Christian Therapists in Frederick, MD
Society is confusing. You're neurodivergent and/or queer trying to figure out how to exist while a part of a world that pushes for "one size fits all." You're torn between wanting to "get it right" and rejecting the rigid boxes dominant culture wants you in. People's reactions make you question if you did the right thing when placing boundaries or making a request. Or... You're a parent trying to determine what's best for your child. They have big feelings and behaviors. Where do you start? You've learned from "experts" which emotions are correct at certain times which doesn't sit quite right when helping your kid.
Society is confusing. You're neurodivergent and/or queer trying to figure out how to exist while a part of a world that pushes for "one size fits all." You're torn between wanting to "get it right" and rejecting the rigid boxes dominant culture wants you in. People's reactions make you question if you did the right thing when placing boundaries or making a request. Or... You're a parent trying to determine what's best for your child. They have big feelings and behaviors. Where do you start? You've learned from "experts" which emotions are correct at certain times which doesn't sit quite right when helping your kid.
Currently accepting virtual clients in MD & FL!
Whether you're going through a life transition, experiencing something difficult (externally or internally), or want someone you can bounce thoughts, feelings, and ideas off of, I'm here for it. When we take the intentional time to look at how whatever is going on for you is impacting your mental, emotional, physical, and relational health, and how that might be preventing you from reaching your goals, we can not only gain a lot from the therapy process, but also enjoy it. We can work together to talk it through, break down barriers, generate insight, and create positive change.
Currently accepting virtual clients in MD & FL!
Whether you're going through a life transition, experiencing something difficult (externally or internally), or want someone you can bounce thoughts, feelings, and ideas off of, I'm here for it. When we take the intentional time to look at how whatever is going on for you is impacting your mental, emotional, physical, and relational health, and how that might be preventing you from reaching your goals, we can not only gain a lot from the therapy process, but also enjoy it. We can work together to talk it through, break down barriers, generate insight, and create positive change.
Do you find yourself stuck in unwanted patterns, challenging relationships or struggling with a past trauma? Are you going through a transition in your life? Do you feel discouraged about life circumstances or feel tired and burned out?
You are not alone and life can be hard. It is normal to want support, and I commend you for seeking care. I work with adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, workplace stress and more. You will have a safe place to process your concerns, be empowered to navigate life's challenges and feel seen and understood. You deserve mental, emotional and relationship health!
Do you find yourself stuck in unwanted patterns, challenging relationships or struggling with a past trauma? Are you going through a transition in your life? Do you feel discouraged about life circumstances or feel tired and burned out?
You are not alone and life can be hard. It is normal to want support, and I commend you for seeking care. I work with adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, workplace stress and more. You will have a safe place to process your concerns, be empowered to navigate life's challenges and feel seen and understood. You deserve mental, emotional and relationship health!
My ideal client is navigating a major life transition—pregnancy, postpartum, relationship shifts, or adolescence—while struggling with anxiety, depression, or uncertainty. They need a safe, nonjudgmental space to process emotions, gain coping strategies, and feel validated. Whether adjusting to parenthood, seeking advocacy in healthcare, or managing identity challenges, they want support that fosters confidence, resilience, and balance. Through compassionate, trauma-informed care, I help them feel empowered, supported, and in control of their emotional well-being.
My ideal client is navigating a major life transition—pregnancy, postpartum, relationship shifts, or adolescence—while struggling with anxiety, depression, or uncertainty. They need a safe, nonjudgmental space to process emotions, gain coping strategies, and feel validated. Whether adjusting to parenthood, seeking advocacy in healthcare, or managing identity challenges, they want support that fosters confidence, resilience, and balance. Through compassionate, trauma-informed care, I help them feel empowered, supported, and in control of their emotional well-being.
Maryland LCSW-C & West Virginia LICSW -
For the past 23 years, I have worked in therapy, case management, and behavioral health, helping individuals, couples, families, children, professionals, first responders, military personnel, and students navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting, relationship challenges, divorce, addiction, stress, and life transitions. My experience also includes crisis intervention, adoption and foster care, intensive outpatient treatment (IOP), employee assistance programs (EAP), men's abuse intervention programs, and juvenile sex offender treatment.
Maryland LCSW-C & West Virginia LICSW -
For the past 23 years, I have worked in therapy, case management, and behavioral health, helping individuals, couples, families, children, professionals, first responders, military personnel, and students navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting, relationship challenges, divorce, addiction, stress, and life transitions. My experience also includes crisis intervention, adoption and foster care, intensive outpatient treatment (IOP), employee assistance programs (EAP), men's abuse intervention programs, and juvenile sex offender treatment.
For more then 25 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate some of the most meaningful and challenging moments of their lives. My approach is rooted in respect, honesty, and genuine connection. I believe trust is built through consistency, showing up, listening deeply, and honoring each person's unique story. My clients know me as someone who creates a safe, steady space where they can speak freely and be met with compassion rather than judgment. Over the years, I've learned that healing grows from strong relationships, and I am committed to fostering that with each client.
For more then 25 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they navigate some of the most meaningful and challenging moments of their lives. My approach is rooted in respect, honesty, and genuine connection. I believe trust is built through consistency, showing up, listening deeply, and honoring each person's unique story. My clients know me as someone who creates a safe, steady space where they can speak freely and be met with compassion rather than judgment. Over the years, I've learned that healing grows from strong relationships, and I am committed to fostering that with each client.
I am bilingual (English and Spanish) and am licensed in MD, PA, and PsyPact! My ideal clients are children (5+), adolescents, and adults who are seeking a provider that truly understands their cultural context and lived experiences. They are often navigating complex challenges such as trauma, anxiety, ADHD, or identity development and need a safe, bilingual space where they can express themselves fully, without having to translate their emotions or explain their background. They want a holistic approach to healing because they understand that mental health is deeply intertwined with their environment, family, and culture.
I am bilingual (English and Spanish) and am licensed in MD, PA, and PsyPact! My ideal clients are children (5+), adolescents, and adults who are seeking a provider that truly understands their cultural context and lived experiences. They are often navigating complex challenges such as trauma, anxiety, ADHD, or identity development and need a safe, bilingual space where they can express themselves fully, without having to translate their emotions or explain their background. They want a holistic approach to healing because they understand that mental health is deeply intertwined with their environment, family, and culture.
Hi there! I'm Piper, and I specialize in the treatment of OCD and trauma. I strive to lead with curious compassion in all that I do; whatever your goals, we'll chase them together while fostering increased self-confidence and lasting change along the way. I have additional experience working with the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, young professionals, and those in academia (to name a few) and I'd love to learn from you, too.
Hi there! I'm Piper, and I specialize in the treatment of OCD and trauma. I strive to lead with curious compassion in all that I do; whatever your goals, we'll chase them together while fostering increased self-confidence and lasting change along the way. I have additional experience working with the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, young professionals, and those in academia (to name a few) and I'd love to learn from you, too.
An ideal client is anyone ready to do the work! If you are motivated to seek growth and open to exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.l, you're . Clients may struggle with challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD or just struggling with life transitions: i.e relational issues, unresolved trauma, impact or cultural stressors. Their needs center around understanding their mental health, identifying triggers, and learning effective coping and grounding strategies. They seek a safe and supportive space to explore their challenges and desire guidance to develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy behaviors.
An ideal client is anyone ready to do the work! If you are motivated to seek growth and open to exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.l, you're . Clients may struggle with challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD or just struggling with life transitions: i.e relational issues, unresolved trauma, impact or cultural stressors. Their needs center around understanding their mental health, identifying triggers, and learning effective coping and grounding strategies. They seek a safe and supportive space to explore their challenges and desire guidance to develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy behaviors.
If you are searching for a therapist, that means you are looking for help making a change in your life. My role will be a guide and support along the way. Sometimes we need someone to help us understand the why and how of making those changes. I can be that person for you.
I have 25+ years of experience as a licensed provider. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with issues related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I provided trauma-informed care, including EMDR. I also bring experience working with military, healthcare, and first responder populations.
If you are searching for a therapist, that means you are looking for help making a change in your life. My role will be a guide and support along the way. Sometimes we need someone to help us understand the why and how of making those changes. I can be that person for you.
I have 25+ years of experience as a licensed provider. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with issues related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I provided trauma-informed care, including EMDR. I also bring experience working with military, healthcare, and first responder populations.
I am a birth trauma therapist who provides EMDR therapy in person and virtually. I am passionate about helping women who have gone through a complicated pregnancy or birth, process their birth story and connect back to themselves. If you experienced an emergency c-section, NICU separation, pre-eclampsia, or your birth did not go as planned in a significant way, then your story matters. Using therapies like EMDR, I can help you heal from a traumatic birth, move through what happened, and finally feel more regulated, present, and at peace.
I am a birth trauma therapist who provides EMDR therapy in person and virtually. I am passionate about helping women who have gone through a complicated pregnancy or birth, process their birth story and connect back to themselves. If you experienced an emergency c-section, NICU separation, pre-eclampsia, or your birth did not go as planned in a significant way, then your story matters. Using therapies like EMDR, I can help you heal from a traumatic birth, move through what happened, and finally feel more regulated, present, and at peace.
Life brings challenges, and everyday stressors can disrupt our sense of balance. Sometimes fear keeps us from pursuing our goals, or anxiety makes even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Talking with someone about these experiences can open the door to strategies that ease stress and help you move forward with confidence.
Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a wide range of tools to support individuals and families. My aim is for every session to leave you with at least five practical techniques—simple, discreet strategies you can use anytime, anywhere—for both immediate relief and lasting resilience.
Life brings challenges, and everyday stressors can disrupt our sense of balance. Sometimes fear keeps us from pursuing our goals, or anxiety makes even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Talking with someone about these experiences can open the door to strategies that ease stress and help you move forward with confidence.
Over the course of my career, I’ve developed a wide range of tools to support individuals and families. My aim is for every session to leave you with at least five practical techniques—simple, discreet strategies you can use anytime, anywhere—for both immediate relief and lasting resilience.
My ideal client is someone who feels a pull to understand themselves more deeply. They may come in with surface-level struggles such as stress, relationship challenges, career uncertainty, or a sense of being stuck. At the same time, they’re curious about the deeper patterns that shape these struggles-recurring themes, limiting beliefs, or unresolved experiences that continue to influence their lives.
My ideal client is someone who feels a pull to understand themselves more deeply. They may come in with surface-level struggles such as stress, relationship challenges, career uncertainty, or a sense of being stuck. At the same time, they’re curious about the deeper patterns that shape these struggles-recurring themes, limiting beliefs, or unresolved experiences that continue to influence their lives.
Our healing team works to be your listening ears. Every session is tailored to help you identify the individual issues we need to help with and design a plan to help you move forward I'm a healthy daily lifestyle. We utilize individual and group depending on your needs and preferences. We utilize meditation, mindfulness if you desire. No medication is prescribed, we have partners to refer if needed.
Our healing team works to be your listening ears. Every session is tailored to help you identify the individual issues we need to help with and design a plan to help you move forward I'm a healthy daily lifestyle. We utilize individual and group depending on your needs and preferences. We utilize meditation, mindfulness if you desire. No medication is prescribed, we have partners to refer if needed.
I believe that you should feel comfortable with the therapist you choose and hopeful about the therapy. When you feel this way, therapy is more likely to have a positive outcome. Please allow me to describe how I see therapy. I use a cognitive behavioral approach, which is based on the idea that our thoughts cause our feelings and behaviors, not things such as people, situations, and events. I am a firm believer that we can change the way we think, feel, and act even if the situation does not change. Today you are one step closer to a new "you" where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.
I believe that you should feel comfortable with the therapist you choose and hopeful about the therapy. When you feel this way, therapy is more likely to have a positive outcome. Please allow me to describe how I see therapy. I use a cognitive behavioral approach, which is based on the idea that our thoughts cause our feelings and behaviors, not things such as people, situations, and events. I am a firm believer that we can change the way we think, feel, and act even if the situation does not change. Today you are one step closer to a new "you" where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.
I am an evidence based clinician that prioritizes patient education to empower my clients to work toward treatment goals. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings and I strongly believe that a good foundation to therapy starts with a strong therapeutic alliance with a therapist. I value rapport building and taking the time to learn my clients.
I am an evidence based clinician that prioritizes patient education to empower my clients to work toward treatment goals. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings and I strongly believe that a good foundation to therapy starts with a strong therapeutic alliance with a therapist. I value rapport building and taking the time to learn my clients.
Accepting new clients! Hi, I’m an art therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to happen sitting across from someone on a couch. I work with children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, overwhelm, ADHD, life transitions, emotional regulation, or simply feeling stuck. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, creative, and genuinely welcoming- where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we'll explore what you're carrying, build practical coping skills, strengthen self-expression, and help you feel more confident navigating everyday life.
Accepting new clients! Hi, I’m an art therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to happen sitting across from someone on a couch. I work with children, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, overwhelm, ADHD, life transitions, emotional regulation, or simply feeling stuck. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, creative, and genuinely welcoming- where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we'll explore what you're carrying, build practical coping skills, strengthen self-expression, and help you feel more confident navigating everyday life.
Life Can Be Hard. Therapy Shouldn't Be. A calm and safe space can go a long way in helping us find our way forward. I understand that there is no one size fits all in therapy. Every person and every motivation to seek counseling is different. Nevertheless, you've arrived here. Let's begin your journey towards being a better you. My therapy style can best be described as compassionate, caring, and humorous. Afterall, laughter can be a powerful tool. I approach my work holistically by working with my clients to best understand their needs while looking at how their basic needs are being met.
Life Can Be Hard. Therapy Shouldn't Be. A calm and safe space can go a long way in helping us find our way forward. I understand that there is no one size fits all in therapy. Every person and every motivation to seek counseling is different. Nevertheless, you've arrived here. Let's begin your journey towards being a better you. My therapy style can best be described as compassionate, caring, and humorous. Afterall, laughter can be a powerful tool. I approach my work holistically by working with my clients to best understand their needs while looking at how their basic needs are being met.
JoAnn Sheffield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ACC, LCAC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is a thoughtful, self-aware adult navigating a difficult season of life who wants more than just symptom relief. They want clarity, insight, and meaningful change. They may be facing a major life transition, grief or loss, relationship strain, retirement ambiguity, work stress / burnout, imposter syndrome, questions about identity or purpose, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
They are often people who have spent much of their lives being the responsible one and who now need space to focus on themselves, make sense of what they’re experiencing, and move forward with greater confidence.
My ideal client is a thoughtful, self-aware adult navigating a difficult season of life who wants more than just symptom relief. They want clarity, insight, and meaningful change. They may be facing a major life transition, grief or loss, relationship strain, retirement ambiguity, work stress / burnout, imposter syndrome, questions about identity or purpose, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
They are often people who have spent much of their lives being the responsible one and who now need space to focus on themselves, make sense of what they’re experiencing, and move forward with greater confidence.
Hi, I'm Heather Cheshire, LCSW-C. I have been a clinical social worker for 13 years. I aim to utilize talk therapy to help support the emotional growth desired by my clients. I believe in building strong relationships to help clients meet their goals. Most of my experience providing therapy has been with middle school, high school, and college aged youth and young adults. I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
Hi, I'm Heather Cheshire, LCSW-C. I have been a clinical social worker for 13 years. I aim to utilize talk therapy to help support the emotional growth desired by my clients. I believe in building strong relationships to help clients meet their goals. Most of my experience providing therapy has been with middle school, high school, and college aged youth and young adults. I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
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