Therapists in Abingdon, MD

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Maybe you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world- needing to have it all and do it all? Do you struggle with your self-esteem and feeling like you are worthy? Are you feeling anxious and having difficulty relaxing? Maybe you feel like you can’t “turn it off”. Imagine a life where you were able to prioritize yourself EVERY DAY. A life where you were able to stop being consumed with anxious thoughts all the time. What if you were finally able to juggle all of the different roles and feel good about yourself again. I know where you have been, I know where you are, and I know where you can go.

Elizabeth takes a patient-centered approach using mindfulness techniques that include the correlation of body, mind and spirit. She offers individual therapy to adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, substance misuse, anger management, self-esteem, major life changes, weight management and eating disorder. She practices Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and techniques drawn from decision making skills and stress management.

As a experienced clinician of 32 years, I've learned over the years, that If You change your thoughts, You change your world. My goal is to help others view their situations differently as they work towards enhancing skills in the recovery process of their own healing. I have provided services to elementary school age students, foster care children, juvenile delinquents, senior citizens, head start , individual, family, group and couples in an outpatient mental health setting. I have been a Clinical Director for several Outpatient Mental Health Clinic in both Harford County and Baltimore City.

Are you struggling and feeling lost? Do you have a hard time not repeating self-destructive patterns? Are you simply wanting to become more self-aware? In my practice, I focus on helping you navigating the challenges of life and discover the way your patterns or life experiences have made it difficult to properly process emotion.

Presently, my schedule is full and I am unable to accept new clients at this time. Please send me a message so that you can join my waitlist. Need someone to talk to? Just because you can do this alone, doesn't mean you have to. Life is stressful enough with relationships, past experiences, work, negative thoughts, feelings, and more. Talking with someone who cares can help.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University in Baltimore, a Masters of Divinity from the Howard University School of Divinity; and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Morgan State University. My approach to counseling integrates Biblical principles and the major theories and principles of counseling psychology. As we develop a collaborative relationship, my goal is to help you explore your true potential and to better understand and resolve life challenges. With many years of experience working with families, adolescents and adults, I have an excellent reputation for being a "good listener".

You hit a bump in the road as you were moving through life. Things were going OK, but that major disruption changed everything and you don’t know how to cope. Your personal struggles have left you feeling alone and stuck. You are torn if you should change careers, or move across country, or even walk away from a bad relationship. Everyday life hurdles feel insurmountable. You have tried to communicate your needs to friends and loved ones, but you can’t find the right words to make them understand what you are going through right now. You experience confusion and frustration when you can't get a handle on situations.

Is this a time where many significant changes are occurring in your life? You may have recently transitioned out of your childhood home and are now living independently. Perhaps you're exploring new relationships, managing the challenges of college, have experienced a loss, are starting the journey to parenthood or finding a new job. Life is definitely taking you in new directions, but there might be moments when something just doesn't feel right. Now is a great time to seek support and guidance, to help you navigate these changes and explore what really matters. I'm here to provide support and help you find that sense of direction.

My ideal client is one who knows that they’re ready for change. Change can be tough, so they realize that the cycles and habits that they’ve formed have been harmful to their potential. Their goals include finding themselves and wanting to reach peak acceptance. A client that is serious about exploration when it comes to creating new chapters in their lives.

I believe everything about a person makes sense given where they’ve come from and what they’ve gone through. From this belief, I work with my clients to view their experiences through a lens of self-compassion and empower them to make the changes they want to see in their lives. While I have worked with people of all ages, my more recent work is focused with individuals ranging from late adolescents through adulthood. Whether you’re looking to address challenges due to recent life changes or dealing with the impact of unresolved childhood experiences I am here to help you achieve your goals.

PLEASE EMAIL ME DIRECTLY TO SEE ABOUT AVAILABILITY OR INQUIRE ABOUT SERVICES. - www.robhardesty.com - Therapy can help us move beyond emotional or behavioral problems. It is an effective tool that can help find relief from feelings of emotional pain, trauma, depression, anxiety, or life's stressors. But most importantly it can also provide growth in a positive direction to improve one's life for the better.

Starting therapy is one of the most important parts of learning to live a new and better way of life. I help individuals discover interventions and strategies to manage and heal from anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, mood disorders, trauma and more. With the proper interventions, individuals can live a more fulfilling and purposeful life. Finding the right therapist to connect with is one of the most important aspects of successful therapy.

Everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and purposeful life. Let's face it- life can be hard. We are often faced with challenges that are outside of our control. Together we will identify factors within your control and discuss ways to make positive changes in your life. Using a strength-based solution-focused approach, we will strive for personal growth and healing. Concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) will likely be incorporated into treatment to help modify your unhealthy thoughts and behaviors.

--NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS---PROVIDING REFERRALS TO HER COLLEAGUES IN OFFICE--TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE Dr. James is a Board Certified Licensed Psychologist serving children, adolescents, and adults in the outpatient clinic.

You will find me a highly enthusiastic therapist with experience working with individuals and families with various backgrounds and concerns. Examples of issues that I have helped others address include balancing work life and personal life, stressors of coping with a chronic illness, survivors of trauma and those who may struggle with loneliness, life challenges and disappointments. I am passionate about caring for people and assisting them in achieving a state of well being, and would welcome the opportunity to help you make your way forward to reach your desired goals.

Every person is a unique individual and it is important to consider all of the life factors affecting how each client experiences and thinks about life. Such factors may include family life, work, social environment, social supports, past experiences, physical needs (rest, diet & nutrition, exercise, etc.), spiritual beliefs, and mental well-being. I use methods that best meet each client's individual needs, and encourage my clients to work collaboratively throughout the counseling process.

I am a Psychotherapist in practice for 35 years. I work with clients from age 9 to 64 with depression, mood disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, and bi-polar disorders. My focus is client centered helping you to reach your goals. My values are to serve, teach, and implement effective ways to cope and enhance quality of life. I believe that everyone, at times, needs support in their life to deal with life stressors and together we can make decisions and learn to cope.

Hello and welcome to my page. I can help you with a broad range of issues, including difficult transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma. My treatment style emphasizes personal strengths and positive coping, and I know that people can make changes if they are willing to work hard. I believe that counseling is a collaborative process, so with caring and respect I'll help you gain personal insight, learn strategies to better manage difficulties in your personal and professional life, and grow as a person. As an integrative therapist, I'll tailor your treatment to meet your individual needs, values, and culture.

I have been working as a Therapist since 2008 and have experience working with a diverse group of clients, that have a wide range of treatment needs. My primary focus is with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders and other life transitions that occur during these years. I am familiar with the school system and often work closely with guidance counselors and administrators to coordinate services with schools. My strength is in building strong therapeutic relationships so that my clients can begin working towards their goals, while feeling supported and understood.