Therapists in Columbia, MD

Discover Yourself Wellness Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Facing life challenges can be strenuous for all of us, and we may not know which way to turn for help. At times, we reach out to our own family and friends for help, but that is not always supportive. Who can we turn to then, to help us understand and navigate through these emotionally difficult times? I'm driven by my passion to bring overall wellness and hope to my clients, by providing a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic environment. I will work collaboratively with my clients, to help strengthen relationships and facilitate growth.
Columbia, MD 21044
& Online

Dr. Jennifer Shepard Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Are you stuck? Do you feel like a deer in headlights? Do you feel like you are moving through life just surviving, not really living? Are you constantly dealing with emergencies and putting out fires in your life but never really getting anything you want to do accomplished? Or do you feel lost and without direction, like a ship in the middle of a storm? Sometimes life is hard and painful. And sometimes, the pain or the trauma we have suffered stops us dead in our tracks and keeps us from moving forward. This can be worse for Blacks or those that are being triggered by racial or systemic trauma. Struggling can tire us out!

Michael Wood
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am Mike Wood- an individual therapist who is ready to be a part of your journey to self-actualization and fulfillment. I work to help my clients reach their full potential and attain the necessary skills needed to be the best versions of themselves. I understand that change and growth can be a difficult process and I believe the foundation of any therapeutic relationship is one of empathy, compassion, and patience. I am here to support you through your unique and individualized experience.

Lauren Ilene Mirkin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCP, NCC, LDN, NBC-HWC
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling stuck, down, depressed, unmotivated, unfocused? Are you trapped in overwhelming emotions or unhelpful thinking? Are your relationships causing you distress? I am here to help you on your journey to greater inner harmony, balance, joy, and aliveness. I am an experienced psychotherapist who finds great fulfillment in helping my clients overcome their emotional hurdles and enabling them to live more productive and fulfilling lives. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I am here to help you discover your strengths and see the sunny side of life more often.

Sidney Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Starting with a new therapist can be a daunting experience for those who have never done it before and even for those who have. Finding the right therapist that you connect with and can build a great relationship with is key to not only making a change, but also to feeling heard and accepted. I do my best to ensure clients feel comfortable to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe environment without judgment. Taking these first steps can be hard and I seek to make this process easier and less daunting for you.

Mingxin Wei
Counselor, LGPC, NCC, MS
Verified
Verified
Mingxin(Ming) is passionate about providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where you can express yourself openly and freely. She believes that each individual's therapeutic journey is unique, and each individual is the expert on their own experiences. Therefore, Ming works collaboratively with clients and customizes her approach to meet your unique needs and preferences.
Columbia, MD 21046
& Online

Adona Wimberly
Psychologist, PhD, LCADC
Verified
Verified
I genuinely value each of my clients and offer a supportive, safe space in which you can restore your peace of mind and an overall healthy sense of self. I truly believe that we all have the ability to move forward despite the stressors we experience, we sometimes just need to be reminded of our inner strengths. That is where I come in.

Aysha Wells
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome! Emotional health and wellness is essential to living your best life. I am passionate about helping clients on their therapeutic journey, and strive to empower individuals to support their emotional health. Seeking support in your life to help navigate feelings, emotions, and responses is courageous. If you are ready to explore strategies to improve your emotional wellness I am here to assist you.

Sean Lare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you or someone you love questioning gender? Are you or someone you love needing support with your transition processes? Are you transgender or non-binary and have had challenges finding an affirming, trans-competent provider? I am a queer trans-man with years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who are transgender, gender diverse, or questioning their gender, and their family members. Whether you are seeking therapy related to your gender or not, and whatever challenges have brought you to therapy, I am here to listen and to help you reach your full potential.
Columbia, MD 21046
& Online

Ana Maria Garcia
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My counseling philosophy is based on the empathic understanding of the individual's circumstances and challenges impacting their functioning in life. I believe that insight, working in the “here and now,” addressing short and long-term goals, and acquiring healthy coping mechanisms are crucial to overcome emotional distress and acquire emotional growth. My philosophy as a therapist is that the clients are the EXPERTS and that the therapist is the one that follows the clients’ lead helping them to understand and solve in a healthy way their inner struggles and conflicts.

Tenneh Johnson Kemah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When you are looking for a therapist, that decision often comes during times of crisis. This loss of balance and connection makes it hard to make decisions or trust anyone. But as you take this first step, I will honor your trust with a relationship that is free of judgement and focused on finding your foundation. Whether you are coping with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, life transition, relationship or marital issues, we can work together to make things better. I bring to the table a deep knowledge of a diverse set of treatment methods that allow me to tailor your therapy uniquely to your personality, challenges and life.
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Michael P. Malone
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, LP
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
After a thorough assessment, the clinicians at Excellis Consulting work with our patients to develop a treatment plan using compassionate, evidence-based methods for anxiety and depression as well as a number of other problems. I get great satisfaction from successes that we’ve had in this area. We are fortunate to have a number of clinicians from award winning institutions, such as Johns Hopkins, join our practice. Whatever your need, it’s very likely we can find a skilled clinician to help you.
Waitlist for new clients

Tam Nguyen-Louie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Every person has the right to happiness and fulfillment. We just sometimes need a little support, encouragement, empowerment, and accountability to reach our goals. I am a clinical psychologist who believes that each individual is unique. Whether you are struggling with lifelong mental health difficulties, low self confidence, or every day stress, I will work with you as a collaborator and partner to help you get and your partner to where you want to be!

Healing Hines Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with life stressors and finding solutions to everyday problems? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, feeling like the walls are closing in on you? Are you having issues with connecting with your family, maintaining, and building relationships, and lack of effective communication? Sometimes having a little help to maintain balance is necessary in order for us to truly live up to our potential. If you are reading this it means that you are ready to take the necessary steps in reaching the goal of fulfillment.

Suzanne Matty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
My expertise and mission is to treat individuals seeking change. I strive to understand, counsel and empower clients who need relief from persistent anxiety, persistent depression, have experienced loss, have experienced trauma, and those who simply feel overwhelmed. I have successfully counseled couples and helped them repair and improve their relationships, deal with issues of trust, loss of affection and escalating conflict. Through a collaborative process we establish healthier relationship patterns, enhancing both partners' sense of connection and communication.

Erica Dixon
Counselor, LCPC, LCADC
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of feeling anxious? Do you feel down most of the time? Are you using drugs or alcohol to change your mood or deal with stressors? Whether you are suffering from a mood disorder, or dealing with substance abuse issues, sometimes it is difficult to know who to turn to and what to do to help yourself. IME Behavioral Health has six therapists and two nurse practitioners who want to help you achieve your goals.

Shaneka Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LGMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience creating supportive therapeutic relationships with individuals, couples and family systems; challenged by depression, anxiety, trauma, infidelity, intimacy issues, family distress and other concerns.

Kerry Lance
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Sometimes in life, we struggle with our mental health. We can get off course striving to understand our thoughts and emotions. Trying to figure out how to live life on life’s terms can sometimes lead us into emotional uncertainties, which affect our occupation, finances, families, relationships, social connections, and substance use. At times in our lives, others can’t relate or understand us, so they label us or try to put us in a box which restricts our freedom to be ourselves. Are you in a season of your life when you find it difficult to connect with your family, friends, co-workers, or your social network? Want some help?
Not accepting new clients

Emily Sander
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you questioning whether you are "doing the right thing" for yourself and others? Do you have trouble saying "no", and then if you do, you feel guilty? Feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, your job, relationships/friendships, and family? If so, I am so glad you are here, taking the steps to better your mental health and well-being! Life is incredibly stressful and sometimes we need some extra support to help us get through it.

Shelia Lipscomb
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Shelia Lipscomb is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) who has more than 2 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are suffering the effects of anxiety, anger, depression, ADHD, chronic stress, relationship issues, family conflict, academic issues, behavioral disorders, and more.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.