Couples Counseling Therapists in Bel Air, MD

Therapy is not education or advice-giving. People are unique, so elements of therapy are tailored because healing is different for everybody. My treatment approach is an atmosphere were you can speak your mind safely, to someone who listens, listens intelligently, and cares is important. I believe a successful counseling experience depends on the therapists ability to understand and respect the unique concerns, background, and context of each patient. I am committed to achieving such an understanding in every counseling relationship .

Sometimes in life we experience a disconnect between where we want to be and where we are in our thoughts, behaviors, or relationships. I am here to help you understand yourself better so that you can begin to mindfully live life to the fullest. I specialize in working with clients through life transitions, relationship issues, family conflict, and workplace challenges. I have a passion for helping clients navigate everyday difficulties including finding balance and reducing anxiety. Additionally, I have a growing number of clients seeking to improve communication and form more meaningful connections.

With the use of a variety of evidence-based techniques, I am skilled in helping clients reconnect to existing strengths and cultivating resources that support their progress. I strive to be compassionate and responsive to each clients’ unique needs, and I value the opportunity to help clients increase self-awareness, enhance their insight, and develop coping skills. In addition, I prioritize fostering a safe and warm space for clients to share their thought processes, and I often utilize co-exploration and self-regulation techniques to guide clients soundly through thought processes that may be overwhelming and confusing.

I believe that at some point in most people's lives, therapy can be beneficial. Whether you are dealing with an unusual amount of anxiety, depression or grief related to a specific event or relationship , or you just have a general sense that these emotions have been holding you back from the kind of life and relationships you would like to have, counseling can be helpful.

Life throws a lot at us every day. Over time stressors build up, especially in our busy lives. Maybe you are having relationship problems with your spouse or partner and you don't know what to do. Maybe your teenager is doing poorly in school, acting out, or even using drugs. Perhaps you are struggling with depression, anxiety or your spirituality. Maybe you need the healthy integration from your psychedelic work, to address your mental health and personal growth. Life can be overwhelming. Whatever the problem- relief is in your reach. I want to help you reclaim your life, your family, and a healthy future.

Are you a parent of a young child feeling frustrated by your child's temper tantrums and behavioral problems in school? Are you the parent of a teenager(s) who is tired of dealing with seemingly never-ending disrespect, and you long for drama-free nights and weekends at home? Perhaps you're a teenager dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship and/or friendship problems, and need someone to talk to who can listen objectively. Alternatively, maybe none of these describe you, but you are feeling "lost" and looking for direction, meaning, self-acceptance and unconditional self-love. You are not alone!

Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or emotionally stuck? I want to hear your story and assist you in your journey towards healing. Currently I am providing therapy to children (4 years and older), adolescents, and adults.

It is not uncommon to find ourselves overwhelmed or struggling at some point in our lives. During those times, having an objective and unbiased person to talk to can provide clarity and support to ultimately foster growth and resilience in your personal narrative. I have a soft spot for helping women and couples through infertility struggles and determining their own definition of family. Additionally, I specialize in working with clients through difficult life transitions, relationship issues, intimacy and sexuality, kink, polyamorous and ENM relationships, body positivity (HAES and IE approach), and overall stress relief.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and owner of our group practice, Janet Williams LCSW-C. We specialize in adults and adolescents who preset with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. We offer individual, couples , and family therapy as well as Executive Function Coaching, and ADHD testing. Our goal is to support and empower clients to to make decisions that positively shape their lives. My team and I provide you with concrete, practical tools to bridge the gap between gaining insight and making meaningful changes in your life.

Whether you are motivated by life stressors or a desire to find a more complete you, I am here to help. I work mostly with clients struggling to manage their day to day life with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression or substance abuse. I also specialize in couples and family counseling and believe that helping a person to work within their environment and make changes where they can is an important part of being your best self.

Are you struggling with life challenges that you cannot seem to get ahead of? Have difficult life experiences kept you stuck in patterns of thinking and behaving that no longer serve you? Acknowledging that you need support is the first step, and I am here to help guide you on your journey towards living your most fulfilled life.

Mental health exists within all of us. At times, we will lean toward mental well-being while other times we experience mental health struggles. Everyone will face mental health struggles at some point in their lives. When we do, it can be incredibly overwhelming and difficult to know how to address. Thankfully, we have therapy for this. Therapy will help you find the disconnect between where you are in your mental health journey and where you want to be.

Has life been feeling more difficult lately? Are all of your go-to self help efforts falling short, leaving you feeling stuck, helpless or defeated? Let’s figure this out together. It is my passion to help couples and individuals make intentional steps towards healing and getting “unstuck”. I recognize the importance of taking time to learn about your unique life experiences and relationship stories. As well as to collaborate with you to reach your relationship or personal goals for therapy. Together we create an individualized therapy plan with practical skills and realistic strategies that you can adapt to your daily life.

If you are ready to gain insight and learn new perspective in order to make positive changes in your life, I’m here to help. By seeking therapy, you are demonstrating the courage to hold space for difficult emotions while working toward positive change. Everyone needs space to process and explore without feeling judged, and you deserve happiness and the ability to overcome or better cope with life’s challenges. If you're motivated to heal and grow in your relationship or as an individual, I'm here to help you get started and walk through this journey alongside you!

If ya'll are ready to grow, I'm ready to walk alongside of you. Are you motivated yet confused and hurting, too? You’re not alone. Relationships are tough and require a lot of work. That becomes even more tricky when the world is in crisis. Or, when you feel like you are in the midst of crisis. To be honest, your partner needs you, your children need you, your friends need you, and your family needs you. But mostly, you need you. You deserve the freedom to vent, unload your fear, and make space for peace and change.

Are you struggling emotionally? Dealing with a life event wondering how you’re going to make it through? Maybe you just don’t feel like yourself anymore. Well I would love to help you grow! My approach to counseling is recognizing that individuals are more than their mental health. We are all physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental beings, with varying levels of needs.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a strong background working with adolescents and adults with emotional and behavioral difficulties, relationship issues, mood disorders, and substance use disorders. I use a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach along with psychoeducation to help you better understand yourself, as well as what is keeping you stuck so you can better navigate the challenges you are facing.

I focus on meeting people where they are, and moving at their pace. Everyone encounters "speed bumps" and some times are harder than others. My hope is that I can help you through difficult times and learn healthy ways to get through tough and see the silver linings. I have worked with individuals with wide range of needs that range from anxiety, depression, family conflict, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, self-harm, polyamorous relationships, addictions, and more.