Anxiety Therapists in Loyola, Baltimore, MD

Nicole works with individuals to help them identify their strengths, and uses behavioral and experiential approaches to move towards their goals. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered therapy to help her clients find their inner strengths for continued growth. She has training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that allows her to incorporate and teach her clients skills to improve and maintain their social, emotional well-being. Nicole is also experienced in using games and play with children to help them reach their own goals.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety , Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and related conditions. Anxiety , OCD, and related symptoms have been the full focus of my clinical work and research for more than 12 years. Before starting my practice, I co-directed the Anxiety and OCD Clinics at Johns Hopkins, and directed the cognitive-behavioral therapy training program for the Hopkins psychiatry residents. Prior to this, I worked at the Menninger OCD Program providing intensive treatment for anxiety and OCD.

With 20+ years providing mental health services in a variety of settings, I have the experience and flexibility to meet clients needs, even those with challenging situations or illness. I have a special interest working with adults who are experiencing a first episode of mental illness, as with early expert care and connection to available supportive services, recovery and quality of life are maximized. I am knowledgeable about Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Depression and Anxiety . I have an interest working to maximize clients' health across dimensions (physical, social, relationships) as these contribute to one's wellness.

Do you feel that your life is not going the way you want? Are your relationships characterized by ongoing conflict and distance? Through therapy, I will help you be a more effective person and enjoy healthier relationships. Or, do you feel anxious most of the time and worried that something bad is going to happen? I can help you learn to manage your anxiety and create a calmer life for yourself. If it is time for you to make changes, I can teach you skills and provide the support you need to move forward.

I personally believe therapy is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. The hardest part can be making the first call to get help. It’s time to put YOU first and start living a more mindful and connected life. I am an individual and family therapist who works with children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults.

I often support children experiencing behavioral concerns, challenges with independent sleep, and anxiety . I find young child treatment is most exciting and productive when parents participate in live coaching and lead child practice between sessions. I also specialize in supporting teens and adults as they manage life’s transtions and develop skills for addressing anxiety -related challenges. My individual therapy patients learn to identify opportunities for change and flexible frameworks to use in a variety of situations. I enjoy working with teen and adult patients who are eager to take what they learn and make it their own.

"It is my goal as a therapist to provide a safe and supportive environment for others so they may achieve personal well-being and productive relationships on the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual levels. I believe that through the healing of psychological and emotional wounds, each person has the potential and freedom to maintain positive self-acceptance and self-definition. I rejoice in helping individuals, couples and families bring greater meaning and satisfaction to their lives."

I treat children, adolescents, and young adults. I understand that while young children (ages 2-7) are often interested in making a change, they are not yet prepared, from a developmental perspective, to navigate therapy and emotional impulses on their own. I am expert in several treaments that support parents in facilitating child practice of skills both live and between sessions. I also enjoy working with older children, adolescents, and young adults facing life transtions or experiencing anxiety . When providing individual therapy, I especially enjoy working with those who are change-oriented and actively engaged in our sessions.

In my practice, I work with adults and older adolescents facing challenges such as eating disorders, depression and anxiety , as well as a variety of other mental health concerns. Research shows that an authentic and caring therapeutic relationship, coupled with evidence based treatments, provides a strong foundation for success. My approach to therapy is integrative, collaborative and individualized. My goal is to help you determine what is causing and maintaining current problems and how to make necessary changes in thoughts, feelings and behaviors, leading to enduring change and resulting in greater health and happiness.

If you are ready for change in your life and are willing to do the work, then there is hope. I offer a safe, judgment-free environment, where you can feel comfortable to be yourself.

My goal is to enable you to make meaningful changes in your life that free you from inner conflict. Difficult relationships can seem insurmountable, however, gaining insight into yourself and others can breathe new light into a relationship. I can teach you breathing, mindfulness exercises, meditation and energy psychology to help reduce your anxiety and nurture yourself in times of stress. I use EMDR therapy to alleviate physical and emotional residuals of personal and family trauma. If interested, we can explore how Buddhist concepts dovetail with psychotherapy. Please contact me by email to schedule an appointment or consultation

We all experience difficulties at some point in our lives, and we each can benefit from additional support, whether for a specific situation or in resolving a longer term issue. I believe that one of the most important elements of effective therapy is the development of a safe, trusting relationship between therapist and client. Through genuine and respectful connection, we create the environment in which true healing can occur. By promoting insight, increased awareness, and self-compassion, I will support you in living the life of value that you deserve.

Each of us has the capacity to integrate our most difficult experiences with a fundamental desire to change. I specialize in working with women in their mid-20s to mid-40s who are struggling with stress, depression, and anxiety : women who know what it's like to maintain a well-polished exterior while keeping parts of themselves hidden and are overwhelmed by the continual effort this requires. I believe that there are no "good" parts or "bad" parts, only parts that long to be heard; and that when we are at our best, these parts function in harmony.

Things seem relatively fine for you on the outside, yet you keep finding yourself feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety . You're often on the lookout for what might go wrong around the corner and tired of being caught up in worry. You're worrying about the future, the past, and about what other people think of you. On top of all that, you're judging yourself for being this way. It's exhausting! You know that worrying and getting overwhelmed easily isn't working, but you're not sure what else to do. Fortunately, anxiety is so workable, and there are plenty of ways to stop it from getting in the way of your life.

I believe that psychotherapy is most effective when it is strengths-based: identifying and nourishing each individual's inner strengths in order to help them heal and develop new capacities for growth. Using mindfulness and body-aware techniques, as well as gentle mental exploration and traditional psychotherapy, I see my work as guiding individuals to unlock their own innate capacity to heal.

I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with adults and older adolescents facing anxiety , life transitions, stress and relationship issues. I help clients understand the challenges they face and make changes that improve their quality of life. In my experience, this process helps individuals develop greater self esteem, improve communication skills, feel happier and gain a sense of hope.

Now accepting new clients! I specialize in working with young adults in transitional phases. I work with people experiencing anxiety , directionlessness and disconnection. I utilize Western, more traditional modalities to address anxiety and depression, as well as Buddhist concepts and approaches to dive into topics such as lack of direction, struggling with overwhelming emotions, and creating an internal sense of calm and peace, regardless of what is happening in your family, at work, or in romantic relationships.

Dr. Kim Witkowski, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland and South Carolina with 25 years of clinical experience. Dr. Witkowski's practice is currently located at Inspirit Counseling Services, Inc. at Grace United Methodist Church in Baltimore, Md. assisting clients to resolve; trauma, anxiety , panic attacks, depression, coping improvement, mood disorders, bipolar disorders, perfectionism and work-life balance. Relationship counseling is offered to include: dating and committed relationships communication improvement, defining healthy relationships and codependency issues.

Finding solutions, achieving goals, discovering strengths, improving relationships - to reach such positive objectives, I use an integrated therapeutic approach that draws upon evidence-based treatment interventions and creative modalities tailored to the unique needs of the individual. With over 20 years of counseling experience, I work with a broad spectrum of clients and client issues: ADHD, anger management, anxiety , adolescent/parent conflicts, family therapy, couples counseling, grief and loss. To see tips on Burnout and Stress: https://youtu.be/lv86GFIacao To see couples tips, go to YouTube and search for Terrence Alspaugh.