Domestic Abuse Therapists in Eldersburg, MD

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Lisa R. Dubbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Treatment areas include: depression; anxiety; PTSD; abuse and trauma survivors; grief and loss; relationship problems; and compassion fatigue.
Struggling with trauma or PTSD, depression or anxiety? Looking for a compassionate and supportive therapist to guide you through a tough time or emotional time in your life? Wherever you are on your life's journey, I will start with you there, then support you while you move forward toward personal growth, peace and recovery. I work to provide empathic understanding and to build a trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe and comfortable environment.
Treatment areas include: depression; anxiety; PTSD; abuse and trauma survivors; grief and loss; relationship problems; and compassion fatigue.
Struggling with trauma or PTSD, depression or anxiety? Looking for a compassionate and supportive therapist to guide you through a tough time or emotional time in your life? Wherever you are on your life's journey, I will start with you there, then support you while you move forward toward personal growth, peace and recovery. I work to provide empathic understanding and to build a trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe and comfortable environment.
(410) 983-3585 View (410) 983-3585
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Lauren Berdeguez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Seeking out therapeutic services is healthy for our mind/body/soul connection. Just as we go to the gym to keep our bodies healthy, or puzzles to keep our mind sharp, we go to therapy to keep our connection between our mind/body/soul. Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others (family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves. It is my privilege to sit with you (or your family members) while we navigate the roadblocks and successes that make your life experience uniquely yours. It is my hope that in through this exploration and work, we can improve your relationships.
Seeking out therapeutic services is healthy for our mind/body/soul connection. Just as we go to the gym to keep our bodies healthy, or puzzles to keep our mind sharp, we go to therapy to keep our connection between our mind/body/soul. Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others (family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves. It is my privilege to sit with you (or your family members) while we navigate the roadblocks and successes that make your life experience uniquely yours. It is my hope that in through this exploration and work, we can improve your relationships.
(410) 657-6951 View (410) 657-6951
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Laura K Rhodes
Counselor, LCPC, LMHC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Laura provides individual counseling via a secure virtual online live stream platform only. She can sees client who are in Maryland or Florida. Her clients often want help in feeling less anxious, depressed or panicked. They want to live their best life, with the chance to enjoy relationships with others and learn to form a relationship with themselves, peacefully and happily.
Laura provides individual counseling via a secure virtual online live stream platform only. She can sees client who are in Maryland or Florida. Her clients often want help in feeling less anxious, depressed or panicked. They want to live their best life, with the chance to enjoy relationships with others and learn to form a relationship with themselves, peacefully and happily.
(941) 269-2868 View (941) 269-2868
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Adams Counseling Services
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Imagine waking up ready to take on the world — you can! At Adams Counseling, our clinicians combine compassion with expertise to help you navigate life’s challenges and find balance. With backgrounds in education, crisis support, advocacy, and specialized EMDR training, we provide the support you need to heal and thrive. We believe that the right therapeutic fit matters. In addition to our diverse group of therapists, I am a Maryland Board-Approved Supervisor, offering supervision for LGPCs and interns. My focus is on fostering professional growth, confidence, and strong clinical skills in the next generation of counselors.
Imagine waking up ready to take on the world — you can! At Adams Counseling, our clinicians combine compassion with expertise to help you navigate life’s challenges and find balance. With backgrounds in education, crisis support, advocacy, and specialized EMDR training, we provide the support you need to heal and thrive. We believe that the right therapeutic fit matters. In addition to our diverse group of therapists, I am a Maryland Board-Approved Supervisor, offering supervision for LGPCs and interns. My focus is on fostering professional growth, confidence, and strong clinical skills in the next generation of counselors.
(410) 204-5271 View (410) 204-5271
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Heidi M Woods
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Online Only
I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders in children, adolescents and adults as well as behavior problems in children and adolescents. I also treat those who have experienced trauma. I utilize cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, relaxation, and solution focused therapies to help clients achieve a better life. My treatment approach is to listen carefully, develop treatment goals that are important and achieveable for the client, build on the client's current skills and help to develop new life skills as well as helping the client to achieve life balance.
I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders in children, adolescents and adults as well as behavior problems in children and adolescents. I also treat those who have experienced trauma. I utilize cognitive behavioral, behavior modification, relaxation, and solution focused therapies to help clients achieve a better life. My treatment approach is to listen carefully, develop treatment goals that are important and achieveable for the client, build on the client's current skills and help to develop new life skills as well as helping the client to achieve life balance.
(443) 701-5772 View (443) 701-5772

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Taylor Wellness Center, Inc
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Pikesville, MD 21208
Trauma can leave you feeling defeated and disconnected from yourself and others. You want to keep everything from falling apart but it's getting harder and harder. Family and friends tell you to "be strong", but you're not sure if that's possible. Emotions are more intense than they've ever been and you're feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, scared, anxious and frustrated. You desperately want to share your feelings but fear no one will understand; you're feeling isolated and alone. Does this sound familiar?
Trauma can leave you feeling defeated and disconnected from yourself and others. You want to keep everything from falling apart but it's getting harder and harder. Family and friends tell you to "be strong", but you're not sure if that's possible. Emotions are more intense than they've ever been and you're feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, scared, anxious and frustrated. You desperately want to share your feelings but fear no one will understand; you're feeling isolated and alone. Does this sound familiar?
(443) 968-7074 View (443) 968-7074
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Marja Booker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Rockville, MD 20852
Have you been a victim or worry about your children?
Having been over 40 years in clinical practice, I have developed a strong commitment to helping those who suffer. I provide supportive counseling, psycho-education and empowerment so that you will be able to take steps towards healing and positive growth. I also have provided support groups, child counseling and parent consultation.
Have you been a victim or worry about your children?
Having been over 40 years in clinical practice, I have developed a strong commitment to helping those who suffer. I provide supportive counseling, psycho-education and empowerment so that you will be able to take steps towards healing and positive growth. I also have provided support groups, child counseling and parent consultation.
(301) 273-7479 View (301) 273-7479
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Chelsea (Frances) Manzon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
5 Endorsed
Online Only
When you’ve survived childhood abuse, life can feel like constant survival rather than living.
My years of therapy experience with Domestic Abuse & Violence Survivors, Anxiety disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Trauma Aftermath only increases my desire to help others discover their strengths and find empowerment. Clients are the experts on themselves, and sometimes we need a little extra help and guidance!
When you’ve survived childhood abuse, life can feel like constant survival rather than living.
My years of therapy experience with Domestic Abuse & Violence Survivors, Anxiety disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Trauma Aftermath only increases my desire to help others discover their strengths and find empowerment. Clients are the experts on themselves, and sometimes we need a little extra help and guidance!
(984) 315-6362 View (984) 315-6362
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Tayona Alyse Iannitti
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS
3 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Are you navigating a life transition, experiencing family or relationship conflict, or coping with the lasting effects of trauma or abuse?
Drawing on my experience in a domestic abuse shelter, my work is grounded in compassion & understanding of trauma’s impact. Together, we explore your experiences & gently reframe life narratives to support healing & growth. I use evidence-based tools like CBT and mindfulness, while regarding the whole person & systemic influences, in a safe, affirming space.
Are you navigating a life transition, experiencing family or relationship conflict, or coping with the lasting effects of trauma or abuse?
Drawing on my experience in a domestic abuse shelter, my work is grounded in compassion & understanding of trauma’s impact. Together, we explore your experiences & gently reframe life narratives to support healing & growth. I use evidence-based tools like CBT and mindfulness, while regarding the whole person & systemic influences, in a safe, affirming space.
(410) 883-8120 View (410) 883-8120
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Evyan Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
· Marginalized people who want to increase self-worth, self-esteem, and self-empowerment · Women of color, indigenous populations, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community · Survivors of trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and harassment · People living with medical conditions, grief and loss, ambiguous loss, and intergenerational trauma
I am a black, queer, cis woman who is passionate about working with the queer and BIPOC community through an intersectional lens to explore, process, and heal trauma. I am a body neutral, harm reduction-focused, sex positive therapist. I approach therapy from a compassionate and nonjudgmental space that creates a trauma-informed, intersectional, and exploratory environment for clients dealing with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, and feelings of ambiguous grief and loss. I am licensed in MD, VA, and DC.
· Marginalized people who want to increase self-worth, self-esteem, and self-empowerment · Women of color, indigenous populations, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community · Survivors of trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and harassment · People living with medical conditions, grief and loss, ambiguous loss, and intergenerational trauma
I am a black, queer, cis woman who is passionate about working with the queer and BIPOC community through an intersectional lens to explore, process, and heal trauma. I am a body neutral, harm reduction-focused, sex positive therapist. I approach therapy from a compassionate and nonjudgmental space that creates a trauma-informed, intersectional, and exploratory environment for clients dealing with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, and feelings of ambiguous grief and loss. I am licensed in MD, VA, and DC.
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Amy R Rakusin
Counselor, MA, LCPC, BC-DMT, NCC, CAS
Phoenix, MD 21131
As a licensed psychotherapist in private practice, I work with women and men who are experiencing a range of psychosocial issues. I use my expertise in psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as creative nonverbal interventions, body mind therapies, movement psychotherapy, EMDR and hypnosis to guide and support my clients in their pursuit of healing, empowerment and wholeness.
As a licensed psychotherapist in private practice, I work with women and men who are experiencing a range of psychosocial issues. I use my expertise in psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as creative nonverbal interventions, body mind therapies, movement psychotherapy, EMDR and hypnosis to guide and support my clients in their pursuit of healing, empowerment and wholeness.
(443) 998-4026 View (443) 998-4026
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Tarah Lea Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Experiencing abuse from a partner can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and trapped.
I offer a client centered approach where you guide each session and decide when to come for support. During sessions, I provide feedback that highlights your strengths and validates your experiences. Together, we work towards creating practical next steps tailored to your goals. Evening/late appointments are available.
Experiencing abuse from a partner can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and trapped.
I offer a client centered approach where you guide each session and decide when to come for support. During sessions, I provide feedback that highlights your strengths and validates your experiences. Together, we work towards creating practical next steps tailored to your goals. Evening/late appointments are available.
(410) 883-8652 View (410) 883-8652
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Abby C Jacobsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Frederick, MD 21701
Do you feel stuck—caught in trauma response cycles, or held back by inner barriers that don’t seem to budge? Are you overthinking, experiencing shut down, or disconnection from yourself and others? Maybe therapy has left you feeling judged, misunderstood, or unseen - you are not alone! I work with clients who seek relief, clarity, and a way to break free from the cycles. You're allowed to show up unsure, messy, or with no words at all. I don’t flinch at big feelings, hard stories, or chaos. I simply offer a place to start asking the right questions.
Do you feel stuck—caught in trauma response cycles, or held back by inner barriers that don’t seem to budge? Are you overthinking, experiencing shut down, or disconnection from yourself and others? Maybe therapy has left you feeling judged, misunderstood, or unseen - you are not alone! I work with clients who seek relief, clarity, and a way to break free from the cycles. You're allowed to show up unsure, messy, or with no words at all. I don’t flinch at big feelings, hard stories, or chaos. I simply offer a place to start asking the right questions.
(240) 222-5795 View (240) 222-5795
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Jourdan T Grills
Counselor, LGPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living.
Therapy with me isn’t about avoiding hard conversations or staying stuck in the same patterns. While our work moves at a pace that respects your readiness, I will challenge you when avoidance, fear, or old survival strategies are keeping you stuck.
Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living.
Therapy with me isn’t about avoiding hard conversations or staying stuck in the same patterns. While our work moves at a pace that respects your readiness, I will challenge you when avoidance, fear, or old survival strategies are keeping you stuck.
(410) 807-3816 View (410) 807-3816
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Adrienne Claire Jeffries
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
2 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
Do you have a hard time trusting yourself and knowing what you like, how you feel, how to describe yourself? Have you been in a series of "bad" relationships ( boss, friend, family, love) not sure why you keep repeating the pattern or attracting such narcisistic people? Do you feel anxious and unsure of using your voice and asking for what you want/need? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with others? Do you feel a lot of shame/guilt over choices you have made and want to let go of those feelings? Wouldn't it be nice if you were treated how you treat others? Do you feel you need to take care of others, but are last priority?
Do you have a hard time trusting yourself and knowing what you like, how you feel, how to describe yourself? Have you been in a series of "bad" relationships ( boss, friend, family, love) not sure why you keep repeating the pattern or attracting such narcisistic people? Do you feel anxious and unsure of using your voice and asking for what you want/need? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with others? Do you feel a lot of shame/guilt over choices you have made and want to let go of those feelings? Wouldn't it be nice if you were treated how you treat others? Do you feel you need to take care of others, but are last priority?
(240) 594-5639 View (240) 594-5639
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Pamela B Brewer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW-C, LICSW, DCSW
Online Only
My virtual practice hours continue on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays Fri 9 AM - 3PM ET, Fridays 9 am - 12 Noon ET. Is the story you tell yourself about yourself hopeful? Energizing? Complete? Are you interested in understanding more about what influences your decisions, your strengths, your challenges? Your options? Life always has its ups and downs - but you do not have to navigate alone. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
My virtual practice hours continue on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays Fri 9 AM - 3PM ET, Fridays 9 am - 12 Noon ET. Is the story you tell yourself about yourself hopeful? Energizing? Complete? Are you interested in understanding more about what influences your decisions, your strengths, your challenges? Your options? Life always has its ups and downs - but you do not have to navigate alone. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
(301) 686-7168 View (301) 686-7168
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Kim Ramsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CSAT, CPTT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.
I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.
(240) 209-9726 View (240) 209-9726
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Jen Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Bethesda, MD 20814
My primary areas of interest are: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, stress management, career development, and recovery from emotional and/or narcissistic abuse.
Are you struggling with the pressure of managing a career and young family; trying to cope with anxiety or depression; facing relationship challenges; learning to manage difficult emotions; or trying to adjust to a life transition like marriage, divorce, or becoming a parent? If you are fighting any of these battles, or even another not named here - you do not have to do it alone. You and I can work together to get through what you are dealing with, and I can teach you strategies to manage these and other challenges that might come your way. Read a little further to learn about how we’ll do this.
My primary areas of interest are: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, stress management, career development, and recovery from emotional and/or narcissistic abuse.
Are you struggling with the pressure of managing a career and young family; trying to cope with anxiety or depression; facing relationship challenges; learning to manage difficult emotions; or trying to adjust to a life transition like marriage, divorce, or becoming a parent? If you are fighting any of these battles, or even another not named here - you do not have to do it alone. You and I can work together to get through what you are dealing with, and I can teach you strategies to manage these and other challenges that might come your way. Read a little further to learn about how we’ll do this.
(240) 693-5483 View (240) 693-5483
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Parviz Steeds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
I believe that psychotherapy is very useful in connecting deeply with oneself and subsequently with others. Anxiety and depression are often related to faulty coping mechanisms developed in childhood that lead to painful relationships. Being happy in work and love are the pillars of a rewarding and fulfilled life and therapy makes this possible.
I believe that psychotherapy is very useful in connecting deeply with oneself and subsequently with others. Anxiety and depression are often related to faulty coping mechanisms developed in childhood that lead to painful relationships. Being happy in work and love are the pillars of a rewarding and fulfilled life and therapy makes this possible.
(301) 852-5242 View (301) 852-5242
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Melanie Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I treat adults (18 and up) and have a background in domestic violence and often help victims in emotional and physical abuse cases.
I specialize in Betrayal Trauma and helping individuals establish Healthy Relationships. I help clients realize what they have control over in their lives. I am a goal oriented therapist and work with the client to take baby steps to reach their goals. I also work with gay,lesbian and transgender individuals.(LBGTQ)
I treat adults (18 and up) and have a background in domestic violence and often help victims in emotional and physical abuse cases.
I specialize in Betrayal Trauma and helping individuals establish Healthy Relationships. I help clients realize what they have control over in their lives. I am a goal oriented therapist and work with the client to take baby steps to reach their goals. I also work with gay,lesbian and transgender individuals.(LBGTQ)
(410) 695-6793 View (410) 695-6793

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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.