Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Baltimore, MD

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Nicholas A. L. Etheridge
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
I do therapy backwards. I help people first find acceptance of what's challenging them, and focus on making that feeling of discomfort feel safe. I believe that allowing the experience of the full range of human emotions is key to reclaiming and strengthening our emotional resiliency. We can accept the presence of discomfort and feel joy, while identifying and making changes based on who we want to be or know we are. My therapy practice is based in an understanding of the nervous system, mindfulness, and the ways we all experience and react to trauma and distress.
(443) 665-0577
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Baltimore, MD 21214
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Joseph De Marco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am certified in cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT ).
I am currently accepting new patients. What do you need right now? It can be hard to identify our feelings and to sit with our emotions. It can be challenging to move forward when we feel trapped by our past.
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Baltimore, MD 21231
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Brittany Trexler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Sex, desires, attraction can sometimes be complicated and confusing. I'm here to help you move to a place of finding those topics exciting, fun, fulfilling! We get so many limiting and restrictive messages about sex and relationships that can cause shame or frustration. Let's unpack some of those messages to learn how you might experience more acceptance and joy in your sexuality and sexual or romantic relationships. Whether you're a single person, couple, or polycule there's so much we can work on together to improve things! You can be yourself and have the relationships and encounters you long for.
(410) 941-6039
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Baltimore, MD 21211
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'mira' Mary Elizabeth Tessman
Counselor, MA, LCPC, RYT-500, C-IAYT
Verified
Verified
Learning to live in present moment awareness empowers you to embrace all of your life in each unfolding moment with greater acceptance , aliveness, and peace.
Beneath all of our disappointments, losses, and heartbreaks, we all want to be valued for who we are, accepted for how we feel, and respected for what we think. I will encourage you to cultivate present moment awareness and self-compassion for the painful difficulties, challenging life circumstances, and to the inner narrative that keeps you stuck in habitual patterns of reacting. While fear and doubt may obscure your perspective, we will work together to help you develop strength-based skills and capacities for moving through challenges. I will help you access your inner wisdom for cultivating trust, balance, clarity, & connection.
(410) 881-0233
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Baltimore, MD 21210
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Jess Nesbitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Together we will draw on theories that make the most sense to you and your goals whether that’s mindfulness, harm reduction, anti-oppressive theories, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, and/or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I believe we all need connection, kindness, and a non-judgmental space to show up in all our complexity. Many people look to therapy because we want something to be different: our moods, health, relationships with ourselves, others, and/or substances. Perhaps you’re looking to therapy because you need a little extra support in getting by, navigating a change like pregnancy or gender transition, or a loss. I believe change, growth, and fulfillment can happen when we feel seen and affirmed. As a therapist, I am collaborative, curious, thoughtful, eclectic. Above all, I trust you as the best expert in your own life.
(410) 648-9605
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Baltimore, MD 21214
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Tamara Van Newkirk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I offer therapy that is active, strengths-based and collaborative and use an integrative approach with a focus of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and EMDR Therapy.
We all have our struggles and experience the pain and hardships that are a part of life. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief or a reaction to a traumatic event or perhaps you are simply hoping to feel happier, more connected and more present in your life. Psychotherapy can help you create a meaningful life by enhancing coping skills, clarifying values and purpose, increasing your ability to handle difficult thoughts and emotions and cultivating wisdom, insight and self-compassion.
(410) 656-6085
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Baltimore, MD 21211
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Chelsea Moreau
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Taking an eclectic and client-centered approach, I pull from CBT, ACT , Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed models to help facilitate meaningful growth.
Whether you’re coming to therapy for the first time or returning for one of life’s many reasons, my goal for each client is to gain a better sense of themselves so that they can meaningfully engage in their lives. I believe that the best predictor of successful outcomes is an environment that fosters growth through inclusivity, support, and openness.
(410) 346-9400
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Baltimore, MD 21214
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Lindsay Glaeser
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor who has over 15 years of experience working with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, complicated grief, relationship stressors, self-esteem issues, and more. My priority is the therapeutic relationship. I am a compassionate listener and have an easy way of connecting with others. I pull from a variety of modalities, including CBT, DBT, and ACT psychotherapies. I am currently providing in-person and virtual therapy sessions.
(410) 583-8892
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Baltimore, MD 21210
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Amy Kirby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
We’ll work together to increase self- acceptance , improve your relationships, and build self-worth.
I’m passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ people who want to improve their lives, work through deeper issues, and live authentically. As a non-binary and queer clinician, I know exactly how essential it is to have a safe, affirming space to do this work. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and collaborative and my clinical specialties include exploration of gender expression, identity, or transition, sexuality, relationships and attachment, and neurodivergent identities. If you are struggling with feelings of shame, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, or experiencing discrimination or oppression - you are absolutely not alone.
(410) 413-3511
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Baltimore, MD 21214
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Adam J. Freitag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I also have experience in play therapy for all ages, SFT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and use the Gottman approach with couples.
There comes a time when all of us need help finding the path forward. Sometimes we need a "reality check." Sometimes we just need someone to listen without judgment. Regardless of what therapist you decide on, you deserve nothing less than the latest treatment models backed by rigorous research. For years, I have helped clients from all walks of life bringing a wide range of challenges, including difficulties with productivity, impulsivity, extreme mood changes, anxiety, marriage/relationship problems, and more. I treat adults, couples, and families, and maintain a safe space to openly discuss gender identity and sexual orientation.
(667) 206-3815
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Baltimore, MD 21211
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Karen M Hillman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I align myself with the Autistic self-advocacy and acceptance movements.
Feeling “stuck,” is often the reason for seeking therapy: feeling stuck in relationships or relational patterns, in grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and more. You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood or unseen. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, compassionate, and affirming space for individuals who are looking to create change or find a sense of peace in their lives.
(443) 730-5940
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Baltimore, MD 21210
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Dawn Blais
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use an integrative approach combining trauma-informed, client-centered talk therapy together with somatic and mindfulness techniques ( ACT ).
Do you often feel stuck in repetitive thought patterns or behaviors? Are you often anxious, nervous, reactive or frozen/unable to make changes that allow you to be more present to yourself and your life? I offer a safe and nurturing space for those seeking to understand and integrate the symptoms of heightened stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. I strive to help my clients understand the effects trauma and stress can have on the mind and body. We work together to help you recover from past and present difficult experiences to find more meaning, sense of contentment, and ability to create the life that you are seeking.
(443) 464-1254
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Baltimore, MD 21209
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Kelly Keys
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you and/or your child open to the challenging and vulnerable, but beautiful journey that is exploring/bettering overall mental health? If so, you've come to the -not-so- perfect place! I most enjoy working with clients who can appreciate humor and straight-forwardness, as I often approach the therapeutic relationship with authenticity and acceptance as well as the mindset of embracing imperfection. I specialize in individual and family therapy focusing on ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress/trauma for individuals under the age of 30 :)
(443) 972-5862
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Baltimore, MD 21230
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Lida Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MS, MSW
Verified
Verified
I use an integrated approach that draws from several different methodologies, including ACT , CBT, mindfulness and trauma focused.
The decision to begin therapy and the process of finding a therapist can be challenging, but ultimately extremely rewarding. I am an experienced therapist who understands that the most powerful things in life are often the simplest: to listen attentively, whole-heartedly, and with openness and compassion. I am committed to creating a safe, comforting space where you feel free to be yourself.
(410) 559-9629
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Baltimore, MD 21224
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Evan P Steinhorst
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCPT
Verified
Verified
Grounding my approach in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, I work collaboratively with my clients to promote their holistic wellbeing.
Let’s face it, life has a tendency to wear us all down--be it the death of a loved one, illness, traumatic experiences, or even just the demands of everyday life. As a result, we might find ourselves plagued by chronic stress, anxiety, or depression. Perhaps you find yourself feeling hopeless, trapped, or isolated. Maybe you’ve felt as though you've been merely surviving life, instead of actually living it. If so, know that you are not alone, and change is possible! I’m extremely passionate and dedicated to helping my clients heal, improve their lives, and reach their personal goals.
(667) 200-1295
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Baltimore, MD 21201
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Emily Swoveland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
While I tend to have an eclectic approach as a therapist, I am influenced by mindfulness, CBT, and ACT .
Do you feel stuck? Do you feel like you no longer recognize yourself? Have depression, anxiety, illness, or life stressors made it difficult to be true to yourself or live an authentic life? Through therapy, you can learn to break free of patterns that are keeping you stuck. You will learn to ride the waves of change that are an inevitable part of life. You will build your ability to recognize what can and cannot be changed, and learn to sit with difficult emotions. You will develop the skill to respond skillfully when life does not go according to plan, and will gain the confidence to create a life built around your values.
(833) 404-0719
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Baltimore, MD 21202
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Rachael Spenadel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I will act as a guide to help steer you towards the life you want and deserve, rather than the life you have been told you should want.
Please note I am currently accepting new telehealth clients, but only for the specific time slots that follow: Weekly Availability: Tuesday 11am and 3pm; Wednesday 2pm; Friday at 2pm. Bi-weekly Availability: Tuesday 2pm; Wednesday 1pm and 3pm, Thursday 9am and 1pm, Friday at 4pm. When you reach out, please specify the time(s) you are you interested in and your insurance provider. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you!
(240) 453-4029
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Baltimore, MD 21224
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Emily Yee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a trauma-informed therapist, Emily uses a blend of trauma-informed CBT, mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT ).
I believe every woman should have access to quality mental health care, at every stage of her life. I’m honored to walk with my clients on their journey. Through trauma-informed care and a mind-body approach to wellness, I offer a space where my clients can both heal and grow.
(410) 457-3396
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Baltimore, MD 21211
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Bernadette Olivia Gorman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LGSW
Verified
Verified
I utilize a collaborative approach with my clients and use principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT ), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and a trauma-informed approach.
As you encounter life and its many hurdles, you can be presented with challenging situations, transitions in life, and unforeseen circumstances. If you are struggling with the weight of anxiety, depression, burnout, or traumatic memories, it can be helpful to have the space and a person at your side to walk with you in navigating these challenges. Some of my specific clinical interests include processing and healing from religious-based trauma and coming out as LGBTQIA. I also identify as a member of the LGBTQIA community and I am licensed in both Maryland and the District of Columbia.
(202) 793-7628
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Baltimore, MD 21202
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Madison Kane
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I provide an integrative approach, drawing from CBT, ACT , mindfulness, and DBT.
Currently Accepting New Clients! I work with adults, teens, and couples with mental health concerns such as substance use and addictive disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. My therapeutic framework places empathy first where my clients and I will work to build skills that are important to their self-care and therapeutic goals. I firmly believe that you are the expert in your own experience. Therapy is a collaborative experience and I hope to work with my clients on their relationships and life challenges by helping them process their emotions and identify solutions in a supportive environment.
(410) 202-8315
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Baltimore, MD 21211
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.