Adoption Therapists in Baltimore, MD
My primary specialties include identity development, life transitions, and adoption with focus on adoptees & birth families.
LMFT: MD, TX, MI
I am a former educator and school principal turned therapist. My joy is working with all types of adults. 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.
LMFT: MD, TX, MI
I am a former educator and school principal turned therapist. My joy is working with all types of adults. 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 background includes trauma treatment, substance use treatment, and specialized support for individuals and families navigating foster care, kinship care, adoption, attachment, depression, and anxiety.
Seeking therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you have spent so much time carrying things on your own. Whether you are feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected, overwhelmed, or simply trying to understand yourself better, therapy can provide a space to pause, heal, and rebuild. I work with teens and adults using a trauma-informed and attachment-focused approach that recognizes how past experiences contribute to psychosocial stressors.
My background includes trauma treatment, substance use treatment, and specialized support for individuals and families navigating foster care, kinship care, adoption, attachment, depression, and anxiety.
Seeking therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you have spent so much time carrying things on your own. Whether you are feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected, overwhelmed, or simply trying to understand yourself better, therapy can provide a space to pause, heal, and rebuild. I work with teens and adults using a trauma-informed and attachment-focused approach that recognizes how past experiences contribute to psychosocial stressors.
Trauma, adoption, aging, addiction recovery, depression, and anxiety.
I am Elliott Driscoll, I work at The Resource Group, an outpatient therapy and psychiatric practice in Towson, MD.
I am a business professional and psychotherapist who works primarily with busy professionals facing personal or emotional challenges that impact their success. My approach focuses on practical growth and meaningful change through psychotherapy.
Successful therapy requires honesty, openness to new behaviors, and a willingness to challenge old patterns. In return, clients can expect mutual respect, confidentiality, and professionalism throughout the process.
Trauma, adoption, aging, addiction recovery, depression, and anxiety.
I am Elliott Driscoll, I work at The Resource Group, an outpatient therapy and psychiatric practice in Towson, MD.
I am a business professional and psychotherapist who works primarily with busy professionals facing personal or emotional challenges that impact their success. My approach focuses on practical growth and meaningful change through psychotherapy.
Successful therapy requires honesty, openness to new behaviors, and a willingness to challenge old patterns. In return, clients can expect mutual respect, confidentiality, and professionalism throughout the process.
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.
Family isn’t always easy. You probably love your parent, child, or family member — but the relationship has become painful, tense, or hard to navigate. Conversations turn into arguments, or just fall into silence, guilt, criticism. You’re stuck in old patterns that neither of you knows how to change. You may find yourself wondering: Why do we keep having the same fight? Why can’t they understand me? Is it even possible to have a better relationship at this point?
I work with adults and their parents or adult/adolescent children who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, and relate to each other with more honesty and respect.
Family isn’t always easy. You probably love your parent, child, or family member — but the relationship has become painful, tense, or hard to navigate. Conversations turn into arguments, or just fall into silence, guilt, criticism. You’re stuck in old patterns that neither of you knows how to change. You may find yourself wondering: Why do we keep having the same fight? Why can’t they understand me? Is it even possible to have a better relationship at this point?
I work with adults and their parents or adult/adolescent children who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, and relate to each other with more honesty and respect.
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 work with individuals, families, caregivers 12+ specializing in issues relating to complex trauma (CPTSD), developmental trauma and transracial/international adoption.
I use a combination of Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parts work (IFS), and my own lived experience to help clients regulate their nervous systems and regain a sense of internal safety. I help adopted people and their families understand the complexities of the adoption industry and impacts throughout the lifespan.
I work with individuals, families, caregivers 12+ specializing in issues relating to complex trauma (CPTSD), developmental trauma and transracial/international adoption.
I use a combination of Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parts work (IFS), and my own lived experience to help clients regulate their nervous systems and regain a sense of internal safety. I help adopted people and their families understand the complexities of the adoption industry and impacts throughout the lifespan.
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).
I also work closely with clients and families who have navigated the foster care system and/or adoption.
In addition, I support clients around attachment difficulties, relationship concerns, stress and life transitions. I utilize a person-centered approach while blending traditional therapies like CBT and ACT and helping the client connect the mind and body.
I also work closely with clients and families who have navigated the foster care system and/or adoption.
In addition, I support clients around attachment difficulties, relationship concerns, stress and life transitions. I utilize a person-centered approach while blending traditional therapies like CBT and ACT and helping the client connect the mind and body.
Are you feeling disconnected from joy, calm, or a sense of clarity—perhaps going through the motions while feeling overwhelmed, depleted, or unsure of yourself? You don’t have to navigate this on your own. Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward caring for yourself and creating real change.
In our work together, I offer a supportive, collaborative space where you can feel seen, understood, and respected. We will focus on strengthening coping skills, building self-esteem, improving emotional regulation, nurturing healthier relationships, and deepening self-care.
Are you feeling disconnected from joy, calm, or a sense of clarity—perhaps going through the motions while feeling overwhelmed, depleted, or unsure of yourself? You don’t have to navigate this on your own. Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward caring for yourself and creating real change.
In our work together, I offer a supportive, collaborative space where you can feel seen, understood, and respected. We will focus on strengthening coping skills, building self-esteem, improving emotional regulation, nurturing healthier relationships, and deepening self-care.
I believe in the power of relationship in therapy and strive to create a safe space for every person that walks through my door. Whether you are experiencing a personal, emotional, or relational challenge, it takes courage to embark on a reflective journey. Through an insight-oriented holistic approach, my focus is to support and promote autonomy in our collaborative work. I provide individual, relational/couple, and family therapy for folks 16+. I am committed to providing inclusive, sex-positive, justice-oriented, and affirming care that values and respects all clients lived experiences.
I believe in the power of relationship in therapy and strive to create a safe space for every person that walks through my door. Whether you are experiencing a personal, emotional, or relational challenge, it takes courage to embark on a reflective journey. Through an insight-oriented holistic approach, my focus is to support and promote autonomy in our collaborative work. I provide individual, relational/couple, and family therapy for folks 16+. I am committed to providing inclusive, sex-positive, justice-oriented, and affirming care that values and respects all clients lived experiences.
I am a therapist with 15 years of experience. I am licensed in the states of Maryland and Texas. I have specialized my work in the medical setting with those with chronic illnesses and have also cared for many in the LGBTQI+ community. I enjoy providing counseling to pre-teens, teens and adults. The idea of therapy is challenging for some and can feel intimidating or uncomfortable at first. I normalize this experience and I focus on meeting my clients at their comfort level. After learning each person's goals and needs, I then tailor our sessions accordingly.
I am a therapist with 15 years of experience. I am licensed in the states of Maryland and Texas. I have specialized my work in the medical setting with those with chronic illnesses and have also cared for many in the LGBTQI+ community. I enjoy providing counseling to pre-teens, teens and adults. The idea of therapy is challenging for some and can feel intimidating or uncomfortable at first. I normalize this experience and I focus on meeting my clients at their comfort level. After learning each person's goals and needs, I then tailor our sessions accordingly.
My ideal client would put as much effort as they are ready to in that moment, day, or week to continue prioritizing their mental health needs. Over time, I hope to support each person in identifying what is helpful vs. harmful to their overall well-being. I look forward to supporting individuals navigating life transitions, women's issues, those in need of validation and perspective-taking, struggling with anxiety, searching for answers and healing from traumatic experiences, feeling "stuck," and individuals hoping for support with executive functioning challenges, sensory challenges, or complex social interactions.
My ideal client would put as much effort as they are ready to in that moment, day, or week to continue prioritizing their mental health needs. Over time, I hope to support each person in identifying what is helpful vs. harmful to their overall well-being. I look forward to supporting individuals navigating life transitions, women's issues, those in need of validation and perspective-taking, struggling with anxiety, searching for answers and healing from traumatic experiences, feeling "stuck," and individuals hoping for support with executive functioning challenges, sensory challenges, or complex social interactions.
Christine believes that healing begins in a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment. She brings years of experience working across diverse settings, including special needs education, treatment foster care, young parent support programs, and community-based mental health services. This varied background has shaped her belief that every individual has unique strengths that can be nurtured to promote meaningful and lasting change.
Christine believes that healing begins in a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment. She brings years of experience working across diverse settings, including special needs education, treatment foster care, young parent support programs, and community-based mental health services. This varied background has shaped her belief that every individual has unique strengths that can be nurtured to promote meaningful and lasting change.
I am passionate for what I do. My therapeutic approach is to work collaboratively with you to expand strategies to handle the stressors of life and achieve your full potential and goals. Together we will find and tailor the best therapeutic intervention to assist you. I am a culturally sensitive therapist with ample experience working with the Latino/Hispanic community as well as the Brazilian community. I am a board approved clinical supervisor for LGPCs and for LCPCs. I have over 46 years of clinical experience and find that I am always learning.
I am passionate for what I do. My therapeutic approach is to work collaboratively with you to expand strategies to handle the stressors of life and achieve your full potential and goals. Together we will find and tailor the best therapeutic intervention to assist you. I am a culturally sensitive therapist with ample experience working with the Latino/Hispanic community as well as the Brazilian community. I am a board approved clinical supervisor for LGPCs and for LCPCs. I have over 46 years of clinical experience and find that I am always learning.
Come to therapy as you are, leave as you want to be. Everyone has a story. I show up in sessions curious about your story and empower you to rewrite it. This is done by exploring themes more in depth, understanding the layers of meanings and the complexity of your narrative. My ideal client is everyone ready to do the work, collectively. My treatment modalities are eclectic, due to my expansive background, person centered and tailored to each client's needs. Sessions are curated to be safe spaces to reach treatment goals. Goals are developed by envisioning what your life looks like after you no longer need or want therapy.
Come to therapy as you are, leave as you want to be. Everyone has a story. I show up in sessions curious about your story and empower you to rewrite it. This is done by exploring themes more in depth, understanding the layers of meanings and the complexity of your narrative. My ideal client is everyone ready to do the work, collectively. My treatment modalities are eclectic, due to my expansive background, person centered and tailored to each client's needs. Sessions are curated to be safe spaces to reach treatment goals. Goals are developed by envisioning what your life looks like after you no longer need or want therapy.
I have immediate openings. I help professionals and high achievers who have it all together on the outside but are struggling on the inside. You may be the person who others go to for support and advice, but when it's time to share your concerns, you feel like you have no where to go. This may leave you feeling anxious, frustrated, depressed, and isolated. Maybe you are in a high confidentiality career and work as a physician, healthcare professional, therapist, lawyer, executive/leader, clergy, or government employee with a high security clearance, who needs someone to talk to. You can put your trust in me.
I have immediate openings. I help professionals and high achievers who have it all together on the outside but are struggling on the inside. You may be the person who others go to for support and advice, but when it's time to share your concerns, you feel like you have no where to go. This may leave you feeling anxious, frustrated, depressed, and isolated. Maybe you are in a high confidentiality career and work as a physician, healthcare professional, therapist, lawyer, executive/leader, clergy, or government employee with a high security clearance, who needs someone to talk to. You can put your trust in me.
My name is Dominic Smith McNicholas LCSW-C, I provide individual and family mental health therapy to adults and young adults. I specialize treating trauma, immigration trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, grief, complicated grief, PTSD, Complex PTSD and life changes. I offer therapy in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish, to support people in finding meaning and purpose in life.
My name is Dominic Smith McNicholas LCSW-C, I provide individual and family mental health therapy to adults and young adults. I specialize treating trauma, immigration trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, grief, complicated grief, PTSD, Complex PTSD and life changes. I offer therapy in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish, to support people in finding meaning and purpose in life.
Over the course of our life, we often need support in overcoming personal and/or professional challenges and addressing the roadblocks that prevent us from being successful and feeling fulfilled. Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I aim to build trusting, collaborative relationships with my clients to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief, and feel empowered to make profound change.
Over the course of our life, we often need support in overcoming personal and/or professional challenges and addressing the roadblocks that prevent us from being successful and feeling fulfilled. Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I aim to build trusting, collaborative relationships with my clients to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief, and feel empowered to make profound change.
Life doesn’t always go as planned. You might be navigating the grief of a breakup, a family rift, or infertility. Maybe you’re trying to show up for others while silently struggling with anxiety, depression, or burnout.
I am a trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, C.B.T., with decades of experience helping individuals and couples reclaim their voice, restore emotional balance, and find new ways forward — even when life feels overwhelming.
Starting therapy is an act of courage — and care. Whether this is your first time seeking support or you’re returning after a break, reach out for a free 15 minute consult.
Life doesn’t always go as planned. You might be navigating the grief of a breakup, a family rift, or infertility. Maybe you’re trying to show up for others while silently struggling with anxiety, depression, or burnout.
I am a trained Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, C.B.T., with decades of experience helping individuals and couples reclaim their voice, restore emotional balance, and find new ways forward — even when life feels overwhelming.
Starting therapy is an act of courage — and care. Whether this is your first time seeking support or you’re returning after a break, reach out for a free 15 minute consult.
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- Rosedale
- Timonium
- Towson
- Windsor Mill
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.