Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Annapolis, MD

This one life is yours. Unexpected change, loss, suffering and even growth can destabilize and disorient. Participating in psychotherapy can provide valuable relief, perspective, and healing. Even more, psychotherapy offers the opportunity to feel wholly in control of your life and an active participant in your relationships.

I have worked in the field of substance abuse and mental health since 2014; extensive experience working with athletes, adolescents, college students, and young professionals. Most recently I've worked with parents, families, and couples to help manage the emotional struggles of the family system. I'm wrapping up my credentialing as a Certified Arise Interventionist so I can share my passion with families coping with a loved one's addiction. Ideal client's might be teenagers who are feeling stuck, college aged males who are unsatisfied in life or family members needing support with boundaries and detachment.

Welcome to counseling! I’m glad you are here. My goal is to meet you where you are and serve as an ally in your therapy journey. A typical session with me is collaborative, psychoeducational, and constructive with a healthy dose of humor. I help clients develop insight into old patterns that may have helped them in the past but are no longer serving them in the present. I support clients as they accept what is, identify alternative pathways, and commit to change. Informed by the trauma response, I teach my clients skills to regulate their nervous system and catalyze their brain’s natural neuroplasticity.

What if life could be lived without persistent doubt, worry and regret? As your therapist I will guide you along the path to overcoming life’s challenges. I have a passion for individual human development, processing trauma(s) and the complexity of the human mind and how it affects each and everyone of our lives uniquely. I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Florida in 2014 and obtained my Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University in 2017.

I work with individuals to develop tools to manage times of transition. Usually, it is from these uncomfortable times in life that tremendous growth occurs. Together we will discover strategies to manage and move beyond your discomfort with increased self-awareness. The bottom line is that this is your journey, and I am humbled to walk with you during this time of self-discovery. Ideal clients for me include young adults in life transitions, relationships, addiction, anxiety, and depression.

While anxiety is a normal reaction to life's stressors, at some point it can lead to depression and helplessness. I work with individuals who experience anxiety, panic disorder and phobias, depression, stress/anger management issues, PTSD, grief, and end of life issues. Grief manifests itself in various ways from sadness to physical illness. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who can assist you through many of life's transitions including the loss of a loved one or depression/anxiety from caring for a loved one with a terminal illness or debilitating disease.

Thank you for viewing my page and considering working together. Taking steps towards change can be overwhelming. The good news is that because you're exploring counselors to work with you've already taken a step in making changes. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a certified International Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Counselor and a board certified Sexologist, with a PhD in Sexology. I have over eight years of experience working with clients from age 18-Seniors. My goal is to help clients attain peace of mind and achieve their goals regarding their mental health and emotional well-being.

Our therapy practice embodies a variety of niches and areas of focus. Ideal client's for Lotus Psychotherapy are folks who are motivated to change and value the process of self awareness. We work with tweens, couples, and adults who might be struggling with a multitude of stressors, feelings and barriers. As a collective practice, we have experience with addiction, postpartum, adolescent behaviors, depression, trauma work, grief and anxiety.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and founder of the Annapolis Child and Family Therapy Center. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples with a wide range of mental health and family relationship concerns. Problems I treat include depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, tics, Tourette's, adjustment problems, noncompliance, anger/aggression, trauma, disruptive behavior, and family and couple relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative and I view all of my clients as equal partners in the treatment process.

Do you often find you and your partner fighting the same fight over and over again? Do you fear if the relationship will ever be what it used to be? Or are you concerned that your child or teen is struggling to connect with others and feel confident in themselves? It is my goal to help you, your partner, or your family create the life you have been longing for. I want to give you the tools and teach you the skills to help you get unstuck, improve communication with one another, and build self-confidence and trust to obtain life and relationship satisfaction.

Niche: LGBTQIA, adolescents/young adults, teachers, athletes and children. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe to share their story and know they are being seen and heard. Using a holistic, client-centered approach I help folks find self-love, acceptance, and healthy ways to move through life transitions. I use a variety of clinical skills with children. I encourage parents of young children to attend sessions as I model behavioral techniques they can implement at home.

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.

When you’re going through a challenging time and are looking to experience change, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed by everything you “should” be doing to achieve your goals. I strongly believe that “small hinges swing big doors”. Change happens incrementally, not overnight. I enjoy supporting adolescents & adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, people-pleasing tendencies, life transitions, stress-management, and emotional dysregulation.

My name is Dr. Annie Rabinovitch and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University. I completed a Clinical Internship and Post-doctoral Fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I am passionate about working with children, teens, adults, and families experiencing a wide range of behavioral, emotional, and interpersonal issues. My approach is collaborative, genuine, research-informed, and is designed to meet the unique needs of clients.

Taking a step towards healing can be daunting! I aim to provide an authentic therapeutic space throughout the client’s journey. I am passionate about helping clients heal from past experiences, as well as current stressors and other obstacles. I support clients in discovering their true self to best validate their needs, goals, and values. I also encourage clients to engage in mindfulness exercises, yoga, journaling, and other practices to increase grounding, resilience, and enhance the client’s overall well-being.

Waypoint Wellness Center was founded in 2015 and offers individual, family, and couples psychotherapy as well as medication management in a welcoming, private practice setting. In addition, Waypoint offers psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational testing. Our providers utilize evidence-based approaches such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT ( Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to provide therapy and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. We have offices in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Linthicum and provide telehealth services.

Are you struggling with anxiety, ADHD, ASD, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia or another diagnosis? I recognize that therapy can be challenging, I place a high value on creating a welcoming atmosphere that promotes growth and makes you feel comfortable as we navigate life's stressors together no matter the diagnosis. If you are motivated to make positive changes in your life, I will use mindfulness based strategies to guide you in the path toward affirmative change.