Therapists in Laurel, MD

Anne Arundel Counseling is a highly recognized and regarded MD State Certified provider offering six convenient locations throughout the Annapolis, Baltimore & Washington areas (Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Edgewater, Bowie, Stevensville & Centreville). We pride ourselves on being a diverse group of licensed and experiences psychological, psycho therapeutic and clinical specialists. We are dedicated to the well-being of each client and empowering them to achieve in a warm, supportive and inviting environment. For additional information please visit our website at: www.annearundelcounseling.com To schedule with on one of our experienced male or female providers, please call our office to speak with any one of our administrative staff members: Allison O'Hanlon, Client Coordinator, Michele Kline, Office Manager or Connie Thomas, Practice Manager. Our administrative staff will complete an informal screening to have you scheduled with the most appropriate clinician for your area of need. They will also answer any questions you may have regarding the counseling process, AAC, your clinician or any other related item. Lastly, they will take any insurance or EAP information to perform the billing as appropriate. We look forward to hearing from you and ensure your counseling experience is positive and beneficial.

Is this a time of high anxiety, grief or depression? Do marital, family or relational concerns seem to be overwhelming? If so, you need to be heard. JoAnn completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Washington Bible College, and her Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University. She has been licensed by the State of Maryland as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. JoAnn is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. Her past experience includes work as a group facilitator, a parent-educator and family support advocate for families in crisis.

FEW Spots Remaining for NEW Clients! Welcome to your first step and a vital decision to choose you! Being seen and heard are undervalued in our society. Do you allow the space and care that you need to be whole? Pouring from an empty cup is difficult. I welcome individuals, couples, and families, whether seeking self-enlightenment, coping, better communication, or unity. Though implied in the text, I extend a special invitation to the men. We feel we always HAVE to be "ok," but we know better, fellas! Seeking help is a show of strength.

Darwin offers an individualized approach, implementing mindfulness-based, solutions-focused, narrative, family systems, attachment-based, and cognitive behavioral (CBT) interventions. He partners with his clients to identify both practical and insightful interventions that cultivate success in everyday life. Darwin provides a supportive, relaxed, and safe environment where you can work through and uncover difficult emotions and achieve personal growth. He strives to assist you to process trauma, conflicts, and everyday stress so that you may be your most healthy self and experience a more connected and fulfilled life.

Are you not feeling like yourself? Are feeling stuck, depressed or anxious? Are you suffering from trauma and can't move forward with your life? Are you having relationship issues with loved one, friends or family?

We seek to provide counseling to clients from a holistic perspective. We want to empower individuals and families to reach their greatest potential. Better Days offers a person-centered perspective which tailors treatment plans to the client and their current experiences. We also provide clinical supervision for graduate level clinicians looking to obtain clinical licensure. Contact us for supervision pricing.

"It is my goal as a therapist to provide a safe and supportive environment for others so they may achieve personal well-being and productive relationships on the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual levels. I believe that through the healing of psychological and emotional wounds, each person has the potential and freedom to maintain positive self-acceptance and self-definition. I rejoice in helping individuals, couples and families bring greater meaning and satisfaction to their lives."

I enjoy challenges and diverse people and helping those who are in difficult situations. I specialize in responding to crises, trauma and workplace problems. So ideally I approach each situation, person or group with an open mind and a non-anxious-presence. I strive to provide that same level of confidence and trust to people in therapy. My strength is understanding complex systems (the big picture) and finding the little steps to improve things. If you have the courage to change; I’ll work to help you make your life easier using a program of change or the path that works best for you.

I have particular expertise in helping individuals struggling with family and marital discord, school and work difficulties, separation and loss and dealing with chronic illness. Together we will discover your strengths and build resilience. Treatment will be tailored to your particular circumstance and the healing power of the therapeutic relationship will help you move towards your potential. My approach is warm and creative and I hope you will feel supported and respected as an individual and safe in revealing your vulnerabilities. I hope you will feel a sense of hope and possibility throughout the time we will spend together.

Tired of the status quo? Stuck in a rut in your relationships, wellness, business, intimacy, or spirituality? I help align all parts of your life with your true authentic self. Together, we’ll secure genuine change through acceptance first. I'm Dr. Tom, and I'm licensed for independent practice as a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT 111604), the District of Columbia (LMFT200001211), and Maryland (LCMFT, LCM754), and am a professional coach across the U.S. I have provided therapy to individuals and families since 2007. I'm also happily married for over 15 years, and we have 2 young boys.

Whether you are making life changes, have depression or anxiety, changing moods, low self esteem, are in recovery from alcoholism/addiction or co-dependence, have a chronic/disabling physical illness or are exploring your spirituality, we will together develop achievable goals to change your outlook and enrich your life.

My professional career began in 1978, joining Harvard Clinical Faculty in Psychiatry. Throughout the years I’ve continued my training in emerging evidence-based treatments that has enabled me to provide an empathetic, eclectic approach to my work with Adult, Child, and Active Duty Clients & Families in outpatient, inpatient, school and Military settings.

Welcome to the change you have been looking for! The focus of my practice is to help you become the change you want. "My kids don't listen" "I'm depressed", "this is not where I suppose to be in my life", "I'm hurting", confused and I don't know what to do". These are the thoughts, feelings and emotions that run through our heads every day. When things go wrong we look for something or someone to change...we look at the people around us to change, but they don't! The change comes from you!

Life happens often and we can become very overwhelmed. When this happens, allow me to assist you in dealing with life's many interruptions. I am passionate about mental health and I will work with you to understand and cope with life's ever changing forecast. Anew Outlook to start Anew Path!