Anxiety Therapists in Annapolis, MD

I understand that coming to therapy for the first time can feel uncomfortable. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore difficulties and build resilience. I embrace the experiences and differences that each individual brings and demonstrate compassion and respect for every client.

Welcome! I'm delighted to have you here. Counseling is not a destination; it's the start of a journey toward healing and a brighter tomorrow. With nearly two decades of experience as a licensed therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can freely share your feelings, thoughts, and struggles. Whether you seek help for yourself, your child, or your family, my goal is to provide a warm and compassionate environment coupled with practical advice and effective strategies to guide you or your loved one back on the path to well-being. Together, let's embark on this journey of healing and growth. Your healing starts today.

I am a licensed professional counselor who is a Christian. I understand how important it is to have a Christian counselor. If this is something you want to integrate into your counseling process, I am able to do this and can use the Bible and your relationship with God to help you with whatever struggles you have. Integrating God and your beliefs is not a requirement to have counseling, but it is something I can offer. I respect your faith and denominational differences. I don’t have an agenda nor am I preachy. I am EAGALA certified.

Normal life events can be stressful when they exceed your ability to cope. Losses like the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, relocation or retirement, or an "empty nest" may threaten your emotional and physical health. Even positive events like marriage or the birth of a child require substantial adjustment. While small amounts of stress can be a positive motivator, prolonged exposure to stress may lead to anxiety, depression, and physical health problems. If you are feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to cope with the demands placed on you, it is probably time to see a therapist.

As a Licensed Social Worker, I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of challenges - depression, anxiety, ADHD, learning disabilities, substance abuse, grief & loss, & dual diagnosis. I employ a strengths-based approach, one that provides assistance & guidance, while focusing on resources & problem solving potentials of the individual. Other modalities may include play therapy for children, art therapy, & cognitive behavioral therapy which examines the ways of thinking patterns that may prevent us from achieving a healthy outcome.

My ideal client is anyone that may be desiring support with anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulty adjusting to major life changes. I have worked in various settings including an inpatient hospital, outpatient clinics, and mobile crisis. My primary clients are adolescent, young adult, & adult clients.

My focus in the therapy room is aligning my clients more with their authentic selves, reducing symptoms, and setting them on a course to living a life that feels satisfying and fulfilling. I care about being the right fit for a client and creating a collaborative relationship. My hope is that my clients feel deeply understood and that our work aligns with their goals.

If you are stuck in unproductive patterns of behavior which negatively impact your life and your connections with others, I can help you lead a more satisfying, productive life and help you become more communicative, closer with your partner and/or others, and better able to cope with the challenges you will face, both today and in the future. For over 32 years, I have been providing therapy to couples, adults, and adolescents, in a variety of outpatient settings as a therapist and clinical supervisor. My treatment approaches include Imago Relationship Therapy, cognitive-behavioral interventions, and psychodynamic principles.

You are always so strong and support everyone you know. Sometimes, it is you that is needing support and a listening ear, but where are all the people for you? The aftermath of a traumatic experience can leave you feeling out of control, withdrawn, uncertain about the world and people around you. The depression may have you feeling as though you are not thinking straight or so down that you just can’t get dressed nor be productive. The anxiety may have you so overwhelmed that you feel stuck and unable to complete your daily tasks.

My work is focused on helping people find and develop their intrinsic resiliency as they move through the many challenges in life. Reaching out for help is not easy and taking that first courageous step is worth celebrating. I would describe my style as warm, supportive, and hopeful. I have experience working with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting challenges, self-harming behaviors, and trauma. I have training in positive psychology, mindfulness-based therapy, CBT, and DBT. I am offering virtual supervision for LGPCs in Maryland who are pursuing their LCPC, as well as direct therapy.

Are you intellectually curious about personal growth? Let "change" be an intriguing adventure rather than an anxiety-producing threat. In your life experiences what has and hasn't worked for you? Triggers, symptoms of distress can become new ways of understanding what in your life needs a new focus. Knowing oneself more fully and making conscious choices equals more personal meaning. A great therapy experience involves jointly developing a trustworthy exploration of how feelings, thoughts, behaviors and interactions help or hurt your pursuit of a contented life with less self-doubt, fear of the unknown and personally determined lifelong growth.

Life can often feel overwhelming. You may be seeking peace and happiness but instead find yourself feeling stuck, lonely, afraid, and lost. If this resonates with you, you are in the right place. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a sense of safety for you. Our working relationship is a place where you have the freedom to discover your authentic self, free from fear or judgment, or the need to perform. The client-therapist relationship is sacred to me, and I am always honored when you allow me to come along on your journey toward authenticity, growth, healing, peace, belonging, and joy.

Michelle Case, LGPC, NCC, CAC-AD, CCTS-I, is currently the Director of Treatment Services at The Refuge. She has over 10+ years of experience working in the addiction & mental health field. Michelle has experience working with adults of many ages with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, crisis intervention, case management, and enjoys working with clients to enhance coping skills. Michelle enjoys helping those out of their darkest times to healing.

I have been in private practice for 34 years, providing practical skills and deep exploration to address the range of issues from stressors of daily living to complex trauma and loss. Whether facing new challenges or familiar patterns, I help people gain insight and identify small steps that can result in significant change. I offer a client centered, integrative approach, drawing on many treatment modalities supported by a foundation of mindfulness and compassion therapies. My work with clients who have chronic and acute medical issues is supported by my healthcare background in nursing, medical social work and hospice care.

Are past traumas causing anxiety, depression, grief, or flashbacks? Would you like to get to the source of your problems and make yourself whole? Is deeper meaning and connection in relationships important to you? Would you like to tap into your inner wisdom? I have over 35 years of experience as a therapist. I am certified in EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy and Hypnotherapy, Inner Child and Partswork, offer Trim-Life Hypnosis for emotional eating, and I am trained in sex therapy. Give me a call and we can talk about what would be helpful for you.

I offer individual, couples counseling, and family psychotherapy for adults over 18 years old. I aim to help clients learn a deeper understanding of their dignity and worth. I believe in the concept of treating the mind, body, and spirit in unity in order to become the best version of ourselves. I believe that life experiences have helped me to have a deeper understanding of how the human person grows and flourishes and would like to bring that hope into every counseling session.

During my 30 years in the social work profession I have had an array of experiences that have focused on crisis work with families and individuals experiencing: trauma, loss, depression, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, housing & employment issues, and family challenges. In my more recent practice years, I have enjoyed working with the LGBTQ community as a straight ally, and advocating for equal rights and fair treatment for all. I am also certified as a divorce mediator, and I provide clinical supervision to graduate level social work professionals seeking their LCSW-C licensure. Licensed in: MD/VA/FL.

I am licensed as an LCSW-C, serve as Clinical Director at Ellie Mental Health, and also see clients of all ages, races, and sexual orientation. I have been licensed and providing mental health services for thirty years and have a philosophy of support, encouragement, and team work with both staff and clients.

I believe that a respectful, supportive, collaborative, relationship, free from judgement is important for deeper healing. My approach is warm & creative. I use traditional psychotherapy and adjunctive therapies to work from the inside out - allowing one to resolve deep-rooted, underlying issues. I am skilled and Certified in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR ,and Sex Therapy. Together, we work towards freeing you from the pain of anxiety, Depression, PTSD, sexual disorders and eating struggles. Self-understanding with resolution can allow choice. I welcome the opportunity to be part of your journey to a freer life.