Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Aberdeen Proving, MD
I help men, women, and adolescents overcome challenges related to depression and anxiety.
Our first session together will involve us getting to know one another better, and I will need to obtain a lot of background information, in addition to what is currently bringing you into therapy.
I help men, women, and adolescents overcome challenges related to depression and anxiety.
Our first session together will involve us getting to know one another better, and I will need to obtain a lot of background information, in addition to what is currently bringing you into therapy.
Serving Virginia and Maryland Virtually!
I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and the impact of generational trauma. Many of my clients feel like the “strong one,” carrying emotional weight while struggling with overthinking, boundaries, and patterns they’re ready to break. I also work with adults and couples experiencing communication difficulties, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. Clients come to therapy seeking relief, clarity, and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Serving Virginia and Maryland Virtually!
I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, and the impact of generational trauma. Many of my clients feel like the “strong one,” carrying emotional weight while struggling with overthinking, boundaries, and patterns they’re ready to break. I also work with adults and couples experiencing communication difficulties, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. Clients come to therapy seeking relief, clarity, and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Accepts BlueCross Blue Shield, United Health Care, John Hopkins, Cigna, and more. Same week appointments now avaliable!
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck, therapy can help you feel more grounded and supported. You don’t need the right words — just a place to start. Our work together focuses on the whole you: mind, body, emotions, and life circumstances. We’ll explore patterns, build practical tools, and support nervous system balance at your pace. When additional support is helpful, I can collaborate with trusted providers for referrals, ensuring your care feels coordinated and thoughtful.
Accepts BlueCross Blue Shield, United Health Care, John Hopkins, Cigna, and more. Same week appointments now avaliable!
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck, therapy can help you feel more grounded and supported. You don’t need the right words — just a place to start. Our work together focuses on the whole you: mind, body, emotions, and life circumstances. We’ll explore patterns, build practical tools, and support nervous system balance at your pace. When additional support is helpful, I can collaborate with trusted providers for referrals, ensuring your care feels coordinated and thoughtful.
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With 30 years of experience in the social work profession, I have worked extensively in crisis-situations with individuals, families, and couples dealing with trauma, depression, stress, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, housing and employment issues, and family challenges, including those related to divorce or separation. As a straight ally and human rights advocate, I support equal rights and fair treatment for all. Additionally, I am a certified Divorce Mediator, Private Custody Evaluator, and a Maryland Board-approved clinical supervisior for graduate-level social work professionals seeking their LCSW-C licensure.
With 30 years of experience in the social work profession, I have worked extensively in crisis-situations with individuals, families, and couples dealing with trauma, depression, stress, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, housing and employment issues, and family challenges, including those related to divorce or separation. As a straight ally and human rights advocate, I support equal rights and fair treatment for all. Additionally, I am a certified Divorce Mediator, Private Custody Evaluator, and a Maryland Board-approved clinical supervisior for graduate-level social work professionals seeking their LCSW-C licensure.
I work best with clients who are ready to actively engage in their healing journey, even when the work feels difficult. I support individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, triggers, or life experiences and want to build healthier coping skills and emotional balance. I especially enjoy working with neurodivergent, queer, LGBTQ+, and polyamorous clients seeking an affirming and supportive space. Together, we work toward understanding symptoms, processing trauma, and learning how to move through triggers so they no longer control daily life.
I work best with clients who are ready to actively engage in their healing journey, even when the work feels difficult. I support individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, triggers, or life experiences and want to build healthier coping skills and emotional balance. I especially enjoy working with neurodivergent, queer, LGBTQ+, and polyamorous clients seeking an affirming and supportive space. Together, we work toward understanding symptoms, processing trauma, and learning how to move through triggers so they no longer control daily life.
Our approach to counseling is client centered which helps to empower clients to understand their own strengths and how to use that power to make the changes that they desire to see manifest in their lives. Together we achieve the goals established in counseling by the client. We will explore what is possible in the lives of those who struggle to see the bright side of what they are facing in the moment. We just believe that all things are possible! We believe that healing takes place through our counseling practice as we engage clients in this process, lives are changed!
Our approach to counseling is client centered which helps to empower clients to understand their own strengths and how to use that power to make the changes that they desire to see manifest in their lives. Together we achieve the goals established in counseling by the client. We will explore what is possible in the lives of those who struggle to see the bright side of what they are facing in the moment. We just believe that all things are possible! We believe that healing takes place through our counseling practice as we engage clients in this process, lives are changed!
Hope Alive Care Services is an Outpatient Mental Health Clinic. We provide strength based mental health & behavioral health services to children, youths and adults in the Prince Georges County, Baltimore City and surrounding areas. Our agency provides person centered, culturally competent and evidenced based services to individuals, families and couples. Our program is designed to promote recovery, resilience and improved quality of life to all age groups. Therapist and client work together to understand patterns from their past and present so that the client can overcome obstacles and successfully move forward into their future.
Hope Alive Care Services is an Outpatient Mental Health Clinic. We provide strength based mental health & behavioral health services to children, youths and adults in the Prince Georges County, Baltimore City and surrounding areas. Our agency provides person centered, culturally competent and evidenced based services to individuals, families and couples. Our program is designed to promote recovery, resilience and improved quality of life to all age groups. Therapist and client work together to understand patterns from their past and present so that the client can overcome obstacles and successfully move forward into their future.
Visiting my page means you are ready to take the first step in making the change you want to see in your life. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and ADHD. I use a diverse approach based in, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology, play therapy and solution-focused therapy. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I want to help you identify your strengths and motivate you to feel empowered and reach your goals. I work to provide a positive, supportive environment so you can develop awareness and create the positive change you want.
Visiting my page means you are ready to take the first step in making the change you want to see in your life. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and ADHD. I use a diverse approach based in, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology, play therapy and solution-focused therapy. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I want to help you identify your strengths and motivate you to feel empowered and reach your goals. I work to provide a positive, supportive environment so you can develop awareness and create the positive change you want.
When I get to collaborate with you or your teen or child, I prioritize your need to feel supported and understood through the current struggles you have whether they are with anxiety, mood disorders, effects from trauma, or just ups and downs.
I work with you towards your own goals, using my experience (10+ years in the mental health field) and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I pull from my experience in community mental health to find the best fit for you.
When I get to collaborate with you or your teen or child, I prioritize your need to feel supported and understood through the current struggles you have whether they are with anxiety, mood disorders, effects from trauma, or just ups and downs.
I work with you towards your own goals, using my experience (10+ years in the mental health field) and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I pull from my experience in community mental health to find the best fit for you.
Hello! Therapy and choosing to engage with oneself on an intimate and vulnerable level can be an intimidating and frustrating experience, but making that decision, for yourself, can ultimately be one of the most rewarding things you can do. Choosing to know yourself and be compassionate towards your behavior and experiences can lead to not only tangible change but also fulfillment and a more well-rounded and positive outlook on life.
Hello! Therapy and choosing to engage with oneself on an intimate and vulnerable level can be an intimidating and frustrating experience, but making that decision, for yourself, can ultimately be one of the most rewarding things you can do. Choosing to know yourself and be compassionate towards your behavior and experiences can lead to not only tangible change but also fulfillment and a more well-rounded and positive outlook on life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Profession Counselor for the State of Maryland with many years of experience helping adults and teens learn coping skills and improve their quality of life.
Whether you are going through a big life change, trying to meet your responsibilities while living with a chronic illness, struggling to get through the day with an ADHD brain, or trying to manage your life but continuing to drop the ball, I can help you figure put the pieces back in place.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD. I have a particular passion for working with Highly Sensitive People (HSP) — those who feel things deeply and need a therapeutic space that honors that sensitivity rather than pathologizing it. I also work with clients managing chronic pain and illness who want to show up more fully in their lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Profession Counselor for the State of Maryland with many years of experience helping adults and teens learn coping skills and improve their quality of life.
Whether you are going through a big life change, trying to meet your responsibilities while living with a chronic illness, struggling to get through the day with an ADHD brain, or trying to manage your life but continuing to drop the ball, I can help you figure put the pieces back in place.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD. I have a particular passion for working with Highly Sensitive People (HSP) — those who feel things deeply and need a therapeutic space that honors that sensitivity rather than pathologizing it. I also work with clients managing chronic pain and illness who want to show up more fully in their lives.
I specialize in working with teens & adults who often make themselves small or worry about keeping others happy, but they're tired of struggling with the low self-esteem, relationships, or trauma that's holding them back.
You’re the one who holds it together. The one others rely on. You show up, take care of things, and keep going, even when it feels heavy inside. People wouldn’t guess how much you carry. But when everything gets quiet, your mind doesn’t. You replay conversations, question yourself, and wonder if you did something wrong. Your body stays tense, like you can’t fully relax. You’re always a little “on.” You’ve learned to be the strong one, the one who doesn’t need too much. But underneath, you’re exhausted. These patterns begin in childhood, when you had to adapt or take on more than you should have.
I specialize in working with teens & adults who often make themselves small or worry about keeping others happy, but they're tired of struggling with the low self-esteem, relationships, or trauma that's holding them back.
You’re the one who holds it together. The one others rely on. You show up, take care of things, and keep going, even when it feels heavy inside. People wouldn’t guess how much you carry. But when everything gets quiet, your mind doesn’t. You replay conversations, question yourself, and wonder if you did something wrong. Your body stays tense, like you can’t fully relax. You’re always a little “on.” You’ve learned to be the strong one, the one who doesn’t need too much. But underneath, you’re exhausted. These patterns begin in childhood, when you had to adapt or take on more than you should have.
I enjoy working with teens and adults who are navigating a variety of issues including life transitions, struggles related to gender identity and sexuality or navigating ethical non-monogamy.
I believe it is important to acknowledge how race, gender, sexuality, and culture impact our lives, our struggles, and contribute to our strengths. I draw from a variety of modalities depending on client needs including ACT, CBT and DBT. I also have some training in I-CBT. I use a trauma-informed, collaborative, strengths based, and client centered approach.
I enjoy working with teens and adults who are navigating a variety of issues including life transitions, struggles related to gender identity and sexuality or navigating ethical non-monogamy.
I believe it is important to acknowledge how race, gender, sexuality, and culture impact our lives, our struggles, and contribute to our strengths. I draw from a variety of modalities depending on client needs including ACT, CBT and DBT. I also have some training in I-CBT. I use a trauma-informed, collaborative, strengths based, and client centered approach.
A number of the personal concerns such as issues with executive functioning, history of trauma, and multiple life stressors can impact your current functioning and overall well-being. My goal is to develop a therapeutic partnership with you to identify and explore your inner strengths and resources to develop coping skills and improve your functioning and quality of life.
A number of the personal concerns such as issues with executive functioning, history of trauma, and multiple life stressors can impact your current functioning and overall well-being. My goal is to develop a therapeutic partnership with you to identify and explore your inner strengths and resources to develop coping skills and improve your functioning and quality of life.
Often we are faced with decisions that will have a big impact on the course of our life. Even if we already know the better option, it can feel totally overwhelming thinking about all it takes to make the change. Whether it's an addiction, loss of sense of self, or religion, everything else can slip to the background making it hard just to get through the day. When we work collaboratively in therapy, you will experience new things about yourself and what your priorities really are while letting go of what we are told we should be or do.
Often we are faced with decisions that will have a big impact on the course of our life. Even if we already know the better option, it can feel totally overwhelming thinking about all it takes to make the change. Whether it's an addiction, loss of sense of self, or religion, everything else can slip to the background making it hard just to get through the day. When we work collaboratively in therapy, you will experience new things about yourself and what your priorities really are while letting go of what we are told we should be or do.
I am a proud foster youth alumnus whose life journey infuses my professional work with powerful purpose and authenticity.
Currently, I am a travel therapist, partnering with many different organizations that specializes in helping individuals, families and couples navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma. My clinical work is rooted in lived-experiences, making me not only a practitioner but also an advocate, who is dedicated to dismantling barriers in accessing mental health.
I am a proud foster youth alumnus whose life journey infuses my professional work with powerful purpose and authenticity.
Currently, I am a travel therapist, partnering with many different organizations that specializes in helping individuals, families and couples navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma. My clinical work is rooted in lived-experiences, making me not only a practitioner but also an advocate, who is dedicated to dismantling barriers in accessing mental health.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and conflict in interpersonal relationships.
I'm committed to creating a safe, non judgemental environment for my clients to feel heard, supported, and encouraged. Some of the tools and counseling techniques I use are influenced by Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and play therapy.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing challenges with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and conflict in interpersonal relationships.
I'm committed to creating a safe, non judgemental environment for my clients to feel heard, supported, and encouraged. Some of the tools and counseling techniques I use are influenced by Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and play therapy.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults who feel stuck despite wanting to do well.
I help children, adolescents, and adults build executive function skills such as organization, time management, task initiation, and follow-through. Using a strengths-based approach, I offer executive function coaching through Brave Connections Coaching and therapy through Center for Family and Behavioral Health, in person or via telehealth.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults who feel stuck despite wanting to do well.
I help children, adolescents, and adults build executive function skills such as organization, time management, task initiation, and follow-through. Using a strengths-based approach, I offer executive function coaching through Brave Connections Coaching and therapy through Center for Family and Behavioral Health, in person or via telehealth.
Selecting a therapist is an important decision. I believe that creating an environment where the client feels that the therapist has listened, shown empathy, and has genuine concern are some of the core conditions for a therapeutic relationship. Providing a client with helpful feedback in this safe, empathic environment promotes change and growth. A client that I work with may have a variety of concerns including having a relationship issue, going through a separation, having parenting concerns, experiencing depression, anxiety, or problems related to alcohol or drug misuse or abuse. Please visit my website www.scottholzmanphd.com.
Selecting a therapist is an important decision. I believe that creating an environment where the client feels that the therapist has listened, shown empathy, and has genuine concern are some of the core conditions for a therapeutic relationship. Providing a client with helpful feedback in this safe, empathic environment promotes change and growth. A client that I work with may have a variety of concerns including having a relationship issue, going through a separation, having parenting concerns, experiencing depression, anxiety, or problems related to alcohol or drug misuse or abuse. Please visit my website www.scottholzmanphd.com.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, or major life transitions. They may be struggling to cope with change, feeling emotionally drained, or looking for a safe place where they can feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to help them make sense of what they are experiencing, build healthier coping skills, and move toward greater emotional balance, resilience, and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, or major life transitions. They may be struggling to cope with change, feeling emotionally drained, or looking for a safe place where they can feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment. I work collaboratively with clients to help them make sense of what they are experiencing, build healthier coping skills, and move toward greater emotional balance, resilience, and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.