Therapists in Frederick County, MD

A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.

Are you hoping to change your life or to feel better, be stronger, or to find your way out of a rough patch? I would be honored to help you along your journey. My goal is to provide a safe healing space if your are suffering with depression, anxiety, substance use issues, trauma history, or relationship issues. It takes courage to seek help and I believe change is possible when you have someone in your corner. Are you worried about your child? My practice provides a comfortable place for them to understand their moods and practice better coping skills. If you are "stuck" or just going through the motions, therapy can help.

Laura provides individual counseling via a secure virtual online live stream platform only. Online therapy benefits are: no travel time, no chance of running into someone you know in the waiting room, and it can provide access to those who have difficulty making it in to an office. The platform is HIPAA compliant. She can see clients who are in Maryland or Florida. She holds a Certificate in Advanced Trauma Treatment and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She is also certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy and trained in Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy (for couples), both specialized trauma treatment techniques.

I believe there is an innate desire within every human to be seen and heard, and to receive value and significance. For so many, a message filled with lies was internalized, “Who cares what I think? My feelings aren't important.” My NUMBER ONE focus is to create an atmosphere where my clients feel at ease, and valued and given the freedom to tell their unique and personal story. The meaning of “Therapy” to me is this, “Therapy is the miracle of, “You tell” and “I listen”. Therapy is the wonder of being heard and understood.” The goal of therapy is for the "best you" to emerge as skills and strategies are learned and implemented.

Fears of the unknown got you feeling paralyzed? Feeling overwhelmed by life? Dealing with everyday stressors while wearing many hats in our everyday lives in addition to maybe feeling weighed down from previous trauma and hurt can take its toll on your mental, physical and emotional health. I am here to help you sort out troublesome areas in your life. I am experienced working with individuals and families who may be struggling with bouts of anxiety, Depression, and or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. I work with clients who may need support working through recent and upcoming changes, transitions, and uncertainties of life.

I believe that working with the whole person - body, mind, spirit- is essential for finding peace and living out your full potential after trauma. I believe that people don't need to suffer as we do and that each individual holds the key resources to healing.