Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Glen Burnie, MD

Darwin offers an individualized approach, implementing mindfulness -based, solutions-focused, narrative, family systems, attachment-based, and cognitive behavioral (CBT) interventions. He partners with his clients to identify both practical and insightful interventions that cultivate success in everyday life. Darwin provides a supportive, relaxed, and safe environment where you can work through and uncover difficult emotions and achieve personal growth. He strives to assist you to process trauma, conflicts, and everyday stress so that you may be your most healthy self and experience a more connected and fulfilled life.

Hi there! Curious about our name ‘Eclectic Therapy Collective?’ For starters, just call us ETC. At ETC, we are a collective group of therapists who use an approach called eclectic therapy. We seek to directly meet the client and their needs by integrating techniques from many different therapy modalities to form the most effective treatment plan. We understand that one of the most challenging aspects of the therapeutic process is finding a warm, judgment-free zone for reflection and growth, as well as a space which helps you develop an effective toolkit of coping skills and strategies.

I believe in the use of an eclectic approach to therapy in order to individualize treatment for each client. One of the most challenging aspects of therapy can be finding the balance between meeting clients where they are at and also encouraging them to grow. I am a Maryland Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) with 5+ years of experience, working with children, adolescents and their families with current teletherapy sessions available.

Congratulations on taking the steps towards a healthier and happier you! Life will have challenges and we want you to know that you do not have to go through them alone. BACC is a Trauma Informed Mental Health Group Practice, and it would be our privilege to support you on this journey. Our Clinicians practice from an evidenced-based lens to treat mental health symptoms and restore individuals to their optimal functioning. Our mission is to meet each person where they are and offer empathetic and supportive treatment approaches. We believe bringing awareness to mental health is vital to overall health and happiness.

I deeply believe that each person has an inherent desire for growth and healing. Clients bring their personal issues, communication needs, self awareness, healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, complicated grieving, and spiritual needs to counseling. I believe that clients want to improve the quality of their life through counseling.

Limited slots for weekly/biweekly sessions. Many of us struggle to manage many of life's challenges on top of feeling fear, frustration, or deep sadness. That being said, you've already taken an important first step in connecting with help! I've seen clients who experience anxiety, depression, bipolar, personality disorders, trauma, grief, life changes, anger, and interpersonal issues. My goal is to help you feel comfortable managing whatever symptoms you may be experiencing while embracing wellness and change. I am a culturally sensitive, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.

Making the decision to seek help can be challenging and is a big first step on your journey to wellness. Wellness is not an absence of problems, but it is a process that helps us become more aware and make choices for a healthy and fulfilling life. If you feel overwhelmed and want help developing proper coping skills and self-care, you are not alone. Support is available and change is possible! Although I believe the client is the expert in their life, therapy is a collaborative effort between you and I. Together, we will work on identifying and meeting your wants, needs, and goals.

It is important for an individual to be free from the fear that does not allow one to reach a place of understanding and self-acceptance. Whether it is struggling with a past trauma, loneliness, anxiety, anger, fear of not being accepted, feelings of being “too much” or “not enough”, I practice from a place of compassion and non-judgement. When a client expresses, they are ready for a change, I will “meet them where they are at” in the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with diverse populations, at any stage in life, including individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

The idea of exploring therapy can be difficult, confusing, and uncomfortable. It can also be your first step toward health, balance, and emotional freedom. You can achieve this from the privacy and comfort of your own home via telehealth. I have been helping individuals and couples successfully navigate the counseling process for over 18 years by identifying and changing unconscious beliefs that sabotage personal/relational success and emotional well being. My special interests and certifications are in informed trauma therapy, complex grief and bereavement, anxiety disorders, veterans mental health and telehealth.

Change is happening within us and around us all the time. Even when we feel the most stuck in old habits and patterns that no longer work for us, we are still changing. Counseling can help us see these patterns and shift the dynamic to help us move and grow in ways which reflect our wishes and values. I enjoy listening to the stories other people tell me about their lives. I like to help them identify and enhance their strengths and to find the patterns of action or inaction that need to shift to allow for new growth.

Life can be complex and challenging, while often making sense of experiences and searching for answers can be difficult. Finding the right path is not as easy when dealing with complicated situations in life. You’re looking for the right answers, searching to find your way, trying to help someone or feel stuck. You are not alone. Recognizing your strengths through additional support can help you achieve balance and wellness.

At Chesapeake Bay Psychological Services, Natasha offers therapy for adjustment challenges, including immigration & re-entry; processing trauma, including childhood trauma and sexual abuse/assault; emotional challenges, including depression, bipolar, anxiety, and grief/loss; and to improve management of stress, life transitions, and other difficulties.

I provide therapy to adults with a wide variety of issues. I use a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive, and hypnotherapy techniques. One or all of these techniques might be right for you at any given time during the course of treatment. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance is of utmost importance. I provide a safe atmosphere of non-judgment and empathy. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I enjoy helping individuals utilize their personal creativity to manage emotions and take on life's challenges.

I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) who has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate through life challenges and reach their desired goals.