Female Therapists in Columbia, MD
If you’ve made it to this website you probably already have a sense that something in your life is keeping you stuck or just isn’t working for you. Perhaps you’ve tried therapy before, or maybe this is your first time reaching out for help. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! I have 8 years of training and experience working with clients to address a broad range of psychological symptoms, with expertise in treating ADHD, anxiety, and addiction. I take an integrative approach to treatment, using strategies grounded in science and tailored to your individual strengths and interests.
If you’ve made it to this website you probably already have a sense that something in your life is keeping you stuck or just isn’t working for you. Perhaps you’ve tried therapy before, or maybe this is your first time reaching out for help. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! I have 8 years of training and experience working with clients to address a broad range of psychological symptoms, with expertise in treating ADHD, anxiety, and addiction. I take an integrative approach to treatment, using strategies grounded in science and tailored to your individual strengths and interests.
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.
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.
Jessica has immediate openings currently to offer clients. Jessica is a LCSW-C licensed in Maryland and West Virginia . A native of Maryland, she earned her Bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Women’s Studies. Jessica received her Masters degree from University of Maryland School of Social Work, with a clinical concentration on families and children. Jessica has a wide range of experience working with both adults and children in various settings.
Jessica has immediate openings currently to offer clients. Jessica is a LCSW-C licensed in Maryland and West Virginia . A native of Maryland, she earned her Bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Women’s Studies. Jessica received her Masters degree from University of Maryland School of Social Work, with a clinical concentration on families and children. Jessica has a wide range of experience working with both adults and children in various settings.
Hi, there! I'm so glad you're here. I'm a perfect fit for anyone who has left a therapy session feeling disappointed. You want more than talk—you want therapy that helps you make changes. You want a therapist who connects with you and empowers you. My ideal clients are moms who are overstimulated, struggling to adjust postpartum, or simply not enjoying motherhood like they thought they would; women navigating ADHD; parents who are working hard to break patterns and need help; and couples or families who need help with communication and connection. I can help if you're overwhelmed, burnt out, feeling stuck, or feeling unfulfilled.
Hi, there! I'm so glad you're here. I'm a perfect fit for anyone who has left a therapy session feeling disappointed. You want more than talk—you want therapy that helps you make changes. You want a therapist who connects with you and empowers you. My ideal clients are moms who are overstimulated, struggling to adjust postpartum, or simply not enjoying motherhood like they thought they would; women navigating ADHD; parents who are working hard to break patterns and need help; and couples or families who need help with communication and connection. I can help if you're overwhelmed, burnt out, feeling stuck, or feeling unfulfilled.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or going through difficult life transitions? Are the stressors of life becoming too much to handle? It can be challenging to make sense of it all. I will help you to create positive outcomes and work towards a clearer path of wellbeing. We will work together collaboratively to gain a new perspective. I will partner with you to improve your coping skills and change negative thought patterns. We will work together to identify your strengths and create a new vision for your life.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or going through difficult life transitions? Are the stressors of life becoming too much to handle? It can be challenging to make sense of it all. I will help you to create positive outcomes and work towards a clearer path of wellbeing. We will work together collaboratively to gain a new perspective. I will partner with you to improve your coping skills and change negative thought patterns. We will work together to identify your strengths and create a new vision for your life.
I am a licensed graduate professional counselor who received my master’s in counseling psychology from Towson University. I work with adults of all ages (18+) and am a LGBTQ+ affirming and gender affirming clinician. My counseling pulls from multiple sources to best fit clients’ needs, incorporating a client-centered approach with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness.
I am a licensed graduate professional counselor who received my master’s in counseling psychology from Towson University. I work with adults of all ages (18+) and am a LGBTQ+ affirming and gender affirming clinician. My counseling pulls from multiple sources to best fit clients’ needs, incorporating a client-centered approach with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness.
My ideal clients are seekers: people who sense there’s more to life than survival mode. They’re tired of the anxiety, guilt, or people-pleasing that keeps them small and want to understand how early wounds still shape their relationships today. They’re craving peace, self-trust, and a therapist who brings equal parts wisdom, humanity, and well-placed humor to help them reconnect with who they truly are.
My ideal clients are seekers: people who sense there’s more to life than survival mode. They’re tired of the anxiety, guilt, or people-pleasing that keeps them small and want to understand how early wounds still shape their relationships today. They’re craving peace, self-trust, and a therapist who brings equal parts wisdom, humanity, and well-placed humor to help them reconnect with who they truly are.
I have provided therapeutic support across the country to various individuals experiencing difficult episodes in their lives. I believe in taking a mind/body/spirit approach to any and all challenges that we face on a daily basis, and encourage self-care, mindfulness, and humor as effective coping strategies. I work in partnership with each client, providing structure and guidance via a variety of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and feminist theory.
I have provided therapeutic support across the country to various individuals experiencing difficult episodes in their lives. I believe in taking a mind/body/spirit approach to any and all challenges that we face on a daily basis, and encourage self-care, mindfulness, and humor as effective coping strategies. I work in partnership with each client, providing structure and guidance via a variety of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and feminist theory.
A fundamental aspect of our humanity is our need for unconditional positive regard, understanding, acceptance, and presence from one another. Life can be challenging, and facing it alone, no matter how strong you are, can feel isolating and tough. You don't have to go through it alone—recognizing this is why we're here together.
A fundamental aspect of our humanity is our need for unconditional positive regard, understanding, acceptance, and presence from one another. Life can be challenging, and facing it alone, no matter how strong you are, can feel isolating and tough. You don't have to go through it alone—recognizing this is why we're here together.
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.
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.
Are you struggling to stay afloat?
Maybe you're doing your best to get through each day, but keep feeling pulled down by stress and despair in relationships, at work, and in managing daily tasks. You're craving relief, a breath of fresh air, but feel like each time things get a little better, you're knocked over by yet another wave.
You tell yourself that you just have to try harder, be different—but keep finding yourself burnt out and overwhelmed. You want to be able to meet challenges calmly and confidently instead of struggling against the current.
Are you struggling to stay afloat?
Maybe you're doing your best to get through each day, but keep feeling pulled down by stress and despair in relationships, at work, and in managing daily tasks. You're craving relief, a breath of fresh air, but feel like each time things get a little better, you're knocked over by yet another wave.
You tell yourself that you just have to try harder, be different—but keep finding yourself burnt out and overwhelmed. You want to be able to meet challenges calmly and confidently instead of struggling against the current.
You may feel stuck in recurring conflict, disconnected from loved ones, or trapped in patterns that never seem to change. Anxiety, depression, or low self-worth might weigh you down, while past trauma or stress continues to affect your relationships. Deep down, you want more— clearer boundaries, healthier communication, greater closeness, and the confidence to show up authentically in your life.
You may feel stuck in recurring conflict, disconnected from loved ones, or trapped in patterns that never seem to change. Anxiety, depression, or low self-worth might weigh you down, while past trauma or stress continues to affect your relationships. Deep down, you want more— clearer boundaries, healthier communication, greater closeness, and the confidence to show up authentically in your life.
Do you find yourself saying, "I'm tired and don't want to feel like this anymore"?
If you're caught in constant mental chatter, self-sabotaging thoughts, feeling distant, lost, or questioning how you show up—while memories of past trauma make it hard to connect meaningfully with yourself and others—I offer specialized virtual private-pay therapy for high-achieving professionals like you. This work is designed to help you experience lasting transformation faster than traditional weekly therapy.
Do you find yourself saying, "I'm tired and don't want to feel like this anymore"?
If you're caught in constant mental chatter, self-sabotaging thoughts, feeling distant, lost, or questioning how you show up—while memories of past trauma make it hard to connect meaningfully with yourself and others—I offer specialized virtual private-pay therapy for high-achieving professionals like you. This work is designed to help you experience lasting transformation faster than traditional weekly therapy.
My name is Liz (she/her) and I feel honored to be a potential resource for you in your pursuit of wellness. We may work well together if you are struggling with feeling "stuck" in some area of your life, or if you find that you continue to repeat the same patterns over and over again, despite your best efforts to make changes. My approach values building awareness of how we are struggling, while paying equal attention to the ways we can use our awareness in the present to create positive change.
My name is Liz (she/her) and I feel honored to be a potential resource for you in your pursuit of wellness. We may work well together if you are struggling with feeling "stuck" in some area of your life, or if you find that you continue to repeat the same patterns over and over again, despite your best efforts to make changes. My approach values building awareness of how we are struggling, while paying equal attention to the ways we can use our awareness in the present to create positive change.
Donna Chioke-Colbert, LCSW, helps individuals in Maryland navigate life's most challenging moments, providing compassionate and evidence-based support. With expertise in grief, trauma, and medical conditions, Donna specializes in helping people cope with life transitions such as chronic illness, obesity, racial identity issues, and midlife changes. She uses her clinical skills to assist clients in overcoming practical issues and emotional barriers, empowering them to live their best lives with renewed hope and resilience.
Donna Chioke-Colbert, LCSW, helps individuals in Maryland navigate life's most challenging moments, providing compassionate and evidence-based support. With expertise in grief, trauma, and medical conditions, Donna specializes in helping people cope with life transitions such as chronic illness, obesity, racial identity issues, and midlife changes. She uses her clinical skills to assist clients in overcoming practical issues and emotional barriers, empowering them to live their best lives with renewed hope and resilience.
Maria Willey, LCMFT, is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the challenges they face by fostering a strong therapeutic alliance. Serving the residents of Maryland, she emphasizes collaboration and openness in her approach, tailoring each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of her clients. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or working through relationship issues, Maria uses her listening skills to guide you in identifying your strengths and building resilience. With her support, you can cultivate greater self-awareness and learn strategies to manage life's transitions and challenges.
Maria Willey, LCMFT, is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate the challenges they face by fostering a strong therapeutic alliance. Serving the residents of Maryland, she emphasizes collaboration and openness in her approach, tailoring each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of her clients. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or working through relationship issues, Maria uses her listening skills to guide you in identifying your strengths and building resilience. With her support, you can cultivate greater self-awareness and learn strategies to manage life's transitions and challenges.
Lauren Ilene Mirkin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCP, NCC, LDN, NBC-HWC
Columbia, MD 21044
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.
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.
You are so brave for stepping up to the plate to improve your life; to attain greater balance, achieve your goals, enhance your self-assurance, learn your strengths, and to feel empowered to live fully! I love working with adults who struggle with trying to manage it all. Between work, parenting, relationships, socializing with friends, and maintaining a meaningful spiritual life, many adults are just plain exhausted. You desire to feel greater peace with it all and to start enjoying life again. I see you and I hear you, and I cannot wait for us to work together so you can discover your needs and finally meet your goals.
You are so brave for stepping up to the plate to improve your life; to attain greater balance, achieve your goals, enhance your self-assurance, learn your strengths, and to feel empowered to live fully! I love working with adults who struggle with trying to manage it all. Between work, parenting, relationships, socializing with friends, and maintaining a meaningful spiritual life, many adults are just plain exhausted. You desire to feel greater peace with it all and to start enjoying life again. I see you and I hear you, and I cannot wait for us to work together so you can discover your needs and finally meet your goals.
Growing Young Minds Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and the founder of Growing Young Minds Counseling (GYMC), I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and parents. With a deep understanding of child development, family dynamics, and mental health, I am committed to helping young minds thrive by fostering emotional resilience, self-confidence, and positive family relationships.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and the founder of Growing Young Minds Counseling (GYMC), I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and parents. With a deep understanding of child development, family dynamics, and mental health, I am committed to helping young minds thrive by fostering emotional resilience, self-confidence, and positive family relationships.
I am Gillian McCusker, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in hospice and oncology care, specializing in supporting clients through the journey of grief and loss. I have worked with adults at all stages of life, helping them navigate life transitions, manage relationships, and cope with anxiety and depression.
I am Gillian McCusker, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in hospice and oncology care, specializing in supporting clients through the journey of grief and loss. I have worked with adults at all stages of life, helping them navigate life transitions, manage relationships, and cope with anxiety and depression.
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