Therapists in Berlin, MD

Hi, I'm Shawna! Congratulations on taking the first step towards making some life changes. I understand because I've been there. Sometimes we all need a little support in achieving our goals. That’s just fine because life can be overwhelming. Often, we just need a bit of guidance finding the answers that are already inside of us and that’s when coaching can be helpful. The coaching process works well in any area of your life you want to develop or change. The hardest part is taking the first step and I work with men and women who do just that.

Are you or a loved one burdened by the weight of overwhelming emotions, struggling to find balance in life, or haunted by intrusive thoughts that cloud your days? The journey through reproductive trauma and maternal mental health struggles can be profoundly isolating and emotionally draining. Meanwhile, family trauma can leave lasting scars, impacting your relationships and emotional well-being in ways that feel insurmountable. You don't have to carry these burdens alone. I'm here to extend a compassionate hand, to provide support and understanding, and to help you rediscover the equilibrium, resilience, and hope that you deserve.

I invite you to reach out about my waitlist for appointments as they come open. HI! My name is Smith (they/them) and I deeply value clients feeling heard and believed. One of the coolest things I get to do is walk with people as they move toward what wellness means to them. Clients I work with are dealing with anxiety, depression, body image struggles, disordered eating, coming out, transitioning, dissociation, relationship conflict, acute and complex trauma, and more.

You are always so strong and support everyone you know. Sometimes, it is you that is needing support and a listening ear, but where are all the people for you? The aftermath of a traumatic experience can leave you feeling out of control, withdrawn, uncertain about the world and people around you. The depression may have you feeling as though you are not thinking straight or so down that you just can’t get dressed nor be productive. The anxiety may have you so overwhelmed that you feel stuck and unable to complete your daily tasks.

I work with a diverse range of clients, including teenagers, young adults, adults, and older adults. I am particularly passionate about supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with a history of complex trauma, disabled/chronically ill folks, and neurodivergent individuals. Whether you are seeking therapy as an individual or with a romantic partner(s), you'll find a warm, welcoming space here. My approach is poly-inclusive, kink-aware, and queer-affirming, so you can feel comfortable and understood as we navigate your unique journey together.

"Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get." Such a true statement! Many of us have to "work with the cards we're dealt," even when those cards leave us feeling as if we have very few choices, and as if we have no control of our lives, but, isn't,"Life what you make it"? With that said, are you happy with life? Are you struggling with the chocolates in your box, or cards dealt you? We welcome the opportunity to offer new perspectives, that could result in a more fulfilled life!

Currently accepting NEW clients! I work with clients during all life transitions, but particularly ones around reproductive mental health. If you are experiencing an unintended pregnancy, I offer unbiased support navigating options of parenting, adoption or abortion. Whatever you decide, you can reflect and process during our time together. You might be experiencing the life transition of a pregnancy or postpartum. This is an exciting time that is also filled with big emotional swings. Be seen. Be heard. Be supported. Be safe. Be you.

Where will your story take you? Aspire Wellness Center, Inc. is an outpatient mental health clinic dedicated to helping people improve the quality of their lives by giving them the tools they need to succeed. Our goal is to know our clients’ story and help guide them through their next chapter. Our services are designed to educate the mind, nurture the body, and uplift the spirit in order to support the total wellness of our clients.

Welcome to the healing journey at DMV Wellness Center! I bet you didn't think your therapsit could look and sound like you, your mother, your sister, or your friends. Yes! We are founded by two Black women. Yes! All our staff are rooted in an HBCU experience. Yes! We look and talk just like you!

What prevents you from living your life with ease and purpose? Maybe you're feeling stressed out, anxious, overwhelmed, and disconnected from yourself and those you feel closest to. Always moving from one thing to the next with little time for yourself now just feels exhausting. You'd like to know yourself better, to show up in your life in more authentic ways but you're not sure how. Together using therapeutic and mindfulness strategies we find ways to help you feel more connected with yourself and the people you care about.

"I Believe In Life On Life Terms" that mainly entailed the provision of counseling services to consumers of various ages in the homes/community reporting a history of trauma, abuse, economic poverty, homeless, lack of adult guidance, substance use that precipitated unhealthy learned behaviors to survive. The consumer’s needs were individualized based on the uniqueness of each personality and life dynamics. Within the therapeutic process and environment, the need was a genuine, safe environment of emotional support and acceptance towards desired changes.

Looking for someone to talk to? There is no need to continue suffering in silence! Help is available! SOLUTIONS may be your answer to relationship issues, depression and other mood disorders. Other problems such as chronic stress, incessant worrying, low self-esteem, social anxiety, substance abuse, chronic mental illness, anxiety and adjustment disorders are also a major focus of my practice. Whether the problems that you are encountering are the result of a temporary stressor, or related to more long-term problems, therapy can help and I look forward to working with you. I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples.

Over 30 Years of experience: Create success in sobriety, marriage, family and professional lives. Launch young people into promising careers. Reclaim your life from addiction. Greive effectively and accept serious illness of self and loved ones. Recover joy of living after tragedy and trauma. Stay together or divorce thoughtfully.

I am the right Mental Health Yoga Therapist for you if you continue to suffer with depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, grief, unhappiness and a sense of disconnection from the deeper sense of who you are. I will teach you how to feel better about your life with the skills of yoga: breath and meditation; calming your upset or sick body and quieting your constantly negative thoughts. Psychological and medical research support that Yoga, while an ancient philosophy, teaches easy to learn skills that improve physical, emotional and spiritual health. I can guide you to your heart's desire for your life.

I know from personal and professional experience how difficult it can be to find a counselor who meets the needs of neurodiverse people, and how frightening it can be as an LGBTQ+ person to navigate the process while feeling safe. Safety is a priority for me, as feeling safe and empowered to make choices is what allows us as human beings to improve and grow!

Finding quality mental health care for yourself or a loved one may feel like a daunting task. As a therapist at Aspire, I am here to ensure you that you will be supported every step of the way. From your evaluation through ongoing therapy and/or medication appointments, it is our goal to provide compassionate care and help you improve the quality of your life by giving you the tools you need to succeed. Our staff has expertise working with children/adults and has proven success treating ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, mood issues, and trauma. Recognize that you are taking the first step towards creating positive change.

Philosophy is often seen as a dry, esoteric academic field with no connection to everyday life and its problems. This is simply untrue. For millennia, philosophers have asked and given meaningful answers to the deepest, most enduring questions of all: Who are we? What is our purpose? What are truth, freedom, justice, beauty? What is the good life? What is real? What is 'nature' and our relationship to it? In short, philosophers think about what we take for granted when we think about anything else. Together, we will strive to awaken your own philosopher within and, in the words of Nietzsche, help you to become who you are.

Are you almost ready to give up the possibility that life could be better, that life does not have to be full of internal struggle? Do you want your self-talk to be one that lifts you up and focuses on savoring the positives in your life rather than tearing you down, focusing on the disappointments in your life? Would you want sadness, worries, or anger to not have undue influence on you and not control your life. If yes, it is time to make a choice and reach out to someone who can guide and support you to a better experience of life and a more preferred self.