Female Therapists in Hanover, MD

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Kamica M Speaks
Counselor, LCPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Abundant Life and Wellness Counseling Services, LLC has been created as an outpatient, private counseling practice offering comprehensive services to meet the needs of those seeking a holistic approach to mental health care. We provide therapeutic services to individuals, families, adolescents and couples with compassion and respect for unique situations. This caring approach allows clients to set and reach specific personal goals. Our culturally diverse staff welcomes and provides hope to those willing to commit to improving their lives.
Abundant Life and Wellness Counseling Services, LLC has been created as an outpatient, private counseling practice offering comprehensive services to meet the needs of those seeking a holistic approach to mental health care. We provide therapeutic services to individuals, families, adolescents and couples with compassion and respect for unique situations. This caring approach allows clients to set and reach specific personal goals. Our culturally diverse staff welcomes and provides hope to those willing to commit to improving their lives.
(301) 830-8593 View (301) 830-8593
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Judeline Altema-Commey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ACS, C-DBT, CTRP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076
I work with a broad spectrum of clients providing individual, family, couple, group therapy, and focus on minority women’s issues, coping with race and racism in the workplace, recognizing and constructively dealing with systemic racism, sexism, homophobia and ableism.
Healing can begin today! Guidance of Hope, LLC offers online and in-person counseling geared towards reconstructing your life to address challenges, changes, and pain to create growth, peace, and empowerment! My goal is to provide multiculturally competent and inclusive clinical services that are grounded in evidence-based practices. I specialize in Trauma, Depression, Stress and Anger Management, Self-Esteem,Relationship /Communication Issues, Anxiety Disorders, Dual Diagnosis Disorders, and Grief.
I work with a broad spectrum of clients providing individual, family, couple, group therapy, and focus on minority women’s issues, coping with race and racism in the workplace, recognizing and constructively dealing with systemic racism, sexism, homophobia and ableism.
Healing can begin today! Guidance of Hope, LLC offers online and in-person counseling geared towards reconstructing your life to address challenges, changes, and pain to create growth, peace, and empowerment! My goal is to provide multiculturally competent and inclusive clinical services that are grounded in evidence-based practices. I specialize in Trauma, Depression, Stress and Anger Management, Self-Esteem,Relationship /Communication Issues, Anxiety Disorders, Dual Diagnosis Disorders, and Grief.
(240) 202-1435 View (240) 202-1435
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Jamice A Holley
Counselor, NCC, LCPC, MDV
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076
No matter what life has thrown your way or what you have experienced over time, you can recover. Healing occurs through a reparative therapeutic relationship, which helps you connect to the relationship first with yourself, family and friends, and the world surrounding you. I am enthusiastic about working with adults and couples. I offer an open, brave, and safe space to help support my clients in their healing to become the best version of themselves. I am gentle in my approach. However, I do confront matters to help you dig a little deeper to help you connect with the insight for your healing.
No matter what life has thrown your way or what you have experienced over time, you can recover. Healing occurs through a reparative therapeutic relationship, which helps you connect to the relationship first with yourself, family and friends, and the world surrounding you. I am enthusiastic about working with adults and couples. I offer an open, brave, and safe space to help support my clients in their healing to become the best version of themselves. I am gentle in my approach. However, I do confront matters to help you dig a little deeper to help you connect with the insight for your healing.
(301) 409-4113 View (301) 409-4113
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Chernavia Miller-Hollingsworth
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Looking for a space that feels safe enough to talk and work through your struggles with support and connection? To gain perspective? To better understand yourself, your patterns, and practice new, healthy ways of being and coping? What about being able to trust yourself, have your emotions validated and supported, explore relational strategies that can serve you better? As a Black woman & licensed BIPOC therapist, I am deeply in tune with how culture can shape our relationships with ourselves and experiences with anxiety, depression, and trauma. For this reason, I incorporate mind-body/somatic therapy techniques to support healing.
Looking for a space that feels safe enough to talk and work through your struggles with support and connection? To gain perspective? To better understand yourself, your patterns, and practice new, healthy ways of being and coping? What about being able to trust yourself, have your emotions validated and supported, explore relational strategies that can serve you better? As a Black woman & licensed BIPOC therapist, I am deeply in tune with how culture can shape our relationships with ourselves and experiences with anxiety, depression, and trauma. For this reason, I incorporate mind-body/somatic therapy techniques to support healing.
(410) 376-8387 View (410) 376-8387
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Chelsea Lewis-Wilkins
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Chelsea Lewis-Wilkins a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Alpine Behavioral Health located in Maryland. I believe therapy is not only life changing but life saving. My goal is to provide individuals a safe place to share, heal, and ultimately thrive. I am here to create a comfortable and affirming environment where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. I blend empathy and expertise to help you navigate the challenges you're facing. I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship, where we work together to explore your unique experiences.
Hi, I’m Chelsea Lewis-Wilkins a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Alpine Behavioral Health located in Maryland. I believe therapy is not only life changing but life saving. My goal is to provide individuals a safe place to share, heal, and ultimately thrive. I am here to create a comfortable and affirming environment where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. I blend empathy and expertise to help you navigate the challenges you're facing. I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship, where we work together to explore your unique experiences.
(443) 241-2175 View (443) 241-2175
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Eunoia Holistic Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Eunoia HTS is a black owned therapy service started by 2 women who saw a need for an increase in Mental Health services in their community.
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to have a space to express yourself freely without judgment & criticism? Imagine having a caring & compassionate ear to listen & guide you through your darkest times. We've all had moment's where we've felt hopeless, afraid and out of answers. Moments where we are unsure of which decision to make or who to trust. Have you ever experienced depression or stress to the point where you felt totally incapable of managing your life and the stressors that come along with it? How about anxiety, racing thoughts & difficulty with simply being in your own skin...sound familiar?
Eunoia HTS is a black owned therapy service started by 2 women who saw a need for an increase in Mental Health services in their community.
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to have a space to express yourself freely without judgment & criticism? Imagine having a caring & compassionate ear to listen & guide you through your darkest times. We've all had moment's where we've felt hopeless, afraid and out of answers. Moments where we are unsure of which decision to make or who to trust. Have you ever experienced depression or stress to the point where you felt totally incapable of managing your life and the stressors that come along with it? How about anxiety, racing thoughts & difficulty with simply being in your own skin...sound familiar?
(667) 868-0329 View (667) 868-0329
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Tyeesha Whitby
Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome and congrats on taking the leap to find the right therapist for you! If you are an individual in your 20s or 30s who may have a history of trauma or difficult life experiences (during earlier life or more recently) and believe that your current struggles may be related to these unprocessed events, I am here to help. I will work alongside you to help you develop a renewed perspective on how these events may be contributing to current symptoms such as: depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood changes, difficulty managing or expressing emotions, self-esteem struggles, and/or ongoing problems in your relationships.
Welcome and congrats on taking the leap to find the right therapist for you! If you are an individual in your 20s or 30s who may have a history of trauma or difficult life experiences (during earlier life or more recently) and believe that your current struggles may be related to these unprocessed events, I am here to help. I will work alongside you to help you develop a renewed perspective on how these events may be contributing to current symptoms such as: depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood changes, difficulty managing or expressing emotions, self-esteem struggles, and/or ongoing problems in your relationships.
(443) 396-2252 View (443) 396-2252
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Liberty Deffenbaugh
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients for Kick Ass Therapy! I specialize in marginalized populations including LGBTQIA+, ethically and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM and Leather, with authentic space, support, solutions and celebration of identity. Looking for a real person to talk to? Looking for someone who walks the walk and talks the talk, where you don't have to educate your therapist about your lifestyle or automatically have it blamed for all your issues? From sex therapy to self acceptance, I specialize in unique individuals, couples & polycules. I meet clients where they are emotionally, helping them progress and heal. You matter!
Accepting New Clients for Kick Ass Therapy! I specialize in marginalized populations including LGBTQIA+, ethically and consensual non-monogamy/polyamory, BDSM and Leather, with authentic space, support, solutions and celebration of identity. Looking for a real person to talk to? Looking for someone who walks the walk and talks the talk, where you don't have to educate your therapist about your lifestyle or automatically have it blamed for all your issues? From sex therapy to self acceptance, I specialize in unique individuals, couples & polycules. I meet clients where they are emotionally, helping them progress and heal. You matter!
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Michelle Pearce
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Life can be challenging and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Maybe an important relationship just ended (or needs to end) and you are limping through life. Or maybe you lost your job, your health, or your sense of direction in life, leaving you feeling anxious, unsafe, and lacking control. When you go through difficulties, it’s important to have a safe space to share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment or shame. You need someone who believes that healing and growth are possible for everyone—no matter what they’ve been through—and who has the tools and training to help you get back to a place of wholeness.
Life can be challenging and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Maybe an important relationship just ended (or needs to end) and you are limping through life. Or maybe you lost your job, your health, or your sense of direction in life, leaving you feeling anxious, unsafe, and lacking control. When you go through difficulties, it’s important to have a safe space to share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment or shame. You need someone who believes that healing and growth are possible for everyone—no matter what they’ve been through—and who has the tools and training to help you get back to a place of wholeness.
(443) 730-5880 View (443) 730-5880
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Renee U. McLaughlin
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Do you want to be well? Life is a journey and there are times that life’s challenges are too difficult to manage without help. I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. I believe therapy is an opportunity for us to seek professional support, learn coping strategies, gain understanding, and utilize our strengths to accomplish our goals. As an experienced Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who is Nationally Board Certified, my goal is to help you to process challenges in a way that leads to a healthy and productive lifestyle.
Do you want to be well? Life is a journey and there are times that life’s challenges are too difficult to manage without help. I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. I believe therapy is an opportunity for us to seek professional support, learn coping strategies, gain understanding, and utilize our strengths to accomplish our goals. As an experienced Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who is Nationally Board Certified, my goal is to help you to process challenges in a way that leads to a healthy and productive lifestyle.
(443) 247-5210 View (443) 247-5210
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Holestine Aiken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Looking for someone to talk to? There is no need to continue suffering in silence! Help is available! SOLUTIONS may be your answer to relationship issues, depression and other mood disorders. Other problems such as chronic stress, incessant worrying, low self-esteem, social anxiety, substance abuse, chronic mental illness, anxiety and adjustment disorders are also a major focus of my practice. Whether the problems that you are encountering are the result of a temporary stressor, or related to more long-term problems, therapy can help and I look forward to working with you. I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples.
Looking for someone to talk to? There is no need to continue suffering in silence! Help is available! SOLUTIONS may be your answer to relationship issues, depression and other mood disorders. Other problems such as chronic stress, incessant worrying, low self-esteem, social anxiety, substance abuse, chronic mental illness, anxiety and adjustment disorders are also a major focus of my practice. Whether the problems that you are encountering are the result of a temporary stressor, or related to more long-term problems, therapy can help and I look forward to working with you. I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples.
(410) 412-3605 View (410) 412-3605
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Maya Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076  (Online Only)
Signs of narcissism often go unseen. I help otherwise successful adults who unwittingly find themselves in a relationship with a narcissist. Most people exhaust all resources trying to "fix" the relationship before they realize they are dealing with a situation quite distinct from the typical challenges relationships face. Understanding this distinction is critical to navigating forward safely and effectively. If it feels like your partner is rarely satisfied, shifts blame to you and others, refuses to change, and takes no accountability, you may be in a relationship with a narcissist.
Signs of narcissism often go unseen. I help otherwise successful adults who unwittingly find themselves in a relationship with a narcissist. Most people exhaust all resources trying to "fix" the relationship before they realize they are dealing with a situation quite distinct from the typical challenges relationships face. Understanding this distinction is critical to navigating forward safely and effectively. If it feels like your partner is rarely satisfied, shifts blame to you and others, refuses to change, and takes no accountability, you may be in a relationship with a narcissist.
(410) 514-3211 View (410) 514-3211
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Tina M Bullock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MD 21076
As a licensed master social worker, I draw from a variety of frameworks with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by using a strengths-based and empowerment approach. I specialize in working with clients who have issues related to transitions into adulthood, indecisiveness, self-esteem, and developing healthy relationships. I collaborate with clients to help them develop effective coping mechanisms, and accomplish personal goals.
As a licensed master social worker, I draw from a variety of frameworks with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by using a strengths-based and empowerment approach. I specialize in working with clients who have issues related to transitions into adulthood, indecisiveness, self-esteem, and developing healthy relationships. I collaborate with clients to help them develop effective coping mechanisms, and accomplish personal goals.
(443) 241-3246 View (443) 241-3246
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Janay Wells
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
Janay is a graduate student at Bowie State University, studying mental health counseling. Janay received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Baltimore. She is a Resident Associate Therapist at The Therapy Nook. Janay has experience working with a variety of clients in a residential setting. Many of the diagnoses included anxiety disorders, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, and dual-diagnosis. She also has an interest in women’s health issues including PMS/PMDD, infertility, and perinatal challenges. Janay also has an interest in helping couples with premarital/marital counseling and family counseling.
Janay is a graduate student at Bowie State University, studying mental health counseling. Janay received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Baltimore. She is a Resident Associate Therapist at The Therapy Nook. Janay has experience working with a variety of clients in a residential setting. Many of the diagnoses included anxiety disorders, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, and dual-diagnosis. She also has an interest in women’s health issues including PMS/PMDD, infertility, and perinatal challenges. Janay also has an interest in helping couples with premarital/marital counseling and family counseling.
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Joselyn Brown
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
(240) 474-0949 View (240) 474-0949
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Johanté Wood
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
My ideal client would be someone either navigating life stressors, anxiety, or depression. My client is someone hoping to reconnect with their strengths as well as create a better balance in their life. My client could potentially be experiencing trauma or issues with attachment concerns and relationships. My client expresses their goals of needing to manage emotions better, find balance within their routine, and build more confidence, which is helpful for communication of desires/ interests. The client wants to accomplish these goals for the first time or as a result of transition/trauma.
My ideal client would be someone either navigating life stressors, anxiety, or depression. My client is someone hoping to reconnect with their strengths as well as create a better balance in their life. My client could potentially be experiencing trauma or issues with attachment concerns and relationships. My client expresses their goals of needing to manage emotions better, find balance within their routine, and build more confidence, which is helpful for communication of desires/ interests. The client wants to accomplish these goals for the first time or as a result of transition/trauma.
(240) 594-8061 View (240) 594-8061
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Morgan Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
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.
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.
(240) 363-1668 View (240) 363-1668
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Breighone Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
Are you suffering from symptoms of depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, autism spectrum, OCD, and/or PTSD? I'm here to help facilitate your healing process and provide a safe space to voice your deepest concerns freely. Our goal is to significantly improve your self-concept, increase a positive outlook on life, and, most importantly, feel like your best self.
(240) 635-9195 View (240) 635-9195
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Yolanda McCallum
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
My clients are women struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma, and adjusting to significant life changes. My ideal client is also a busy professional, trying to balance family, career, community, and social demands while maintaining self-care and mental health. Some of my clients are also individuals and couples experiencing mental health symptoms and /or adjustment issues due to separation or divorce.
My clients are women struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma, and adjusting to significant life changes. My ideal client is also a busy professional, trying to balance family, career, community, and social demands while maintaining self-care and mental health. Some of my clients are also individuals and couples experiencing mental health symptoms and /or adjustment issues due to separation or divorce.
(240) 869-6664 View (240) 869-6664
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Sophie Hans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MD 21076
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
(240) 913-6463 View (240) 913-6463
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.