Marriage Counseling Therapists in Annapolis, MD
I believe in a holistic approach to psychotherapy. Psychotherapy creates a safe space for wounded people to work toward healing within the security of the therapeutic relationship. I understand your problems through both clinical and spiritual perspectives. I believe that true healing and freedom come through faith in Christ Jesus so I am guided by the Holy Spirit within my clinical approach. I believe in the Biblical truth of John 8:36, "Whom the Son sets free is truly free indeed". My therapeutic practice reflects that freedom and healing are possible for all clients who are bound by psychological pain and trauma.
I believe in a holistic approach to psychotherapy. Psychotherapy creates a safe space for wounded people to work toward healing within the security of the therapeutic relationship. I understand your problems through both clinical and spiritual perspectives. I believe that true healing and freedom come through faith in Christ Jesus so I am guided by the Holy Spirit within my clinical approach. I believe in the Biblical truth of John 8:36, "Whom the Son sets free is truly free indeed". My therapeutic practice reflects that freedom and healing are possible for all clients who are bound by psychological pain and trauma.
Laura Mckenna
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CSAT-S, CCPS
10 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
I support individuals and couples on their journey to heal from childhood and relational trauma.
I’m trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. I am also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and a Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (APSATS), offering individual, couples, and group therapy for betrayed partners as part of their healing process.
I support individuals and couples on their journey to heal from childhood and relational trauma.
I’m trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. I am also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and a Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (APSATS), offering individual, couples, and group therapy for betrayed partners as part of their healing process.
Warmth, authenticity and connection, plus a little bit (sometimes a lot) of laughter are the hallmarks of my practice. I focus on establishing and maintaining a safe, trusting relationship with every client because I believe through connection there is healing. I specialize in helping clients in transition - separation, divorce, empty nesting, college-to-adulting - the major life changes where we often find ourselves questioning, doubting, or just wondering. Helping others discover their own "Ah-ha" moments is what makes me a great therapist.
Warmth, authenticity and connection, plus a little bit (sometimes a lot) of laughter are the hallmarks of my practice. I focus on establishing and maintaining a safe, trusting relationship with every client because I believe through connection there is healing. I specialize in helping clients in transition - separation, divorce, empty nesting, college-to-adulting - the major life changes where we often find ourselves questioning, doubting, or just wondering. Helping others discover their own "Ah-ha" moments is what makes me a great therapist.
I am licensed in both Washington DC and Maryland and can see clients in both locations, virtual only. I want for clients to have a safe and non-judgmental space to heal and explore their experiences to find meaning. My interest and experience is with queer topics and populations, trauma and trauma related disorders, substance abuse, psychosis and mood disorders. Every person has the internal structures to heal from trauma and stress. Together we can work towards your therapy goals (or define them) and promote emotional management and improved mental health and well-being.
I am licensed in both Washington DC and Maryland and can see clients in both locations, virtual only. I want for clients to have a safe and non-judgmental space to heal and explore their experiences to find meaning. My interest and experience is with queer topics and populations, trauma and trauma related disorders, substance abuse, psychosis and mood disorders. Every person has the internal structures to heal from trauma and stress. Together we can work towards your therapy goals (or define them) and promote emotional management and improved mental health and well-being.
I'm excited to offer couples tools and insights into improving or maintaining their relationships.
Are you feeling stuck? Maybe it's due to anxiety, a change in life circumstances, or relationship issues. Or maybe you've reached the limits of what you can figure out on your own. If you’re willing to show up, I’m here to help.
Fellow therapists, let's connect and see how I can support you (through clinical supervision for students or those working toward licensure, or for case consultation).
I'm excited to offer couples tools and insights into improving or maintaining their relationships.
Are you feeling stuck? Maybe it's due to anxiety, a change in life circumstances, or relationship issues. Or maybe you've reached the limits of what you can figure out on your own. If you’re willing to show up, I’m here to help.
Fellow therapists, let's connect and see how I can support you (through clinical supervision for students or those working toward licensure, or for case consultation).
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families towards positive transformations.
Together we wil explore personal challenges, gain insight and develop strategies for growth and change. Our sessions provide a supportive environment where we can work to resolve conflict, rebuild trust, and work towards more fulfilling relationships. I will work with you to foster self-awareness, resilience, and empowerment.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families towards positive transformations.
Together we wil explore personal challenges, gain insight and develop strategies for growth and change. Our sessions provide a supportive environment where we can work to resolve conflict, rebuild trust, and work towards more fulfilling relationships. I will work with you to foster self-awareness, resilience, and empowerment.
I've been providing evidence-based therapy services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families for over 25 years.
My ideal client is anyone who is seeking to make positive changes in their life. I am an active therapist who collaborates with my clients. I believe in research about "what works". I also believe it is my job as a therapist to adapt my approach based on the needs of each client. Given my extensive background in couples, family and parenting work, I bring a wholistic approach to working with my individual clients. I am compassionate, hard working, and determined to help you assess the root causes because I believe a good understanding of the problem leads to a good understanding of the solution!
I've been providing evidence-based therapy services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families for over 25 years.
My ideal client is anyone who is seeking to make positive changes in their life. I am an active therapist who collaborates with my clients. I believe in research about "what works". I also believe it is my job as a therapist to adapt my approach based on the needs of each client. Given my extensive background in couples, family and parenting work, I bring a wholistic approach to working with my individual clients. I am compassionate, hard working, and determined to help you assess the root causes because I believe a good understanding of the problem leads to a good understanding of the solution!
Answered Prayers Therapeutic Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PMHNP, LMFT, LCPC, LSW
Annapolis, MD 21401
Full service outpatient behavioral health clinic that provides psychotherapy, couples therapy, and medication management.
You’ve Tried Holding It Together. It’s Not Working.
Let’s be brutally honest:
Your arguments are getting louder—or colder.
Your anxiety is running the show.
Your depression is eating entire days.
Your teen is slipping away.
Your past trauma is leaking into the present in ways you swore it wouldn’t.
And still, you’re trying to “handle it.”
To be strong.
To not make it a big deal.
But it IS a big deal.
And you know it.
We’re the therapy practice people call when everything is spiraling.
Stop the Spiral...Book Now!
Full service outpatient behavioral health clinic that provides psychotherapy, couples therapy, and medication management.
You’ve Tried Holding It Together. It’s Not Working.
Let’s be brutally honest:
Your arguments are getting louder—or colder.
Your anxiety is running the show.
Your depression is eating entire days.
Your teen is slipping away.
Your past trauma is leaking into the present in ways you swore it wouldn’t.
And still, you’re trying to “handle it.”
To be strong.
To not make it a big deal.
But it IS a big deal.
And you know it.
We’re the therapy practice people call when everything is spiraling.
Stop the Spiral...Book Now!
I am a psychotherapist working with adults and couples, ages 19 and older.
My diversified experience in working for private and not-for-profit agencies has allowed me to broaden the scope of my knowledge of individual hardships and associated needs. I utilize this experience in working with the client in formulating a goal-oriented and precise treatment plan for their particular situation.
I am a psychotherapist working with adults and couples, ages 19 and older.
My diversified experience in working for private and not-for-profit agencies has allowed me to broaden the scope of my knowledge of individual hardships and associated needs. I utilize this experience in working with the client in formulating a goal-oriented and precise treatment plan for their particular situation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated by patterns that seem to repeat no matter how much effort they put in. You may function well on the outside while feeling emotionally disconnected, uncertain, or exhausted underneath it all.
I offer a supportive and thoughtful space to slow things down and make sense of what is happening beneath the surface. Together, we explore emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and internal experiences that may be shaping how you show up in your life, often without conscious awareness.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated by patterns that seem to repeat no matter how much effort they put in. You may function well on the outside while feeling emotionally disconnected, uncertain, or exhausted underneath it all.
I offer a supportive and thoughtful space to slow things down and make sense of what is happening beneath the surface. Together, we explore emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and internal experiences that may be shaping how you show up in your life, often without conscious awareness.
Hello, I'm Ashley, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Counselor in Maryland. With 14 years of experience in various roles, including working in schools, as a family services worker, crisis worker, and individual therapist, I've had the privilege of helping individuals from all walks of life. My journey also includes working as an Addiction Counselor in outpatient and jail settings, where I've supported individuals with co-occurring disorders, victims of child abuse and trauma, incarcerated individuals, and families in kinship and foster care.
Hello, I'm Ashley, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addiction Counselor in Maryland. With 14 years of experience in various roles, including working in schools, as a family services worker, crisis worker, and individual therapist, I've had the privilege of helping individuals from all walks of life. My journey also includes working as an Addiction Counselor in outpatient and jail settings, where I've supported individuals with co-occurring disorders, victims of child abuse and trauma, incarcerated individuals, and families in kinship and foster care.
I also value marriage and the family and want to help couples work through their issues and see them grow in their ability to communicate and resolve the conflicts that are bound to happen in relationships.
I love this quote from Leslie Vernick. " Marriage is a relationship where two people make promises and commitments. When one breaks his or her promise or is faithless, the relationship fractures. The good news is that the fracture can be healed through confession, personal repentance, and forgiveness."
I also value marriage and the family and want to help couples work through their issues and see them grow in their ability to communicate and resolve the conflicts that are bound to happen in relationships.
I love this quote from Leslie Vernick. " Marriage is a relationship where two people make promises and commitments. When one breaks his or her promise or is faithless, the relationship fractures. The good news is that the fracture can be healed through confession, personal repentance, and forgiveness."
Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, especially when you’ve spent a lot of time managing and navigating everyday stressors on your own. I can understand the struggle to ask for help in environments where strength is often measured by how much you can handle. My goal is to create a space where you can take a breath, slow down, and reconnect with what truly supports you, not just what keeps you going. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity. You can expect a non-judgmental space centered on honesty, warmth, and partnership as we explore what’s working, what’s not, and what feels stuck.
Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, especially when you’ve spent a lot of time managing and navigating everyday stressors on your own. I can understand the struggle to ask for help in environments where strength is often measured by how much you can handle. My goal is to create a space where you can take a breath, slow down, and reconnect with what truly supports you, not just what keeps you going. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity. You can expect a non-judgmental space centered on honesty, warmth, and partnership as we explore what’s working, what’s not, and what feels stuck.
I specialize in treating adolescents, adults and couples experiencing a variety of issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, maladaptive behavioral habits (i.e., anger, eating disorders, fears etc...), difficulty coping with medical illness, life transition and stress management.
Whether you are experiencing a recent difficulty or a long-standing challenge, therapy is a terrific opportunity for healing and self-growth. My therapy with you will focus on addressing your concerns, needs and significant stressors in your life in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment so you may begin to feel more in control of your life and relationships.
I specialize in treating adolescents, adults and couples experiencing a variety of issues including, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, maladaptive behavioral habits (i.e., anger, eating disorders, fears etc...), difficulty coping with medical illness, life transition and stress management.
Whether you are experiencing a recent difficulty or a long-standing challenge, therapy is a terrific opportunity for healing and self-growth. My therapy with you will focus on addressing your concerns, needs and significant stressors in your life in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment so you may begin to feel more in control of your life and relationships.
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Becoming a mother turns your world upside-down. A baby literally changes everything-your body, your relationships, your identity. Sometimes, it feels like you are lost in sleepless nights, constant feedings, and the anxiety of how to do this parenting thing "right." As a mom of 2, I understand that feeling in my bones...and I can help guide you out of the confusion, self-doubt, and worry.
Now Accepting BCBS!
Becoming a mother turns your world upside-down. A baby literally changes everything-your body, your relationships, your identity. Sometimes, it feels like you are lost in sleepless nights, constant feedings, and the anxiety of how to do this parenting thing "right." As a mom of 2, I understand that feeling in my bones...and I can help guide you out of the confusion, self-doubt, and worry.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns.
I have specialized training in CBT, DBT, and evidence-based couple and family therapy. Before opening my practice, I served as Associate Director at a child psychology clinic at Kennedy Krieger Institute and was faculty Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. I continue to teach doctoral-level coursework.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns.
I have specialized training in CBT, DBT, and evidence-based couple and family therapy. Before opening my practice, I served as Associate Director at a child psychology clinic at Kennedy Krieger Institute and was faculty Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. I continue to teach doctoral-level coursework.
Brianna Luna Pendleton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Annapolis, MD 21401
As a PhD clinical depth psychologist and pastoral counselor, I am skilled at identifying underlying patterns of behavior that contribute to self-defeating ways of living. If you are tired of repeating patterns of behavior and disturbed by chronic symptoms that interfere with work, love relationships, intimacy, physical health, and spiritual wellness than you are ready to begin a journey of healing and recovery. Depression, anxiety, overwhelming stress, re-occuring dreams, traumatic memories, and difficulty with intimacy are symptoms I am best suited to treat.
As a PhD clinical depth psychologist and pastoral counselor, I am skilled at identifying underlying patterns of behavior that contribute to self-defeating ways of living. If you are tired of repeating patterns of behavior and disturbed by chronic symptoms that interfere with work, love relationships, intimacy, physical health, and spiritual wellness than you are ready to begin a journey of healing and recovery. Depression, anxiety, overwhelming stress, re-occuring dreams, traumatic memories, and difficulty with intimacy are symptoms I am best suited to treat.
With 25 years of experience and a background in clinical social work, I offer Maryland Bar Association-trained mediation and solution-focused support tailored to you and your partner.
Susan Buckingham, Mediator and Co-parenting Coordinator/ Coach , envisions her ideal client as someone struggling with divorce, child custody, and visitation with complex emotional turmoil, perhaps stemming from interpersonal conflicts, traumatic experiences, or challenging life transitions. These individuals seek resolution, understanding. In the process of divorce, their issues may include unresolved trauma, communication breakdowns, or navigating difficult relationships. Their needs revolve around finding a safe space to express themselves, gain perspective, and work towards solutions that honor their well-being and dignity.
With 25 years of experience and a background in clinical social work, I offer Maryland Bar Association-trained mediation and solution-focused support tailored to you and your partner.
Susan Buckingham, Mediator and Co-parenting Coordinator/ Coach , envisions her ideal client as someone struggling with divorce, child custody, and visitation with complex emotional turmoil, perhaps stemming from interpersonal conflicts, traumatic experiences, or challenging life transitions. These individuals seek resolution, understanding. In the process of divorce, their issues may include unresolved trauma, communication breakdowns, or navigating difficult relationships. Their needs revolve around finding a safe space to express themselves, gain perspective, and work towards solutions that honor their well-being and dignity.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.