Female Therapists in Frederick, MD

Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Maybe you haven’t felt like yourself lately, or you’re more stressed and anxious than usual. The pressures of work, school, relationships, & life changes can weigh on us. If you’re feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward, therapy can provide a safe space to explore options and gain knowledge. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental, with the aim to help clients feel seen and heard.

Immediate Openings for new telehealth clients! I specialize in treating trauma and OCD. I also have extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and stress.

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!

Do you feel sad or have no energy or oomph? Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, let trauma control us, or be anxious/angry all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain and find meaning and purpose in family, friendships, spirituality, work, and all other life areas. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C). I work with teens and adults of all ages, couples/partners, and families. My area of expertise is working with individuals who have experienced trauma and those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and self-esteem issues.

I love helping people feel heard, understood, and seen through a compassionate and empathic approach to therapy. I work with a broad range of people, from elementary schoolers to adults. I love working with kids, teens, young adults, and women. I have experience working in a crisis center, schools, and private practice, and approach my work through a trauma-informed lens. I have supported people who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, unexpected crisis, chronic health problems, grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting issues, problems at school, and problems with emotion regulation.

If you're thinking of seeking therapy, listen to that inner voice. Whether it turns out to be some simple problem solving or an adventurous journey of self discovery, a therapeutic experience is always valuable. I love my work and feel honored to share in your journey. My approach is warm, light-hearted and down to earth. I am a clinical social worker and have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and couples.

Life is full of bumps in the road and detours. Many of them we can navigate on our own. The big boulders and wrong turns, however, may require a guide and new tools. Depressed? Anxious? Stressed? Feeling stuck? Not sure of your purpose anymore? At a cross road? This approach is for those desiring strategies to come back into alignment and use obstacles as growth opportunities and self discovery.

So it’s gotten to this point. you’re on Psychology Today looking for a therapist. Maybe it’s the 1st time or the 7th time, but things are finally at the point where something needs to change. Are you dreading work everyday? Getting in arguments with your partner about the smallest things? So frustrated with the kids that you’re sitting in the car longer and longer every day when you come home from work? If you’re still reading I’m going to ask you to pause for a moment and breathe in as you count to four … hold your breath as you count to seven … now exhale as you count to eight.

Have you been in therapy before and it wasn't the best fit? Is this your first time searching for a therapist for yourself or for a loved one? Not sure if your stress in life is “enough” to need therapy? Good therapy is built on a relationship of warmth, empathy, and authenticity. Life can be tough and it can be beneficial to have a therapist who really "gets you" by your side to navigate difficult times. Not all therapy sessions must be intense and serious! I can help you embrace the strengths you innately possess to have joy, laughter, and contentment in life.

Are you a couple craving a deeper connection and better communication? A teen or adult struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions? Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or ‘stuck’, I am here to help you embark on a journey of awareness, acceptance, and growth. My focus is on creating a warm and inviting space for you (or you and your partner) to explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences associated with your unique story. We will work together to develop personalized treatment plans aimed at achieving the goals YOU want to achieve. Life is hard, therapy helps!

Are you struggling with a death, divorce, loss of a job, pet or relationship? Have often been referred to as "too sensitive?" My clients are those who have experienced loss through any change, transition or end of life. With a holisitic approach to loss and transition, clients will be able to access resilience and have a safe space to explore possibilities. My clients will discover a compassionate place to explore how life can still have purpose and possibility after life changing transitions. Additionally, my clients will learn about the HSP trait and what gifts this provides to their lives and relationships.

I work with adolescents and adults who are seeking counseling for a variety of reasons, such as healing from trauma, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, life transitions/adjustment, relationship issues, suicidal ideation and self-harm, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral issues, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, and self-exploration. Starting therapy is intimidating, so I like to start with building a trusting and collaborative relationship that will help empower clients in their healing process. The human experience can be difficult to navigate so It is my goal to provide a safe space where clients don’t have to face it alone.

Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.

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 are a match? Give me a call. Together, we got this!

Have you found yourself struggling with depression, self-doubt, grief, emotional stress, anxiety, or relationship issues? If so, you've come to the right place! We all face challenges in life that may feel too heavy to manage on our own. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients to feel supported and empowered in navigating life’s challenges and transitions. I am passionate about helping clients from all backgrounds identify their strengths, explore opportunities for growth, and get to know themselves more deeply.

Life can be so challenging... at times feeling like the point of it all is hidden somewhere. Have you felt lost, wondering how to navigate through the changes of life, the ups and downs that come? Symptoms like anxiety and depression can feel isolating and suffocating, leading you to question how to live out your purpose. I am here and ready to support you. I've started Transformed by Grace, LLC with the intention of guiding my clients through life's stressors with God first as a primary source of support. This will be a space you can share and work toward your transformation, regardless of where you are in your faith.

Asking for help is not easy. It takes an immense amount of courage to step into a stranger's office and share your story with them. As a therapist, earning my client's trust and working with them to find solutions that can improve their life is a great honor. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a range of issues including sexual addiction, couples and family conflict, developmental disabilities, codependency, anxiety, and depression.

You may notice the push-pull of opposing experiences inside your mind at the same time. On one hand, you feel joy, but a part of you also feels sad. Maybe you feel excited, yet something warns you not to get your hopes up because it’ll never work out. Despite being worried and anxious, you still muster the courage to show up every day for what that scares you most. Perhaps you love your partner but don't really like them. Or you feel stuck in a job for financial security, but deeply desire change that will allow you to live more true to yourself.

You are not your story! If you feel alone, unseen or invisible, asking "what's the matter with me?"or "why aren't I enough?" I want to create an emotionally safe space for you to be seen and heard, to help you safely process whatever events, feelings, or family of origin issues have led up to where you find yourself today. I am a trauma-focused therapist seeing clients virtually throughout NY, NJ, and MD, passionate about my clients finding freedom, healing, and self-kindness through our work. I specialize in betrayal trauma, childhood abuse and CEN (Childhood Emotional Neglect), addictions, emotional regulation, and suicide loss.