Therapists in Easton, MD

"There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn't"-- John Green. Whether you don't know how to process trauma you have experienced, are so overwhelmed it is impacting your daily life or maybe you are struggling with an internal battle daily. You matter, you have a voice and I am here to listen. Sometimes our journey can get rough and it seems like a lot to bear. Then, at our lowest point, God sends us people to help us along the way.

As a master-level professional Social Worker (LCSW-C),I am committed to helping individuals, couples, children and families reconnect and reestablish their most important emotional relationships. With offices in Stevensville, Maryland; I specialize in Christ-centered professional counseling to help you work through challenges in life. If you do not prefer Christian counseling, I can provide professional counseling to help you reach your goals. As always, I offer my clients respect, care, compassion, competence and confidentiality.

Thank you for taking a moment to view my Psychology Today profile. You can learn more about my practice by visiting www.kesprivatepractice.com. My name is Katherine E. Smith, and I am a licensed psychologist who works with individuals 14 years of age and over. My training has provided me the opportunity to work with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues including sexuality and gender diversity, as well as working with women who experience reproductive trauma including infertility, pregnancy loss, and perinatal mental health disorders.

At Evergreen Therapy we believe that it takes courage to live authentically and to live authentically is to plumb the breadth and depth of human existence with all of it’s inherent joy and pain. We acknowledge that suffering is part of the human journey and that these struggles are inevitable, but also opportunities for growth and greater wellness. At Evergreen Therapy, we count it a privilege to provide compassionate companionship in times of difficulty, struggle, and suffering AND in times of growth, change, and celebration. Our focus is on Integrative Counseling which affords a holistic approach to wellness.

Kate invites each client to welcome and honor all parts of the self, including both the wounded and unwounded parts, acknowledging the pain carried by wounded parts of self. She uses various interventions to balance the nervous system, fostering mindful reactions to life events. She champions the body's inherent wisdom and supports embodiment for wholeness. Breathwork techniques help release deeply-held emotions from stressful experiences. Her practice integrates various therapeutic approaches like Polyvagal Theory, EMDR, BBTRS, Somatic Therapy, Sound Healing, Parts Work, Mind-Body Therapies, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Dr. Brian Richards provides Advanced Diagnostic Screenings to clients ages 17+. An advanced diagnostic screening (ADS) refers to a comprehensive and detailed evaluation conducted by a trained psychologist to help you understand complex psychological disorders or conditions. This type of assessment goes beyond basic or preliminary evaluations and aims to provide a thorough understanding of your diagnosis and behaviors including ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar, personality disorders, and insomnia. To schedule an appointment, go to www.SHINEMaryland.com.

I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with what they have. Unfortunately, many people experience feelings of fear, sadness, anger, or shame that end up making them feel stuck. Most of the time we just haven’t had the opportunity to understand what is behind these feelings and to learn skills that can be used to manage them. I help clients by providing compassion, support, and evidence-based models to help them understand and heal from the past so that it no longer negatively impacts the present. By exploring and relating to thoughts and feelings in a new way, they are able to focus on growth and development.

My approach is warm, empathetic, engaging, and direct, which I find helps individuals feel at ease, supported, and understood. I prioritize building a trusting therapeutic relationship and fostering a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can openly discuss and explore your personal struggles. I believe that genuine growth and change stem from a strong therapeutic partnership. Together, we will delve into your difficulties and identify new opportunities for progress in your life.

Sexual inhibition, low desire, or dysfunction can leave you feeling insecure and worried about your relationship. Where once was love and joy, now there are bouts of loneliness and arguments. Sex has become another item on the to-do list, if it even happens at all. Maybe you have already tried couple’s counseling, but the frustration and resentment around your sex life keeps your relationship stuck and you’re still left wondering if it is your fault. You want to overcome the challenges that make sex unenjoyable, difficult, even painful, but you wonder if therapy can help.

Have you experienced trauma that has left you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you struggle to cope with daily life and feel like your past experiences are holding you back? As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand the unique needs of people impacted by trauma and am able to use evidence-based techniques to help you heal and recover. With a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering therapeutic environment, you can process your experiences, develop coping skills, and work towards a brighter future. Don't let trauma define your life - schedule an appointment and let's begin trauma-informed therapy today.

You can do this! You can face this! You have the tools! I am here to help to carry this burden for a time while assisting you to identify and grow your tools and skills to become stronger, wiser, and more capable to pursue that which is good and true in life. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and numerous other internal and external barriers can seem overwhelming when trying to navigate daily life alone- so let's do this together.