First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5801 Allentown Road, Suite 308 and 309, Camp Springs, MD 20746

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1st Choice Therapists want to help you feel less tired, less frustrated on a daily/weekly basis. We know many of our potential clients are dealing with grief and loss from loved ones that have succumbed to COVID related deaths. At First Choice, we want you to learn how to heal, naturally without a co-dependency on psychotropic medications.

At First Choice Community Counseling we offer a variety of specialities including trauma focused therapy, solution focused training, individual and family therapy, anger management groups. We also offer stress management services that would be ideal for anyone especially during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Are you tired of searching for the RIGHT therapist? No one peaked your interest? It's because you have not reached out to us at First Choice Community Counseling. Our premiere therapists make mental health a priority! We know that Mental Health is HEALTH and you're our 1st Choice!!!!

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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5801 Allentown Road

Suite 308 and 309

Camp Springs, MD 20746

(240) 255-9874

Take advantage of video visits, phone calls, and socially distant sessions at First Choice Community Counseling during the pandemic.

I specialize in Addiction, Depression and Anxiety

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, families and groups

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (240) 255-9874

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5801 Allentown Road

Suite 308 and 309

Camp Springs, MD 20746

(240) 255-9874

Take advantage of video visits, phone calls, and socially distant sessions at First Choice Community Counseling during the pandemic.

I specialize in Addiction, Depression and Anxiety

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, families and groups

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $200
Pay by American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
CareFirst
Cigna and Evernorth
Medicaid
Optum
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

First Choice provides outpatient therapy services at no up front cost to you.Our billing department sends invoices to your insurance carrier

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

First Choice provides outpatient therapy services at no up front cost to you.Our billing department sends invoices to your insurance carrier

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Tanikka LaShelle Mason

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 25702 Tanikka LaShelle Mason
In Practice for 16 Years
Membership with National Association of Social Workers 2012
Attended Virginia Commonwealth University, MSW, Graduated 2012

Our combined years of experience total over 96 years helping adults, teens, and families experiencing crises and other mental health matters. I'm licensed in VA and MD and an active member of the National Association Of Social Workers. Our NEWEST service is Medication Assisted Treatment services.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Addiction
Depression
Anxiety

Expertise

ADHD
Adoption
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Behavioral Issues
Body Positivity
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Chronic Impulsivity
Codependency
Coping Skills
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Drug Abuse
Dual Diagnosis
Education and Learning Disabilities
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Impulse Control Disorders
Internet Addiction
LGBTQ+
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Medical Detox
Medication Management
Mood Disorders
Obesity
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sex Therapy
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Teen Violence
Testing and Evaluation
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Video Game Addiction
Women's Issues

I work with clients who may be struggling with substance use disorders, depression, and/or trauma related to their family or romantic relationships. Our company provides MAT services and Withdrawal Management services. During our initial sessions, we will take a deeper look under the surface and collaborate a treatment plan that works for the client in most settings.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family ,

Group

Communities

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family ,

Group

Communities

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Art Therapy
Attachment-based
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Expressive Arts
Family / Marital
Feminist
Gestalt
Intervention
Motivational Interviewing
Music Therapy
Narrative
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy
Psychodynamic
Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Reality Therapy
Relational
Sandplay
Somatic
Strength-Based
Structural Family Therapy
Trauma Focused

I often use Structured Family Therapy techniques in my practice. During our first initial visits, we will explore the reasons that brought you in for services and decide what the best treatment plan options to aid in your healing process. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques as well.

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Groups

Trap Therapy

Hosted by

Tanikka LaShelle Mason

Non-traditional music therapy that focuses on people of color creating awareness of daily levels of functioning as a result of listening to hip hop/rap music. Multiples topics to be explored including parenting skills, anger management issues, coping skills, early detection of depression, anxiety screenings, stress management, and overall meeting clients where they are.

Expertise

Addiction

Anger Management

Anxiety

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$100

Location

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

5801 Allentown Road

Suite 308 And 309

Camp Springs, MD 20746

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Addiction and You

Hosted by

Tanikka LaShelle Mason

Group Therapy focused on various topics related to addiction, the effects of substances on the body, Court ordered clients welcome.

Expertise

Addiction

Alcohol Use

Anxiety

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$100

Location

5801 Allentown Road

Suite 308 And 309

Camp Springs, MD 20746

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Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Services

Hosted by

Tanikka LaShelle Mason

We combine medication, therapy, and counseling to support individuals recovering from opioid addiction, providing a holistic approach to care. MAT programs are evidence-based and proven effective for treating opioid addiction. Reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms with medications like Suboxone, and integrating counseling and support, offer a complete recovery solution, Counseling and Support: Regular sessions with therapists to identify relapse triggers, address underlying causes of addiction, and develop coping mechanisms. Personalized Care Plans: Tailored strategies based on individual assessments and goals. Nutritional support, mindfulness practices, and physical activity. Online scheduling and intake process. Appointment reminders to help manage your schedule.

Location

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

5801 Allentown Rd

Suite 308

Camp Springs, MD 20746

Email Tanikka LaShelle Mason about this group or call - (240) 255-9874

Location

Primary Location

5801 Allentown Road

Suite 308 and 309

Camp Springs, MD 20746

(240) 255-9874

Email us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Prince Georges

Zips

Take advantage of video visits, phone calls, and socially distant sessions at First Choice Community Counseling during the pandemic.

Call for a free consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW

Take advantage of video visits, phone calls, and socially distant sessions at First Choice Community Counseling during the pandemic.

Call for a free consultation now - (240) 255-9874

First Choice Community Counseling, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW