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Kumi Pledger
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lusby, MD 20657  (Online Only)
Kumi Pledger, LCPC, strives to help clients sleep better, worry less and enjoy life more! She works with children, adolescents, couples, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients, families and adults for various issues including, relationship challenges, supporting new and expectant mothers, eating disorders, adjustment problems, trauma, grief and loss. She uses personal insight and professional experience to provide clients with a safe place to be heard, free fears, reduce anxieties, eliminate unwanted behaviors, grow, improve and conquer insomnia.
Kumi Pledger, LCPC, strives to help clients sleep better, worry less and enjoy life more! She works with children, adolescents, couples, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Clients, families and adults for various issues including, relationship challenges, supporting new and expectant mothers, eating disorders, adjustment problems, trauma, grief and loss. She uses personal insight and professional experience to provide clients with a safe place to be heard, free fears, reduce anxieties, eliminate unwanted behaviors, grow, improve and conquer insomnia.
(410) 936-5533 View (410) 936-5533

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Serenity Place, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
California, MD 20619
If you feel like the world's weight is on your shoulders, and the burden has become too heavy to carry, we can assist you. We have experience working with various populations but focus on family issues, marriage and family issues, as well as grief, bereavement, and trauma. The backpack of life may seem too heavy or bulky to carry alone. Allow us to assist you in repacking your bag to allow you to carry it better through life. View our photos to meet our clinicians! We can see clients in person or via telehealth. Although our physical location is in southern Maryland, we can see clients throughout the state through telehealth!
If you feel like the world's weight is on your shoulders, and the burden has become too heavy to carry, we can assist you. We have experience working with various populations but focus on family issues, marriage and family issues, as well as grief, bereavement, and trauma. The backpack of life may seem too heavy or bulky to carry alone. Allow us to assist you in repacking your bag to allow you to carry it better through life. View our photos to meet our clinicians! We can see clients in person or via telehealth. Although our physical location is in southern Maryland, we can see clients throughout the state through telehealth!
(301) 918-5309 View (301) 918-5309
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Inner Peace Therapeutic Services
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LCMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Our therapists specialize in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief and loss, trauma, marriage counseling, LGBTQIA, sex positivity, and military and veterans' issues.
We are accepting new clients! Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed? Just not feeling like yourself. Whether you’re struggling with previous trauma, identity issues, disordered eating, self-esteem, or relationship issues we are here to help. Seeking counseling can be intimidating, and you have just made the first courageous step! Everyone has a story that deserves to be heard and valued.
Our therapists specialize in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief and loss, trauma, marriage counseling, LGBTQIA, sex positivity, and military and veterans' issues.
We are accepting new clients! Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed? Just not feeling like yourself. Whether you’re struggling with previous trauma, identity issues, disordered eating, self-esteem, or relationship issues we are here to help. Seeking counseling can be intimidating, and you have just made the first courageous step! Everyone has a story that deserves to be heard and valued.
(240) 754-2671 View (240) 754-2671
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Hope and Healing Therapy and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCPC, PsyD, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington Park, MD 20653
We have immediate openings for private pay clients. Feeling ashamed, lost, afraid, alone? Reliving terrifying moments? Wondering when the dreams will stop? No matter what the road of life has put in your way, there is hope for recovery. By telling your story and learning skills for coping with life you can build hope and strength and finding healing. Our providers include: Jennifer Voorhaar, LCSW-C, Anastasia Newberry, LCSW-C, Meredith Drumm, LCPC, Alison Thir, PsyD, Kristen Wilson, LCSW-C, Erica Cavin, LCSW-C, Sara Smith, LCPC, Alexes Boutin, LMSW, Glori VanBrunt, LCPC, Anna Guy, LMSW.
We have immediate openings for private pay clients. Feeling ashamed, lost, afraid, alone? Reliving terrifying moments? Wondering when the dreams will stop? No matter what the road of life has put in your way, there is hope for recovery. By telling your story and learning skills for coping with life you can build hope and strength and finding healing. Our providers include: Jennifer Voorhaar, LCSW-C, Anastasia Newberry, LCSW-C, Meredith Drumm, LCPC, Alison Thir, PsyD, Kristen Wilson, LCSW-C, Erica Cavin, LCSW-C, Sara Smith, LCPC, Alexes Boutin, LMSW, Glori VanBrunt, LCPC, Anna Guy, LMSW.
(240) 808-2225 View (240) 808-2225
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Taylor Winston
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Taylor graduated from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in 2019 with her Bachelors in Rehabilitation Psychology and in 2021 with a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling. Taylor has a passion for therapy and helping others and is open to all populations of clients. She also has a strong interest in working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. She provides affirmative therapy for the LGBTQIA+ community. As a therapist, she focuses on providing her clients with a safe and open space.
Taylor graduated from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in 2019 with her Bachelors in Rehabilitation Psychology and in 2021 with a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling. Taylor has a passion for therapy and helping others and is open to all populations of clients. She also has a strong interest in working with children, adolescents, teens, and young adults. She provides affirmative therapy for the LGBTQIA+ community. As a therapist, she focuses on providing her clients with a safe and open space.
(240) 301-1255 View (240) 301-1255

Online Therapists

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Elise Celli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874  (Online Only)
Two providers; immediate openings starting 5/1/24. Hi, I'm Dr. Didi, resident and previous marriage ministry director. I work with couples, families, and adolescents 12+. If you'd like to work on unhealthy communication and relating patterns, I'm the provider for you! We will work on reducing repetitive conflicts, resentments and reactivity, restoring joy and emotional closeness via Gottman and attachment theories. For individuals, I also work with depression, anxiety and trauma via EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPT and EMDR. Christian faith integration available upon request.
Two providers; immediate openings starting 5/1/24. Hi, I'm Dr. Didi, resident and previous marriage ministry director. I work with couples, families, and adolescents 12+. If you'd like to work on unhealthy communication and relating patterns, I'm the provider for you! We will work on reducing repetitive conflicts, resentments and reactivity, restoring joy and emotional closeness via Gottman and attachment theories. For individuals, I also work with depression, anxiety and trauma via EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, CPT and EMDR. Christian faith integration available upon request.
(240) 775-1577 View (240) 775-1577
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Couples & Family Institute of MPB Group, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
I serve as the Program Director for the Couples & Family Institute. I envisioned & created the Couples & Family Institute in 2018, a program that focuses on providing comprehensive and systemic care for families & couples. My love & respect for the importance of happy families, positioned myself to share this passion with MPB Group for the last 10 + years. I have a team of highly motivated therapists who wish to help heal couples & families with their challenging relational dynamics. The team has expertise in depression, anxiety, ADHD, pre-marital, divorce. blended families, and trauma.
I serve as the Program Director for the Couples & Family Institute. I envisioned & created the Couples & Family Institute in 2018, a program that focuses on providing comprehensive and systemic care for families & couples. My love & respect for the importance of happy families, positioned myself to share this passion with MPB Group for the last 10 + years. I have a team of highly motivated therapists who wish to help heal couples & families with their challenging relational dynamics. The team has expertise in depression, anxiety, ADHD, pre-marital, divorce. blended families, and trauma.
(667) 230-5781 View (667) 230-5781
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Claudette Blackwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pikesville, MD 21208
I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, group, marital, and family therapies.
There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years. I am here to help with these transitions. As such, I incorporate both traditional and spiritual approaches to mental health in my practice. I believe that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. I provide an environment of compassion and support to help individuals and families overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults providing individual, group, marital, and family therapies.
There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years. I am here to help with these transitions. As such, I incorporate both traditional and spiritual approaches to mental health in my practice. I believe that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. I provide an environment of compassion and support to help individuals and families overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive.
(443) 291-7070 View (443) 291-7070
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Susan G Krohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker since 1978 with an active practice in Annapolis and the surrounding areas as well as the Eastern Shore. I provide counseling services to adult, adolescents, and children who are experiencing life changes due to marital discord, divorce, or the death of a loved one and I assist families heal from disagreement, emotional pain, trauma, loss and change through the use of individual, couples, and family therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker since 1978 with an active practice in Annapolis and the surrounding areas as well as the Eastern Shore. I provide counseling services to adult, adolescents, and children who are experiencing life changes due to marital discord, divorce, or the death of a loved one and I assist families heal from disagreement, emotional pain, trauma, loss and change through the use of individual, couples, and family therapy.
(410) 504-1205 View (410) 504-1205
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Marci Saltzman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286
Waitlist for new clients
I see couples using the Gottman method and Prepare/Enrich (for pre-marital/pre-commitment counseling), including those engaged in or looking to explore ethical nonmonogomy.
Please note I do not take insurance for couples therapy. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and assist you in achieving goals that are important to you in an open and collaborative way. I work with adults as well as couples, who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, gender identity, life transitions, parenting challenges and relationship issues. I use an eclectic approach rooted in a variety of evidenced based practices. I work best with clients looking for feedback and who enjoy being compassionately challenged. I also like to bring humor and radical genuineness into sessions.
I see couples using the Gottman method and Prepare/Enrich (for pre-marital/pre-commitment counseling), including those engaged in or looking to explore ethical nonmonogomy.
Please note I do not take insurance for couples therapy. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and assist you in achieving goals that are important to you in an open and collaborative way. I work with adults as well as couples, who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, gender identity, life transitions, parenting challenges and relationship issues. I use an eclectic approach rooted in a variety of evidenced based practices. I work best with clients looking for feedback and who enjoy being compassionately challenged. I also like to bring humor and radical genuineness into sessions.
(410) 469-8622 View (410) 469-8622
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JEM Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Waitlist for new clients
Life’s journey, though affected by issues that threaten to overwhelm and sometimes consume, is intended to be interesting, exciting and rewarding. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who created JEM with passion and purpose. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals and families who are challenged by anxiety, depression, impulse control, anger management, life changes, marital, family and other interpersonal relationship issues.
Life’s journey, though affected by issues that threaten to overwhelm and sometimes consume, is intended to be interesting, exciting and rewarding. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who created JEM with passion and purpose. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals and families who are challenged by anxiety, depression, impulse control, anger management, life changes, marital, family and other interpersonal relationship issues.
(240) 459-3921 View (240) 459-3921
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Global Psychotherapy Center of Bethesda
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20814
You may benefit from participating in therapy in many ways: Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals, and values Developing skills for improving your relationships Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures Improving communication and listening skills Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence .
We are a team of professionals with clinical expertise who love working together to provide the appropriate treatment in a compassionate, therapeutic environment. We provide services to the international community. Our goal is to provide high-quality psychotherapy and counseling treatment to individuals, couples, and families. We focus on helping our clients find their inner resources to be able to make changes in their lives in a healthy and meaningful way.
You may benefit from participating in therapy in many ways: Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals, and values Developing skills for improving your relationships Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures Improving communication and listening skills Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence .
We are a team of professionals with clinical expertise who love working together to provide the appropriate treatment in a compassionate, therapeutic environment. We provide services to the international community. Our goal is to provide high-quality psychotherapy and counseling treatment to individuals, couples, and families. We focus on helping our clients find their inner resources to be able to make changes in their lives in a healthy and meaningful way.
(240) 823-5262 View (240) 823-5262
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Center for Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042
WE STRIVE TO PUT PATIENTS FIRST AND CARE FOR YOUR WHOLENESS. We are a multi-specialty psychiatric practice offering comprehensive psychological and psychiatric care to individuals, families, children, adults and seniors. We offer same day service in some instances. Our goal is to serve you with a holistic framework where we pay equal attention to the mind as we do to the body. Our treatment approach combines Eastern mindfulness perspectives and traditional Western psychiatric medicine to provide you with a perfect marriage of sorts. We are confident that you will become a better version of yourself if you give us a try.
WE STRIVE TO PUT PATIENTS FIRST AND CARE FOR YOUR WHOLENESS. We are a multi-specialty psychiatric practice offering comprehensive psychological and psychiatric care to individuals, families, children, adults and seniors. We offer same day service in some instances. Our goal is to serve you with a holistic framework where we pay equal attention to the mind as we do to the body. Our treatment approach combines Eastern mindfulness perspectives and traditional Western psychiatric medicine to provide you with a perfect marriage of sorts. We are confident that you will become a better version of yourself if you give us a try.
(202) 288-2834 View (202) 288-2834
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Frederick Christian Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, BCPCC
Verified Verified
Monrovia, MD 21770
We treat children, families, couples & individuals experiencing a wide variety of issues: anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, marital/ relationship problems, eating disorders, infidelity, and much more.
As Board Certified Professional Christian Counselors (BCPCC), we offer care that is distinctively Christian & clinically excellent. We have been extensively evaluated by the AACC & NACC in areas of personal integrity, Biblical principles, personal spiritual journey & walk with Jesus Christ, beliefs about the Bible, & clinical skills. We believe in bringing problems in to the light & applying biblical truth. We are encouragers: lending hope to the hopeless, prescribing interventions, teaching healthy coping skills, & challenging old ways of thinking. We believe therapy is the method, but that ONLY Jesus is the healer.
We treat children, families, couples & individuals experiencing a wide variety of issues: anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, marital/ relationship problems, eating disorders, infidelity, and much more.
As Board Certified Professional Christian Counselors (BCPCC), we offer care that is distinctively Christian & clinically excellent. We have been extensively evaluated by the AACC & NACC in areas of personal integrity, Biblical principles, personal spiritual journey & walk with Jesus Christ, beliefs about the Bible, & clinical skills. We believe in bringing problems in to the light & applying biblical truth. We are encouragers: lending hope to the hopeless, prescribing interventions, teaching healthy coping skills, & challenging old ways of thinking. We believe therapy is the method, but that ONLY Jesus is the healer.
(301) 945-8284 View (301) 945-8284
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Gail Alecia Bowles
Counselor, LC10744
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bowie, MD 20720  (Online Only)
Gail Bowles has a Master's Degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from Walden University. As well as a psychology degree from Argosy University. Gail is dedicated to assisting clients in reaching their personal and relational therapy goals and repairing relationships in a safe, tranquil and supportive environment for a self pay fee of $150. In 2018, she had the opportunity to be a guest on Fox 45 in Baltimore, MD speaking on the subject of Healthy Relationships.
Gail Bowles has a Master's Degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from Walden University. As well as a psychology degree from Argosy University. Gail is dedicated to assisting clients in reaching their personal and relational therapy goals and repairing relationships in a safe, tranquil and supportive environment for a self pay fee of $150. In 2018, she had the opportunity to be a guest on Fox 45 in Baltimore, MD speaking on the subject of Healthy Relationships.
(301) 945-8463 View (301) 945-8463
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Lauren Greenwald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784  (Online Only)
I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mediation and specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, school issues, marital issues and life cycle transitions.
I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mediation and specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, school issues, marital issues and life cycle transitions.
(443) 399-2076 View (443) 399-2076
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ReFocus Together Counseling Services
Counselor, JD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Welcome New Clients: Availability for Telehealth/Online Services for evenings and weekends. ReFocus Together Counseling Services offers online counseling through a secured platform called Doxyme. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. If you are at a time in your life when you need someone to help sort out life's thoughts or problems, I can help with: Anxiety • Stress Management • Trauma • Parenting issues • Anger • Depression • Crisis Management • Marriage / Relationship concerns • Work related problems • Grief • Adjustment issues • Adults (raped or abused as children).
Welcome New Clients: Availability for Telehealth/Online Services for evenings and weekends. ReFocus Together Counseling Services offers online counseling through a secured platform called Doxyme. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. If you are at a time in your life when you need someone to help sort out life's thoughts or problems, I can help with: Anxiety • Stress Management • Trauma • Parenting issues • Anger • Depression • Crisis Management • Marriage / Relationship concerns • Work related problems • Grief • Adjustment issues • Adults (raped or abused as children).
(240) 547-2588 View (240) 547-2588
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Susan Knade, LLC Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Easton, MD 21601
Taking the step to improve your life can feel vulnerable and overwhelming. I will provide a warm and welcoming space for you to process past experiences and future goals. Maybe you love someone with an addiction or are struggling with your own behaviors. Perhaps family life or marriage has you feeling depleted or depressed. Together we we will explore the thoughts, feelings and patterns that have brought you here and a clear path to change and heal. I work with adults and teens struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, substance use and codependency in families. Call me today!
Taking the step to improve your life can feel vulnerable and overwhelming. I will provide a warm and welcoming space for you to process past experiences and future goals. Maybe you love someone with an addiction or are struggling with your own behaviors. Perhaps family life or marriage has you feeling depleted or depressed. Together we we will explore the thoughts, feelings and patterns that have brought you here and a clear path to change and heal. I work with adults and teens struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, substance use and codependency in families. Call me today!
(667) 239-9871 View (667) 239-9871
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Classen-Miller and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852
Specialties of our therapists include depression, anxiety, addiction, substance abuse, bipolar, borderline personality, dual diagnosis, self-harm, OCD, psychosis, eating disorders, adoption, learning disability, ADHD, autism, insomnia, divorce, women's issues, infertility, cross-cultural, marital, couples, relationships, family conflict, trauma, PTSD, grief.
TELETHERAPY AND IN-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS with experienced psychotherapists who are licensed at the highest level of their profession. We accept mayor insurance plans and work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, Our clinicians reflect the full diversity of our community. We provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment that enables our clients to work towards solutions, develop coping skills and have a better understanding of the issues that interfere with self-esteem and a sense of well being.
Specialties of our therapists include depression, anxiety, addiction, substance abuse, bipolar, borderline personality, dual diagnosis, self-harm, OCD, psychosis, eating disorders, adoption, learning disability, ADHD, autism, insomnia, divorce, women's issues, infertility, cross-cultural, marital, couples, relationships, family conflict, trauma, PTSD, grief.
TELETHERAPY AND IN-OFFICE APPOINTMENTS with experienced psychotherapists who are licensed at the highest level of their profession. We accept mayor insurance plans and work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, Our clinicians reflect the full diversity of our community. We provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment that enables our clients to work towards solutions, develop coping skills and have a better understanding of the issues that interfere with self-esteem and a sense of well being.
(301) 918-5312 View (301) 918-5312
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Kyleigh Daiker
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bel Air, MD 21014
My education and training has prepared me to help clients who are coping with relationship issues, grief, mood disorders, anxiety, identity issues, trauma, and transitional challenges (marriage, emerging adulthood, career changes, end of life/caregiving, identity development, etc).
Therapy can be a lifeline for some or a way of life for others. Either way, I will be there to support you during stressful and challenging times in your life. I enjoy building trusting and therapeutic relationships with my clients as a way to facilitate growth, acceptance, change, and development. I use an eclectic approach to my counseling practice, meaning I personalize the counseling experience by pulling from different approaches to help meet your specific needs. My goal as a therapist is to provide an affirming, validating space.
My education and training has prepared me to help clients who are coping with relationship issues, grief, mood disorders, anxiety, identity issues, trauma, and transitional challenges (marriage, emerging adulthood, career changes, end of life/caregiving, identity development, etc).
Therapy can be a lifeline for some or a way of life for others. Either way, I will be there to support you during stressful and challenging times in your life. I enjoy building trusting and therapeutic relationships with my clients as a way to facilitate growth, acceptance, change, and development. I use an eclectic approach to my counseling practice, meaning I personalize the counseling experience by pulling from different approaches to help meet your specific needs. My goal as a therapist is to provide an affirming, validating space.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.