Art Therapy in Elkridge, MD
I utilize a variety of games, play-based, art-based, and movement-based activities to encourage my young clients to explore and communicate their thoughts and feelings in a productive and therapeutic manner.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to undergo the therapeutic experience. It's not an easy process and I want to support clients through this journey. The journey is a collaborative effort, and clients should be ready to work to become the person they want to be. In life, we go through many trials and tribulations and I strive to create a safe space for my clients to open up about their issues and heal. I think we can work through the struggles of your life together by building a strong therapeutic alliance.
I utilize a variety of games, play-based, art-based, and movement-based activities to encourage my young clients to explore and communicate their thoughts and feelings in a productive and therapeutic manner.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to undergo the therapeutic experience. It's not an easy process and I want to support clients through this journey. The journey is a collaborative effort, and clients should be ready to work to become the person they want to be. In life, we go through many trials and tribulations and I strive to create a safe space for my clients to open up about their issues and heal. I think we can work through the struggles of your life together by building a strong therapeutic alliance.
I specialize in working with children ages 5–12 and partner closely with parents as active participants in the therapeutic journey. Families often come to me when their child is experiencing school-related stress, emotional overwhelm, anxiety, behavioral challenges, or significant life transitions. Through a collaborative and supportive approach, I help children develop healthy coping strategies, improve communication skills, and strengthen emotional regulation and relationships. I also equip parents with practical tools and guidance to support their child’s growth and success at home, in school, and within their broader environment
I specialize in working with children ages 5–12 and partner closely with parents as active participants in the therapeutic journey. Families often come to me when their child is experiencing school-related stress, emotional overwhelm, anxiety, behavioral challenges, or significant life transitions. Through a collaborative and supportive approach, I help children develop healthy coping strategies, improve communication skills, and strengthen emotional regulation and relationships. I also equip parents with practical tools and guidance to support their child’s growth and success at home, in school, and within their broader environment
Safe Haven Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-C, LICSW
Elkridge, MD 21075
I have my Master’s and a Doctorate degree in Social Work. I am currently licensed as a clinical social worker in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have a lot of experience working with individuals diagnosed with persistent mental illness. I also have experience working with individuals that are dually diagnosed. I am a passionate, dedicated social worker with over 10 years experience providing clinical services to population with severe and persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, providing support, advocating, linking patients to services and completing intake/psychosocial assessments
I have my Master’s and a Doctorate degree in Social Work. I am currently licensed as a clinical social worker in Maryland and the District of Columbia. I have a lot of experience working with individuals diagnosed with persistent mental illness. I also have experience working with individuals that are dually diagnosed. I am a passionate, dedicated social worker with over 10 years experience providing clinical services to population with severe and persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, providing support, advocating, linking patients to services and completing intake/psychosocial assessments
Do you struggle with anxiety that affects your day to day life at work and in relationships? Do you feel exhausted by the never ending dialogue that runs through your head non-stop? Do you wonder if there is more to life, that somehow it should fee better? Calmer? More than ever, people are feeling worried and overwhelmed about all the "what if's" in life and how to manage it all. Staying on the constant hamster wheel can lead to burnout and long term issues that affect your mind and body. It doesn't have to be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with anxiety that affects your day to day life at work and in relationships? Do you feel exhausted by the never ending dialogue that runs through your head non-stop? Do you wonder if there is more to life, that somehow it should fee better? Calmer? More than ever, people are feeling worried and overwhelmed about all the "what if's" in life and how to manage it all. Staying on the constant hamster wheel can lead to burnout and long term issues that affect your mind and body. It doesn't have to be so hard to live a better life.
You are here looking for help because you may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to turn. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, grief, navigating major life transitions, or any other issue, we’re here to help. At The Inner Compass Collective, we welcome individuals of any age, couples, and families across multiple states who are ready to explore their challenges, understand themselves more deeply, and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
You are here looking for help because you may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to turn. Whether you’re struggling with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, grief, navigating major life transitions, or any other issue, we’re here to help. At The Inner Compass Collective, we welcome individuals of any age, couples, and families across multiple states who are ready to explore their challenges, understand themselves more deeply, and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, but it’s also an opportunity for growth, healing, and self-discovery. As an LGPC, I bring years of experience as a school counselor, where I supported children, adolescents, and families through academic, social, and emotional challenges. My background allows me to understand the unique pressures young people face while also supporting adults who are navigating life transitions, relationships, or personal struggles. My counseling style is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each client’s needs. I draw from person-centered, CBT, trauma focused, and mindfulness approaches.
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, but it’s also an opportunity for growth, healing, and self-discovery. As an LGPC, I bring years of experience as a school counselor, where I supported children, adolescents, and families through academic, social, and emotional challenges. My background allows me to understand the unique pressures young people face while also supporting adults who are navigating life transitions, relationships, or personal struggles. My counseling style is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each client’s needs. I draw from person-centered, CBT, trauma focused, and mindfulness approaches.
My work as a therapist with teens, children, and parents is based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based therapy method. We work together to discover and uncover how you want to live your life and explore the next steps in this process. For families, this often looks like noticing patterns, practicing compassion, and unsticking from what is holding your back.
My work as a therapist with teens, children, and parents is based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based therapy method. We work together to discover and uncover how you want to live your life and explore the next steps in this process. For families, this often looks like noticing patterns, practicing compassion, and unsticking from what is holding your back.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Board Certified Registered Art Therapist.
Have you done everything and are still feeling stuck? I have extensive experience working with high functioning, anxious professionals who are committed to address the root cause. I offer high quality of care for adults, adolescents and children, helping them manage stress, establish healthy relationships, and make real progress towards their goals. If you are serious about transformation and ready to invest in weekly therapy, I am here for you!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Board Certified Registered Art Therapist.
Have you done everything and are still feeling stuck? I have extensive experience working with high functioning, anxious professionals who are committed to address the root cause. I offer high quality of care for adults, adolescents and children, helping them manage stress, establish healthy relationships, and make real progress towards their goals. If you are serious about transformation and ready to invest in weekly therapy, I am here for you!
My goal is to help children make sense of big feelings, busy brains, and bumpy moments. Some kids have engines that run fast all day long. Others worry so much their tummies start to hurt. Some feel sad and stuck, while others feel mad and mixed up. Some are figuring out friendships, saying goodbye to someone they love, or trying to adjust to new schools, families, or routines.
For parents, my goal is to help you make sense of what is going on for your child, why, and how to support them through a lens that is informed by child development, neurobiology, and the scientific research literature on child mental health.
My goal is to help children make sense of big feelings, busy brains, and bumpy moments. Some kids have engines that run fast all day long. Others worry so much their tummies start to hurt. Some feel sad and stuck, while others feel mad and mixed up. Some are figuring out friendships, saying goodbye to someone they love, or trying to adjust to new schools, families, or routines.
For parents, my goal is to help you make sense of what is going on for your child, why, and how to support them through a lens that is informed by child development, neurobiology, and the scientific research literature on child mental health.
As a therapist, my clearest purpose is to help clients to alleviate debilitating symptoms of anxiety, depression and confusion. We do that in two major ways: one, finding the sources of the symptom and exploring the origins together and two, treating the symptoms with personally tailored, evidence-based interventions. As we participate in the treasure hunt of therapy, we battle pirates, feel the rain on our faces and build new structures for shelter along the way. Imagine building a map together where X marks the spot. What is your X? If you don't know, let's find out together.
As a therapist, my clearest purpose is to help clients to alleviate debilitating symptoms of anxiety, depression and confusion. We do that in two major ways: one, finding the sources of the symptom and exploring the origins together and two, treating the symptoms with personally tailored, evidence-based interventions. As we participate in the treasure hunt of therapy, we battle pirates, feel the rain on our faces and build new structures for shelter along the way. Imagine building a map together where X marks the spot. What is your X? If you don't know, let's find out together.
My ideal client is a child, adolescent, or young adult who is feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of school, relationships, and daily life. They might be struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, or simply feeling like they don’t quite fit the mold — and that’s okay. In fact, I love working with people who are a little quirky, sensitive, creative, or just see the world differently.
My clients often come to therapy because they’re stuck in patterns of worry, shutdown, or emotional turmoil. They may be having trouble keeping up at school, navigating their relationships, or feeling misunderstood at home.
My ideal client is a child, adolescent, or young adult who is feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of school, relationships, and daily life. They might be struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, or simply feeling like they don’t quite fit the mold — and that’s okay. In fact, I love working with people who are a little quirky, sensitive, creative, or just see the world differently.
My clients often come to therapy because they’re stuck in patterns of worry, shutdown, or emotional turmoil. They may be having trouble keeping up at school, navigating their relationships, or feeling misunderstood at home.
Hello and welcome!
Life can bring unavoidable and deeply challenging experiences—and you do not have to face them alone. Relationships and family dynamics can be a source of both deep connection and significant stress. If you and your partner or family are navigating communication challenges, conflict, life transitions, or feeling disconnected, therapy can offer a supportive space to heal, rebuild, and grow together.
Hello and welcome!
Life can bring unavoidable and deeply challenging experiences—and you do not have to face them alone. Relationships and family dynamics can be a source of both deep connection and significant stress. If you and your partner or family are navigating communication challenges, conflict, life transitions, or feeling disconnected, therapy can offer a supportive space to heal, rebuild, and grow together.
Barbara van der
Art Therapist, MA, LCPAT, LCPC, ATR-BC
2 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Waitlist for new clients
As a licensed art therapist, I help guide people through the transformative power of their own creativity.
Art-making is a whole-brain activity from which anyone of any age or background can benefit. In addition to being a supportive coping strategy, the bilateral process of creating can help the body process trauma in a way that words alone cannot. Art experience, talent, or even interest is not necessary or required for us to work together effectively.
As a licensed art therapist, I help guide people through the transformative power of their own creativity.
Art-making is a whole-brain activity from which anyone of any age or background can benefit. In addition to being a supportive coping strategy, the bilateral process of creating can help the body process trauma in a way that words alone cannot. Art experience, talent, or even interest is not necessary or required for us to work together effectively.
Kristin Pillay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MEd, LCSW-C
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Our creative therapeutic interventions utilize movement, mindfulness, play, art, and a therapy dog-all there to meet kids and adolescents where they are.
I have extensive experience working with kids, adolescents, and families and use a strengths based approach to meet children where they are. You can show up now and be seen, known, and valued at our new office. As a former school counselor, I know that children have varying school experiences and show up with you to build community, partner with you, and to meet each child where they are. I am curious, not all knowing, and consider the impact of words and actions. Our creative therapeutic interventions to support and to increase self understanding for kids across developmental stages.
Our creative therapeutic interventions utilize movement, mindfulness, play, art, and a therapy dog-all there to meet kids and adolescents where they are.
I have extensive experience working with kids, adolescents, and families and use a strengths based approach to meet children where they are. You can show up now and be seen, known, and valued at our new office. As a former school counselor, I know that children have varying school experiences and show up with you to build community, partner with you, and to meet each child where they are. I am curious, not all knowing, and consider the impact of words and actions. Our creative therapeutic interventions to support and to increase self understanding for kids across developmental stages.
Welcome, I’m Jas—and I’m glad you’re here! I know reaching out can feel like a big step, so thank you for taking it. I offer a safe space for individuals and couples to face challenges, find meaning, and pursue goals. My style is intentional, collaborative, and down-to-earth. With over 15 years in HR, I bring insight into performance and career-related stressors while juggling other areas of life. I also support people facing parenting, pregnancy, or relationship difficulties; social inequities; trauma; depression and anxiety; grief due to loss; health issues; and challenges with major life transitions or adjustments.
Welcome, I’m Jas—and I’m glad you’re here! I know reaching out can feel like a big step, so thank you for taking it. I offer a safe space for individuals and couples to face challenges, find meaning, and pursue goals. My style is intentional, collaborative, and down-to-earth. With over 15 years in HR, I bring insight into performance and career-related stressors while juggling other areas of life. I also support people facing parenting, pregnancy, or relationship difficulties; social inequities; trauma; depression and anxiety; grief due to loss; health issues; and challenges with major life transitions or adjustments.
I know first-hand the twists and turns life can take. I have a deep understanding of the challenges individuals, couples, families, and children face on a daily basis. Life's often overwhelming demands can result in anxiety, depression, and other unhealthy ways of managing stress. I desire to work with clients to help empower them through identifying and conquering patterns of negative thoughts and behaviors while working toward developing a healthy, balanced lifestyle that everyone deserves to have. You will be provided a safe and caring environment where you are able to learn and grow without concern of feeling judged.
I know first-hand the twists and turns life can take. I have a deep understanding of the challenges individuals, couples, families, and children face on a daily basis. Life's often overwhelming demands can result in anxiety, depression, and other unhealthy ways of managing stress. I desire to work with clients to help empower them through identifying and conquering patterns of negative thoughts and behaviors while working toward developing a healthy, balanced lifestyle that everyone deserves to have. You will be provided a safe and caring environment where you are able to learn and grow without concern of feeling judged.
I am currently based in the Greater New York City area and have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health space. My goal for our sessions is to focus completely on your needs by cultivating a warm and inviting atmosphere to nurture the strengths that you already possess. I provide trauma-informed care that addresses issues surrounding anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships, career changes, life transitions, domestic abuse, and healthy coping skills. I aim to guide my clients to empower themselves to reach their full potential in their own lives.
I am currently based in the Greater New York City area and have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health space. My goal for our sessions is to focus completely on your needs by cultivating a warm and inviting atmosphere to nurture the strengths that you already possess. I provide trauma-informed care that addresses issues surrounding anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships, career changes, life transitions, domestic abuse, and healthy coping skills. I aim to guide my clients to empower themselves to reach their full potential in their own lives.
Celestial Hope Rising Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LPC, LICSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
At Celestial Hope Rising Services, we believe in innovative ways to inspire open space for independent learning, growth, and development while upholding our core values of integrity, compassion, empowerment, person-centered care, and innovative approaches. Our agency aims to ensure our clients receive the best care and support for their well-being and quality of life. Our experienced team of professionals provides individualized care and treatment in a safe and non-judgmental environment, supporting clients on their journey to better mental health and resiliency. Join us on a journey towards better health and a brighter future.
At Celestial Hope Rising Services, we believe in innovative ways to inspire open space for independent learning, growth, and development while upholding our core values of integrity, compassion, empowerment, person-centered care, and innovative approaches. Our agency aims to ensure our clients receive the best care and support for their well-being and quality of life. Our experienced team of professionals provides individualized care and treatment in a safe and non-judgmental environment, supporting clients on their journey to better mental health and resiliency. Join us on a journey towards better health and a brighter future.
Family Intervention Partners
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MD, LCPC, PMHNP, LCSW-C, PsyD
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Our practice consists of a team of licensed Drs, therapists, and social workers working together to provide the best mental healthcare services to our patients. We provide comprehensive Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatric treatment, and psychotherapy in a non-judgmental, patient-centered environment. Our practitioners provide Assessments, Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, and Psychotherapy for all ages. We treat Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Emotional Disorders, and Behavior Problems. WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS.
Our practice consists of a team of licensed Drs, therapists, and social workers working together to provide the best mental healthcare services to our patients. We provide comprehensive Child, Adolescent and Adult psychiatric treatment, and psychotherapy in a non-judgmental, patient-centered environment. Our practitioners provide Assessments, Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, and Psychotherapy for all ages. We treat Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Emotional Disorders, and Behavior Problems. WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS.
Life brings challenges that can impact how we think, feel, and show up in the world. My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and respected. I prioritize cultural awareness and humility, recognizing that your background, identity, and lived experiences matter. Together, we focus on healing, growth, and meaningful change.
Life brings challenges that can impact how we think, feel, and show up in the world. My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and respected. I prioritize cultural awareness and humility, recognizing that your background, identity, and lived experiences matter. Together, we focus on healing, growth, and meaningful change.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.