Therapists in Frederick, MD
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.
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you feeling stuck, uncertain, or unsettled? Maybe you are seeking guidance and renewed understanding in your relationship? Please know that you don’t have to do it alone. I would like to help! From stressed, unhappy, and anxious adults and teens grappling with identity, anxiety, peer conflict, and more I am happy to offer support to those in need of my service. I am also eager to help couples with a variety of concerns such as communication errors, healing from broken trust, and strengthening intimacy all from a neutral, nonjudgemental, sex positive and gender affirming perspective.
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you feeling stuck, uncertain, or unsettled? Maybe you are seeking guidance and renewed understanding in your relationship? Please know that you don’t have to do it alone. I would like to help! From stressed, unhappy, and anxious adults and teens grappling with identity, anxiety, peer conflict, and more I am happy to offer support to those in need of my service. I am also eager to help couples with a variety of concerns such as communication errors, healing from broken trust, and strengthening intimacy all from a neutral, nonjudgemental, sex positive and gender affirming perspective.
Tina is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of clinical experience in leadership, counseling and assisting men, women, and children impacted by mental health, trauma, and addiction. In the past, Tina had served as the lead supervisor at a well known outpatient behavioral health agency in WDC for the development and implementation of an innovative co-occurring disorder research project funded by the West family and partnered with Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center where she worked within a team to help over 100 consumers tackle and deal with their addiction and improve their mental health symptoms.
Tina is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of clinical experience in leadership, counseling and assisting men, women, and children impacted by mental health, trauma, and addiction. In the past, Tina had served as the lead supervisor at a well known outpatient behavioral health agency in WDC for the development and implementation of an innovative co-occurring disorder research project funded by the West family and partnered with Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center where she worked within a team to help over 100 consumers tackle and deal with their addiction and improve their mental health symptoms.
My name is Ana-Alicia Garcia, and I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland for 3 years. I graduated from Michigan State University to pursue a career to help people. I am someone who believes in finding ways to guide clients to the best version of themselves, blasting through the barriers, and strengthening resolve. While my experience is primarily working with people involved in the correctional setting to address addictive and criminal behaviors, I have a strong desire to assist those in the community with the challenges they face in daily life.
My name is Ana-Alicia Garcia, and I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland for 3 years. I graduated from Michigan State University to pursue a career to help people. I am someone who believes in finding ways to guide clients to the best version of themselves, blasting through the barriers, and strengthening resolve. While my experience is primarily working with people involved in the correctional setting to address addictive and criminal behaviors, I have a strong desire to assist those in the community with the challenges they face in daily life.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, and adults can feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. My goal is to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered as they work toward healing and personal growth.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, and adults can feel safe exploring their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. My goal is to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered as they work toward healing and personal growth.
If you feel stuck in patterns with food, self-care, or repeated attempts to change, you are not alone. Many people want a healthier, more peaceful life but feel overwhelmed by stress, shame, or disappointment. My approach is compassionate, practical, and faith-based for those who desire it. Together we focus on mindset, realistic goals, accountability, and steady progress that leads to lasting change. If you are ready to build a healthier relationship with food, your body, and your life, I invite you to reach out and begin your next chapter.
If you feel stuck in patterns with food, self-care, or repeated attempts to change, you are not alone. Many people want a healthier, more peaceful life but feel overwhelmed by stress, shame, or disappointment. My approach is compassionate, practical, and faith-based for those who desire it. Together we focus on mindset, realistic goals, accountability, and steady progress that leads to lasting change. If you are ready to build a healthier relationship with food, your body, and your life, I invite you to reach out and begin your next chapter.
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.
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.
Now Accepting New Clients! True Life Change is an integrated mental health group of Professional Licensed Counselors, Clinical Social Workers, and Master Level Interns. We will connect you to one of our thoughtful, competent, compassionate providers who will create an individualized treatment plan with special consideration of psychological, social, physical, and environmental factors. Our goal is to help improve ones mental health, assist with achieving goals, and create overall wellness.
Now Accepting New Clients! True Life Change is an integrated mental health group of Professional Licensed Counselors, Clinical Social Workers, and Master Level Interns. We will connect you to one of our thoughtful, competent, compassionate providers who will create an individualized treatment plan with special consideration of psychological, social, physical, and environmental factors. Our goal is to help improve ones mental health, assist with achieving goals, and create overall wellness.
I work with individuals, couples, and families—particularly those within LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities—who are seeking a safe, affirming space to navigate life’s challenges and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. Many of my clients are experiencing communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, or recurring conflicts that leave them feeling unheard or misunderstood. Others are facing major life transitions, stress, or personal struggles that impact both their well-being and their relationships.
I work with individuals, couples, and families—particularly those within LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities—who are seeking a safe, affirming space to navigate life’s challenges and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. Many of my clients are experiencing communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, or recurring conflicts that leave them feeling unheard or misunderstood. Others are facing major life transitions, stress, or personal struggles that impact both their well-being and their relationships.
Thanks for visiting my page! I'm Kristen, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in individual psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents alike. As a therapist I understand that engaging in therapy for the first time can be an overwhelming experience and I aim to create a safe space for my clients to express themselves and feel empowered to overcome life’s obstacles.
Thanks for visiting my page! I'm Kristen, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in individual psychotherapy for adults, children, and adolescents alike. As a therapist I understand that engaging in therapy for the first time can be an overwhelming experience and I aim to create a safe space for my clients to express themselves and feel empowered to overcome life’s obstacles.
I often serve as my clients’ first safe relationship, a space to show up without judgment. We’ll collaborate to stretch into deeper authenticity, build your capacity to trust your own inner voice, and create relational safety. Together, we explore how past experiences have shaped emotional triggers and the ways you respond to the world today. We use self-compassion and boundaries to soften harsh inner voices and build our sense of self.
We work to process emotions that feel stuck, build relational safety, and nurture the capacity to trust your inner wisdom. Our work helps you step out of survival mode, reclaim your identity.
I often serve as my clients’ first safe relationship, a space to show up without judgment. We’ll collaborate to stretch into deeper authenticity, build your capacity to trust your own inner voice, and create relational safety. Together, we explore how past experiences have shaped emotional triggers and the ways you respond to the world today. We use self-compassion and boundaries to soften harsh inner voices and build our sense of self.
We work to process emotions that feel stuck, build relational safety, and nurture the capacity to trust your inner wisdom. Our work helps you step out of survival mode, reclaim your identity.
Current daytime appointments available Wednesday (1 PM) and Friday (2 PM) as of 12/30/2025 — Are you at the point where something needs to change. Are you dreading work everyday? Getting into 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.
Current daytime appointments available Wednesday (1 PM) and Friday (2 PM) as of 12/30/2025 — Are you at the point where something needs to change. Are you dreading work everyday? Getting into 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.
I help clients navigate complex trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges through a trauma-informed and relational approach. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can heal and find greater meaning. I specialize in supporting adults healing from childhood trauma—those intense, recurring attachments that can feel all-consuming. Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals who struggle privately with self-doubt or emotional overwhelm. Together, we work to create healthier patterns of connection, self-trust, and inner stability.
I help clients navigate complex trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges through a trauma-informed and relational approach. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can heal and find greater meaning. I specialize in supporting adults healing from childhood trauma—those intense, recurring attachments that can feel all-consuming. Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals who struggle privately with self-doubt or emotional overwhelm. Together, we work to create healthier patterns of connection, self-trust, and inner stability.
Figuring yourself out while the world keeps moving isn’t for the faint of heart. I work with ages 5 and up, navigating transitions like college, grief, burnout, trauma, neurodivergence, and a sense of self or identity, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. My experience in medical, school, universities, and outdoor settings taught me that support looks different for everyone. I firmly believe that everyone needs someone in their corner; it is what made me become a social worker.
Figuring yourself out while the world keeps moving isn’t for the faint of heart. I work with ages 5 and up, navigating transitions like college, grief, burnout, trauma, neurodivergence, and a sense of self or identity, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. My experience in medical, school, universities, and outdoor settings taught me that support looks different for everyone. I firmly believe that everyone needs someone in their corner; it is what made me become a social worker.
Calvin Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Waitlist for new clients
I am a strengths-based, transmasculine therapist who aims to provide a safe, welcoming, and affirming space for people to be their true selves. My approach to therapy is humanistic and centers the stories and lived experiences of my clients. I also often utilize the tenants of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a framework to support clients’ self-awareness and personal growth, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support clients with social anxiety, anxiety, depression, and navigating alcohol and substance use.
I am a strengths-based, transmasculine therapist who aims to provide a safe, welcoming, and affirming space for people to be their true selves. My approach to therapy is humanistic and centers the stories and lived experiences of my clients. I also often utilize the tenants of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a framework to support clients’ self-awareness and personal growth, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support clients with social anxiety, anxiety, depression, and navigating alcohol and substance use.
I’m a therapist who believes that healing happens best in a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My style is warm, open, and down-to-earth, and I work hard to make sure you feel safe, heard, and comfortable. And yes—along the way, I also welcome moments of shared laughter or lightness. If we work together, you can expect honesty, empathy, collaboration, and a little bit of humor along the way. If you’re considering therapy, I’m glad you’re here. I would be honored to support you in your journey toward healing, clarity, and growth.
I’m a therapist who believes that healing happens best in a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My style is warm, open, and down-to-earth, and I work hard to make sure you feel safe, heard, and comfortable. And yes—along the way, I also welcome moments of shared laughter or lightness. If we work together, you can expect honesty, empathy, collaboration, and a little bit of humor along the way. If you’re considering therapy, I’m glad you’re here. I would be honored to support you in your journey toward healing, clarity, and growth.
Anna K Soisson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CSC-AD
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I am a licensed professional counselor and certified addictions counselor and have worked with adults and adolescents since 1997. My current and former experience has taken place in various locations including high schools, colleges, outpatient substance abuse rehabilitation, and both group and individual private practices. Whether you are working through a tough situation or wish to explore patterns that create difficulties, we will collaborate using curiosity and compassion to gain a better understanding of your story and your strengths.
I am a licensed professional counselor and certified addictions counselor and have worked with adults and adolescents since 1997. My current and former experience has taken place in various locations including high schools, colleges, outpatient substance abuse rehabilitation, and both group and individual private practices. Whether you are working through a tough situation or wish to explore patterns that create difficulties, we will collaborate using curiosity and compassion to gain a better understanding of your story and your strengths.
Hello and welcome to my profile! I'm so happy that you ended up here & that you're looking for a safe space to process & explore your journey. While you're here, let me share a bit about myself & my practice. I am currently working with adolescents, young adults & families facing the challenges of life such as changes in family dynamics, a challenging parent-child relationship, as well as anxiety, depression, school stress & life transitions.
Hello and welcome to my profile! I'm so happy that you ended up here & that you're looking for a safe space to process & explore your journey. While you're here, let me share a bit about myself & my practice. I am currently working with adolescents, young adults & families facing the challenges of life such as changes in family dynamics, a challenging parent-child relationship, as well as anxiety, depression, school stress & life transitions.
My ideal client may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship challenges. Often, they are strong and resilient people who have spent a long time carrying heavy emotional burdens on their own. They want peace of mind, emotional balance, and healthier ways to cope with stress. More than anything, they want to feel understood, supported, and hopeful about their future.
My ideal client may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relationship challenges. Often, they are strong and resilient people who have spent a long time carrying heavy emotional burdens on their own. They want peace of mind, emotional balance, and healthier ways to cope with stress. More than anything, they want to feel understood, supported, and hopeful about their future.
We provide comprehensive neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and psychological assessments that truly make a difference. We explore your unique cognitive landscape—whether you're a child just beginning your educational path, an adult navigating life's challenges, or a senior embracing the wisdom years. We blend cutting-edge technology with trusted assessment tools, all wrapped in thoughtful clinical expertise to help us discover potential diagnoses and create strength-based plans that celebrate who you are.
We provide comprehensive neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and psychological assessments that truly make a difference. We explore your unique cognitive landscape—whether you're a child just beginning your educational path, an adult navigating life's challenges, or a senior embracing the wisdom years. We blend cutting-edge technology with trusted assessment tools, all wrapped in thoughtful clinical expertise to help us discover potential diagnoses and create strength-based plans that celebrate who you are.
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Number of Therapists in Frederick, MD
700+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Frederick, MD who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 78% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 70% | CareFirst |
How Therapists in Frederick, MD see their clients
| 53% | In Person and Online | |
| 47% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |