Optum Therapists in Baltimore, MD

*Not accepting new patients at this time.* Since I was a child, I always knew that I was called to be in the helping field. I followed my passion and began teaching 10 years ago after graduating from Hampton University. While teaching, I earned my master's degree from Johns Hopkins University in Counseling. After years of teaching, leading an education department, and School Counseling, I transitioned into my role as a Mental Health Therapist.

Darby Associates is a psychotherapeutic organization that provides counseling services to adults, teens, and families from all walks of life. We are conveniently located in Northeast Baltimore City. Some services and insurances may require a longer wait due to staffing and credentialing.

I feel honored to work with people navigating challenging life transitions, working through trauma, and coping with depression and anxiety.

Therapist for Moms with anxiety and depression trying to balance a career and motherhood. Are you a mom, working a demanding job, trying to build a successful career or a successful business? You are constantly overstimulated trying to divide your attention between children and their needs and reply to emails. Are you doubting your decision or the ability to "have it all"? Are you battling mom/wife guilt, lacking or not prioritizing self care, and harboring a little resentment? I get it and I can help.

I have worked with the LGBTQ+ population in different capacities for the last three decades, and have interest in seeing our community/communities succeed. I also I specialize in men's struggles, rights, and needs to grow, express and experience happiness. Anyone who identifies as male is welcome to set an appointment. I also see patients who identify as female, and teenagers of all genders.

Modern relationships are HARD. It’s a struggle to find the right person OR to wonder if your current partner is possibly the wrong person. It’s tough when you feel burned by or totally confused about your path. Maybe you’ve even made choices or overlooked things you now regret. Or, maybe it’s a relationship with a boss or coworkers who undervalue you or play favorites with others. Your work ethic and good ideas have long taken a backseat to putting out fires or just avoiding things way more than you should. You’re past thinking that life’s fair. But, you never thought that things could go THIS wrong or get under your skin THIS much.

Do you grapple with an unshakeable sense of discontentment, feeling that something vital is missing in life? Do you recognize a void within yourself despite your achievements that is driving you to seek therapy? Do you seek to unravel the complexities of your identity, motivations, and desires, hoping to uncover the root cause of your dissatisfaction? You may want to address surface-level issues and embark on a journey of self-exploration and understanding. I specialize in anxiety, depression, college mental health, ADHD, and life transitions, making me equipped to address a wide range of concerns.

I have been licensed since 2003 and am a proactive, goal-oriented therapist. I work with you to design a life in which you feel empowered to build upon your strengths. We work together to help you overcome roadblocks from the past and hurdles that seem too hard to jump alone.

Life can be full of challenges and making the decision to seek help is a big first step on your journey to wellness. Wellness is not an absence of problems, but it is a process that helps us become more aware and make choices for a healthy fulfilling life.

Are you struggling with anxiety? Having strong feelings from work difficulties or a loss? Regret, anger can come from many changes in our lives, such as job stress, aging, death of a loved one, caregiver burnout, or a sudden illness. With new stressors and increased demands, many people struggle with how to cope. Lori Seraphin will help you regain your sense of joy and peace. Please refer to her website, Seraphintherapy.com for more information. Or to set up a consultation video chat, go to Hello Alma.com and put her name under provider search. Once you are on her page, you are able to make an appointment for a consult.

At some point, everyone has experienced some sort of emotional distress whether it be the illness or death of a loved one, the pain of a divorce, a traumatic experience from childhood, or even the demands of everyday life. If you're thinking you may need some help to get through something new or something from the past, you're probably right. I want to help. I am extremely dedicated to helping my clients heal, improve their lives, and reach their own personal goals.

My ideal client will seek assistance in transitioning from current and past negative experiences that may be impacting your ability to move on without the pains and uncontrollable symptoms of emotional distress. Is mental illness preventing you from enjoying healthy living and causing self defeating thoughts and patterns of poor mental health functioning. ? Call now , help is available. You don’t have to face life alone.

Hi, I'm Richeal! I believe that the most vital aspect of therapy is a trusting relationship between the client and therapist. My strength is being able to make people feel comfortable to share their stories. I strive to provide a comfortable, open, non-judgmental, and safe environment for all of my clients. By building a strong therapist-client alliance, we will work together in developing the psychological tools needed to support you in your healing journey! If you are motivated to see progress in yourself, please do not hesitate to reach out at any time!

Melissa Powell is a License Certified Social Worker-Clinical in the state of Maryland. She has worked over 16+years in the child welfare and mental health field. She is a native of Baltimore, MD, and a graduate of Annapolis High School.

Our thoughts and emotions are just a fraction of who we are. Connecting with yourself and your values can help you observe and navigate these emotions and thoughts while enjoying life and living well.

I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will work towards your well-being, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-discovery. Your journey is unique, my role is to support you every step of the way. With a focus on strengths-based therapy, I specialize in addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I aim to empower you to navigate life's challenges with resilience and to facilitate positive, lasting change.

Welcome! Many individuals seek the support of therapy at some point in their lives. The assistance of a skilled and caring therapist can have many benefits. While these benefits may vary, just beginning the process can help ease some of the isolation we all can feel. My mission is to assist my clients with recognizing their innate strengths and build resilience through the use of integrated therapeutic approaches, which include but are not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, goal-oriented therapy and trauma-informed care.

Life can be relentless and present challenges that feel overwhelming. It takes strength to ask for help and courage to become vulnerable with someone new. I recognize this and will work at your pace to form a trusting relationship with you where you can feel safe, validated, and respected. I have experience working with teens and adults who find themselves worrying about the future or things they cannot control. I have worked with people who are processing past hurtful and stressful life events so they can find a sense of strength and security in the present. I enjoy helping people see their worth so their self-talk transforms.

Currently accepting clients. EVENING and WEEKEND appointments available. Do you feel like anxiety is taking control of your life? Is panic becoming a part of your day to day life? Do you desire work/life balance but feel it is out of your reach? Do you put so much into your relationships and feel like you don't get anything out of them?