Gestalt Therapists in Largo, MD
Welcome to the change you have been looking for! The focus of my practice is to help you become the change you want. "My kids don't listen" "I'm depressed", "this is not where I suppose to be in my life", "I'm hurting", confused and I don't know what to do". These are the thoughts, feelings and emotions that run through our heads every day. When things go wrong we look for something or someone to change...we look at the people around us to change, but they don't! The change comes from you!
Welcome to the change you have been looking for! The focus of my practice is to help you become the change you want. "My kids don't listen" "I'm depressed", "this is not where I suppose to be in my life", "I'm hurting", confused and I don't know what to do". These are the thoughts, feelings and emotions that run through our heads every day. When things go wrong we look for something or someone to change...we look at the people around us to change, but they don't! The change comes from you!
Our mission is to provide affordable and cost-effective mental health counseling, social-emotional learning support, and training services focused on mental health and wellness to anyone in need, without limitations. We assist individuals and families with access to mental health resources to achieve overall success. We believe in inspiring people through partnership and collaboration to help individuals and families reach their life goals through purposeful and meaningful therapeutic services, education, coaching, and training programs.
Our mission is to provide affordable and cost-effective mental health counseling, social-emotional learning support, and training services focused on mental health and wellness to anyone in need, without limitations. We assist individuals and families with access to mental health resources to achieve overall success. We believe in inspiring people through partnership and collaboration to help individuals and families reach their life goals through purposeful and meaningful therapeutic services, education, coaching, and training programs.
I am licensed clinical professional counselor who enjoys helping adults gain a deeper understanding of their resilience. I strive to empower clients to develop self-confidence, a stronger sense of identity, healthy interpersonal relationships, and trust in their own decisions. I am compassionate, authentic, and responsive to my clients' needs. I received my MS Degree in Mental Health Counseling, from Loyola University of Maryland in Baltimore. I have a experience in outpatient psychotherapy, School-based therapy, Military and residential programs.
I am licensed clinical professional counselor who enjoys helping adults gain a deeper understanding of their resilience. I strive to empower clients to develop self-confidence, a stronger sense of identity, healthy interpersonal relationships, and trust in their own decisions. I am compassionate, authentic, and responsive to my clients' needs. I received my MS Degree in Mental Health Counseling, from Loyola University of Maryland in Baltimore. I have a experience in outpatient psychotherapy, School-based therapy, Military and residential programs.
Karen Hill Allen and Associates,
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, BCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life gets hard…
Counseling is indeed an opportunity for you to explore those areas of life that need your attention. My approach to counseling is holistic - incorporating the mind, body, spirit, and emotions. My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), although I am eclectic, incorporating other approaches. MS in Pastoral Counseling. Psychology and Spirituality are both rooted in honoring the human experience; both are grounded in relationship. Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator "helping pre-marital couples build resilient relationships". You train people how to be in a relationship with you.
Life gets hard…
Counseling is indeed an opportunity for you to explore those areas of life that need your attention. My approach to counseling is holistic - incorporating the mind, body, spirit, and emotions. My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), although I am eclectic, incorporating other approaches. MS in Pastoral Counseling. Psychology and Spirituality are both rooted in honoring the human experience; both are grounded in relationship. Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator "helping pre-marital couples build resilient relationships". You train people how to be in a relationship with you.
You’ve been the strong one for everyone else, yet behind the smile, you’re exhausted. I help high-achieving Black women and women of color release the pressure to ‘have it all together’ and begin healing at their own pace.
I help high-achieving Black women and women of color who look “successful” on the outside but feel like they’re unraveling on the inside. Many of my clients are navigating:
•The weight of past trauma
•Constant pressure to perform
•Complicated relationships
•Quiet battles with anxiety, self-doubt, or burnout
My goal is for you to leave therapy feeling more confident, grounded, and clear about your next chapter
You’ve been the strong one for everyone else, yet behind the smile, you’re exhausted. I help high-achieving Black women and women of color release the pressure to ‘have it all together’ and begin healing at their own pace.
I help high-achieving Black women and women of color who look “successful” on the outside but feel like they’re unraveling on the inside. Many of my clients are navigating:
•The weight of past trauma
•Constant pressure to perform
•Complicated relationships
•Quiet battles with anxiety, self-doubt, or burnout
My goal is for you to leave therapy feeling more confident, grounded, and clear about your next chapter
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Anne Arundel Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, CFC, BCTMH
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Anne Arundel Counseling is a highly recognized and regarded MD State Certified provider offering six convenient locations: Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Edgewater, Bowie, Stevensville & Centreville. We pride ourselves on being a diverse group of licensed and experienced specialists. We are dedicated to the well-being of each client and empowering them to succeed in a warm, supportive and inviting environment. Our administrative staff will complete an informal screening to have you scheduled with the most appropriate clinician for your area of need. We look forward to hearing from you!
Anne Arundel Counseling is a highly recognized and regarded MD State Certified provider offering six convenient locations: Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Edgewater, Bowie, Stevensville & Centreville. We pride ourselves on being a diverse group of licensed and experienced specialists. We are dedicated to the well-being of each client and empowering them to succeed in a warm, supportive and inviting environment. Our administrative staff will complete an informal screening to have you scheduled with the most appropriate clinician for your area of need. We look forward to hearing from you!
Licensed in VA, MD, MA, and WV. I work with individuals and couples navigating relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, questions about sexuality or gender, religion/faith transitions, and major life changes. Many of my clients feel stuck between who they are expected to be and who they truly are. Others are exploring nontraditional relationships, rebuilding trust, healing from shame, or reevaluating beliefs about themselves, relationships, and spirituality. Together, we create space for deeper connection, greater authenticity, and a life that feels aligned with their values and goals.
Licensed in VA, MD, MA, and WV. I work with individuals and couples navigating relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, questions about sexuality or gender, religion/faith transitions, and major life changes. Many of my clients feel stuck between who they are expected to be and who they truly are. Others are exploring nontraditional relationships, rebuilding trust, healing from shame, or reevaluating beliefs about themselves, relationships, and spirituality. Together, we create space for deeper connection, greater authenticity, and a life that feels aligned with their values and goals.
Life can be rough sometimes and asking for help is often the most difficult thing to do. I understand how difficult it is to ask for help and recognize the strength it takes to ask for it. I am a clinical social worker who can help break down the walls of confusion, fear, anxiety and anger to overcome life's daunting issues. I have over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults and families in a variety of settings. I have been in private practice for 11 years and have supported people manage life transitions to be less of a barrier and more of an opportunity.
Life can be rough sometimes and asking for help is often the most difficult thing to do. I understand how difficult it is to ask for help and recognize the strength it takes to ask for it. I am a clinical social worker who can help break down the walls of confusion, fear, anxiety and anger to overcome life's daunting issues. I have over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults and families in a variety of settings. I have been in private practice for 11 years and have supported people manage life transitions to be less of a barrier and more of an opportunity.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
Hello, thank you for reading my profile. Life is beautiful and we try to make the best of it, but due to stresses and unexpected factors it becomes difficult to maintain a balance between ourselves and the people surrounding us. I believe in a holistic approach to treat the human mind. I provide psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults to address depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, concern in personal and work relationships. I have specialized training in traumatic events like sexual assault, grief and chronic illness as well as anger management, conflict resolution, life coaching and problem solving.
I am a person-centered therapist. My therapeutic methods are based on a trusting relationship and techniques responsive to your specific needs with a priority on warmth and the therapeutic relationship. I am also a Play Therapist. I work with kids and adults to find creative ways to express their emotions, process experiences, and pursue wellness.
I am a person-centered therapist. My therapeutic methods are based on a trusting relationship and techniques responsive to your specific needs with a priority on warmth and the therapeutic relationship. I am also a Play Therapist. I work with kids and adults to find creative ways to express their emotions, process experiences, and pursue wellness.
As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I envision my ideal client as someone grappling with anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, seeking a path to emotional well-being and personal growth. My clients need a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. As a dedicated and compassionate therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth. With a focus on creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
As a dedicated Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I envision my ideal client as someone grappling with anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, seeking a path to emotional well-being and personal growth. My clients need a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. As a dedicated and compassionate therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth. With a focus on creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
The clients I work with are those committed to better health. My clients are those seeking health in their relationships, mood, body, mind and spirit. I specialize in those looking to have peak performance, those going through a life transition, and parents looking to be better. When we start therapy, we are getting to know each other. I will take the time to learn all about you, your environment and what challenges you are facing. Then we develop goals together that you want to achieve during therapy. From there I can develop a tailored plan to help you find the life you seek.
The clients I work with are those committed to better health. My clients are those seeking health in their relationships, mood, body, mind and spirit. I specialize in those looking to have peak performance, those going through a life transition, and parents looking to be better. When we start therapy, we are getting to know each other. I will take the time to learn all about you, your environment and what challenges you are facing. Then we develop goals together that you want to achieve during therapy. From there I can develop a tailored plan to help you find the life you seek.
In over 30 years of clinical work, as the founder and director of a social service agency and as the former therapist dedicated to Harvard Law School, I draw from a wide range of evidence-based clinical modalities to help you achieve your goals. I work with adults of all ages. I am effective in helping clients cope with uncertainty, find relief from depression and anxiety, restore balance in life and navigate relationship and career changes. We may also look at issues related to stage of life transitions. Members of the legal and medical professions find psychotherapy with me to be helpful in coping with professional challenges
In over 30 years of clinical work, as the founder and director of a social service agency and as the former therapist dedicated to Harvard Law School, I draw from a wide range of evidence-based clinical modalities to help you achieve your goals. I work with adults of all ages. I am effective in helping clients cope with uncertainty, find relief from depression and anxiety, restore balance in life and navigate relationship and career changes. We may also look at issues related to stage of life transitions. Members of the legal and medical professions find psychotherapy with me to be helpful in coping with professional challenges
I’m currently accepting new clients from MD for online sessions, with set slots and flexibility week to week. Because of my own life experience (HI, MTHFR, MCAS, mold poisoning), I work with people with chronic illness. So many of us have been medically gaslit and even shamed for the way our own bodies work, and of course this affects our mental health! I take a holistic, integrative, and functional approach to mental health, recognizing that our well-being is shaped by biological, psychological, environmental, spiritual, and cultural influences. My clients are seekers who want to heal, and they are looking for someone to walk with.
I’m currently accepting new clients from MD for online sessions, with set slots and flexibility week to week. Because of my own life experience (HI, MTHFR, MCAS, mold poisoning), I work with people with chronic illness. So many of us have been medically gaslit and even shamed for the way our own bodies work, and of course this affects our mental health! I take a holistic, integrative, and functional approach to mental health, recognizing that our well-being is shaped by biological, psychological, environmental, spiritual, and cultural influences. My clients are seekers who want to heal, and they are looking for someone to walk with.
I also draw from psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Gestalt, and Jungian-informed therapy to explore relational patterns and deepen self-understanding.
You feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode due to relational trauma, attachment wounds, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, or Depression. You may notice repeating patterns in relationships, difficulty regulating emotions, or challenges with boundaries and self-worth. You want both practical tools and deeper insight into the unconscious patterns shaping your experiences. Together, we build emotional regulation skills, strengthen resilience, and foster lasting self-awareness—at a pace that honors your individual needs.
I also draw from psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Gestalt, and Jungian-informed therapy to explore relational patterns and deepen self-understanding.
You feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode due to relational trauma, attachment wounds, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, or Depression. You may notice repeating patterns in relationships, difficulty regulating emotions, or challenges with boundaries and self-worth. You want both practical tools and deeper insight into the unconscious patterns shaping your experiences. Together, we build emotional regulation skills, strengthen resilience, and foster lasting self-awareness—at a pace that honors your individual needs.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor who specializes in working with adolescents and young adults. I facilitate change by providing a safe, non-threatening environment that demonstrates love, compassion, trust, and understanding. This caring environment helps children and adults build the stepping stones needed to live a happier and healthier life through learning self-awareness and the development of effective coping skills. I use a variety of tools in my practice, including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness techniques, which help reduce anxiety and depression particularly for those individuals who have experienced trauma.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor who specializes in working with adolescents and young adults. I facilitate change by providing a safe, non-threatening environment that demonstrates love, compassion, trust, and understanding. This caring environment helps children and adults build the stepping stones needed to live a happier and healthier life through learning self-awareness and the development of effective coping skills. I use a variety of tools in my practice, including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness techniques, which help reduce anxiety and depression particularly for those individuals who have experienced trauma.
My ideal clients have recently experienced a traumatic event(s) and need a safe, supportive, and knowledgeable environment to process and heal. I guide clients through this stage by helping regulate the nervous system and stabilize and adjust life to prioritize functionality through symptoms. I help clients process their trauma deeply, appropriately, and safely using evidence-based trauma treatments, including EMDR. They have experienced complex trauma (childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, relationship trauma, trauma related to ongoing war/natural disasters/mass causality, etc.)
My ideal clients have recently experienced a traumatic event(s) and need a safe, supportive, and knowledgeable environment to process and heal. I guide clients through this stage by helping regulate the nervous system and stabilize and adjust life to prioritize functionality through symptoms. I help clients process their trauma deeply, appropriately, and safely using evidence-based trauma treatments, including EMDR. They have experienced complex trauma (childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, relationship trauma, trauma related to ongoing war/natural disasters/mass causality, etc.)
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space where you can explore your emotions openly and nonjudgmentally, heal from past experiences, and build resilience for the future? As the founder of SerenVive Wellness, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and purpose. I believe in fostering a safe environment where every client feels heard, valued, supported, and understood. Through collaboration and compassion, I guide clients toward transformation and lifelong wellness.
Are you looking for a safe and supportive space where you can explore your emotions openly and nonjudgmentally, heal from past experiences, and build resilience for the future? As the founder of SerenVive Wellness, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and purpose. I believe in fostering a safe environment where every client feels heard, valued, supported, and understood. Through collaboration and compassion, I guide clients toward transformation and lifelong wellness.
Clinically I am trained in Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Jungian, and Transpersonal psychotherapies.
I am more interested in what you are experiencing than anything I could tell you about myself. Generally, individuals come to therapy because they have reached a personal impasse and would like an outside perspective.
Clinically I am trained in Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Jungian, and Transpersonal psychotherapies.
I am more interested in what you are experiencing than anything I could tell you about myself. Generally, individuals come to therapy because they have reached a personal impasse and would like an outside perspective.
I continue to derive immense satisfaction from becoming a psychologist and exploring many paths and points of view about the nature of "reality", personally in my own work on myself and with others in psychotherapy (from physical/behavioral/external levels to non-physical/subjective/internal levels). People who have participated in psychotherapy with me often describe deriving value from increased awareness, insight and understanding about their past and present circumstances, both internal and external. These results have led to resolving external behavioral issues and increasing their level of internal satisfaction about their life experiences.
I continue to derive immense satisfaction from becoming a psychologist and exploring many paths and points of view about the nature of "reality", personally in my own work on myself and with others in psychotherapy (from physical/behavioral/external levels to non-physical/subjective/internal levels). People who have participated in psychotherapy with me often describe deriving value from increased awareness, insight and understanding about their past and present circumstances, both internal and external. These results have led to resolving external behavioral issues and increasing their level of internal satisfaction about their life experiences.
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Gestalt Therapists
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behavior, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.