Trauma Focused Therapists in Annapolis, MD

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.

Bay Area Christian Counseling Center is located in Annapolis, Maryland. Our counselors are believers and followers of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All of our counselors are professionally trained at the Master's or Doctoral degree level and licensed through the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as psychologists, professional counselors or social workers. Our goal is to provide sound professional mental health and counseling services, rooted in Biblical truth and ethics, for the Christian community and the community at large.

I strongly believe in empowering individuals and families to make meaningful changes in their lives. I enter into partnerships with clients, jointly develop treatment plans to address their individual goals and move towards positive changes. Adapting treatment modalities to address the specific needs of my clients, I provide highly professional, caring, and personalized psychological services to promote well-being and growth.

Has your teenager been struggling with anxiety, depression, a negative past experience or stress related to school? Have you felt overwhelmed, discouraged or frustrated while trying to cope with the demands of raising a teenager? Has it seemed as though you've tried all you can and you still don't have the answers? Do you feel out of options or as though you don't know what to do anymore?

Are you interested in practical approaches to the issues you are confronting? With over thirty years experience as a practicing psychologist in hospitals, schools, and private settings, I bring a broad base of training to the care of clients, including a brain focus from the perspective of a neuropsychologist. Work with parents is problem-focused. Direct treatment with children and adolescents is aimed at supporting continuity in development. Assessment and treatment of adults is provided from a life-span developmental perspective. A trauma-focused psychological perspective assures that road blocks to growth are addressed.

I specialize in counseling for the Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, ages 15 and up. I am fluent in American Sign Language. I also provide counseling to Children of Deaf Adults and ASL interpreters. Sometimes life presents challenges which may impact your emotional well being. As a therapist with more than 28 years of experience, I can help you work through those challenges, whether it may be coping with depression, anxiety, or other life issues. Together, we can develop solutions to help you get back on track and regain hope in your life.

Accepting new clients. Welcome! Congratulations on taking the courageous first step of seeking out a therapist. It is an act of bravery and courage to explore what is impacting you or your child. A main focus of my approach is to create a safe and welcoming environment where each individual feels comfortable being themselves as we maneuver the therapeutic process together. Contacting a therapist can feel intimidating and overwhelming, but I hope you will take a minute (and maybe a few deep breaths) to email or call and see how I can help.

I have worked for 40 years with people who want to find balance in their lives and who have inner turmoil and conflict in relationships, work and mind and body. I tailor our work toward the uniqueness of each individual in my practice. I utilize comprehensive Energy Psychology, other various therapeutic approaches and traditional approaches including talk therapy to treat traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks and phobias, addictive cravings and women's developmental issues including history of sex abuse or violence, chronic pain, allergies, especially when they are memory related held in the body having evolved into physical symptoms.

Starting therapy can be an intimidating, but life changing decision. My goal is to foster an authentic, individualized, & judgment-free relationship, no matter who you are or where you're at in life. Whether you are brand new to therapy, or have been in therapy for years & need something new, I'm here to support you from session one. When working together, I'll combine traditional talk therapy with an integrated health approach. What this means is, as we explore what brings you in each week, we'll also talk about ALL aspects of your health like quality of sleep, chronic pain, work life, finances, & all things that affect wellbeing.

During my 26 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.

I am currently accepting NEW clients, with immediate 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.

The ideal client may be struggling with depression and anxiety issues. He/she may suffer from panic attacks or PTSD. He/she may be dealing with unresolved issues from a past traumatic event, or dealing with difficult relationships within their family, or suffering from the loss of a loved one. He/she may struggle in establishing and/or maintaining relationships. The perspective client may be feeling alone and simply in need of a neutral ear or voice in a safe space. This individual may be a father dealing with coparenting issues or a woman seeking a male perspective. He/she may be dealing with issues related to race and culture.

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.

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.