Family Therapy in Eldersburg, MD
Kyra Whittenburg
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, DBT-C
4 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I believe that the therapist-client relationship is the foundation of successful treatment. I view therapy as partnership between myself and the client, creating a trusting and supportive relationship. I see therapy through a dielectric lens of accepting yourself without judgement and changing unhealthy and maladaptive behaviors.
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I believe that the therapist-client relationship is the foundation of successful treatment. I view therapy as partnership between myself and the client, creating a trusting and supportive relationship. I see therapy through a dielectric lens of accepting yourself without judgement and changing unhealthy and maladaptive behaviors.
Andi O'Connell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, CAS, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
I rely heavily on Person-Centered Approaches, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, and other therapy models.
I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. I work with teens and adults to address anxiety, stress management, grief, and trauma. Many of my clients identify as people pleasers and/or high achievers and feel like like they are burning the candle at both ends, trying to meet everyone's needs but their own. Together, we will identify what patterns are no longer serving you while also adding your needs back on your priority list in a way that feels authentic and secure.
I rely heavily on Person-Centered Approaches, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, and other therapy models.
I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. I work with teens and adults to address anxiety, stress management, grief, and trauma. Many of my clients identify as people pleasers and/or high achievers and feel like like they are burning the candle at both ends, trying to meet everyone's needs but their own. Together, we will identify what patterns are no longer serving you while also adding your needs back on your priority list in a way that feels authentic and secure.
I also address additional issues including: Anxiety, Bereavement, Spirituality, Life Transitions, Military Families, Relationship Issues, Stress Reduction, Cancer/Medical Treatment
The Journey Begins Here... I have found, for my patients and myself, that life is a series of adjustments. Some adjustments are small, smooth and easy, and we may even feel grateful for the new direction on our path. Some of these adjustments are overwhelming. They knock us to our knees, and we feel we may never get up again. Most are somewhere in between.... Whatever challenges bring you to seek counsel, rest assured there is help to adjust and navigate the road ahead.
I also address additional issues including: Anxiety, Bereavement, Spirituality, Life Transitions, Military Families, Relationship Issues, Stress Reduction, Cancer/Medical Treatment
The Journey Begins Here... I have found, for my patients and myself, that life is a series of adjustments. Some adjustments are small, smooth and easy, and we may even feel grateful for the new direction on our path. Some of these adjustments are overwhelming. They knock us to our knees, and we feel we may never get up again. Most are somewhere in between.... Whatever challenges bring you to seek counsel, rest assured there is help to adjust and navigate the road ahead.
When facing challenging times, therapy can provide a safe place to talk about those challenges. I am happy to announce the addition of the newest staff member, Kenny, a certified therapy dog whose presence helps create a safe space. My goal is to help clients achieve their own "zen" state by learning how to recognize, access, & trust their own intuition. I view therapy as part of one's wellness journey. And one of the most important challenges in this journey is to understand one's personal power & how to manage it. Therapy is a challenging process, but I will be your advocate & help you learn to become your own advocate.
When facing challenging times, therapy can provide a safe place to talk about those challenges. I am happy to announce the addition of the newest staff member, Kenny, a certified therapy dog whose presence helps create a safe space. My goal is to help clients achieve their own "zen" state by learning how to recognize, access, & trust their own intuition. I view therapy as part of one's wellness journey. And one of the most important challenges in this journey is to understand one's personal power & how to manage it. Therapy is a challenging process, but I will be your advocate & help you learn to become your own advocate.
Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others ( family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves.
Through client-centered practices such as: Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creative Therapy (art, music, narrative), and Dialectic Behavioral therapy we can navigate the relationship within yourself and with others. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults through the power of the therapeutic relationship.
Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others ( family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves.
Through client-centered practices such as: Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creative Therapy (art, music, narrative), and Dialectic Behavioral therapy we can navigate the relationship within yourself and with others. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults through the power of the therapeutic relationship.
My work integrates psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Relational Therapy to help you connect with your inner world and build a more kind and compassionate relationship with yourself.
In our first session, I really want to make sure you’re comfortable. We will talk about what helps you relax and we will begin to get to know each other. I know that it takes a lot of bravery to reach out for therapy and I welcome you with warmth, compassion, and curiosity. I will start where you would like to start, no matter where that is.
My work integrates psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Relational Therapy to help you connect with your inner world and build a more kind and compassionate relationship with yourself.
In our first session, I really want to make sure you’re comfortable. We will talk about what helps you relax and we will begin to get to know each other. I know that it takes a lot of bravery to reach out for therapy and I welcome you with warmth, compassion, and curiosity. I will start where you would like to start, no matter where that is.
I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Social Work from Western Maryland College and my Masters in Social Work from University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical focus on children and families.
I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), the Seven Challenges, Motivational Interviewing and Mediation and specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, school issues, marital issues and life cycle transitions.
I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Social Work from Western Maryland College and my Masters in Social Work from University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical focus on children and families.
I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), the Seven Challenges, Motivational Interviewing and Mediation and specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relationship conflicts, parenting issues, school issues, marital issues and life cycle transitions.
Whether working in an individual, family, or couples setting, the aim is for clients to feel an increased effectiveness to cope with life stressors and build skills that will afford them the opportunity to live their best life.
I have over 400 hours of intensive training in the evidenced based practice of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) . DBT includes components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) while also using change and acceptance strategies to validate emotions, tolerate distress, and remain mindful of the current moment.
Whether working in an individual, family, or couples setting, the aim is for clients to feel an increased effectiveness to cope with life stressors and build skills that will afford them the opportunity to live their best life.
I have over 400 hours of intensive training in the evidenced based practice of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) . DBT includes components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) while also using change and acceptance strategies to validate emotions, tolerate distress, and remain mindful of the current moment.
Life transitions and aging often invite deeper questions—about identity, purpose, loss, and what truly matters now. You may find yourself letting go of roles, abilities, or expectations that once defined you, while sensing the quiet emergence of something new. Therapy can be a sacred pause—a place to listen inwardly and honor this unfolding chapter of your life.
I am a licensed social worker who works with adults navigating life transitions, aging, and the search for meaning. I am especially drawn to working with midlife and older adults, caregivers, and those experiencing changes in health, independence, or life direction.
Life transitions and aging often invite deeper questions—about identity, purpose, loss, and what truly matters now. You may find yourself letting go of roles, abilities, or expectations that once defined you, while sensing the quiet emergence of something new. Therapy can be a sacred pause—a place to listen inwardly and honor this unfolding chapter of your life.
I am a licensed social worker who works with adults navigating life transitions, aging, and the search for meaning. I am especially drawn to working with midlife and older adults, caregivers, and those experiencing changes in health, independence, or life direction.
Cedar Ridge Counseling Centers,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCPC, PhD
Eldersburg, MD 21784
At Cedar Ridge Counseling Centers, you’ll find compassionate support from more than 65 private‑practice providers dedicated to helping individuals and families of all ages.
Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, family stress, or major life changes, our clinicians work with you to create a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan.
At Cedar Ridge Counseling Centers, you’ll find compassionate support from more than 65 private‑practice providers dedicated to helping individuals and families of all ages.
Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, family stress, or major life changes, our clinicians work with you to create a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan.
Now more than ever, families are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain.
For 25 years, I have been helping people heal through a trauma-informed lens. I work from a psychodynamic, family systems, relational framework. I truly believe that we can work together to move you to the place you want to be.
I offer weekly appointments as well as intensives, which allow us to do deeper work.
Now more than ever, families are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain.
For 25 years, I have been helping people heal through a trauma-informed lens. I work from a psychodynamic, family systems, relational framework. I truly believe that we can work together to move you to the place you want to be.
I offer weekly appointments as well as intensives, which allow us to do deeper work.
Hello and welcome! In my practice, I provide a supportive space for individuals from adolescence through adulthood. Life often hands us stress that over time, or rather abruptly, can disrupt our sense of calm. We can get stuck, lose track of who we are and what is important to us. By working together, we can explore individual needs, strengthen awareness, challenge obstacles, and build skills to promote wellbeing.
Hello and welcome! In my practice, I provide a supportive space for individuals from adolescence through adulthood. Life often hands us stress that over time, or rather abruptly, can disrupt our sense of calm. We can get stuck, lose track of who we are and what is important to us. By working together, we can explore individual needs, strengthen awareness, challenge obstacles, and build skills to promote wellbeing.
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
Accepting clients in person or virtual! I believe everyone has within them the strength, ability, and desire to fulfill his or her own potential. My job as a therapist is to help you to recognize, find, and unlock your inner strengths through the therapeutic and self-discovery process. If you or a loved one are struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, impacted by a recent or prolonged trauma, or are just having difficulty navigating through the daily stresses of life, I can help. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and safe haven environment for your journey of self-discovery and growth. Telehealth Available
If therapy has felt intimidating or like “just sitting and talking,” I take a more creative, collaboration approach. I work with ages 5–21, and I believe healing doesn’t have to be boring—or done in just one way. My approach blends evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy with more hands-on, expressive tools. That might look like art projects to untangle big feelings, games that make it easier to open up, music that says what words can’t, or even movement/yoga to help reconnect mind and body. Sometimes we talk. Sometimes we create. Sometimes we laugh a lot. All of it counts.
If therapy has felt intimidating or like “just sitting and talking,” I take a more creative, collaboration approach. I work with ages 5–21, and I believe healing doesn’t have to be boring—or done in just one way. My approach blends evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy with more hands-on, expressive tools. That might look like art projects to untangle big feelings, games that make it easier to open up, music that says what words can’t, or even movement/yoga to help reconnect mind and body. Sometimes we talk. Sometimes we create. Sometimes we laugh a lot. All of it counts.
We all have a story. Our stories define us in many ways. If you are scrolling through this website then you have already started the hardest part of therapy—making a decision to invite someone else in to your story. As your counselor, I aim to help you integrate all parts of your story within a framework of safety, compassion, and authenticity. I understand the importance of feeling safe, and acknowledge it will take time to build rapport. As a person who has faced many of her own obstacles, I offer a unique emphasis on self-compassion and acceptance along with accountability and action when needed.
We all have a story. Our stories define us in many ways. If you are scrolling through this website then you have already started the hardest part of therapy—making a decision to invite someone else in to your story. As your counselor, I aim to help you integrate all parts of your story within a framework of safety, compassion, and authenticity. I understand the importance of feeling safe, and acknowledge it will take time to build rapport. As a person who has faced many of her own obstacles, I offer a unique emphasis on self-compassion and acceptance along with accountability and action when needed.
My approach to counseling emphasizes helping clients reconnect with the creative parts of themselves, allowing for new perspectives on challenges and cultivating personal growth. I view creativity as a transformative force; when we engage with our creative selves, we can approach our problems in innovative and meaningful ways. My sessions often incorporate Expressive Arts as a means of exploration and self-discovery, providing a unique avenue for clients to express their thoughts and emotions. I especially enjoy working with adolescent girls and young women, and neurodiverse individuals.
My approach to counseling emphasizes helping clients reconnect with the creative parts of themselves, allowing for new perspectives on challenges and cultivating personal growth. I view creativity as a transformative force; when we engage with our creative selves, we can approach our problems in innovative and meaningful ways. My sessions often incorporate Expressive Arts as a means of exploration and self-discovery, providing a unique avenue for clients to express their thoughts and emotions. I especially enjoy working with adolescent girls and young women, and neurodiverse individuals.
My areas of specialization include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), emotion regulation, and general stress. I work with individuals across most age groups and have experience counseling clients from diverse backgrounds. I pride myself on providing best practice for all individuals and believe wholeheartedly in the therapeutic process as a modality that leads to a better quality of life and quality of activities. I use an eclectic approach that involves various modalities tailored to a wide array of mental health presentations.
My areas of specialization include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), emotion regulation, and general stress. I work with individuals across most age groups and have experience counseling clients from diverse backgrounds. I pride myself on providing best practice for all individuals and believe wholeheartedly in the therapeutic process as a modality that leads to a better quality of life and quality of activities. I use an eclectic approach that involves various modalities tailored to a wide array of mental health presentations.
Mario Conliffe
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Tired of the family dysfunction?
Compassionate, non-judgmental, humorous, and empathic are but few components woven into the fabric of my approach to therapy. As a therapist, I draw mainly from Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Person-Centered therapies.
Tired of the family dysfunction?
Compassionate, non-judgmental, humorous, and empathic are but few components woven into the fabric of my approach to therapy. As a therapist, I draw mainly from Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Person-Centered therapies.
I believe that every person has the right, responsibility, and ability to live their life in a healthy and fulfilling way. Too often we put our own mental health needs to the side in order to "make it through" whatever hardship is being faced. Whether it is familial issues, anxiety, depression, identity, or life transitions, people face many challenges to their mental health. If you are ready to talk to someone in a non judgmental or pressured environment, who will work with you to create goals and positive change, please consider reaching out to me!
I believe that every person has the right, responsibility, and ability to live their life in a healthy and fulfilling way. Too often we put our own mental health needs to the side in order to "make it through" whatever hardship is being faced. Whether it is familial issues, anxiety, depression, identity, or life transitions, people face many challenges to their mental health. If you are ready to talk to someone in a non judgmental or pressured environment, who will work with you to create goals and positive change, please consider reaching out to me!
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.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.