinical supervisor and therapist for Catholic Charities.
In a safe and comfortable environment we work together to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as to assist you in your life transitions: loss of loved one or pet, separation/divorce, military deployment and reintegration, job loss, illness/health crisis, alcohol/drug use, childbirth, retirement, spiritual emptiness.
I am a provider for ValueOptions Military OneSource working with veterans and their families, am trained in EMDR for treatment of anxiety, PTSD and related issues, and work with couples based on John Gottman's (Gottman Institute) and Susan Johnson's (Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy) treatment approaches. 35 years of experience as a private business owner/manager, 28 years of counseling experience, a loving marriage and parenting/grand-parenting experience informs my work with adults and couples. I work in private practice via virtual only and was formerly a clinical supervisor and therapist for Catholic Charities.
Taking the first step to a better you, or even a better relationship, is challenging- yet exciting! I have a deep desire to guide my clients to achieve their goals and ultimately improve their overall life satisfaction. I provide an environment where I seek to inspire my clients to learn, explore and grow throughout our therapy sessions. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Clinical Supervisor with experience treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety and mood disorders, couples therapy and grief.
Taking the first step to a better you, or even a better relationship, is challenging- yet exciting! I have a deep desire to guide my clients to achieve their goals and ultimately improve their overall life satisfaction. I provide an environment where I seek to inspire my clients to learn, explore and grow throughout our therapy sessions. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Clinical Supervisor with experience treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety and mood disorders, couples therapy and grief.
You need to talk to someone. You're in a stressful place in your life. Not only is your desire for clarity and comfort at its peak, your need to find the right therapist is a leap of faith. Seeing me, you may find our sessions to be empowering, challenging, yet comfortable, and at times humorous. You can become energized by the unfolding of your story, gaining new insights into your thoughts and feelings that are no longer working for you. Many with whom I work find a significant lift by learning to cope with anxiety and depression, without the need for medication.
You need to talk to someone. You're in a stressful place in your life. Not only is your desire for clarity and comfort at its peak, your need to find the right therapist is a leap of faith. Seeing me, you may find our sessions to be empowering, challenging, yet comfortable, and at times humorous. You can become energized by the unfolding of your story, gaining new insights into your thoughts and feelings that are no longer working for you. Many with whom I work find a significant lift by learning to cope with anxiety and depression, without the need for medication.
Ronda Bresnick Hauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MA
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21403
This expertise allows me to understand and help people facing grief, depression, and profound loneliness.
Loving well and living fully - learning to live with changes in our lives with grace, wisdom and compassion - is what most of us wish for. And yet, the struggles of everyday life leave many of us feeling fearful, worried or sad and sometimes disconnected or alone. One valuable way to discover how to draw on your natural resilience to meet the challenges of life is to participate in psychotherapy. Therapy is an active partnership - where both people are listening and exploring, investigating and discovering those parts of your life that are causing suffering and difficulties - and then finding the ways to heal those places.
This expertise allows me to understand and help people facing grief, depression, and profound loneliness.
Loving well and living fully - learning to live with changes in our lives with grace, wisdom and compassion - is what most of us wish for. And yet, the struggles of everyday life leave many of us feeling fearful, worried or sad and sometimes disconnected or alone. One valuable way to discover how to draw on your natural resilience to meet the challenges of life is to participate in psychotherapy. Therapy is an active partnership - where both people are listening and exploring, investigating and discovering those parts of your life that are causing suffering and difficulties - and then finding the ways to heal those places.
My goal is to help you feel better. I offer teletherapy sessions to help you cope with depression, anxiety, stress (including stress relating to COVID-19), relationship issues, grief, age and health related issues etc.. I have been in practice for over 30 years and have worked with all age groups in private practice as well as in sub-acute rehabilitation, memory care units, in-patient psychiatric unit, nursing home and assisted living facilities. I do understand how difficult it can be to reach out to and open up to a stranger so I hope to make you feel as comfortable as I can in as short a time as possible.
My goal is to help you feel better. I offer teletherapy sessions to help you cope with depression, anxiety, stress (including stress relating to COVID-19), relationship issues, grief, age and health related issues etc.. I have been in practice for over 30 years and have worked with all age groups in private practice as well as in sub-acute rehabilitation, memory care units, in-patient psychiatric unit, nursing home and assisted living facilities. I do understand how difficult it can be to reach out to and open up to a stranger so I hope to make you feel as comfortable as I can in as short a time as possible.
Donovan works with most clinical disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, trauma, substance use disorders, dissociative disorders, and issues related to identity or changing life circumstances.
Donovan Maisel is a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy. D. ) practicing individual therapy and conducting psychological testing in Annapolis, Maryland. Donovan graduated with a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D. C. in 2021. Prior to that he received a M. A. in Experimental Psychology from Washington College in 2011, a Post-Masters Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins in 2012, and a M. A. in Clinical Psychology from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Washington, D. C. in 2018.
Donovan works with most clinical disorders including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, trauma, substance use disorders, dissociative disorders, and issues related to identity or changing life circumstances.
Donovan Maisel is a licensed clinical psychologist (Psy. D. ) practicing individual therapy and conducting psychological testing in Annapolis, Maryland. Donovan graduated with a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D. C. in 2021. Prior to that he received a M. A. in Experimental Psychology from Washington College in 2011, a Post-Masters Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins in 2012, and a M. A. in Clinical Psychology from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Washington, D. C. in 2018.
Lee Collins
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davidsonville, MD 21035 (Online Only)
I know the impact of depression and defeat, as well as the beauty of regaining control over my thinking and creating a life of peace and meaning.
What would your life look like if you if your Mindset and Self-talk were positive ? If you awoke each day expecting to move towards your goals ? Would you like to view conflict and challenges as opportunities and not defeat ? There is a way forward ! Learn the process for changing your inner self-dialogue, identifying and replacing limiting beliefs, and utilizing your strengths to build empowering habits and fulfilling personal relationships.
I know the impact of depression and defeat, as well as the beauty of regaining control over my thinking and creating a life of peace and meaning.
What would your life look like if you if your Mindset and Self-talk were positive ? If you awoke each day expecting to move towards your goals ? Would you like to view conflict and challenges as opportunities and not defeat ? There is a way forward ! Learn the process for changing your inner self-dialogue, identifying and replacing limiting beliefs, and utilizing your strengths to build empowering habits and fulfilling personal relationships.
Missy Linthicum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21403 (Online Only)
As an LCPC in Maryland, I specialize in treating kids and adults who experience varied roadblocks in life. I take a collaborative approach to counseling and therapy, in that you and I will together determine your best treatment, and I have a deep respect for your courage in seeking help. Issues may include anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, school difficulties, PTSD, relationship concerns, disordered personality traits, women’s issues, addiction, codependency, grief, disordered eating, family of origin difficulties, attachment, LGBTQ, transgender, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, and career difficulties, among others.
As an LCPC in Maryland, I specialize in treating kids and adults who experience varied roadblocks in life. I take a collaborative approach to counseling and therapy, in that you and I will together determine your best treatment, and I have a deep respect for your courage in seeking help. Issues may include anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, school difficulties, PTSD, relationship concerns, disordered personality traits, women’s issues, addiction, codependency, grief, disordered eating, family of origin difficulties, attachment, LGBTQ, transgender, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, and career difficulties, among others.
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.
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.
Dawn K. Morgan, LCSW-C, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, MD 21037 (Online Only)
Depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, loneliness, life changes, indecision, performance issues, impulsivity . . . we all struggle with something; it is part of the human condition. And at times, it is more than we can manage on our own. Let's collaborate on a mission to understand what is troubling you and identify the steps you may take toward realizing the life you envision. As your therapist, I will listen, but also will actively participate in a conversation about you and what matters most to you. Acceptance and empathy, along with the encouragement and guidance to grow, are the cornerstones of my practice.
Depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, loneliness, life changes, indecision, performance issues, impulsivity . . . we all struggle with something; it is part of the human condition. And at times, it is more than we can manage on our own. Let's collaborate on a mission to understand what is troubling you and identify the steps you may take toward realizing the life you envision. As your therapist, I will listen, but also will actively participate in a conversation about you and what matters most to you. Acceptance and empathy, along with the encouragement and guidance to grow, are the cornerstones of my practice.
Caroline Batchelor Moore
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, BBA
Verified Verified
Edgewater, MD 21037 (Online Only)
I enjoy helping clients seeking to make changes in their lives to improve their well being, relationships with others & make better choices for healthier lifestyles. Sometimes life brings new challenges, and suddenly you may find yourself confused, anxious & unable to move forward. I have 20+ years experience working with clients with depression, anxiety & life transitions. I am a working mother with two kids including a disabled child, and I am also a cancer survivor. Last year, I lost my father, a Vietnam Veteran, due to complications of Alzheimer’s. I understand loss, panic & the stress of being a working mother.
I enjoy helping clients seeking to make changes in their lives to improve their well being, relationships with others & make better choices for healthier lifestyles. Sometimes life brings new challenges, and suddenly you may find yourself confused, anxious & unable to move forward. I have 20+ years experience working with clients with depression, anxiety & life transitions. I am a working mother with two kids including a disabled child, and I am also a cancer survivor. Last year, I lost my father, a Vietnam Veteran, due to complications of Alzheimer’s. I understand loss, panic & the stress of being a working mother.
Karla Rienecke-Sargent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21403
Taking the step to begin counseling can be difficult. Deciding on a therapist to work with can be equally as difficult. I strive to make clients feel at ease and work best with clients that seeking aid in managing anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, and relationship concerns. In counseling being open and honest is one of the most important aspects of the process. As it can be very difficult to be vulnerable, I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere and will always be honest in return to my clients.
Taking the step to begin counseling can be difficult. Deciding on a therapist to work with can be equally as difficult. I strive to make clients feel at ease and work best with clients that seeking aid in managing anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, and relationship concerns. In counseling being open and honest is one of the most important aspects of the process. As it can be very difficult to be vulnerable, I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere and will always be honest in return to my clients.
Melvyn P Heyes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, MD 21037
I work with career-oriented individuals to resolve relationship issues, stress at home and work, as well as help parents with challenging adolescents and children. Too much responsibility and stress at home, school or workplace often leads to strained relationships, isolation, loss of motivation or debilitating fears. I help people and families who are affected by anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavior challenges at school, defiance and anger, divorce or trauma. I've worked with children, teens and young adults with emotional disturbances, behavior problems, substance abuse, self-harm, or personality development issues, and helped couples and parents sort through relationship challenges.
I work with career-oriented individuals to resolve relationship issues, stress at home and work, as well as help parents with challenging adolescents and children. Too much responsibility and stress at home, school or workplace often leads to strained relationships, isolation, loss of motivation or debilitating fears. I help people and families who are affected by anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavior challenges at school, defiance and anger, divorce or trauma. I've worked with children, teens and young adults with emotional disturbances, behavior problems, substance abuse, self-harm, or personality development issues, and helped couples and parents sort through relationship challenges.
Ashley Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunkirk, MD 20754
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with clients dealing with a variety of concerns such as adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, and psychosis. I tailor my work to meet the needs of the client using a variety of strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, and solution focused therapy. I am also EMDR trained. I believe that the foundation of a healthy and positive therapeutic relationship is being able to trust your therapist. I strive to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment so the client can begin their journey towards healing.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with clients dealing with a variety of concerns such as adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, and psychosis. I tailor my work to meet the needs of the client using a variety of strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, and solution focused therapy. I am also EMDR trained. I believe that the foundation of a healthy and positive therapeutic relationship is being able to trust your therapist. I strive to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment so the client can begin their journey towards healing.
Victoria Steele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401 (Online Only)
I provide virtual psychotherapy throughout Washington, D.C., and Maryland. My passion is to support clients in embracing authenticity, reclaiming their power, and celebrating pleasure. This work often requires delving into the intricacies of people-pleasing tendencies, the suppression of true feelings, the struggles associated with low self-esteem, and sexual dissatisfaction. Additionally, I address pervasive issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I provide virtual psychotherapy throughout Washington, D.C., and Maryland. My passion is to support clients in embracing authenticity, reclaiming their power, and celebrating pleasure. This work often requires delving into the intricacies of people-pleasing tendencies, the suppression of true feelings, the struggles associated with low self-esteem, and sexual dissatisfaction. Additionally, I address pervasive issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I am a generalist, however, I have particular areas of specialty: Group Therapy, Couples Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Gay and Lesbian Issues and ADHD (adolescent and adult).
I provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, as well as supervision to clinicians. I create a safe working environment where I will caringly challenge you to learn, explore, and ultimately grow. Everyone has a rich internal world full of aspirations. Everyone needs to be seen and heard to recognize and achieve their goals. However, we often feel stuck, lost or depressed. We need to be challenged to see from new perspectives, to feel profoundly, and to make life changes. I am here to help you, to see and hear you, to challenge you to grow and make your external life reflect your internal world.
I am a generalist, however, I have particular areas of specialty: Group Therapy, Couples Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Gay and Lesbian Issues and ADHD (adolescent and adult).
I provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, as well as supervision to clinicians. I create a safe working environment where I will caringly challenge you to learn, explore, and ultimately grow. Everyone has a rich internal world full of aspirations. Everyone needs to be seen and heard to recognize and achieve their goals. However, we often feel stuck, lost or depressed. We need to be challenged to see from new perspectives, to feel profoundly, and to make life changes. I am here to help you, to see and hear you, to challenge you to grow and make your external life reflect your internal world.
Beth Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21403 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress, we will work together to make meaningful change and reach your goals. A favorite quote of mine is: "At any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. " - Maslow. Therapy is a collaborative process - you have already made one of the most difficult steps by beginning your search.
Feeling overwhelmed? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress, we will work together to make meaningful change and reach your goals. A favorite quote of mine is: "At any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. " - Maslow. Therapy is a collaborative process - you have already made one of the most difficult steps by beginning your search.
Alexandra Bradford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401 (Online Only)
Life presents everyone with challenges. Difficult changes, traumatic experiences, loss, work-life imbalance, and exhausting schedules can bring stress, depression, or just a feeling of being overwhelmed. There is no need to face this alone. When you are ready, a therapist can be a powerful partner. My therapeutic approach creates a safe space for you to be open and explore who you are and who you want to be. You gain insight into your thoughts and actions then learn new practices to create sustainable positive change. I strive to help clients feel more empowered and have more self-compassion.
Life presents everyone with challenges. Difficult changes, traumatic experiences, loss, work-life imbalance, and exhausting schedules can bring stress, depression, or just a feeling of being overwhelmed. There is no need to face this alone. When you are ready, a therapist can be a powerful partner. My therapeutic approach creates a safe space for you to be open and explore who you are and who you want to be. You gain insight into your thoughts and actions then learn new practices to create sustainable positive change. I strive to help clients feel more empowered and have more self-compassion.
Lotus Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21403
Our therapy practice embodies a variety of niches and areas of focus. Ideal client's for Lotus Psychotherapy are folks who are motivated to change and value the process of self awareness. We work with tweens, couples, and adults who might be struggling with a multitude of stressors, feelings and barriers. As a collective practice, we have experience with addiction, postpartum, adolescent behaviors, depression, trauma work, grief and anxiety.
Our therapy practice embodies a variety of niches and areas of focus. Ideal client's for Lotus Psychotherapy are folks who are motivated to change and value the process of self awareness. We work with tweens, couples, and adults who might be struggling with a multitude of stressors, feelings and barriers. As a collective practice, we have experience with addiction, postpartum, adolescent behaviors, depression, trauma work, grief and anxiety.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.