CareFirst Therapists in Friendsville, MD
Reaching out for support takes courage, and whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for a safe space to process life’s challenges, you're not alone. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, deepen your self-awareness, and build the tools you need to heal and grow.
If any part of this resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out. Whether you’re ready to begin therapy or just curious about the next step, I’d be honored to connect and see how I can support you.
Reaching out for support takes courage, and whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for a safe space to process life’s challenges, you're not alone. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, deepen your self-awareness, and build the tools you need to heal and grow.
If any part of this resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out. Whether you’re ready to begin therapy or just curious about the next step, I’d be honored to connect and see how I can support you.
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Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are stuck in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. My treatment style is collaborative, using a non-judgmental approach, with achievable goals to help develop effective coping skills and reduce symptoms.
Sometimes the demands of everyday life can be overwhelming. Relationships, work, and daily life can be difficult to navigate when we are stuck in symptoms. But you don't have to let issues negatively impact your life. We will work together to move you out of the difficulties and on to better living. My treatment style is collaborative, using a non-judgmental approach, with achievable goals to help develop effective coping skills and reduce symptoms.
Hello, I'm Patricia, a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience dedicated to partnering with my clients to maximize their wellness. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working extensively with individuals facing trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, pain management, substance abuse, life skills challenges, and general personal well-being. As a resident of Maryland, I've been deeply involved with the veteran population and the community in the Baltimore metropolitan area, providing support and resources tailored to their unique needs.
Hello, I'm Patricia, a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience dedicated to partnering with my clients to maximize their wellness. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working extensively with individuals facing trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, pain management, substance abuse, life skills challenges, and general personal well-being. As a resident of Maryland, I've been deeply involved with the veteran population and the community in the Baltimore metropolitan area, providing support and resources tailored to their unique needs.
I enjoy working with a wide range of patients. It's what keeps my job enjoyable. Rather you are a child looking to learn some fun, new coping skills to manage anxiety, a teenager dealing with stress of school and over whelming input of social media, a college student needing to develop better sleep hygiene, an adult struggling with chronic mental health symptoms or a couple wanting to work on their relationship, I am happy to help!
I enjoy working with a wide range of patients. It's what keeps my job enjoyable. Rather you are a child looking to learn some fun, new coping skills to manage anxiety, a teenager dealing with stress of school and over whelming input of social media, a college student needing to develop better sleep hygiene, an adult struggling with chronic mental health symptoms or a couple wanting to work on their relationship, I am happy to help!
Deezya Monroe
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, NCC, MEd
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield/ Carefirst, Cigna, Maryland Medicaid, and United Healthcare.
Welcome! I am Trini-American, first generation college graduate and proud Bowie State University alumna. I have a lax/laid back approach to meeting clients where they are during vulnerable and challenging times. I work with adults between the ages of 20 to 35.
If you're feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, struggling in relationships, battling self-doubt, or carrying the weight of unresolved childhood wounds you're not alone. Many young adults reach a point where the coping strategies that once helped them survive are now holding them back from fully living.
I am in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield/ Carefirst, Cigna, Maryland Medicaid, and United Healthcare.
Welcome! I am Trini-American, first generation college graduate and proud Bowie State University alumna. I have a lax/laid back approach to meeting clients where they are during vulnerable and challenging times. I work with adults between the ages of 20 to 35.
If you're feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, struggling in relationships, battling self-doubt, or carrying the weight of unresolved childhood wounds you're not alone. Many young adults reach a point where the coping strategies that once helped them survive are now holding them back from fully living.
I help people break cycles and patterns that no longer serve them so that they can live a life that aligns with their values. If you are looking for increased understanding of yourself or coping skills to help you navigate the stressors of an ever changing world, I got you! I use a trauma informed systems approach to help you unpack, unlearn, and heal. I have additional expertise treating adults with ADHD.
I help people break cycles and patterns that no longer serve them so that they can live a life that aligns with their values. If you are looking for increased understanding of yourself or coping skills to help you navigate the stressors of an ever changing world, I got you! I use a trauma informed systems approach to help you unpack, unlearn, and heal. I have additional expertise treating adults with ADHD.
Helping adolescents, men and women feel understood, grounded, and mentally strong is at the center of my work. I provide a supportive and direct approach to therapy that helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, self-esteem, anger, and major life transitions.
Many men, women and teens struggle silently or feel pressure to keep emotions to themselves. Therapy can be a place to reset, build healthier coping skills, and gain tools that actually fit real life. I aim to create an environment where clients feel comfortable being honest without judgment.
Helping adolescents, men and women feel understood, grounded, and mentally strong is at the center of my work. I provide a supportive and direct approach to therapy that helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, self-esteem, anger, and major life transitions.
Many men, women and teens struggle silently or feel pressure to keep emotions to themselves. Therapy can be a place to reset, build healthier coping skills, and gain tools that actually fit real life. I aim to create an environment where clients feel comfortable being honest without judgment.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and concerns related to gender identity. I especially enjoy supporting individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, and who are looking for a safe, supportive space to better understand themselves and create meaningful change.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and concerns related to gender identity. I especially enjoy supporting individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, and who are looking for a safe, supportive space to better understand themselves and create meaningful change.
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Welcome! As a certified clinical social worker and therapist, I would love to explore how strengths you already have can be used to improve your mental health. For the past 7 years, I've practiced in an outpatient hospital setting and I love working with veterans, active duty military and first responders. Let's talk!
Great to meet you!
Welcome! As a certified clinical social worker and therapist, I would love to explore how strengths you already have can be used to improve your mental health. For the past 7 years, I've practiced in an outpatient hospital setting and I love working with veterans, active duty military and first responders. Let's talk!
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.
We are in-network with Cigna and Carefirst/BCBS.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, navigating a heavy season of grief, or trying to figure out how to "adult" without losing your mind? Maybe you are living with the daily, exhausting reality of chronic pain or perimenopause/menopause, or you keep finding yourself in relationships that leave you feeling disconnected. If you’re tired of just surviving & ready to understand why you feel this way, you are in the right place. I work with men, women, and young adults ready to break old patterns & build an authentic life. My style is supportive, warm & a little spunky. I believe in deep empathy, but also challenge to meet your goals.
We are in-network with Cigna and Carefirst/BCBS.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, navigating a heavy season of grief, or trying to figure out how to "adult" without losing your mind? Maybe you are living with the daily, exhausting reality of chronic pain or perimenopause/menopause, or you keep finding yourself in relationships that leave you feeling disconnected. If you’re tired of just surviving & ready to understand why you feel this way, you are in the right place. I work with men, women, and young adults ready to break old patterns & build an authentic life. My style is supportive, warm & a little spunky. I believe in deep empathy, but also challenge to meet your goals.
I like to get to know the individuals I am working with. Not only for what brought you to therapy, but who you are, what your strengths are and what life experiences you can draw from. I believe it is important to have you identify goals for therapy and explore ways I can support you while you work towards your goals.
I like to get to know the individuals I am working with. Not only for what brought you to therapy, but who you are, what your strengths are and what life experiences you can draw from. I believe it is important to have you identify goals for therapy and explore ways I can support you while you work towards your goals.
Hello there! I’m Jaclyn! I’m a compassionate social worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. My approach is rooted in meeting individuals where they are, offering care that is responsive to their unique needs, strengths, and experiences. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. By integrating mindfulness techniques, I help foster self-awareness and emotional regulation, empowering individuals to face life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
Hello there! I’m Jaclyn! I’m a compassionate social worker with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. My approach is rooted in meeting individuals where they are, offering care that is responsive to their unique needs, strengths, and experiences. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace. By integrating mindfulness techniques, I help foster self-awareness and emotional regulation, empowering individuals to face life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
Better Thoughts Better Lives Counseling & Consulti
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Oakland, MD 21550
Some times life situations and events can knock us off our feet and turn our lives upside down, leaving us to wonder if we can ever recover and put the pieces of our lives back together again. We all have a story and I believe that we all have the ability to rewrite that story. We can choose to be the victim of our circumstances or we can choose to be the victor. All human beings have the inborn tendency toward growth and self -actualization.
Some times life situations and events can knock us off our feet and turn our lives upside down, leaving us to wonder if we can ever recover and put the pieces of our lives back together again. We all have a story and I believe that we all have the ability to rewrite that story. We can choose to be the victim of our circumstances or we can choose to be the victor. All human beings have the inborn tendency toward growth and self -actualization.
Looking for a down-to-earth place where you can be heard and supported with compassion, rather than a diagnosis? Or need help figuring out stressors that seem to seep into every area of your life? I use an integrative, holistic approach to therapy that focuses on the whole person. I come with an inclusive, anti-oppressive, feminist perspective, and have a variety of "tools" for therapy support. Sessions can include reflection, art and creativity, mindfulness, and other practices that are meaningful to you. Harmony Tree Counseling & Wellness is about nurturing a deeper sense of well-being and connection to live the life you want.
Looking for a down-to-earth place where you can be heard and supported with compassion, rather than a diagnosis? Or need help figuring out stressors that seem to seep into every area of your life? I use an integrative, holistic approach to therapy that focuses on the whole person. I come with an inclusive, anti-oppressive, feminist perspective, and have a variety of "tools" for therapy support. Sessions can include reflection, art and creativity, mindfulness, and other practices that are meaningful to you. Harmony Tree Counseling & Wellness is about nurturing a deeper sense of well-being and connection to live the life you want.
Darren Christopher
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC, ACS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I strive to meet each person I help where they are, together we work to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each person. I thoroughly enjoy working with diversity and helping varieties of individuals each work on their individual goals. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through symptoms affiliated with symptoms affected by mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
I strive to meet each person I help where they are, together we work to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each person. I thoroughly enjoy working with diversity and helping varieties of individuals each work on their individual goals. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through symptoms affiliated with symptoms affected by mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
Are you navigating, depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, or trying to maneuvering through a life transition? Are you someone who has done the surviving and are ready to truly heal? Have you carried others’ needs, stayed strong through pain, and now want to rest, reconnect, and feel whole? I hope to offer you a space where your emotions are safe, your story is honored, and you can rediscover joy, authenticity, and balance in who you are becoming.
Are you navigating, depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, or trying to maneuvering through a life transition? Are you someone who has done the surviving and are ready to truly heal? Have you carried others’ needs, stayed strong through pain, and now want to rest, reconnect, and feel whole? I hope to offer you a space where your emotions are safe, your story is honored, and you can rediscover joy, authenticity, and balance in who you are becoming.
Same week appointments avalaible! In-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, Cigna, and Johns Hopkins.
You’re afraid that someone will see you in a way that doesn’t reflect who you really are. That mismatch — between your intent and their perception — creates stress. Deep down, you want to be judged fairly. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about not being misunderstood in a way that harms your sense of self. If they think badly of you, what happens next? Will they talk behind your back? Will others believe them? Will you be isolated, mocked, or cast out?
Same week appointments avalaible! In-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, Cigna, and Johns Hopkins.
You’re afraid that someone will see you in a way that doesn’t reflect who you really are. That mismatch — between your intent and their perception — creates stress. Deep down, you want to be judged fairly. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about not being misunderstood in a way that harms your sense of self. If they think badly of you, what happens next? Will they talk behind your back? Will others believe them? Will you be isolated, mocked, or cast out?
Seeking counseling is a huge step, especially when you are tired of feeling alone, frighten, and unsure about what you are experiencing. It is completely normal to feel this way when things seem to be out of control or unmanageable, but you are not alone. Taking the first step in reaching out for support is a sign of strength and courage. In my practice, I integrate a faith-based perspective, along with various evidence-based clinical interventions to assist you with understanding your challenges and finding practical ways in achieving your goals.
Seeking counseling is a huge step, especially when you are tired of feeling alone, frighten, and unsure about what you are experiencing. It is completely normal to feel this way when things seem to be out of control or unmanageable, but you are not alone. Taking the first step in reaching out for support is a sign of strength and courage. In my practice, I integrate a faith-based perspective, along with various evidence-based clinical interventions to assist you with understanding your challenges and finding practical ways in achieving your goals.
I help children, teens, adults, parents, and families navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and self-esteem concerns. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhealthy patterns, struggling with parenting, or finding it difficult to manage work, school, or relationships, therapy can provide a space to better understand yourself and create meaningful, lasting change. Many of the behaviors and coping strategies that once helped us survive can begin to interfere with the life and relationships we want today.
I help children, teens, adults, parents, and families navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and self-esteem concerns. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhealthy patterns, struggling with parenting, or finding it difficult to manage work, school, or relationships, therapy can provide a space to better understand yourself and create meaningful, lasting change. Many of the behaviors and coping strategies that once helped us survive can begin to interfere with the life and relationships we want today.
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