Family Systems Therapists in Abingdon, MD

I am motivated by a commitment to helping individuals and couples navigate their paths toward fulfillment and happiness, I am devoted to offering the essential support and guidance you seek. If you find yourself caught in a cycle of negativity or besieged by the overwhelming pressures of life, know that you are not alone. Together, we can break free from these confines and rediscover the profound joy and meaningful connections that are rightfully yours. It's time to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where you can reclaim control over your life. Let's take this transformative step forward together.

My therapeutic philosophy is strength-based and person-centered. My role as a healing facilitator is to help clients identify and use their strengths to foster resiliency while promoting psychoeducation and offer eclectic coping skills for a various mental health challenges.

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.

Do you feel lost or stuck in your life? Stress, trauma and uncertainty can make life seem like an overwhelming, uphill battle. It takes courage to ask for help and seek support. I strive to create a therapeutic relationship with my clients that provides safety, reassurance, and guidance as we navigate a path towards personal growth and wellness. I am committed to listening, validating and being attuned to my client's needs. I invite my clients to explore old patterns of existing in order to propel themselves on their journey to healing.

I am a Psychotherapist in practice for 39 years. I work with clients from age 13 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.

--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.

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.

Whitesell and Associates, Inc are dedicated to serving the mental health needs of our community. We are here to facilitate insight, increased coping tools and therapeutic support. Give our office a call!

The clients of Notable Life Counseling Services are diverse and many are accomplished individuals who are trying to make the most of their lives in a fast paced world while embracing full life potential. Through counseling process, our clients are able to rediscover that life is worth living. Life is worthy and remarkable. It is meaningful. Life is the reason why they want to get better, to be happier, to accomplish more, to trust more, to be more prospers psychologically, spiritually, and physically. They want to have purposeful and meaningful life.

Making the choice to start therapy is not an easy one. I'm here to help you take that first step. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of mental health settings, and facilitate individual, family, and couples therapy sessions. My primary experience is with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, and family issues. I am client centered and aim to empower my clients to take back their lives by building a solid set of coping skills, and helping them to find their voice to best communicate their needs.

As a professional counselor it is my sincere hope that everyone who suffers with mental, emotional, or spiritual pain, learn to live by their own self direction with wellbeing and purpose. If you feel that your life has become unmanageable or if you feel stuck in your personal life, marriage, career or spirituality, today I tell you there is help for you. I am a dually licensed counselor and my mission is to rehabilitate the mind, body, and spirit using scientific clinical interventions and techniques.

Are you a mom suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety? Was your birth experience not at all what you expected and now you're struggling to handle how you're feeling? I can help you process, feel seen, and feel better. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal with the right help and you deserve to feel happy. I believe that the relationship that one has with their therapist is the most important part in guiding others to a place where they want to be, where they can function more effectively, and most importantly, thrive.

Did you know that your connection and relationship with your therapist is one of the biggest indicators for success in your personal growth and healing? We are an open-minded and intentionally mindful practice that provides encouraging, supportive, and personalized counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. We strive to alleviate the disconnection you may be feeling in your everyday lives by offering an authentic and accepting relationship with your therapist.

Has life been feeling more difficult lately? Are all of your go-to self help efforts falling short, leaving you feeling stuck, helpless or defeated? Let’s figure this out together. It is my passion to help couples and individuals make intentional steps towards healing and getting “unstuck”. I recognize the importance of taking time to learn about your unique life experiences and relationship stories. As well as to collaborate with you to reach your relationship or personal goals for therapy. Together we create an individualized therapy plan with practical skills and realistic strategies that you can adapt to your daily life.

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.

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 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".

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. I believe the mind/body connection is critical in the treatment of mental health and utilize EMDR in my practice.