Career Counseling Therapists in Ellicott City, MD
Special interests include ADHD in high school, college, and the workplace; conducting career assessments, job coaching, and developing work-life balance.
I am the founder and Clinical Director of the Orchid Center for ADHD and Executive Functioning, with over 15 years of experience in private practice. My previous work has taken me through a variety of settings, including employee assistant programs, community mental health, hospitals, universities, and public schools. I am skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD, as well as other related mood and anxiety disorders. I will work collaboratively with you to identify goals and objectives, and together we will use evidence-based methods to achieve them. With proper diagnosis and intervention, ADHD is treatable!
Special interests include ADHD in high school, college, and the workplace; conducting career assessments, job coaching, and developing work-life balance.
I am the founder and Clinical Director of the Orchid Center for ADHD and Executive Functioning, with over 15 years of experience in private practice. My previous work has taken me through a variety of settings, including employee assistant programs, community mental health, hospitals, universities, and public schools. I am skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD, as well as other related mood and anxiety disorders. I will work collaboratively with you to identify goals and objectives, and together we will use evidence-based methods to achieve them. With proper diagnosis and intervention, ADHD is treatable!
I specialize in supporting college students, graduate students, and professionals navigating high stress, career pressures, and complex family or relationship dynamics.
My approach combines CBT, mindfulness, and coaching strategies, enabling you to leave sessions with both insight and practical tools you can apply. Together, we’ll work on calming spiraling thoughts, setting emotional boundaries, and building confidence in how you show up at school, work, and in relationships. The goal is lasting, sustainable change.
I specialize in supporting college students, graduate students, and professionals navigating high stress, career pressures, and complex family or relationship dynamics.
My approach combines CBT, mindfulness, and coaching strategies, enabling you to leave sessions with both insight and practical tools you can apply. Together, we’ll work on calming spiraling thoughts, setting emotional boundaries, and building confidence in how you show up at school, work, and in relationships. The goal is lasting, sustainable change.
You’re high-functioning on the outside but quietly overwhelmed on the inside. Maybe you’re carrying trauma, stuck in painful relationship cycles, or battling anxiety, grief, or a deep sense of disconnection. You want clarity, peace, and healing—but more than anything, you want to feel like yourself again. You’re ready to understand the “why” behind your struggles, not just talk about the latest crisis. You’re looking for something deeper—a space to be real, to be safe, and to begin to untangle what’s been holding you back.
You’re high-functioning on the outside but quietly overwhelmed on the inside. Maybe you’re carrying trauma, stuck in painful relationship cycles, or battling anxiety, grief, or a deep sense of disconnection. You want clarity, peace, and healing—but more than anything, you want to feel like yourself again. You’re ready to understand the “why” behind your struggles, not just talk about the latest crisis. You’re looking for something deeper—a space to be real, to be safe, and to begin to untangle what’s been holding you back.
My job as a counselor isn't to tell you which one to take; it's to help you remove the roadblocks from your journey in an effort to make your choices in the future clearer for you.
I work with individuals on a variety of areas regardless of their gender identity. I generally work with adults 18 and above, but also work with those 13 and above who are part of the LGBTQ / GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning) community. Don't see your challenge listed to the right? Let's talk. I may be able to help.
My job as a counselor isn't to tell you which one to take; it's to help you remove the roadblocks from your journey in an effort to make your choices in the future clearer for you.
I work with individuals on a variety of areas regardless of their gender identity. I generally work with adults 18 and above, but also work with those 13 and above who are part of the LGBTQ / GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning) community. Don't see your challenge listed to the right? Let's talk. I may be able to help.
It takes a lot of courage to seek help, especially in a world that unfairly stigmatizes getting psychological services. Lack of understanding of what therapy is and how people can benefit from it prevents some from using professional services to know and understand themselves better, to improve relationships, and to live more meaningful, fulfilling lives regardless of their challenges. Sometimes people have troubling symptoms due to anxiety, depression, and other disorders and need help to address these symptoms and their causes. I use a variety of approaches to help clients. My goal is to empower clients through a healthy, therapeutic relationship.
It takes a lot of courage to seek help, especially in a world that unfairly stigmatizes getting psychological services. Lack of understanding of what therapy is and how people can benefit from it prevents some from using professional services to know and understand themselves better, to improve relationships, and to live more meaningful, fulfilling lives regardless of their challenges. Sometimes people have troubling symptoms due to anxiety, depression, and other disorders and need help to address these symptoms and their causes. I use a variety of approaches to help clients. My goal is to empower clients through a healthy, therapeutic relationship.
Amy is a dedicated mental health professional with more than a decade of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples over diverse therapeutic settings. Amy believes in providing a safe environment for individuals, allowing them the freedom to explore their strengths and challenges.
Amy graduated from Salisbury University in 2010 with her bachelor’s in social work, and in 2011 with her master’s in social work.
In her clinical practice, Amy employs a person-centered approach, utilizing solution focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing, or a faith-based approach upon request.
Amy is a dedicated mental health professional with more than a decade of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples over diverse therapeutic settings. Amy believes in providing a safe environment for individuals, allowing them the freedom to explore their strengths and challenges.
Amy graduated from Salisbury University in 2010 with her bachelor’s in social work, and in 2011 with her master’s in social work.
In her clinical practice, Amy employs a person-centered approach, utilizing solution focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing, or a faith-based approach upon request.
Life can be overwhelming at times, bringing feelings of anxiety, depression, or loneliness. If you're navigating these emotions, you're not alone—and there’s hope for a brighter tomorrow. I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward a more fulfilling, balanced, and joyful life. Each person’s story is unique, and I create a safe, supportive space where your individuality is honored. With a personalized and compassionate approach, I’ll work with you to understand your challenges and build on your strengths. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your needs and goals, ensuring you feel seen, heard, and valued.
Life can be overwhelming at times, bringing feelings of anxiety, depression, or loneliness. If you're navigating these emotions, you're not alone—and there’s hope for a brighter tomorrow. I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward a more fulfilling, balanced, and joyful life. Each person’s story is unique, and I create a safe, supportive space where your individuality is honored. With a personalized and compassionate approach, I’ll work with you to understand your challenges and build on your strengths. Together, we’ll create a plan that fits your needs and goals, ensuring you feel seen, heard, and valued.
I provide a relaxing, comfortable atmosphere where people can grow and learn more about themselves. Those who are in crisis or simply need to talk about life changes can benefit. I'm known for providing objective feedback and insight. The tools I provide can be used for personal or professional growth and development. Whether I'm with an individual, a family, conducting a seminar or professional coaching; I never judge, and my clients are always respected. Whether in person or on the phone, I am a good asset, or tool for anyone who is ready to make a change.
I provide a relaxing, comfortable atmosphere where people can grow and learn more about themselves. Those who are in crisis or simply need to talk about life changes can benefit. I'm known for providing objective feedback and insight. The tools I provide can be used for personal or professional growth and development. Whether I'm with an individual, a family, conducting a seminar or professional coaching; I never judge, and my clients are always respected. Whether in person or on the phone, I am a good asset, or tool for anyone who is ready to make a change.
Accepting new clients! Please email me to schedule your initial appointment! I work with people experiencing a broad range of human problems, such as anxiety, depression, mood instability, conflict within their relationships, and many other issues that tend to be a natural, yet unfortunate party of the human experience. I don’t have a magic potion to cure your problems and make you immune to all life difficulties. Unfortunately, I can’t take the teeth out of life, but I can help you learn how to master your own mind and become your own therapist so you are equipped to face difficulties in life.
Accepting new clients! Please email me to schedule your initial appointment! I work with people experiencing a broad range of human problems, such as anxiety, depression, mood instability, conflict within their relationships, and many other issues that tend to be a natural, yet unfortunate party of the human experience. I don’t have a magic potion to cure your problems and make you immune to all life difficulties. Unfortunately, I can’t take the teeth out of life, but I can help you learn how to master your own mind and become your own therapist so you are equipped to face difficulties in life.
Santoro Psychological Services has been providing psychological services to the community since 2008. We have a dedicated staff with a number of different specializations. Our staff provides a variety of therapeutic and forensic services including individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults; parent training; court-ordered psychological evaluations; custody evaluations; psychological and educational testing for school-aged students; and expert-witness testimony.
Santoro Psychological Services has been providing psychological services to the community since 2008. We have a dedicated staff with a number of different specializations. Our staff provides a variety of therapeutic and forensic services including individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults; parent training; court-ordered psychological evaluations; custody evaluations; psychological and educational testing for school-aged students; and expert-witness testimony.
Are you an adolescent or young adult—or the concerned parent of one—who struggles to cope with academic and social pressures? Perhaps underlying trauma has manifested into anxiety, depression, substance abuse, or self-harming behaviors and you're looking for someone who specializes in EMDR. Taking a brain-based approach to therapy, my passion is helping teens and young adults work through difficult experiences to learn how to thrive instead of survive and get their lives back on a positive trajectory. As someone who has worked at my own healing, I've experienced how powerful and life-changing healing from trauma can be.
Are you an adolescent or young adult—or the concerned parent of one—who struggles to cope with academic and social pressures? Perhaps underlying trauma has manifested into anxiety, depression, substance abuse, or self-harming behaviors and you're looking for someone who specializes in EMDR. Taking a brain-based approach to therapy, my passion is helping teens and young adults work through difficult experiences to learn how to thrive instead of survive and get their lives back on a positive trajectory. As someone who has worked at my own healing, I've experienced how powerful and life-changing healing from trauma can be.
As a therapist, Gennell’s goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to begin their healing journey. She believes that you have the potential to create and live the life you desire. She is here to equip you with the necessary tools to achieve the life you envision.
As a therapist, Gennell’s goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to begin their healing journey. She believes that you have the potential to create and live the life you desire. She is here to equip you with the necessary tools to achieve the life you envision.
***ACCEPTING NEW BLUE CROSS PATIENTS FOR ONLINE SESSIONS**PLEASE EMAIL OR TEXT FOR FASTEST RESPONSE. Imagine what you can accomplish in your life when your wellness is restored and your soul is healed. Everyone has the ability to heal and I would like to be your guide through this journey with compassion and non-judgment. I have over 10 years' experience helping individuals recover from mental health challenges. I am prepared to use my training, persistence, and competence to bring comfort and wellness to you and your loved ones in the darkest of times.
***ACCEPTING NEW BLUE CROSS PATIENTS FOR ONLINE SESSIONS**PLEASE EMAIL OR TEXT FOR FASTEST RESPONSE. Imagine what you can accomplish in your life when your wellness is restored and your soul is healed. Everyone has the ability to heal and I would like to be your guide through this journey with compassion and non-judgment. I have over 10 years' experience helping individuals recover from mental health challenges. I am prepared to use my training, persistence, and competence to bring comfort and wellness to you and your loved ones in the darkest of times.
Tracey Lynne Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21043
I specialize in treating clients enduring the following symptoms: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, financial stress, career transitions, social injustice, relationship trauma, family transitions, family conflict, and parenting issues.
Utilizing solution-focused therapy, we will begin our journey collaborating to develop goals that you want to reach. Within each session, I will provide you with the skills and resources necessary to help you reach these goals. I will work alongside you, providing support, and helping you stay motivated as you work toward achieving your goals.
I specialize in treating clients enduring the following symptoms: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, financial stress, career transitions, social injustice, relationship trauma, family transitions, family conflict, and parenting issues.
Utilizing solution-focused therapy, we will begin our journey collaborating to develop goals that you want to reach. Within each session, I will provide you with the skills and resources necessary to help you reach these goals. I will work alongside you, providing support, and helping you stay motivated as you work toward achieving your goals.
Something is changing in your life. Perhaps you're on the parenting path, you're in your 20's trying to figure out where to go from here, or you're considering change and are not quite sure what steps to take. Whether wanted or unwanted, planned or not, change can be a lot to manage. Maybe it is not quite going the way you had expected. Maybe it is going pretty well, and still it's stressful, confusing, or overwhelming. Perhaps you want to use this as an opportunity for your own growth, whether that's about self-worth, stress management, or taking stock of your relationships. What you do know is you want some support.
Something is changing in your life. Perhaps you're on the parenting path, you're in your 20's trying to figure out where to go from here, or you're considering change and are not quite sure what steps to take. Whether wanted or unwanted, planned or not, change can be a lot to manage. Maybe it is not quite going the way you had expected. Maybe it is going pretty well, and still it's stressful, confusing, or overwhelming. Perhaps you want to use this as an opportunity for your own growth, whether that's about self-worth, stress management, or taking stock of your relationships. What you do know is you want some support.
If you've hit a crossroad in your life; if you're in a place you don’t want to be and want to make changes; if you are having difficulty with your relationships; feeling lost, confused; managing anxiety or depression - I am here to partner with you to navigate these challenges and get to a place where you feel confident, empowered, & content in your life. Sessions are likely to be conversational, warm, supportive and real (with a dose of humor!) I am a provider that values authenticity - who I am in the session is who I am outside of the session - my hope is you will feel safe to do the same.
If you've hit a crossroad in your life; if you're in a place you don’t want to be and want to make changes; if you are having difficulty with your relationships; feeling lost, confused; managing anxiety or depression - I am here to partner with you to navigate these challenges and get to a place where you feel confident, empowered, & content in your life. Sessions are likely to be conversational, warm, supportive and real (with a dose of humor!) I am a provider that values authenticity - who I am in the session is who I am outside of the session - my hope is you will feel safe to do the same.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step in your therapy process! Therapy is a personal journey and can have various challenges throughout your life, so I am glad you are here! I believe everyone has the capacity and wisdom within themselves to live the life they want, and I am here to help them reach their goals. Healing is a process, and I believe when clients contribute to their own growth, a new sense of wholeness and wellness can emerge. My goals are to provide a safe and authentic space, actively listen and understand concerns, and work collaboratively with everyone involved.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking the first step in your therapy process! Therapy is a personal journey and can have various challenges throughout your life, so I am glad you are here! I believe everyone has the capacity and wisdom within themselves to live the life they want, and I am here to help them reach their goals. Healing is a process, and I believe when clients contribute to their own growth, a new sense of wholeness and wellness can emerge. My goals are to provide a safe and authentic space, actively listen and understand concerns, and work collaboratively with everyone involved.
Over twenty five years of private practice has helped me understand that my success in providing exceptional counseling for my clients, lies in the ability to customize my therapy techniques, depending on your needs. Whether your issue stems from depression, anxiety, or you have work related, or a relationship problem, I believe that I can help you. Every individual has a story. I look forward to connecting with you, and developing a rapport. Together we can make changes, and hopefully we can improve your life.
Over twenty five years of private practice has helped me understand that my success in providing exceptional counseling for my clients, lies in the ability to customize my therapy techniques, depending on your needs. Whether your issue stems from depression, anxiety, or you have work related, or a relationship problem, I believe that I can help you. Every individual has a story. I look forward to connecting with you, and developing a rapport. Together we can make changes, and hopefully we can improve your life.
It all begins with the desire for change…but as you might realize, change is difficult. And if you’re struggling with things like the desire to stop a negative thought or want to stop using drugs or alcohol, you are not alone. I am here to support you in the changes you want to make in your life, each step of the way.
It all begins with the desire for change…but as you might realize, change is difficult. And if you’re struggling with things like the desire to stop a negative thought or want to stop using drugs or alcohol, you are not alone. I am here to support you in the changes you want to make in your life, each step of the way.
I hold sex positive healing space for people of color, LGBTQ+ youth and young adults seeking to address multicultural disparities, sexuality and identity concerns, career/school challenges, anxiety, depression, spirituality, and developmental congruency.
Are you in need of restoration, guidance, empowerment, or simply unwavering support? I could be your person! I have almost 20 years worth of experience creating a counseling experience that encourages my people to rest, to be kind to self, to think beyond their current situation, to explore the unknown, to embrace what could be and to just exist. If you’re willing to do the work, I’m willing to work with you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I am accepting new clients for secure Telehealth sessions via online scheduling.
I hold sex positive healing space for people of color, LGBTQ+ youth and young adults seeking to address multicultural disparities, sexuality and identity concerns, career/school challenges, anxiety, depression, spirituality, and developmental congruency.
Are you in need of restoration, guidance, empowerment, or simply unwavering support? I could be your person! I have almost 20 years worth of experience creating a counseling experience that encourages my people to rest, to be kind to self, to think beyond their current situation, to explore the unknown, to embrace what could be and to just exist. If you’re willing to do the work, I’m willing to work with you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I am accepting new clients for secure Telehealth sessions via online scheduling.
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.