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Randall R Myers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046  (Online Only)
Glad you found me and I look forward to working with you! I enjoy working directly with people to allow a deeper connection on a personal level whether you're new to therapy or not. I actively engage honestly and authentically in the counseling and healing process, exploring and addressing issues directly as they arise. I allow time for deeper understanding as the counseling process unfolds. I have been a successful clinical social work therapist for many years, working with a wide range of both hearing and deaf people (I sign fluently) on individual, children, youth, couple, and family issues. I also supervise other clinicians.
Glad you found me and I look forward to working with you! I enjoy working directly with people to allow a deeper connection on a personal level whether you're new to therapy or not. I actively engage honestly and authentically in the counseling and healing process, exploring and addressing issues directly as they arise. I allow time for deeper understanding as the counseling process unfolds. I have been a successful clinical social work therapist for many years, working with a wide range of both hearing and deaf people (I sign fluently) on individual, children, youth, couple, and family issues. I also supervise other clinicians.
(301) 918-5780 View (301) 918-5780
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Suzanne Matty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
While I am trained in therapeutic methods which include EMDR, CBT, family therapy, psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy and several forms of relationship therapy, I tailor the process to the needs, preferences and strengths of each client.
My expertise and mission is to treat individuals seeking change. I strive to understand, counsel and empower clients who need relief from persistent anxiety, persistent depression, have experienced loss, have experienced trauma, and those who simply feel overwhelmed. I have successfully counseled couples and helped them repair and improve their relationships, deal with issues of trust, loss of affection and escalating conflict. Through a collaborative process we establish healthier relationship patterns, enhancing both partners' sense of connection and communication.
While I am trained in therapeutic methods which include EMDR, CBT, family therapy, psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy and several forms of relationship therapy, I tailor the process to the needs, preferences and strengths of each client.
My expertise and mission is to treat individuals seeking change. I strive to understand, counsel and empower clients who need relief from persistent anxiety, persistent depression, have experienced loss, have experienced trauma, and those who simply feel overwhelmed. I have successfully counseled couples and helped them repair and improve their relationships, deal with issues of trust, loss of affection and escalating conflict. Through a collaborative process we establish healthier relationship patterns, enhancing both partners' sense of connection and communication.
(410) 989-4371 x6 View (410) 989-4371 x6
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Gloria Mathis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045  (Online Only)
Dr. Mathis specializes in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, anxiety disorders, and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair-pulling and skin-picking. She also works with individuals managing other areas of psychological difficulty, such as depression, stress management, sleep problems, and disruptive behavior. Dr. Mathis is trained in the Family Well-Being Approach for families of individuals who refuse treatment. Each individual has different goals for treatment, but generally Dr. Mathis focuses on collaboratively identifying goals to increase the client's quality of life in ways that matter to them.
Dr. Mathis specializes in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, anxiety disorders, and Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair-pulling and skin-picking. She also works with individuals managing other areas of psychological difficulty, such as depression, stress management, sleep problems, and disruptive behavior. Dr. Mathis is trained in the Family Well-Being Approach for families of individuals who refuse treatment. Each individual has different goals for treatment, but generally Dr. Mathis focuses on collaboratively identifying goals to increase the client's quality of life in ways that matter to them.
(410) 834-4889 x3 View (410) 834-4889 x3
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Sarah Aleem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
I work with immigrant families on adjustment and family relationships.
I believe in empowering my clients to discover their inner strengths. Therapy is a journey in self exploration, self awareness and change. I use a multicultural perspective to inform my clinical practice. I offer tele-health services to my clients accessibility to care .Self pay clients can expect an appointment within 24 hours. My sessions use mindfulness, practicing self regulation, cognitive restructuring, imago skills, play therapy and many other techniques that are relevant to a client's treatment plan. I am available to my clients between sessions via text and secure video chatting. I offer financial therapy.
I work with immigrant families on adjustment and family relationships.
I believe in empowering my clients to discover their inner strengths. Therapy is a journey in self exploration, self awareness and change. I use a multicultural perspective to inform my clinical practice. I offer tele-health services to my clients accessibility to care .Self pay clients can expect an appointment within 24 hours. My sessions use mindfulness, practicing self regulation, cognitive restructuring, imago skills, play therapy and many other techniques that are relevant to a client's treatment plan. I am available to my clients between sessions via text and secure video chatting. I offer financial therapy.
(410) 336-4668 View (410) 336-4668
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Marla Vannucci
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045  (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples, using psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and family systems therapies to find new approaches and solutions to problems that may have seemed insurmountable.
UPDATE: I currently have openings for new telehealth clients (MD, IL, and PSYPACT states). My practice consists of a small group of psychologists focused on helping clients make changes toward more fulfilling, connected, and healthier lives. Knowing it can be difficult to reach out for help, I create a caring, safe space in which we work collaboratively to foster healing and eliminate barriers to finding meaning and living life more fully. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor, and it is key to develop an effective and nurturing relationship in which we have a common understanding of the challenges you face.
I work with individuals and couples, using psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and family systems therapies to find new approaches and solutions to problems that may have seemed insurmountable.
UPDATE: I currently have openings for new telehealth clients (MD, IL, and PSYPACT states). My practice consists of a small group of psychologists focused on helping clients make changes toward more fulfilling, connected, and healthier lives. Knowing it can be difficult to reach out for help, I create a caring, safe space in which we work collaboratively to foster healing and eliminate barriers to finding meaning and living life more fully. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor, and it is key to develop an effective and nurturing relationship in which we have a common understanding of the challenges you face.
(240) 201-9583 View (240) 201-9583
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Adesola Ogin
LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044
Accepting New Clients.Hello, I'm Ogin, a dedicated therapist passionate about guiding individuals through life's challenges towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. With a focus on depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamics, grief, and anger issues, I offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions to empower my clients on their journey to healing and growth.My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and respect for the unique experiences of each individual I work with. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported as they navigate through difficult emotions.
Accepting New Clients.Hello, I'm Ogin, a dedicated therapist passionate about guiding individuals through life's challenges towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. With a focus on depression, anxiety, PTSD, family dynamics, grief, and anger issues, I offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions to empower my clients on their journey to healing and growth.My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and respect for the unique experiences of each individual I work with. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported as they navigate through difficult emotions.
(240) 443-2778 View (240) 443-2778
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Suzanne Ricklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
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.
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.
(410) 701-0947 x3 View (410) 701-0947 x3
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Lauren Ilene Mirkin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCP, NCC, LDN, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
I also work with those experiencing depression and mood concerns, anxiety, relational difficulties, family dysfunction, significant stress, ADHD and chronic health challenges.
Are you feeling stuck, down, depressed, unmotivated, unfocused? Are you trapped in overwhelming emotions or unhelpful thinking? Are your relationships causing you distress? I am here to help you on your journey to greater inner harmony, balance, joy, and aliveness. I am an experienced psychotherapist who finds great fulfillment in helping my clients overcome their emotional hurdles and enabling them to live more productive and fulfilling lives. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I am here to help you discover your strengths and see the sunny side of life more often.
I also work with those experiencing depression and mood concerns, anxiety, relational difficulties, family dysfunction, significant stress, ADHD and chronic health challenges.
Are you feeling stuck, down, depressed, unmotivated, unfocused? Are you trapped in overwhelming emotions or unhelpful thinking? Are your relationships causing you distress? I am here to help you on your journey to greater inner harmony, balance, joy, and aliveness. I am an experienced psychotherapist who finds great fulfillment in helping my clients overcome their emotional hurdles and enabling them to live more productive and fulfilling lives. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I am here to help you discover your strengths and see the sunny side of life more often.
(410) 472-5625 View (410) 472-5625
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Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LCPC-S
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
My name is Diane Brumfield and I am a psychotherapist and owner of Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC in Columbia, Maryland. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Throughout my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic support from their school system.
My name is Diane Brumfield and I am a psychotherapist and owner of Crystal Waters Counseling Centers, LLC in Columbia, Maryland. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Throughout my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic support from their school system.
(443) 251-4280 View (443) 251-4280
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Kim Flyr
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044
Specialties in the areas of anxiety, life transitions of any kind, grief, family counseling, parenting, coaching.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, don't suffer alone! Everyone can use support sometimes, and I love finding ways to help clients feel comforted, supported, and encouraged. I work primarily with women, although that work can extend into couples and families. I work on many different issues, but have special interest in anxiety, life transitions, grief, and parenting work. I offer an integrated model for counseling and wellness including a holistic approach, practical ideas for change, a beautiful setting, and yoga and retreat offerings. Good counseling can create a connection where change, and growth are possible and even likely.
Specialties in the areas of anxiety, life transitions of any kind, grief, family counseling, parenting, coaching.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, don't suffer alone! Everyone can use support sometimes, and I love finding ways to help clients feel comforted, supported, and encouraged. I work primarily with women, although that work can extend into couples and families. I work on many different issues, but have special interest in anxiety, life transitions, grief, and parenting work. I offer an integrated model for counseling and wellness including a holistic approach, practical ideas for change, a beautiful setting, and yoga and retreat offerings. Good counseling can create a connection where change, and growth are possible and even likely.
(240) 561-7440 View (240) 561-7440
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Najwa Awad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046  (Online Only)
Commonly treated issues include depression, anxiety, trauma and family conflict.
I specialize in the clinical treatment of women, their children and families. Women are unique from any other clinical group and deserve to get individualized services tailored to meet their needs. My goal is to empower women, help alleviate their symptoms and address their personal goals for wellness. It is of utmost importance that my clients feel safe, respected and supported.
Commonly treated issues include depression, anxiety, trauma and family conflict.
I specialize in the clinical treatment of women, their children and families. Women are unique from any other clinical group and deserve to get individualized services tailored to meet their needs. My goal is to empower women, help alleviate their symptoms and address their personal goals for wellness. It is of utmost importance that my clients feel safe, respected and supported.
(410) 343-7545 View (410) 343-7545
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Soonhee Lee
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044  (Online Only)
Life comes with various challenges. I believe that we cope with them as best as we can and that genuine and authentic relationship facilitates the healing process. As your psychologist, I will honor your unique contexts (e.g., intersecting identities, family background, interpersonal dynamics), support your strength to improve the quality of life, and help find inner peace and positive transformation. I welcome short-term and long-term therapy that focuses on building psychological and relational resilience. I am an Asian woman psychologist with global perspectives and provide clinical services both in English and Korean.
Life comes with various challenges. I believe that we cope with them as best as we can and that genuine and authentic relationship facilitates the healing process. As your psychologist, I will honor your unique contexts (e.g., intersecting identities, family background, interpersonal dynamics), support your strength to improve the quality of life, and help find inner peace and positive transformation. I welcome short-term and long-term therapy that focuses on building psychological and relational resilience. I am an Asian woman psychologist with global perspectives and provide clinical services both in English and Korean.
(410) 642-5795 View (410) 642-5795
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Tori-Lyn Mills
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044  (Online Only)
Tori Mills is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has over 20 years of experience in mental health. She works as a clinical therapist providing a variety of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and couples, and she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, parenting issues, codependency, and self-esteem. Tori partners with clients to increase self-awareness, cultivate empowerment, encourage positive change, and most importantly to work toward achieving the goals that clients set forth for themselves.
Tori Mills is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has over 20 years of experience in mental health. She works as a clinical therapist providing a variety of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and couples, and she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, parenting issues, codependency, and self-esteem. Tori partners with clients to increase self-awareness, cultivate empowerment, encourage positive change, and most importantly to work toward achieving the goals that clients set forth for themselves.
(667) 200-0971 View (667) 200-0971
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Brenda Alpert Sigall
Psychologist, PhD, CEDS
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Our lives are complicated and often stressful, necessitating juggling multiple roles, responsibilities and internal as well as external conflicts. Clients may be dealing with so many challenges, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating), relationship problems, career uncertainty, family conflicts. Whatever the issue, the important factor is the willingness to face it and bring energy to working on it. The work we do in psychotherapy is both nurturing and stretching and opens the door to the possibility of growth and change .
Our lives are complicated and often stressful, necessitating juggling multiple roles, responsibilities and internal as well as external conflicts. Clients may be dealing with so many challenges, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating), relationship problems, career uncertainty, family conflicts. Whatever the issue, the important factor is the willingness to face it and bring energy to working on it. The work we do in psychotherapy is both nurturing and stretching and opens the door to the possibility of growth and change .
(667) 200-3770 View (667) 200-3770
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Octavia Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044  (Online Only)
Octavia Specializes ADHD & Neurodiversity; Family/Ancestral Trauma; Racial Trauma & Identity; Body Liberation/Body Love; Domestic Violence; Narcissistic Abuse Recovery; Healing work with Healers; and Spirituality.
Octavia Brown, LCSW-C has dedicated her clinical practice to restoring the lives of those who live with one or more marginalized identities. She believes in healing the whole self (mind, body, and spirit) and utilizes indigenous techniques which include; but, are not limited to: insight-oriented practice; mindfulness techniques & awareness of self; ancestral healing; and spiritual practice (upon request). Octavia challenges each individual she works with to decolonize their way of existing and to boldly live in their own uniqueness and true authenticity.
Octavia Specializes ADHD & Neurodiversity; Family/Ancestral Trauma; Racial Trauma & Identity; Body Liberation/Body Love; Domestic Violence; Narcissistic Abuse Recovery; Healing work with Healers; and Spirituality.
Octavia Brown, LCSW-C has dedicated her clinical practice to restoring the lives of those who live with one or more marginalized identities. She believes in healing the whole self (mind, body, and spirit) and utilizes indigenous techniques which include; but, are not limited to: insight-oriented practice; mindfulness techniques & awareness of self; ancestral healing; and spiritual practice (upon request). Octavia challenges each individual she works with to decolonize their way of existing and to boldly live in their own uniqueness and true authenticity.
(240) 560-5294 View (240) 560-5294
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Dr. Kaiya Nash
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
Varied theoretical orientations such as CBT, Humanistic, Interpersonal, and Family Systems Therapy; just to name a few, are utilized to help clients reach their full potential.
Sometimes life can knock us down and leave us feeling emotionally drained, anxious, frustrated, or hopeless. Ready to be empowered? I believe empowerment has real meaning when clients take the first step in defining it through a collaborative counseling process. Throughout this process I help clients to restore balance in their lives. I'm a licensed professional counselor in MD with a Doctorate of Education in Counseling Psychology. With more than 10 years in the counseling field, I use a nonjudgmental approach with a style tailored to each individual's needs.
Varied theoretical orientations such as CBT, Humanistic, Interpersonal, and Family Systems Therapy; just to name a few, are utilized to help clients reach their full potential.
Sometimes life can knock us down and leave us feeling emotionally drained, anxious, frustrated, or hopeless. Ready to be empowered? I believe empowerment has real meaning when clients take the first step in defining it through a collaborative counseling process. Throughout this process I help clients to restore balance in their lives. I'm a licensed professional counselor in MD with a Doctorate of Education in Counseling Psychology. With more than 10 years in the counseling field, I use a nonjudgmental approach with a style tailored to each individual's needs.
(240) 301-3815 View (240) 301-3815
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Mary M Dowling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045
I believe that people benefit from an intergrated, holistic approach, and view my role as shining a light to help them find their way and remember their own light. Whether a person, couple or family come in for issues such as depression, anxiety, gief, chronic illness, ADHD, parenting skills or life prupose, Spirit, Mind, Body Psychotherapy can increase one's self awareness, sense of self empowerment, use of effective tools to assist focus, goal setting and completion, and an overall sense of well being and joy. I am honored to accompany people on their healing and self discovery journey.
I believe that people benefit from an intergrated, holistic approach, and view my role as shining a light to help them find their way and remember their own light. Whether a person, couple or family come in for issues such as depression, anxiety, gief, chronic illness, ADHD, parenting skills or life prupose, Spirit, Mind, Body Psychotherapy can increase one's self awareness, sense of self empowerment, use of effective tools to assist focus, goal setting and completion, and an overall sense of well being and joy. I am honored to accompany people on their healing and self discovery journey.
(410) 657-8217 x5 View (410) 657-8217 x5
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Healing Hines Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with life stressors and finding solutions to everyday problems? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, feeling like the walls are closing in on you? Are you having issues with connecting with your family, maintaining, and building relationships, and lack of effective communication? Sometimes having a little help to maintain balance is necessary in order for us to truly live up to our potential. If you are reading this it means that you are ready to take the necessary steps in reaching the goal of fulfillment.
Are you struggling with life stressors and finding solutions to everyday problems? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, feeling like the walls are closing in on you? Are you having issues with connecting with your family, maintaining, and building relationships, and lack of effective communication? Sometimes having a little help to maintain balance is necessary in order for us to truly live up to our potential. If you are reading this it means that you are ready to take the necessary steps in reaching the goal of fulfillment.
(410) 593-8832 View (410) 593-8832
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Karen K Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044
For an adult, I will listen to your concerns to improve your outlook and your ability to enjoy relationships, manage family responsibilities, or do your best at work.
I'd like to meet you, if you have been putting off finding a therapist to address your mental health needs during this unsettling and unsettled time. I am a good listener and always give my clients' goals priority. I have a gentle touch and have been known to share a laugh with my clients on occasion. I have provided therapeutic support to children, teens, families, couples and individual adults in practice since 1987. My office is in Columbia, Maryland in a building that is handicapped accessible, is near a bus stop, and is a short walk to Columbia Mall. I have hours during the day, in the evening, and Saturdays.
For an adult, I will listen to your concerns to improve your outlook and your ability to enjoy relationships, manage family responsibilities, or do your best at work.
I'd like to meet you, if you have been putting off finding a therapist to address your mental health needs during this unsettling and unsettled time. I am a good listener and always give my clients' goals priority. I have a gentle touch and have been known to share a laugh with my clients on occasion. I have provided therapeutic support to children, teens, families, couples and individual adults in practice since 1987. My office is in Columbia, Maryland in a building that is handicapped accessible, is near a bus stop, and is a short walk to Columbia Mall. I have hours during the day, in the evening, and Saturdays.
(443) 291-3314 View (443) 291-3314
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Abena Brown-Elhillali
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21044  (Online Only)
At Safe Space for Family Healing, we are committed to providing you and your family with client centered mental health services with care, empathy and professionalism.
Safe Space for Family Healing offers individuals and families a Safe Space to HEAL and THRIVE, and a space to grow from pain and trauma. We offer evidence based, integrative treatments that incorporate the mind and body. We specialize in mental health treatment for children and adults, and teach you the skills needed to improve your relationships, increase self-esteem, and improve your ability to cope with stress.
At Safe Space for Family Healing, we are committed to providing you and your family with client centered mental health services with care, empathy and professionalism.
Safe Space for Family Healing offers individuals and families a Safe Space to HEAL and THRIVE, and a space to grow from pain and trauma. We offer evidence based, integrative treatments that incorporate the mind and body. We specialize in mental health treatment for children and adults, and teach you the skills needed to improve your relationships, increase self-esteem, and improve your ability to cope with stress.
(301) 841-5352 View (301) 841-5352
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.