Female Therapists in Frederick, MD
Are you are feeling like traditional talk therapy is not enough? Are you finding that you aren't really feeling better after your therapy sessions? Do have a really busy life and scheduling your life around hourly sessions is no longer working for you? Well you've come to the right place. Talk therapy aims to change the way you think which is supposed to change the way you feel but our brains don't work that way. Then when you don't feel any better you are given coping skills that are supposed to do the trick. What if you actually felt differently about your past or your triggers and it naturally changed the way you thought?
Are you are feeling like traditional talk therapy is not enough? Are you finding that you aren't really feeling better after your therapy sessions? Do have a really busy life and scheduling your life around hourly sessions is no longer working for you? Well you've come to the right place. Talk therapy aims to change the way you think which is supposed to change the way you feel but our brains don't work that way. Then when you don't feel any better you are given coping skills that are supposed to do the trick. What if you actually felt differently about your past or your triggers and it naturally changed the way you thought?
I offer a chance for you to look at your struggles in a different way by peeling back the layers and having an honest discussion. By leaning on your strengths and developing new ones, we can work together to help you create a plan to address the concerns that have brought you to therapy. My style is compassion with a blend of humor, trust, honesty, cheerleading, concern, and grace. I will meet you where you are in order to help you take your next steps. Today is a great day to start this journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you. Do you think we might be a match? Give me a call. Together, we got this!
I offer a chance for you to look at your struggles in a different way by peeling back the layers and having an honest discussion. By leaning on your strengths and developing new ones, we can work together to help you create a plan to address the concerns that have brought you to therapy. My style is compassion with a blend of humor, trust, honesty, cheerleading, concern, and grace. I will meet you where you are in order to help you take your next steps. Today is a great day to start this journey, and I am honored to walk alongside you. Do you think we might be a match? Give me a call. Together, we got this!
I work with clients who are interested in exploring alternative approaches to traditional therapy. Whether you’re looking for a different way to engage in therapy or simply feel a connection to music, music therapy may be a good fit for you. You don’t need any musical background—music is a universal human experience. I believe in the healing power of both music and science. Music therapy combines both to support healing and personal growth.
I work with clients who are interested in exploring alternative approaches to traditional therapy. Whether you’re looking for a different way to engage in therapy or simply feel a connection to music, music therapy may be a good fit for you. You don’t need any musical background—music is a universal human experience. I believe in the healing power of both music and science. Music therapy combines both to support healing and personal growth.
I am passionate about helping women that were diagnosed with ADHD and Autism in adulthood.
Therapy is never one-size-fits-all and I find a combination of approaches works best. My specializations include: Brainspotting, Voice Dialogue, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping).
I am passionate about helping women that were diagnosed with ADHD and Autism in adulthood.
Therapy is never one-size-fits-all and I find a combination of approaches works best. My specializations include: Brainspotting, Voice Dialogue, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT Tapping).
With nearly 20 years' experience in the mental health field, I have a wealth of experience treating adults and children through a wide host of challenges. Whether your distress has been long lasting or caused by a recent event, we will work together to identify, understand, and overcome what is holding you back from your desired life experience. The most important factor in a successful therapy outcome is the client/therapist relationship. I believe you will find me to be a welcoming, knowledgeable, light hearted, and down to earth.
With nearly 20 years' experience in the mental health field, I have a wealth of experience treating adults and children through a wide host of challenges. Whether your distress has been long lasting or caused by a recent event, we will work together to identify, understand, and overcome what is holding you back from your desired life experience. The most important factor in a successful therapy outcome is the client/therapist relationship. I believe you will find me to be a welcoming, knowledgeable, light hearted, and down to earth.
If you're a veteran, first responder, or anyone struggling with PTSD or complex trauma, you've come to the right place. As an Army veteran myself, I get the hurdles you face and the courage it takes to ask for help. I specialize in EMDR, a powerful tool for tackling trauma head-on. In our sessions, we'll craft coping strategies tailored just for you, aimed at strengthening your resilience and restoring your sense of control. Let’s work together to turn the tide on trauma and pave the way to a more hopeful, fulfilling life. Let's take this step by step, aiming for healing and lasting change.
If you're a veteran, first responder, or anyone struggling with PTSD or complex trauma, you've come to the right place. As an Army veteran myself, I get the hurdles you face and the courage it takes to ask for help. I specialize in EMDR, a powerful tool for tackling trauma head-on. In our sessions, we'll craft coping strategies tailored just for you, aimed at strengthening your resilience and restoring your sense of control. Let’s work together to turn the tide on trauma and pave the way to a more hopeful, fulfilling life. Let's take this step by step, aiming for healing and lasting change.
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes unhealthy patterns and is ready to make a change, whether this is a disruption in day-to-day functioning, relationships, self-esteem, or addiction. Even if your goal isn't clear at the moment, I will help guide you along the way until you're able to see the finish line you envision. Clients should be ready to be challenged and encouraged to get outside of their comfort zone.
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes unhealthy patterns and is ready to make a change, whether this is a disruption in day-to-day functioning, relationships, self-esteem, or addiction. Even if your goal isn't clear at the moment, I will help guide you along the way until you're able to see the finish line you envision. Clients should be ready to be challenged and encouraged to get outside of their comfort zone.
Begin Your Healing Journey With PaulineJo, LMSW!
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you want to break free from patterns of overthinking, fear, and emotional pain, and find tools to manage life’s stressors with greater ease? Do you seek a safe space to process your emotions, understand yourself more deeply, and build resilience to handle challenges? Do you dream of feeling more in control, confident, and connected to yourself and others, and are ready to make that change with the right support?
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you want to break free from patterns of overthinking, fear, and emotional pain, and find tools to manage life’s stressors with greater ease? Do you seek a safe space to process your emotions, understand yourself more deeply, and build resilience to handle challenges? Do you dream of feeling more in control, confident, and connected to yourself and others, and are ready to make that change with the right support?
I love working with individuals who are open, honest, vulnerable, and willing to try something a little different to see if it works. I value the trusting relationship we will build together, and I like to view your healing journey as something that we will work on as a team. I am a trauma therapist and use an attachment/relational framework for healing. I understand that going to therapy may feel scary, and you might not know what to say or talk about - that's okay! I am warm, compassionate, welcoming, supportive - and fun!
I love working with individuals who are open, honest, vulnerable, and willing to try something a little different to see if it works. I value the trusting relationship we will build together, and I like to view your healing journey as something that we will work on as a team. I am a trauma therapist and use an attachment/relational framework for healing. I understand that going to therapy may feel scary, and you might not know what to say or talk about - that's okay! I am warm, compassionate, welcoming, supportive - and fun!
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
Katie Frazee
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21703
The primary goal of counseling is to provide the most effective therapeutic experience available to you. The purpose is to help facilitate behavior change by improving the client's ability to establish and maintain relationships, enhancing the client's effectiveness and ability to cope, promoting the decision-making process, and facilitating client potential and development. Clinicians cannot fix other people's problems; our job is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows the individual an opportunity to build the necessary skills needed to make better choices in their life.
The primary goal of counseling is to provide the most effective therapeutic experience available to you. The purpose is to help facilitate behavior change by improving the client's ability to establish and maintain relationships, enhancing the client's effectiveness and ability to cope, promoting the decision-making process, and facilitating client potential and development. Clinicians cannot fix other people's problems; our job is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows the individual an opportunity to build the necessary skills needed to make better choices in their life.
Meet Our Female Therapists
Susan Mary Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have over twenty years experience working with survivors of childhood trauma, intimate partner violence, struggling couples, grief support, children/family issues, substance misuse, relapse prevention, mood disorders and aging concerns. I enjoy working with people who are struggling to find a path, to assist individuals to feel motivated, empowered, to feel more fulfilled and to find meaning and joy in their lives again.
I have over twenty years experience working with survivors of childhood trauma, intimate partner violence, struggling couples, grief support, children/family issues, substance misuse, relapse prevention, mood disorders and aging concerns. I enjoy working with people who are struggling to find a path, to assist individuals to feel motivated, empowered, to feel more fulfilled and to find meaning and joy in their lives again.
College students, women, and LGBTQ+ youth are all communities I have assisted with increasing their ways of managing daily stressors and decreasing their anxiety and depression.
Have you had a recent life change and finding it difficult to cope? Perhaps, you are wanting to learn ways of setting boundaries with family members. I am here to listen as you share those stressors and learn ways to manage them. It is always my hope that you leave therapy better equipped to handle whatever life may throw at you. It does not matter what brings you to therapy, I welcome you and am glad you are here.
College students, women, and LGBTQ+ youth are all communities I have assisted with increasing their ways of managing daily stressors and decreasing their anxiety and depression.
Have you had a recent life change and finding it difficult to cope? Perhaps, you are wanting to learn ways of setting boundaries with family members. I am here to listen as you share those stressors and learn ways to manage them. It is always my hope that you leave therapy better equipped to handle whatever life may throw at you. It does not matter what brings you to therapy, I welcome you and am glad you are here.
Ever feel like you're just trying to keep it together while the house is on fire? (We've all been there.) Life can be incredibly stressful, and sometimes those challenges impact everything from daily tasks to deeper emotional wounds. Whether you're struggling with stress, executive functioning, or trauma, therapy can help. If you're ready to put down the fire extinguisher and find some peace, I'd love to connect.
Ever feel like you're just trying to keep it together while the house is on fire? (We've all been there.) Life can be incredibly stressful, and sometimes those challenges impact everything from daily tasks to deeper emotional wounds. Whether you're struggling with stress, executive functioning, or trauma, therapy can help. If you're ready to put down the fire extinguisher and find some peace, I'd love to connect.
I am Fredina James, a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland. I work with many clients from all demographics; however, as a former school counselor, I am also passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, and neurodivergent populations. Many clients come in when challenged with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and childhood traumas. Others may want to talk and maintain good mental health.
I am Fredina James, a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland. I work with many clients from all demographics; however, as a former school counselor, I am also passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, and neurodivergent populations. Many clients come in when challenged with anxiety, depression, family conflict, and childhood traumas. Others may want to talk and maintain good mental 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. 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. 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!
Is your adolescent struggling with making good choices, experiencing anxiety, being bullied, or simply not thriving? When children enter school they may be exposed to new peer pressures, academic demands or uncertainty in their environment. Children tend to withdraw or demonstrate behavior changes when they are faced with challenges they don't know how to navigate. Parents often struggle with how to best support their child. This is where counseling for children, teens and college students can provide guidance in supporting a child's social, emotional and academic growth. Having a neutral adult relationship in their lives can help!
Is your adolescent struggling with making good choices, experiencing anxiety, being bullied, or simply not thriving? When children enter school they may be exposed to new peer pressures, academic demands or uncertainty in their environment. Children tend to withdraw or demonstrate behavior changes when they are faced with challenges they don't know how to navigate. Parents often struggle with how to best support their child. This is where counseling for children, teens and college students can provide guidance in supporting a child's social, emotional and academic growth. Having a neutral adult relationship in their lives can help!
Jess Albright
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Being human can be so freaking heavy and hard! I’m Jess, and I’m what I like to call mama-thentic. I’m a mama, and I’m authentic! I invite you to come as you are and allow me to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery. I will listen, guide, and support as you work towards peace, change, and growth. The greatest gift you can give yourself (and your children) is the most healed version of yourself. Allow me to help so that your past no longer controls your present.
Being human can be so freaking heavy and hard! I’m Jess, and I’m what I like to call mama-thentic. I’m a mama, and I’m authentic! I invite you to come as you are and allow me to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery. I will listen, guide, and support as you work towards peace, change, and growth. The greatest gift you can give yourself (and your children) is the most healed version of yourself. Allow me to help so that your past no longer controls your present.
Amber Frazier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RBT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I believe a client innately possesses the strengths necessary to live a fulfilling life. My goal is to foster those strengths and help clients develop individualized coping strategies to take on life’s challenges. I encourage my clients to explore emotions, social skills, and behaviors in a safe and validating environment. Through a therapeutic relationship with the client, we can collaboratively discover the best strategies and tools to navigate life’s challenges. Let’s learn about you together!
I believe a client innately possesses the strengths necessary to live a fulfilling life. My goal is to foster those strengths and help clients develop individualized coping strategies to take on life’s challenges. I encourage my clients to explore emotions, social skills, and behaviors in a safe and validating environment. Through a therapeutic relationship with the client, we can collaboratively discover the best strategies and tools to navigate life’s challenges. Let’s learn about you together!
KAP Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I typically see individuals struggling with life stressors, depression, anxiety, and other events that can leave someone feeling broken. Sometimes it can take a little or a lot to get to a place that a person feels they can't manage all that life throws at them. It's rewarding to work with clients that recognize a need and are willing to explore ways to improve their current circumstances or manage their stressors. I hope to be safe place to encourage and facility healthy behaviors and thoughts.
I typically see individuals struggling with life stressors, depression, anxiety, and other events that can leave someone feeling broken. Sometimes it can take a little or a lot to get to a place that a person feels they can't manage all that life throws at them. It's rewarding to work with clients that recognize a need and are willing to explore ways to improve their current circumstances or manage their stressors. I hope to be safe place to encourage and facility healthy behaviors and thoughts.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.