Ellicott City
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Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
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Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho

Psychologist, PhD (she, her)

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Ellicott City, MD 21042
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WAITING list: daytime availability for adults (18+) only. Email me to inquire. Sometimes, one's natural tendency toward growth and self-healing can become overwhelmed. In these cases, one's resilience can falter, and it can be difficult to resolve emotional or psychological pain by yourself, or to figure out how to move in the direction you want to go. Collaborating with a trusted counselor eases the process of developing new perspectives and improving interpersonal relationships. My goal is to work with you to alleviate distress, identify strengths, improve well-being, and facilitate personal growth, agency, and empowerment.
I strive to build strong therapeutic relationships based on mutual respect and openness, creating a safe space where you feel accepted and understood. This relationship serves as the foundation for our working together: exploring past and present emotions, thoughts, and dreams, to enhance your self-awareness and understanding of relationships.
Fostering deep intellectual and emotional insight creates new options and ultimately brings relief, improved functioning, and increased interpersonal and life satisfaction. I work collaboratively with clients, and I look forward to hearing from you.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Ellicott City, MD 21042

All sessions, including initial appointments, will be conducted virtually via telehealth. I'm available during the day (9am-5pm)on weekdays.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression and Life Transitions 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
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My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for online therapy.

Ellicott City, MD 21042

All sessions, including initial appointments, will be conducted virtually via telehealth. I'm available during the day (9am-5pm)on weekdays.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression and Life Transitions 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network for most CareFirst/BlueCross BlueShield plans. For self-pay clients, I provide superbills to enable you to claim partial reimbursement for using an out-of-network provider if that is something your insurance plan offers.
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Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am in-network for most CareFirst/BlueCross BlueShield plans. For self-pay clients, I provide superbills to enable you to claim partial reimbursement for using an out-of-network provider if that is something your insurance plan offers.
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Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 05966 Kristen G Pinto-Coelho - Weekday Daytime Availability

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended University of Maryland, Ph.D., Graduated 2017

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Maryland State Board of Examiners of Psychologists 05966 / 2018
  • License: Colorado State Board of Psychologist Examiners PSY.0006084 / 2023
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I am licensed to practice as a psychologist in Maryland and Colorado.
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Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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I am licensed to practice as a psychologist in Maryland and Colorado.
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Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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We will discuss what's troubling you and explore your thoughts and feelings. We will work together to make new meaning of past experiences and collaborate to help you decide what actions, if any, feel right for you in the present. Most clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within a few sessions and sustained improvement thereafter, although sometimes things feel worse before they feel better.
Photo of Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
We will discuss what's troubling you and explore your thoughts and feelings. We will work together to make new meaning of past experiences and collaborate to help you decide what actions, if any, feel right for you in the present. Most clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within a few sessions and sustained improvement thereafter, although sometimes things feel worse before they feel better.
Photo of Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
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When working with social, emotional, and vocational difficulties, I emphasize the roles of identity, culture, early experiences, interpersonal relationships, and systems of power, privilege, and oppression. I encourage collaboration with effective listening, accurate empathy, and a balance of support and challenge, such that we each have a sense of being together on a journey of discovery.
Photo of Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
When working with social, emotional, and vocational difficulties, I emphasize the roles of identity, culture, early experiences, interpersonal relationships, and systems of power, privilege, and oppression. I encourage collaboration with effective listening, accurate empathy, and a balance of support and challenge, such that we each have a sense of being together on a journey of discovery.
Photo of Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Ellicott City, MD 21042

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All sessions, including initial appointments, will be conducted virtually via telehealth. I'm available during the day (9am-5pm)on weekdays.
Photo of Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD
"
All sessions, including initial appointments, will be conducted virtually via telehealth. I'm available during the day (9am-5pm)on weekdays.
Photo of Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Kristen G Pinto-Coelho
Psychologist, PhD