Anxiety Therapists in Annapolis, MD

Hi there! Thank you for stopping by my site. I’m at: www.young adultcounselingandretreats.com. I offer counseling and retreats for young adults, ages 18-30, coping with life transitions, anxiety, trauma, grief, identity exploration and mind/body/spirit connection. I’m committed to affirming identities for all folks and honor each client as a unique individual, who is the expert of their own journey of self-discovery, healing and growth. I'm LGBTQIA+, Kink, CNM and Polyamory aware and allied. I also offer Imago couples therapy to adults of any age.

Derek "Doc" Sabedra is a Licensed Clinical Profession Counselor (LCPC) with over 23 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults address their daily challenges and live more productive lives. Dr. Sabedra specializes in depression, anxiety, anger management, school issues, and ADHD. Dr. Sabedra completed his Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University.

I am currently accepting NEW clients all across the state of Maryland only, with afternoon and evening appointments available. I want to help you heal, rebuild and restructure your life, so you can live the life you want. I am here to support you every step through your therapy journey. I can help if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, trauma, neglect or abuse. Therapy can offer a safe, supportive place for you to decompress, heal, reassess, and rebuild.

I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with years of experience working with teens, couples, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, anger issues, parenting difficulties, depression, chronic stress, relationship issues, and pregnancy-related concerns. My ideal client is motivated to learn more about themselves, open to self-reflection, willing to engage in the therapeutic process, and committed to making positive changes in their lives. Additionally, they are motivated to work on their issues, have good communication skills, and are willing to be honest and vulnerable in the therapeutic relationship.

I offer a direct, collaborative therapy style, using psychodynamic, humanistic and cognitive approaches. I treat adult individuals and couples experiencing distress from anxiety and depression, significant life transitions and change, difficult relationships, and challenges resulting from cancer and other medical illnesses. In an environment of trust and support, I will help you safely explore your thoughts and feelings, discover new perspectives and develop more effective coping strategies--all with the goal of enhancing your well being.

Hello and Welcome! Relationships are key to understanding who we are. From birth to the present, our past relationships affect our current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. At some point in life, most of us encounter personal roadblocks that create stress and unhappiness, overwhelm our coping mechanisms and undermine growth. Psychotherapy is a resource to help people heal, learn new skills, and develop greater self-awareness and strength. I offer clinical expertise to provide guidance, new perspectives, and to raise awareness of root issues that may be behind current problems. Together we will address these problems and underlying dynamics.

If you or your teen are struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, relationship stressors, and low motivation, I can help. You deserve to take the time to stop and process how you are feeling, what you are thinking, and what change you would like to see. In doing so you will create a deep and meaningful relationship with yourself and others. My therapeutic process helps you explore your inner workings to see what impact your thoughts have on your mood, behavior, and self-worth

Do you grapple with an unshakeable sense of discontentment, feeling that something vital is missing in life? Do you recognize a void within yourself despite your achievements that is driving you to seek therapy? Do you seek to unravel the complexities of your identity, motivations, and desires, hoping to uncover the root cause of your dissatisfaction? You may want to address surface-level issues and embark on a journey of self-exploration and understanding. I specialize in anxiety, depression, college mental health, ADHD, and life transitions, making me equipped to address a wide range of concerns.

Welcome to the first step towards becoming the version of yourself that you strive to be! If you're currently facing changes in mood or motivation, experiencing anxiety or depression symptoms, in need of support through life transitions, or if you're a couple aiming to improve communication, intimacy, and overall connection, I am well-suited to help you. With over a decade of professional experience, I've worked with diverse individuals and couples addressing various mental health and relationship concerns. Regardless of our backgrounds, we all sometimes need support through life's changes and deserve to be heard and understood.

As a fellow parent, I understand that there is no greater pleasure than to see your child happy and healthy. But excessive worrying, relentlessly demanding OCD rituals, the fear of vomiting, social anxiety, and self-harming behaviors like hair pulling and skin picking can rip away the joy of childhood and bring anguish to the family. I am a warm, compassionate, and very active cognitive-behavioral therapist with many years of success in helping children and teens recover from these challenges. I work as a team with parents, including them in at least part of every session.

I view therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client. I strive to make clients feel at ease and work best with clients seeking aid in managing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, perinatal/postpartum concerns, peer relationship problems, ADHD, and parenting concerns. In counseling, being open and honest is one of the most important aspects of the process. As it can be very difficult to be vulnerable, I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere and will always be honest in return to my clients.

My goal is to help you feel better. I offer teletherapy sessions to help you cope with depression, anxiety, stress (including stress relating to COVID-19), relationship issues, grief, age and health related issues etc.. I have been in practice for over 30 years and have worked with all age groups in private practice as well as in sub-acute rehabilitation, memory care units, in-patient psychiatric unit, nursing home and assisted living facilities. I do understand how difficult it can be to reach out to and open up to a stranger so I hope to make you feel as comfortable as I can in as short a time as possible.

As a therapist I provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your concerns and find healing and growth. With years of experience and specialized training, I offer expertise in treating a wide range of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma. I tailor the therapy to your unique needs, using a personalized and holistic approach that takes into account your individual circumstances and strengths. I prioritize your well-being and work with you to develop practical strategies and tools that can be applied to real-life situations, enabling lasting change. Together, we will put you on a path toward healing

You've made a brave decision! It takes a great deal of courage and strength to ask for help. I know it's not easy struggling with problems alone not knowing where to turn or who you can trust. Give me a call today and let's sort things out together! We can get from where you are to where you desire to be. You shouldn't suffer alone no matter what mistakes or messes life has brought you. Today is the day to take a leap of faith! Start your healing journey in a safe space and let's sort through your struggles and figure things out. Let's journey together.

The overwhelming grip of anxiety can cast a relentless shadow over your daily existence, leaving you feeling isolated and burdened. A persistent sense of worry, fear, or unease may seem all-consuming. Depression, with its profound impact on your sense of joy and purpose, can lead you to question the very essence of your being. As you navigate the complexities of modern life, the concept of work-life balance often feels like an elusive mirage, always just out of reach. Striving for professional success while nurturing personal relationships can lead to feelings of burnout and exhaustion. You are not alone.

My practice is built on teaching and supporting people who want to; reduce and manage their stress-worry-anxiety, improve their mood to move toward their authentically happier selves, improve their relationships with family-friends-co-workers, are going through life transitions and want to use it to be better aligned with where they want to be in their life, manage the flood of events in the world that are impacting their thoughts and feelings, people who are hard workers and care for others but then find it difficult to have time left over for their own self-care on a regular basis.

Life can be challenging and at times we can all use a little extra help. If you are experiencing increased feelings of stress & anxiety, relationship problems with your spouse, child, other family members, friends, or coworkers I will listen and offer new coping tools. You will grow and develop the confidence to create the happy and healthy life you want and deserve.

I provide individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, as well as supervision to clinicians. I create a safe working environment where I will caringly challenge you to learn, explore, and ultimately grow. Everyone has a rich internal world full of aspirations. Everyone needs to be seen and heard to recognize and achieve their goals. However, we often feel stuck, lost or depressed. We need to be challenged to see from new perspectives, to feel profoundly, and to make life changes. I am here to help you, to see and hear you, to challenge you to grow and make your external life reflect your internal world.

Do you want to feel like yourself again? Are you ready to take back control of your life? If you’re reading this, you’re one step closer! Whether you're seeking to overcome self-doubt, cultivate healthier relationships, find meaning and purpose, reach new levels of success, or navigate life's transitions with greater ease, it would be my privilege to accompany you on your journey toward personal transformation. Through this journey, you can learn how to free yourself from anxiety and self-doubt so you can feel and perform your best.