Adoption Therapists in Baltimore, MD
My primary specialties include identity development, life transitions, and adoption with focus on adoptees & birth families.
After years in education as a college professor, teacher, and principal, my joy is working with all types of adults in all phases of adulthood. My ideal client is reflective and purposeful. My clients are typically professionals navigating life transitions, entrepreneurs balancing work and life, young adults exploring careers and learning to “adult”, adoptees of all ages discovering their identities and processing trauma, and birth/first mothers navigating grief and loss. I support my clients through reflection, trauma processing, self-discovery, and identity development so that they can embrace mental clarity live purposefully.
My primary specialties include identity development, life transitions, and adoption with focus on adoptees & birth families.
After years in education as a college professor, teacher, and principal, my joy is working with all types of adults in all phases of adulthood. My ideal client is reflective and purposeful. My clients are typically professionals navigating life transitions, entrepreneurs balancing work and life, young adults exploring careers and learning to “adult”, adoptees of all ages discovering their identities and processing trauma, and birth/first mothers navigating grief and loss. I support my clients through reflection, trauma processing, self-discovery, and identity development so that they can embrace mental clarity live purposefully.
With extensive experience in working with women and families, I have specialized in areas such as mental health, adoption, women’s issues, and reproductive health and wellness.
I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.
With extensive experience in working with women and families, I have specialized in areas such as mental health, adoption, women’s issues, and reproductive health and wellness.
I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.
My clinical areas of specialization and interests include, but are not limited to, adoption, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, and grief and loss.
I look forward to working with you, or your children, in overcoming current obstacles and life challenges. In my experience in working with adults, children, and families, they have all the strengths and resources they need within themselves, and can reach their full potential within a safe, empathic therapeutic relationship.
My clinical areas of specialization and interests include, but are not limited to, adoption, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, and grief and loss.
I look forward to working with you, or your children, in overcoming current obstacles and life challenges. In my experience in working with adults, children, and families, they have all the strengths and resources they need within themselves, and can reach their full potential within a safe, empathic therapeutic relationship.
In addition, I have experience working with children that are struggling with adoption.
My passion lies in helping children and adults. Kids may have anxiety that is taking the fun out of every day life, or may be struggling with behavioral issues as a result of tough experiences they have endured in the past. This is where I aim to help! Kids are resilient, but oftentimes therapy at a young age can help change the path for adulthood.
In addition, I have experience working with children that are struggling with adoption.
My passion lies in helping children and adults. Kids may have anxiety that is taking the fun out of every day life, or may be struggling with behavioral issues as a result of tough experiences they have endured in the past. This is where I aim to help! Kids are resilient, but oftentimes therapy at a young age can help change the path for adulthood.
I welcome all clients who are interested in working on any issues which are interfering with their own happiness, including issues of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, gender identity, and adoption/fertility related issues.
I have clinical expertise in areas including: depression, anxiety, PTSD, phase of life issues, mood/psychotic disorders, emotional states including stress, grief, and bereavement. I also have experience with coming out, trans/queer identity exploration, HIV/AIDS, sex workers, alternative relationships including open and/or poly.
I welcome all clients who are interested in working on any issues which are interfering with their own happiness, including issues of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, gender identity, and adoption/fertility related issues.
I have clinical expertise in areas including: depression, anxiety, PTSD, phase of life issues, mood/psychotic disorders, emotional states including stress, grief, and bereavement. I also have experience with coming out, trans/queer identity exploration, HIV/AIDS, sex workers, alternative relationships including open and/or poly.
I have worked with clients with adoption and acculturation challenges.
I help people overcome depression, anxiety, improve emotional regulation, improve their interpersonal relationships as well as their overall sense of well-being. Family members participate in sessions when it is needed and appropriate.
I have worked with clients with adoption and acculturation challenges.
I help people overcome depression, anxiety, improve emotional regulation, improve their interpersonal relationships as well as their overall sense of well-being. Family members participate in sessions when it is needed and appropriate.
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).
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).
It is a privilege to support my clients as they develop and use their strengths to overcome life’s challenges. I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life’s various challenges. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their emotions, process difficult experiences, and work towards healing.
It is a privilege to support my clients as they develop and use their strengths to overcome life’s challenges. I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life’s various challenges. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their emotions, process difficult experiences, and work towards healing.
Is your anger causing problems in your relationships? Or at work? Do you feel like you go from 0 to 100 in seconds? Out of control anger can get you in a lot of trouble. No doubt you’ve already experienced some of that in your life and you’d like to get a handle on it. You want to stop hurting the people you love, the people you’re friends with, the people you have to work with, but when something happens to set you off, you just can’t help blowing up. You may worry about whether one day you’re going to use up your last chance and lose your significant other, your family, your job. You need some help getting unstuck from this.
Is your anger causing problems in your relationships? Or at work? Do you feel like you go from 0 to 100 in seconds? Out of control anger can get you in a lot of trouble. No doubt you’ve already experienced some of that in your life and you’d like to get a handle on it. You want to stop hurting the people you love, the people you’re friends with, the people you have to work with, but when something happens to set you off, you just can’t help blowing up. You may worry about whether one day you’re going to use up your last chance and lose your significant other, your family, your job. You need some help getting unstuck from this.
Hello! I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland. I graduated from Thomas Jefferson University with a Master's in Community Trauma Counseling. My work primarily focuses on trauma, attachment issues and sex addiction. I support adults and couples who are struggling with relationship issues. I also support adults struggling with anxiety and depression. I believe that we all face barriers and struggles throughout our lives and we deserve to be seen, heard, and validated in these experiences. In therapy, we can help challenge and process these behaviors and experiences.
Hello! I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland. I graduated from Thomas Jefferson University with a Master's in Community Trauma Counseling. My work primarily focuses on trauma, attachment issues and sex addiction. I support adults and couples who are struggling with relationship issues. I also support adults struggling with anxiety and depression. I believe that we all face barriers and struggles throughout our lives and we deserve to be seen, heard, and validated in these experiences. In therapy, we can help challenge and process these behaviors and experiences.
Are you struggling with an overwhelming sense of stress and anxiety about a current or bad situation? Are you depressed, feeling stuck with no way out and no direction?
Are you struggling with an overwhelming sense of stress and anxiety about a current or bad situation? Are you depressed, feeling stuck with no way out and no direction?
Hello, let me introduce myself, I am Lula Moultrie Heatley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience in mental health, substance abuse, EAP, and medical social work. My journey in the field of social work began with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work, Master of Social Work, and a Master of Rehabilitation Counseling. I also hold a Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Rehabilitation from USC Medical School, and a Graduate Certificate in International EAP from The University of Maryland.Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to individuals, famili
Hello, let me introduce myself, I am Lula Moultrie Heatley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience in mental health, substance abuse, EAP, and medical social work. My journey in the field of social work began with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work, Master of Social Work, and a Master of Rehabilitation Counseling. I also hold a Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Rehabilitation from USC Medical School, and a Graduate Certificate in International EAP from The University of Maryland.Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to individuals, famili
I am currently accepting new clients! I aim to develop a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to give them a safe and empathic space to process painful emotions and experiences. I'm a licensed master social worker (LMSW) providing virtual and in person traditional talk therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I completed my Master of Social Work with a specialization in behavioral health from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Wake Forest University.
I am currently accepting new clients! I aim to develop a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to give them a safe and empathic space to process painful emotions and experiences. I'm a licensed master social worker (LMSW) providing virtual and in person traditional talk therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I completed my Master of Social Work with a specialization in behavioral health from the University of Maryland School of Social Work. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Wake Forest University.
My passion is integrating positive psychology and a person-centered approach in therapy. I am motivated to help clients who have already started their personal journey. Perhaps you have already graduated from other therapists or accomplished some of your goals but are feeling stuck in progressing to the next level. I can help you achieve a higher level of belief in yourself than you originally thought was possible. I do this by helping you challenge negative core beliefs, realize authentic life goals, and identify your unique strengths and growth areas to work toward self-actualization.
My passion is integrating positive psychology and a person-centered approach in therapy. I am motivated to help clients who have already started their personal journey. Perhaps you have already graduated from other therapists or accomplished some of your goals but are feeling stuck in progressing to the next level. I can help you achieve a higher level of belief in yourself than you originally thought was possible. I do this by helping you challenge negative core beliefs, realize authentic life goals, and identify your unique strengths and growth areas to work toward self-actualization.
Want to support your trans or nonbinary child? Looking for a therapist with some shared lived experiences but also plain old therapist experience? People who work with me say things like "I'm worried about a relationship", "Life totally sucks right now and I don't know what to do", "How do I navigate parenthood on top of everything else"?, "It's hard to find my community", "I've become a 'professional gay' which comes with its own challenges" . "I'm leaving or left an abusive relationship, maybe with a narcissist". If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it!
Want to support your trans or nonbinary child? Looking for a therapist with some shared lived experiences but also plain old therapist experience? People who work with me say things like "I'm worried about a relationship", "Life totally sucks right now and I don't know what to do", "How do I navigate parenthood on top of everything else"?, "It's hard to find my community", "I've become a 'professional gay' which comes with its own challenges" . "I'm leaving or left an abusive relationship, maybe with a narcissist". If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it!
As a psychologist/sexologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist on faculty at Johns Hopkins University, I specialize in marital sexual functioning, problematic Internet sexual behaviors, and sexual addiction and compulsivity. I also specialize in intimacy challenges for couples and individuals who are looking to improve their happiness as it is related to their relationships. Common challenges to sexual satisfaction can include internet sexual problems, infidelity, marital conflicts, low sexual desire, erection and/or arousal difficulties, premature ejaculation or orgasm difficulties, and performance and sexual anxiety.
As a psychologist/sexologist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist on faculty at Johns Hopkins University, I specialize in marital sexual functioning, problematic Internet sexual behaviors, and sexual addiction and compulsivity. I also specialize in intimacy challenges for couples and individuals who are looking to improve their happiness as it is related to their relationships. Common challenges to sexual satisfaction can include internet sexual problems, infidelity, marital conflicts, low sexual desire, erection and/or arousal difficulties, premature ejaculation or orgasm difficulties, and performance and sexual anxiety.
Amanda Menke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Not currently able to accept new clients. I firmly believe in holistic wellness and cater my practice towards helping my clients to achieve their goals. Therapy is only effective when it meets your needs and caters towards you as your own unique self. Therapy is also an expenditure when it comes to time, money and energy. I work collaboratively with my clients to ensure you receive the quality care you deserve. When we combine our strengths, we can create a well-balanced therapeutic relationship.
Not currently able to accept new clients. I firmly believe in holistic wellness and cater my practice towards helping my clients to achieve their goals. Therapy is only effective when it meets your needs and caters towards you as your own unique self. Therapy is also an expenditure when it comes to time, money and energy. I work collaboratively with my clients to ensure you receive the quality care you deserve. When we combine our strengths, we can create a well-balanced therapeutic relationship.
I view therapy as a journey that both client and therapist embark on together towards increased understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether this is your first therapeutic journey or one of many, I believe you are the expert of your own experience. Your wisdom coupled with my clinical expertise, provide the foundation for a healing connection in a therapeutic setting. I work both with individuals with diagnosable symptoms (e.g. depression, anxiety, bereavement, etc.) and less concrete emotional struggles (e.g. relational difficulties, identity exploration, life transitions, body image, etc.).
I view therapy as a journey that both client and therapist embark on together towards increased understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether this is your first therapeutic journey or one of many, I believe you are the expert of your own experience. Your wisdom coupled with my clinical expertise, provide the foundation for a healing connection in a therapeutic setting. I work both with individuals with diagnosable symptoms (e.g. depression, anxiety, bereavement, etc.) and less concrete emotional struggles (e.g. relational difficulties, identity exploration, life transitions, body image, etc.).
Do you often find yourself feeling stuck, unable to move forward in life? Anxiety and depression can make it feel impossible to achieve your goals. Therapy can help make the impossible feel possible! I help those experiencing anxiety, depression, and major life transitions make sense of the chaos and identify a path forward. If you are tired of the same stuck feeling and ready to make meaningful change, therapy may be right for you.
Do you often find yourself feeling stuck, unable to move forward in life? Anxiety and depression can make it feel impossible to achieve your goals. Therapy can help make the impossible feel possible! I help those experiencing anxiety, depression, and major life transitions make sense of the chaos and identify a path forward. If you are tired of the same stuck feeling and ready to make meaningful change, therapy may be right for you.
Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.
Hi! As a therapist, it is my privilege and passion to work with individuals to overcome challenging relationships, life stressors or transitions, and loss. I believe in a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based perspective. Through individualized treatment using an ACT approach, I work to empower clients as they take those first small intentional steps in choosing the life they want in the face of challenges or struggles. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you and provide support as we work towards personal growth and a fulfilling life that feels authentic to you.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.