Psychodynamic Therapists in Glenelg, MD
Everyone experiences loneliness, frustration, anger and discouragement at times - these are normal human emotions. However, when you feel these negative emotions more than occasionally you can spiral downward and your life can feel like it’s “out of control”. You may have been able to work through difficult situations in the past but, everyone needs help at some point. You are already taking the first step by considering therapy which takes some courage in itself. Arranging a free, confidential phone call to discuss your issue is the next step.
Everyone experiences loneliness, frustration, anger and discouragement at times - these are normal human emotions. However, when you feel these negative emotions more than occasionally you can spiral downward and your life can feel like it’s “out of control”. You may have been able to work through difficult situations in the past but, everyone needs help at some point. You are already taking the first step by considering therapy which takes some courage in itself. Arranging a free, confidential phone call to discuss your issue is the next step.
Hi, I’m Earl Yarington, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and adjunct instructor at Indiana University East. I hold a PhD in Literature and Criticism with a focus on feminism, women writers, and writing composition. My academic work spans topics including nineteenth-century popular women writers, feminism, masculinity, digital media, sexual identities, and the intersections of childhood and sexuality. This scholarly background enhances my therapeutic work, particularly in helping clients navigate identity, self-expression, and the complexities of socially sensitive topics.
Hi, I’m Earl Yarington, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and adjunct instructor at Indiana University East. I hold a PhD in Literature and Criticism with a focus on feminism, women writers, and writing composition. My academic work spans topics including nineteenth-century popular women writers, feminism, masculinity, digital media, sexual identities, and the intersections of childhood and sexuality. This scholarly background enhances my therapeutic work, particularly in helping clients navigate identity, self-expression, and the complexities of socially sensitive topics.
I specialize in working with adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, perfectionism and concerns related to women’s mental health, including PMDD, perimenopause, and post-menopause.
I specialize in working with adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, perfectionism and concerns related to women’s mental health, including PMDD, perimenopause, and post-menopause.
My name is Jenny Crawford. I'm a licensed clinical therapist in Maryland. I enjoy working with both young and older adults who are looking for relief from anxiety, depression, or the stress of life changes. My other speciality is counseling and coaching for parents looking for new parenting strategies for children with challenging behaviors. My training includes CBT Therapy, Behavior Parent Training, & DBT skills. I believe that serving my clients with respect and transparency creates successful outcomes. I'm available via telehealth if you live anywhere in Maryland.
My name is Jenny Crawford. I'm a licensed clinical therapist in Maryland. I enjoy working with both young and older adults who are looking for relief from anxiety, depression, or the stress of life changes. My other speciality is counseling and coaching for parents looking for new parenting strategies for children with challenging behaviors. My training includes CBT Therapy, Behavior Parent Training, & DBT skills. I believe that serving my clients with respect and transparency creates successful outcomes. I'm available via telehealth if you live anywhere in Maryland.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy which emphasizes how the totality of our life experience affects our view of the world.
Life inevitably challenges our ability to stay balanced and centered throughout our day to day existence. Working with a psychologist can offer the breathing room needed to help make sense of our circumstances. The process of therapy and the journey of self-discovery in a supportive environment can help untangle confusing thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns that seem to be keeping you stuck. Whether you have feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, or a challenging life transition, I will collaborate with you to help you find clarity.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy which emphasizes how the totality of our life experience affects our view of the world.
Life inevitably challenges our ability to stay balanced and centered throughout our day to day existence. Working with a psychologist can offer the breathing room needed to help make sense of our circumstances. The process of therapy and the journey of self-discovery in a supportive environment can help untangle confusing thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns that seem to be keeping you stuck. Whether you have feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, or a challenging life transition, I will collaborate with you to help you find clarity.
Are you experiencing symptoms of anxiety, such as difficulty concentrating, irritability, or persistent worry about family and personal health? Do you find it challenging to feel gratitude despite having much to be thankful for? Are you dealing with the unique stresses of a healthcare profession, or facing the impact of losing a loved one, even if it happened years ago? Lori is here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore these feelings. Lori can help you understand and manage your anxiety, process grief, and develop coping strategies. Together, you can work towards regaining your sense of joy and peace.
Are you experiencing symptoms of anxiety, such as difficulty concentrating, irritability, or persistent worry about family and personal health? Do you find it challenging to feel gratitude despite having much to be thankful for? Are you dealing with the unique stresses of a healthcare profession, or facing the impact of losing a loved one, even if it happened years ago? Lori is here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore these feelings. Lori can help you understand and manage your anxiety, process grief, and develop coping strategies. Together, you can work towards regaining your sense of joy and peace.
I would be honored to partner with you to navigate life’s challenges and changes with increased strength, self-awareness, and compassion. With 15+ years’ experience working in a variety of clinical settings, I offer a unique skillset and a safe, accepting space to process life, find healing, and rebuild with resilience.
I would be honored to partner with you to navigate life’s challenges and changes with increased strength, self-awareness, and compassion. With 15+ years’ experience working in a variety of clinical settings, I offer a unique skillset and a safe, accepting space to process life, find healing, and rebuild with resilience.
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She is trained in diverse fields such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Dialectic Therapy among a few.
If you were subjected to trauma, know that you are with someone who can help you move forward and feel whole again. If you are adjusting to the "golden years" and find it complicated in meeting the challenges, adjusting to the changes she can help you navigate the new terrain.
She is trained in diverse fields such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Dialectic Therapy among a few.
If you were subjected to trauma, know that you are with someone who can help you move forward and feel whole again. If you are adjusting to the "golden years" and find it complicated in meeting the challenges, adjusting to the changes she can help you navigate the new terrain.
I implement an individualized course of therapy for each client using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and relational techniques.
Whether the issue be a history of trauma or abuse, an eating disorder or a long standing problem with your weight, a difficult relationship or difficulty coping with the current pandemic crisis, successful therapy can help you rediscover your capacity to experience joy in your life.
I implement an individualized course of therapy for each client using a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and relational techniques.
Whether the issue be a history of trauma or abuse, an eating disorder or a long standing problem with your weight, a difficult relationship or difficulty coping with the current pandemic crisis, successful therapy can help you rediscover your capacity to experience joy in your life.
My approach is compassionate and structured - combining the concrete, practical coping tools of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the deeper insights of brief psychodynamic therapy.
When your emotions hit, they don’t just feel like a passing wave—they feel like an absolute tidal wave. You might find yourself constantly swinging between feeling completely overwhelmed by anxiety, anger, or sadness, and then feeling totally numb and disconnected. If old trauma keeps hijacking your present, making it hard to trust yourself or maintain stable relationships, you are not alone. It is exhausting to live in survival mode, but you do not have to navigate this internal chaos by yourself. I specialize in helping individuals reclaim control over their emotional worlds.
My approach is compassionate and structured - combining the concrete, practical coping tools of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the deeper insights of brief psychodynamic therapy.
When your emotions hit, they don’t just feel like a passing wave—they feel like an absolute tidal wave. You might find yourself constantly swinging between feeling completely overwhelmed by anxiety, anger, or sadness, and then feeling totally numb and disconnected. If old trauma keeps hijacking your present, making it hard to trust yourself or maintain stable relationships, you are not alone. It is exhausting to live in survival mode, but you do not have to navigate this internal chaos by yourself. I specialize in helping individuals reclaim control over their emotional worlds.
Many of us go through life feeling helpless and unheard. Every day we fight a constant battle, whether anxiety, depression, unsolved childhood trauma, uncontrollable circumstances, or work-life balance. It is vital to be strengthened and understand how to win the battle in our minds before moving forward. I am here to help you dig through the issue and see how beautiful life can be without the fog of pain. I work with individuals and families from different backgrounds as I provide genuine and open space for every client to be who they are called to be in life.
Many of us go through life feeling helpless and unheard. Every day we fight a constant battle, whether anxiety, depression, unsolved childhood trauma, uncontrollable circumstances, or work-life balance. It is vital to be strengthened and understand how to win the battle in our minds before moving forward. I am here to help you dig through the issue and see how beautiful life can be without the fog of pain. I work with individuals and families from different backgrounds as I provide genuine and open space for every client to be who they are called to be in life.
You look like you’re holding it together — but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. Maybe you’re a mom navigating mood swings and guilt, a woman exhausted by overthinking, or a teen battling self-doubt. You want relief, clarity, and a nervous system that feels calm. You want to understand why you react the way you do — and finally feel in control. Here, you’ll find steady support, practical tools, and a safe space to heal deeply, week by week.
You look like you’re holding it together — but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck. Maybe you’re a mom navigating mood swings and guilt, a woman exhausted by overthinking, or a teen battling self-doubt. You want relief, clarity, and a nervous system that feels calm. You want to understand why you react the way you do — and finally feel in control. Here, you’ll find steady support, practical tools, and a safe space to heal deeply, week by week.
The Gregory Center for Restoration (GCFR) is a private mental health practice specializing in individual, family, group & couples counseling with a focus on teenagers, young adults & adults. Using a strength-based perspective & cognitive-behavioral therapy, I am committed to helping individuals explore & develop insight into their thoughts & behaviors, restore & improve relationships, enhance communication & develop coping strategies to move forward in their lives in a healthy manner. My goal is to use the innate strengths that clients possess to guide the therapeutic process to promote optimum mental health.
The Gregory Center for Restoration (GCFR) is a private mental health practice specializing in individual, family, group & couples counseling with a focus on teenagers, young adults & adults. Using a strength-based perspective & cognitive-behavioral therapy, I am committed to helping individuals explore & develop insight into their thoughts & behaviors, restore & improve relationships, enhance communication & develop coping strategies to move forward in their lives in a healthy manner. My goal is to use the innate strengths that clients possess to guide the therapeutic process to promote optimum mental health.
Are you struggling to cope with stress that leaves you feeling exhausted and disconnected from yourself and your life? You might notice you are always thinking about the worst outcomes, unable to focus on the present, or feel constantly overwhelmed. Maybe you are just sick of feeling sick, tired, or stressed. We will focus on how your mind and body both cope with stress and focus on finding ways to help you feel present and more like yourself. I help clients live meaningful lives no matter what life throws their way.
Are you struggling to cope with stress that leaves you feeling exhausted and disconnected from yourself and your life? You might notice you are always thinking about the worst outcomes, unable to focus on the present, or feel constantly overwhelmed. Maybe you are just sick of feeling sick, tired, or stressed. We will focus on how your mind and body both cope with stress and focus on finding ways to help you feel present and more like yourself. I help clients live meaningful lives no matter what life throws their way.
I take a holistic approach that incorporates mind, body, and spirit. I believe it's important to integrate life meaning into counseling.
I'll work with you to set goals and the proper pacing of therapy. Therapy is a collaboration, as ultimately the power to change rests within you. I emphasize unconditional positive regard, respect, a safe and caring therapeutic relationship, individual strengths, and taking control over choices.
I take a holistic approach that incorporates mind, body, and spirit. I believe it's important to integrate life meaning into counseling.
I'll work with you to set goals and the proper pacing of therapy. Therapy is a collaboration, as ultimately the power to change rests within you. I emphasize unconditional positive regard, respect, a safe and caring therapeutic relationship, individual strengths, and taking control over choices.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed by all life is sending your way? Noticing the impact it has been having on your well-being, your work, your relationships, your health? There is no need to continue to feel trapped by the way you've always done things or to avoid change because of the stress or anxiety it may cause. I can help you navigate the journey that we call life.
We all face many transitions in life, there is no need to go through them alone.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed by all life is sending your way? Noticing the impact it has been having on your well-being, your work, your relationships, your health? There is no need to continue to feel trapped by the way you've always done things or to avoid change because of the stress or anxiety it may cause. I can help you navigate the journey that we call life.
We all face many transitions in life, there is no need to go through them alone.
We are a group practice with a shared passion for women's mental health. Our clients are working professionals, parents, and students in all phases of life. We love to work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD/neurodivergence, relationship challenges, trauma, and eating disorders. Our team has experience in numerous evidence-based treatment modalities including EMDR, ACT, EFT, CBT, ERP, & DBT. We believe in collaborative, integrative, and holistic mental health care and are here to support you. We are proud to offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
We are a group practice with a shared passion for women's mental health. Our clients are working professionals, parents, and students in all phases of life. We love to work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD/neurodivergence, relationship challenges, trauma, and eating disorders. Our team has experience in numerous evidence-based treatment modalities including EMDR, ACT, EFT, CBT, ERP, & DBT. We believe in collaborative, integrative, and holistic mental health care and are here to support you. We are proud to offer individual, couples, and family therapy.
My training includes psychodynamic approaches, family systems therapy, psychodrama, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor in DC and MD and a certified school counselor in Maryland. I provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space for clients to address issues such as depression, chronic pain, addiction, grief, trauma and relationship issues through a focus on self-acceptance and communication skills. My specialties also include gender identity, non-traditional family structures, and neurodiversity. I often work with clients with autism or ADHD, and help them establish school or workplace accommodations, develop life skills, and address major transitions.
My training includes psychodynamic approaches, family systems therapy, psychodrama, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor in DC and MD and a certified school counselor in Maryland. I provide a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space for clients to address issues such as depression, chronic pain, addiction, grief, trauma and relationship issues through a focus on self-acceptance and communication skills. My specialties also include gender identity, non-traditional family structures, and neurodiversity. I often work with clients with autism or ADHD, and help them establish school or workplace accommodations, develop life skills, and address major transitions.
I take an active and collaborative approach to therapy, drawing primarily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and a person-centered style. My goal is to help adolescents, young adults, and their families uncover what’s getting in the way of growth, build resilience, and move toward living with clarity and purpose. I strive to create a space where clients feel heard and supported, while also being encouraged to participate fully in the therapeutic process. Sessions are engaging and practical, blending insight with action so that what we do together carries over into real life!
I take an active and collaborative approach to therapy, drawing primarily from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and a person-centered style. My goal is to help adolescents, young adults, and their families uncover what’s getting in the way of growth, build resilience, and move toward living with clarity and purpose. I strive to create a space where clients feel heard and supported, while also being encouraged to participate fully in the therapeutic process. Sessions are engaging and practical, blending insight with action so that what we do together carries over into real life!
During different life stages you, or your child or teen may experience a range of difficulties including loss of self-esteem, depression, anxiety, behavior problems, dysregulation or moodiness. You may also face challenges through stressful times including separation and divorce, loss, bullying and teasing, relationship conflicts, and communication gaps. These are all painful and worrisome experiences and it is important to remember that all of us need help from time to time. Therapy will help you or your child gain insight, develop coping strategies, and better manage behavior and relationships.
During different life stages you, or your child or teen may experience a range of difficulties including loss of self-esteem, depression, anxiety, behavior problems, dysregulation or moodiness. You may also face challenges through stressful times including separation and divorce, loss, bullying and teasing, relationship conflicts, and communication gaps. These are all painful and worrisome experiences and it is important to remember that all of us need help from time to time. Therapy will help you or your child gain insight, develop coping strategies, and better manage behavior and relationships.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.