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Kristen Izant
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
Not accepting new clients
I'm a firm believer that taking good care of your emotional well-being is integral to optimizing overall health and wellness. Making the decision to pursue therapy is a process that requires strength and vulnerability. I am here to meet your lived experience with empathy, humility, curiosity, and compassion. Confronting painful experiences is challenging, and our work together may be hard at times as a result. I've also witnessed how these same challenges present opportunities for healing and growth.
(443) 232-0152
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Columbia, MD 21046
Not accepting new clients
I'm a firm believer that taking good care of your emotional well-being is integral to optimizing overall health and wellness. Making the decision to pursue therapy is a process that requires strength and vulnerability. I am here to meet your lived experience with empathy, humility, curiosity, and compassion. Confronting painful experiences is challenging, and our work together may be hard at times as a result. I've also witnessed how these same challenges present opportunities for healing and growth.
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Rekha Mehrotra
Counselor, MS, LCPC Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Offers online therapy
**Not currently accepting clients** Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or just stuck in your life? If you do, let me help. I tailor my sessions around each individual’s needs so that they can attain the personal growth they aspire. I utilize evidence-based techniques and customize sessions to include not just a client’s personal but also cultural, spiritual and religious elements.
(410) 680-2713
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Ellicott City, MD 21042
Offers online therapy
**Not currently accepting clients** Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or just stuck in your life? If you do, let me help. I tailor my sessions around each individual’s needs so that they can attain the personal growth they aspire. I utilize evidence-based techniques and customize sessions to include not just a client’s personal but also cultural, spiritual and religious elements.
(410) 680-2713
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Deana Albert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Are you in a difficult relationship? Are you sad or do you worry a lot of the time? Do you wonder how you'll ever get through the day? It takes strength to face your worries and I can help. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with various concerns. I specialize in: depression, anxiety, abuse, relationships, and addictions. Together we can work towards your happiness and fulfillment!
(443) 422-3892
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Columbia, MD 21044
Are you in a difficult relationship? Are you sad or do you worry a lot of the time? Do you wonder how you'll ever get through the day? It takes strength to face your worries and I can help. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with various concerns. I specialize in: depression, anxiety, abuse, relationships, and addictions. Together we can work towards your happiness and fulfillment!
(443) 422-3892
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Kit McFarlane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, MEd Verified
Columbia, MD 21045
All of us encounter ups and downs in living our lives whether a bump in the road or a life-long challenge in which ongoing guidance is needed. I can help you understand why you are struggling; and more importantly, guide you to changes which will lead to more pleasure and productivity in your everyday life. More today than ever, we are finding that trauma – large and small is at the core of our difficulties. I am a graduate of the Ferentz Trauma Institute out of Baltimore with experience in EMDR and EFT Tapping.
(443) 856-6251
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Columbia, MD 21045
All of us encounter ups and downs in living our lives whether a bump in the road or a life-long challenge in which ongoing guidance is needed. I can help you understand why you are struggling; and more importantly, guide you to changes which will lead to more pleasure and productivity in your everyday life. More today than ever, we are finding that trauma – large and small is at the core of our difficulties. I am a graduate of the Ferentz Trauma Institute out of Baltimore with experience in EMDR and EFT Tapping.
(443) 856-6251
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Annie Scheffer
Counselor, MS, LCPC Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Offers online therapy
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I provide therapy services for adults, with a special concentration in couples and young adults. Through my practice, I utilize techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and have training in various additional techniques in order to best meet the needs of my clients. I believe that everyone is unique and therefore requires personalized treatment based on individual needs, goals, values and interests. My goal is to assist my clients in making necessary changes to live healthier and more meaningful lives.
(410) 927-8885
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Ellicott City, MD 21043
Offers online therapy
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I provide therapy services for adults, with a special concentration in couples and young adults. Through my practice, I utilize techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and have training in various additional techniques in order to best meet the needs of my clients. I believe that everyone is unique and therefore requires personalized treatment based on individual needs, goals, values and interests. My goal is to assist my clients in making necessary changes to live healthier and more meaningful lives.
(410) 927-8885
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Carla Rhodes
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
*Please send an email as opposed to leaving a voice message so that I may get back to you in a timely manner* Experienced Clinical Psychologist with a demonstrated history of working in outpatient, educational, forensic, and geriatric settings. Skilled in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Conceptualization, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Group Therapy, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Substance Abuse/Dependence, and Crisis Intervention. Strong healthcare services professional with a Doctor of Psychology focused in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University.
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Columbia, MD 21046
*Please send an email as opposed to leaving a voice message so that I may get back to you in a timely manner* Experienced Clinical Psychologist with a demonstrated history of working in outpatient, educational, forensic, and geriatric settings. Skilled in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Conceptualization, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Group Therapy, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Substance Abuse/Dependence, and Crisis Intervention. Strong healthcare services professional with a Doctor of Psychology focused in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University.
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Adult & Adolescent Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, MS, LCPC Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
Offers online therapy
Adult & Adolescent Counseling Services, LLC is an evidence-based mental health counseling practice dedicated to bringing quality services to Individuals & families in Howard County. I specialize in working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, executive functioning, and other social/emotional, and behavioral issues. At the core of my practice is the belief that a strong client/therapist connection is one of the most important factors in achieving a positive outcome in therapy. My goal is to provide clients with caring, compassionate, and effective counseling services.
(443) 400-7948
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Columbia, MD 21046
Offers online therapy
Adult & Adolescent Counseling Services, LLC is an evidence-based mental health counseling practice dedicated to bringing quality services to Individuals & families in Howard County. I specialize in working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, executive functioning, and other social/emotional, and behavioral issues. At the core of my practice is the belief that a strong client/therapist connection is one of the most important factors in achieving a positive outcome in therapy. My goal is to provide clients with caring, compassionate, and effective counseling services.
(443) 400-7948
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Ben Sarcia
MA, BCBA, LBA Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
For many parents, mealtime can be frustrating, especially if challenging behavior goes beyond ‘typical pickiness.’ As the director of Healthy Beginnings, a behavioral feeding therapy program, I have helped children that have displayed a variety of challenging mealtimes behaviors. This includes selectivity by food, color, brand, and texture, as well as children who may vomit at the sight of a new food, or perhaps refuse to feed themselves with utensils. Feeding tube dependency is another area in which I have taught children how to eat and drink who perhaps have had minimal or no experience with oral feeding.
(667) 200-0498
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Columbia, MD 21046
For many parents, mealtime can be frustrating, especially if challenging behavior goes beyond ‘typical pickiness.’ As the director of Healthy Beginnings, a behavioral feeding therapy program, I have helped children that have displayed a variety of challenging mealtimes behaviors. This includes selectivity by food, color, brand, and texture, as well as children who may vomit at the sight of a new food, or perhaps refuse to feed themselves with utensils. Feeding tube dependency is another area in which I have taught children how to eat and drink who perhaps have had minimal or no experience with oral feeding.
(667) 200-0498
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Colette Brunell LCSW-C, BCD, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, LLC Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
The importance of connection: when we connect with another person we feel wanted, needed and loved. If we are unable to connect we may feel sad,or lost. I try to connect with each person to begin the process of healing,growth,and self empowerment. I see each each person(s) as unique and in need of a level of interaction that they are missing in their lives. I believe in working with couples I can be most effective in assisting to open up the communication to find the emotional reconnect. I teach core tools for effective communication.
(443) 331-5515
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Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
The importance of connection: when we connect with another person we feel wanted, needed and loved. If we are unable to connect we may feel sad,or lost. I try to connect with each person to begin the process of healing,growth,and self empowerment. I see each each person(s) as unique and in need of a level of interaction that they are missing in their lives. I believe in working with couples I can be most effective in assisting to open up the communication to find the emotional reconnect. I teach core tools for effective communication.
(443) 331-5515
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Suzanne Bierer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Offers online therapy
We're living through such a stressful time, how can you possibly be feeling or functioning at your best? As your coping skills are stretched thin, struggles once successfully managed may be stronger than you can keep up with. Relationship issues can intensify as tending to your own discomfort takes more energy, leaving less to offer your partner. On top of all this, navigating the mental health world to find a therapist who "gets you" is a chore unto itself! I'm happy to help, if you feel we might be a good fit.
(410) 261-4192
Verified
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Ellicott City, MD 21042
Offers online therapy
We're living through such a stressful time, how can you possibly be feeling or functioning at your best? As your coping skills are stretched thin, struggles once successfully managed may be stronger than you can keep up with. Relationship issues can intensify as tending to your own discomfort takes more energy, leaving less to offer your partner. On top of all this, navigating the mental health world to find a therapist who "gets you" is a chore unto itself! I'm happy to help, if you feel we might be a good fit.
(410) 261-4192
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Diane Brumfield
Counselor, MEd, NCC, LCPC Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
Offers online therapy
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of professional experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Over the course of my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic supports from their school system.
(443) 251-4280
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Columbia, MD 21046
Offers online therapy
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a nationally certified school counselor with over 20 years of professional experience. I provide counseling for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Over the course of my career, I have worked in private practice and school settings providing individual, group and family therapy. I also offer educational consulting services for families in need of assistance through the IEP process or are in need of behavioral and academic supports from their school system.
(443) 251-4280
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Dorcas Austin
Counselor, LCPC, MA, MTS Verified
Columbia, MD 21046
Offers online therapy
You think too much. Your mind constantly races. There’s so much you want to do. Yet you feel stuck. The voices all around cause you to question and doubt yourself. They cause you to over-analyze everything. You are indecisive. You stay in relationships too long. You’re afraid to take risks. You’re afraid of messing up.
(443) 583-3158
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Columbia, MD 21046
Offers online therapy
You think too much. Your mind constantly races. There’s so much you want to do. Yet you feel stuck. The voices all around cause you to question and doubt yourself. They cause you to over-analyze everything. You are indecisive. You stay in relationships too long. You’re afraid to take risks. You’re afraid of messing up.
(443) 583-3158
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Lisa Boxall
Counselor, LGPC, NCC Verified
Ellicott City, MD 21042
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, or perhaps you or a family member is facing a difficult late-life transition, I'd like to help. It's not uncommon to search for meaning and understanding during times of loss and transition, whether it be sudden, unexpected, or seen in the distance. The emotions can be all-consuming and may seem confusing, even stifling at times. If you are searching for a safe space to share your feelings and to make meaning of your loss or late-life transition, I'd like to provide that for you. My counseling is tailored to meet you wherever you are on your very unique journey.
(410) 609-5593
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Ellicott City, MD 21042
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, or perhaps you or a family member is facing a difficult late-life transition, I'd like to help. It's not uncommon to search for meaning and understanding during times of loss and transition, whether it be sudden, unexpected, or seen in the distance. The emotions can be all-consuming and may seem confusing, even stifling at times. If you are searching for a safe space to share your feelings and to make meaning of your loss or late-life transition, I'd like to provide that for you. My counseling is tailored to meet you wherever you are on your very unique journey.
(410) 609-5593
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Michael P. Malone
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA, LP Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
After a thorough assessment, the clinicians at Excellis Consulting work with our patients to develop a treatment plan using evidence-based methods for anxiety and depression as well as a number of other problems in a compassionate environment. I get great satisfaction from successes that we’ve had in this area. We are fortunate to have a number of clinicians from award winning institutions, such as Johns Hopkins, join our practice. Whatever your need, it’s very likely we can find a skilled clinician to help you.
(240) 297-4901
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Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
After a thorough assessment, the clinicians at Excellis Consulting work with our patients to develop a treatment plan using evidence-based methods for anxiety and depression as well as a number of other problems in a compassionate environment. I get great satisfaction from successes that we’ve had in this area. We are fortunate to have a number of clinicians from award winning institutions, such as Johns Hopkins, join our practice. Whatever your need, it’s very likely we can find a skilled clinician to help you.
(240) 297-4901
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Focused Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming. We understand that, and we are here to help guide you through the process and clear a path to emotional well-being .By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
(443) 247-0441
Verified
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Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming. We understand that, and we are here to help guide you through the process and clear a path to emotional well-being .By working together, we can develop a strategy that promotes a healthier life for you and the ones closest to you. Our compassionate approach provides a safe and caring environment for you to seek the support that you deserve.
(443) 247-0441
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Abena Brown-Elhillali
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Not accepting new clients
*Not Currently Accepting New Clients* Safe Space for Family Healing offers individuals and families a Safe Space to HEAL and THRIVE, and a space to grow from pain and trauma, by offering evidence based treatments, and integrative treatments that incorporate the mind and body. We specialize in mental health treatment for children and adults, to teach you the skills needed to improve your relationships, increase self-esteem, and improve your ability to cope with stress.
(301) 841-5352
Verified
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Columbia, MD 21044
Not accepting new clients
*Not Currently Accepting New Clients* Safe Space for Family Healing offers individuals and families a Safe Space to HEAL and THRIVE, and a space to grow from pain and trauma, by offering evidence based treatments, and integrative treatments that incorporate the mind and body. We specialize in mental health treatment for children and adults, to teach you the skills needed to improve your relationships, increase self-esteem, and improve your ability to cope with stress.
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Daniel M Zimet
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
The decision to contact a therapist requires courage, self-awareness, and hope. Reaching out for help and guidance opens the door for growth, health, and a future of new possibilities. I respect and admire the decision you have made and wish you well on these first steps towards improving your life. My responsibility and pledge is a commitment to creating a safe environment that includes listening, compassion and support balanced with insightful feedback that provides outcome-oriented options to your issues. I see therapy as a collaborative dialogue.
(443) 353-9996
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Columbia, MD 21044
The decision to contact a therapist requires courage, self-awareness, and hope. Reaching out for help and guidance opens the door for growth, health, and a future of new possibilities. I respect and admire the decision you have made and wish you well on these first steps towards improving your life. My responsibility and pledge is a commitment to creating a safe environment that includes listening, compassion and support balanced with insightful feedback that provides outcome-oriented options to your issues. I see therapy as a collaborative dialogue.
(443) 353-9996
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Cynthia Canner
Counselor, MS, LGPC, NCC Verified
Savage, MD 20763
Offers online therapy
If you are feeling stuck, unsure, hurt, or angry, I would like to journey alongside you to help you discover the path and healing that is right for you. I have worked with members of the clergy, military, police, and firefighters, along with their spouses. In conjunction with my studies, I have done research with clergy and their families.
(833) 548-0492 x132
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Savage, MD 20763
Offers online therapy
If you are feeling stuck, unsure, hurt, or angry, I would like to journey alongside you to help you discover the path and healing that is right for you. I have worked with members of the clergy, military, police, and firefighters, along with their spouses. In conjunction with my studies, I have done research with clergy and their families.
(833) 548-0492 x132
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Naweichi Temu
MS, LCPC Verified
Simpsonville, MD 21150
Not accepting new clients
**My practice is currently full.** You’ve never felt like an “insider,” you’ve experienced exclusion, and still have a strong desire to succeed. You feel the need to protect yourself from bias or discrimination by hiding your true identity and unique self to “fit in.” Come as you are, know that you are in a safe and supportive space that values your differences and is focused on you thriving and feeling empowered. We will work together to build a trusting relationship, create a treatment plan that incorporates your values and goals for therapy into your daily life.
(667) 200-0923
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Simpsonville, MD 21150
Not accepting new clients
**My practice is currently full.** You’ve never felt like an “insider,” you’ve experienced exclusion, and still have a strong desire to succeed. You feel the need to protect yourself from bias or discrimination by hiding your true identity and unique self to “fit in.” Come as you are, know that you are in a safe and supportive space that values your differences and is focused on you thriving and feeling empowered. We will work together to build a trusting relationship, create a treatment plan that incorporates your values and goals for therapy into your daily life.
(667) 200-0923
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Kathleen Van Meter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, C-DBT Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
I am currently licensed at the clinical level (LCSW-C) to practice social work in Maryland. I utilize a direct, yet warm and affirming approach in therapy. Each client is unique and I work hard to assist clients in achieving his or her treatment goals through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution- Focused Therapy. Much of my work focuses on Mindfulness and supportive therapies.
Verified
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Columbia, MD 21044
Offers online therapy
I am currently licensed at the clinical level (LCSW-C) to practice social work in Maryland. I utilize a direct, yet warm and affirming approach in therapy. Each client is unique and I work hard to assist clients in achieving his or her treatment goals through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution- Focused Therapy. Much of my work focuses on Mindfulness and supportive therapies.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Howard County are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.

Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Howard County then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.

Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.

How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Howard County, or Child Psychologists in Howard County.

Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Howard County psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Howard County specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.