Therapists in Ellicott City, MD
I'm a licensed therapist that brings over 20 years of clinical experience treating clients with complex trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, sex addiction, and other co-occurring mental health disorders. I've had the honor and privilege of working for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) from July 2002-November 2005, treating individuals impacted by the events of 9/11. While in NYC, I was trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) by the founder of EMDR, Dr. Francine Shapiro. Additionally, I was trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples by EFT founder Dr. Sue Johnson.
I'm a licensed therapist that brings over 20 years of clinical experience treating clients with complex trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, sex addiction, and other co-occurring mental health disorders. I've had the honor and privilege of working for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) from July 2002-November 2005, treating individuals impacted by the events of 9/11. While in NYC, I was trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) by the founder of EMDR, Dr. Francine Shapiro. Additionally, I was trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples by EFT founder Dr. Sue Johnson.
Clients who need skills and planning to regulate emotional distress, relationship challenges, and/or manage symptoms pertaining to depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, and various life stressors will find me effective. I work very well with individuals experiencing stressors pertaining to faith and religion. I have experience working with world-class athletes and artists who are seeking cognitive and behavioral strategies to improve their performance. I understand how chronic health conditions can take a toll on one's mental health, as well as the ways one's mental health can deter management of physical health conditions.
Clients who need skills and planning to regulate emotional distress, relationship challenges, and/or manage symptoms pertaining to depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, and various life stressors will find me effective. I work very well with individuals experiencing stressors pertaining to faith and religion. I have experience working with world-class athletes and artists who are seeking cognitive and behavioral strategies to improve their performance. I understand how chronic health conditions can take a toll on one's mental health, as well as the ways one's mental health can deter management of physical health conditions.
Hi there! I'm Reese and I feel honored that you are considering me to provide support to you. As an out and proud Trans-man, I have the skills and life experience to assist individuals questioning their gender and sexuality. I want to offer you safe, gender affirming mental health care from someone who gets it. In addition to working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, I have a special interest in working with marginalized populations, couples, and teens. Outside of my clinical work, I am a passionate advocate for human rights and social justice, and incorporate this into my considerations of treatment with clients.
Hi there! I'm Reese and I feel honored that you are considering me to provide support to you. As an out and proud Trans-man, I have the skills and life experience to assist individuals questioning their gender and sexuality. I want to offer you safe, gender affirming mental health care from someone who gets it. In addition to working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, I have a special interest in working with marginalized populations, couples, and teens. Outside of my clinical work, I am a passionate advocate for human rights and social justice, and incorporate this into my considerations of treatment with clients.
As a woman of color, my clients have appreciated the cultural humility I bring my to my work to disrupt therapy solely based on Western models. I incorporate perspectives from the clients' cultural and spiritual beliefs. Supporting people through life transitions has been a focus with many clients ranging from college, marriage, divorce, child rearing to career changes. On a personal note, I am a 1.5 generation immigrant who came to this country as a young child, with both personal and professional experience with areas of familial conflict and healing. I will start with where you are and focus on the goals you seek in therapy.
As a woman of color, my clients have appreciated the cultural humility I bring my to my work to disrupt therapy solely based on Western models. I incorporate perspectives from the clients' cultural and spiritual beliefs. Supporting people through life transitions has been a focus with many clients ranging from college, marriage, divorce, child rearing to career changes. On a personal note, I am a 1.5 generation immigrant who came to this country as a young child, with both personal and professional experience with areas of familial conflict and healing. I will start with where you are and focus on the goals you seek in therapy.
Therapy is a valuable tool that can help you set and achieve the goals you have for yourself. Do you want to become a fantastic parent?, let go and forgive?, become more assertive? How about love yourself?, improve your communication skills? All of these and more are attainable in a safe space. I specialize in listening to YOU. Whether we process a trauma together or work on addiction issues, we can do it together.
Therapy is a valuable tool that can help you set and achieve the goals you have for yourself. Do you want to become a fantastic parent?, let go and forgive?, become more assertive? How about love yourself?, improve your communication skills? All of these and more are attainable in a safe space. I specialize in listening to YOU. Whether we process a trauma together or work on addiction issues, we can do it together.
Accepting New Clients! If you are a people-pleaser, burnt out, overwhelmed, anxious, or simply hate saying 'no', I can help. If you are in a toxic relationship, considering divorce, or working through childhood trauma, I can help. If you prefer to take care of others rather than yourself, I can help. Empaths, highly sensitive people, therapists, and doctors, I am here for you, too. The therapy space is a judgment-free zone for healing and restoration. Therapy will help you break those old dysfunctional patterns of behavior. You will learn new coping skills, gain personal insight, and take accountability for your goals and dreams.
Accepting New Clients! If you are a people-pleaser, burnt out, overwhelmed, anxious, or simply hate saying 'no', I can help. If you are in a toxic relationship, considering divorce, or working through childhood trauma, I can help. If you prefer to take care of others rather than yourself, I can help. Empaths, highly sensitive people, therapists, and doctors, I am here for you, too. The therapy space is a judgment-free zone for healing and restoration. Therapy will help you break those old dysfunctional patterns of behavior. You will learn new coping skills, gain personal insight, and take accountability for your goals and dreams.
Allison Tate-Booker
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LCPC, BC-TMH
6 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed counselor with over 15 years’ experience, with additional specialized training in Telebehavioral Health or "on-line therapy." Through empathy and dedication to individualized care, I strive to put clients at ease. Clients describe me as "approachable, insightful, non-judgmental and caring." Through a solution-focused approach it is my goal to help you learn new practices to change old habits and hurts, to help you THRIVE!
I am a licensed counselor with over 15 years’ experience, with additional specialized training in Telebehavioral Health or "on-line therapy." Through empathy and dedication to individualized care, I strive to put clients at ease. Clients describe me as "approachable, insightful, non-judgmental and caring." Through a solution-focused approach it is my goal to help you learn new practices to change old habits and hurts, to help you THRIVE!
With over 20 years of social work experience, I’m dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome challenges and realize their full potential. My professional journey includes work in child welfare, mental health clinics, as an ACT and IAFF clinician, and in private practice. I bring a deep understanding of diverse needs and life experiences to my practice.
With over 20 years of social work experience, I’m dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome challenges and realize their full potential. My professional journey includes work in child welfare, mental health clinics, as an ACT and IAFF clinician, and in private practice. I bring a deep understanding of diverse needs and life experiences to my practice.
Clarissa’s therapeutic approach varies based on the needs and goals of her clients I am master certified for Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma intervention and a Gottman clinically trained couples’ therapist. Other treatment approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Clarissa is dedicated to bringing compassionate, patient-centered care that empowers, supports, and brings hope and healing to her clients.
Clarissa’s therapeutic approach varies based on the needs and goals of her clients I am master certified for Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma intervention and a Gottman clinically trained couples’ therapist. Other treatment approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Clarissa is dedicated to bringing compassionate, patient-centered care that empowers, supports, and brings hope and healing to her clients.
I love working with adults and teens in Maryland who are living with the lingering effects of trauma, stress, or attachment wounds. They are often high functioning on the outside but exhausted on the inside, struggling to feel safe in their own bodies or trust in their relationships. These are the people who show up for everyone else but rarely feel seen or supported themselves. They are drawn to me because my energy feels safe, strong, and human. Therapy with me feels like talking to someone who truly gets it.
I love working with adults and teens in Maryland who are living with the lingering effects of trauma, stress, or attachment wounds. They are often high functioning on the outside but exhausted on the inside, struggling to feel safe in their own bodies or trust in their relationships. These are the people who show up for everyone else but rarely feel seen or supported themselves. They are drawn to me because my energy feels safe, strong, and human. Therapy with me feels like talking to someone who truly gets it.
You deserve to live a life with purpose, peace and joy! My primary purpose “Is to enhance human wellbeing and help meet the basic human needs of all people.” Mental Health treatment is very stigmatized in our society, but I want to overcome those preconceived notions and evolve. I come from a place of understanding and concern and want the best for my clients. Let's walk this journey together and discover what you are really seeking in life.
You deserve to live a life with purpose, peace and joy! My primary purpose “Is to enhance human wellbeing and help meet the basic human needs of all people.” Mental Health treatment is very stigmatized in our society, but I want to overcome those preconceived notions and evolve. I come from a place of understanding and concern and want the best for my clients. Let's walk this journey together and discover what you are really seeking in life.
Shaniqua Parrish-Bacon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Life can often feel overwhelming, with its constant challenges, uncertainties, and demands. Whether it's coping with anxiety, managing the weight of depression, or navigating the daily stresses that seem never-ending, you're not alone in facing these trials. These experiences can leave you feeling stuck, exhausted, or disconnected but Serenity Wellness, LLC is here to help.
As a therapist, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore and understand these struggles. Together, we will develop personalized strategies to help you cope, heal, and regain control of your life.
Life can often feel overwhelming, with its constant challenges, uncertainties, and demands. Whether it's coping with anxiety, managing the weight of depression, or navigating the daily stresses that seem never-ending, you're not alone in facing these trials. These experiences can leave you feeling stuck, exhausted, or disconnected but Serenity Wellness, LLC is here to help.
As a therapist, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore and understand these struggles. Together, we will develop personalized strategies to help you cope, heal, and regain control of your life.
Therapy can be a revelatory process and can bring us back to who we are at our core. I'm a therapist specializing in womanhood– managing stress and burnout; adjustment to motherhood; mid-life challenges including overwhelm and overdoing; and the mature woman navigating mind-body and relationship changes. I have expertise in healing from toxic families and relationships. I'm adept at working toward the realest version of you, leaving behind what no longer works and helping you build strategies for growth. Change is never easy, but it's doable with grace, humor, and the use of real tools that I develop with my clients.
Therapy can be a revelatory process and can bring us back to who we are at our core. I'm a therapist specializing in womanhood– managing stress and burnout; adjustment to motherhood; mid-life challenges including overwhelm and overdoing; and the mature woman navigating mind-body and relationship changes. I have expertise in healing from toxic families and relationships. I'm adept at working toward the realest version of you, leaving behind what no longer works and helping you build strategies for growth. Change is never easy, but it's doable with grace, humor, and the use of real tools that I develop with my clients.
I strive to get to know and understand the unique qualities you possess to best help you on your journey of growth and healing. I employ a person centered and strengths-based approach where I get to know and understand you as an individual and your life experiences. In therapy sessions, I incorporate a variety of techniques and modalities and tailor them to meet your specific needs.
I strive to get to know and understand the unique qualities you possess to best help you on your journey of growth and healing. I employ a person centered and strengths-based approach where I get to know and understand you as an individual and your life experiences. In therapy sessions, I incorporate a variety of techniques and modalities and tailor them to meet your specific needs.
Angela Erin Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist, I specialize in trauma recovery for adults. Specifically, I have clinical experience working with adults who have trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and relationship problems.
As a therapist, I specialize in trauma recovery for adults. Specifically, I have clinical experience working with adults who have trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and relationship problems.
I work with individuals and couples who are all suffering in their own way. I believe that compassion and acceptance are necessary components of effective therapy. We all have the potential for positive change, but there are times when we have lost our perspective and feel overwhelmed. I offer an environment where you can be heard and affirmed. I believe we can find the answers by working together.
I work with individuals and couples who are all suffering in their own way. I believe that compassion and acceptance are necessary components of effective therapy. We all have the potential for positive change, but there are times when we have lost our perspective and feel overwhelmed. I offer an environment where you can be heard and affirmed. I believe we can find the answers by working together.
Do you stay up at night worrying about your child? Have you tried everything you can think of to make things better? Are you thinking that it might be time to get some professional advice from an expert in child development and child behavior? My warm and playful interpersonal style goes a long way in developing a trusting relationship and in assisting your child in making positive changes. I am a PhD licensed psychologist with 23 years of experience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, chronic illness.
Do you stay up at night worrying about your child? Have you tried everything you can think of to make things better? Are you thinking that it might be time to get some professional advice from an expert in child development and child behavior? My warm and playful interpersonal style goes a long way in developing a trusting relationship and in assisting your child in making positive changes. I am a PhD licensed psychologist with 23 years of experience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, chronic illness.
I treat clients of all ethnicities, faiths and gender identities, from high- schoolers to college-age, and adults of any age who are seeking to recover from trauma; struggling with mental health disorders; or crippled by shame and low self-esteem. I also work with couples and families who need help to restore communications and develop trust.
I treat clients of all ethnicities, faiths and gender identities, from high- schoolers to college-age, and adults of any age who are seeking to recover from trauma; struggling with mental health disorders; or crippled by shame and low self-esteem. I also work with couples and families who need help to restore communications and develop trust.
I work with clients to transcend their conscious and subconscious being to explore their potential through an integrative approach. We will go forth on a healing journey through mind, body, and spirit, using a strengths-based approach to help you transform into your healthiest self. I have experience working with women, children, and families in a private setting, as well as in larger organizational systems. I find fulfillment in guiding you through your journey in a safe and accepting space. I feel a deep calling to help individuals heal after toxic relationships.
I work with clients to transcend their conscious and subconscious being to explore their potential through an integrative approach. We will go forth on a healing journey through mind, body, and spirit, using a strengths-based approach to help you transform into your healthiest self. I have experience working with women, children, and families in a private setting, as well as in larger organizational systems. I find fulfillment in guiding you through your journey in a safe and accepting space. I feel a deep calling to help individuals heal after toxic relationships.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Ellicott City Behavioral Health (ECBH). I specialize in health psychology and work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their parents. I see clients with mood concerns such as anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I also work with clients experiencing stress related to medical conditions such as cancer, GI, pain, sleep, injury or rehabilitation, heart conditions, fertility challenges, and other various health problems.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Ellicott City Behavioral Health (ECBH). I specialize in health psychology and work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their parents. I see clients with mood concerns such as anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I also work with clients experiencing stress related to medical conditions such as cancer, GI, pain, sleep, injury or rehabilitation, heart conditions, fertility challenges, and other various health problems.
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Number of Therapists in Ellicott City, MD
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Ellicott City, MD who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Stress |
| 69% | Coping Skills |
| 65% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 77% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 76% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 73% | CareFirst |
How Therapists in Ellicott City, MD see their clients
| 59% | In Person and Online | |
| 41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 84% | Female | |
| 15% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |