Career Counseling Therapists in Laurel, MD

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Ekundayo Sogbesan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20708  (Online Only)
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, multicultural issues, relationship challenges, career decisions, self-esteem, and trauma.
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 choose to be in life.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, multicultural issues, relationship challenges, career decisions, self-esteem, and trauma.
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 choose to be in life.
(240) 868-6455 View (240) 868-6455
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Yolanda Pearson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20708  (Online Only)
I help clients who feel overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, life changes, transitions, and career issues. I am committed to helping you reconnect with your strengths and establish resilience towards navigating the challenges of life. It is incredibly important to establish a therapeutic rapport with you. My role is to provide authentic, empathy, and positive regard to assist you with developing the skills necessary for change and growth. As your therapist, my mission is to provide you with tools to reach your therapy goals. I will work collaboratively with you to discover the most resilient and confident version of yourself.
I help clients who feel overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, life changes, transitions, and career issues. I am committed to helping you reconnect with your strengths and establish resilience towards navigating the challenges of life. It is incredibly important to establish a therapeutic rapport with you. My role is to provide authentic, empathy, and positive regard to assist you with developing the skills necessary for change and growth. As your therapist, my mission is to provide you with tools to reach your therapy goals. I will work collaboratively with you to discover the most resilient and confident version of yourself.
(202) 937-0530 View (202) 937-0530
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Shola Adebusuyi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20708  (Online Only)
Do you ever feel stuck? Misunderstood? Have moments when you feel out of control, sad or hard to breathe? I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland and Washington, D.C., specializing in anxiety, depression, life transitions, career fatigue, substance use disorders, and living with chronic health conditions and life-threatening illnesses. I thoroughly believe in the power of self-care and teaching strategies to manage life stressors and the impact on clients’ well-being and relationships.
Do you ever feel stuck? Misunderstood? Have moments when you feel out of control, sad or hard to breathe? I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland and Washington, D.C., specializing in anxiety, depression, life transitions, career fatigue, substance use disorders, and living with chronic health conditions and life-threatening illnesses. I thoroughly believe in the power of self-care and teaching strategies to manage life stressors and the impact on clients’ well-being and relationships.
(202) 804-2906 View (202) 804-2906
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Innovation Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, CRC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20708
We offer assistance with building confidence and resources needed to pursue an appropriate career path and maintain it.
Welcome! I’m Adedayo Adeala, a dedicated mental health counselor and the founder of Innovation Counseling Services LLC. I specialize in providing compassionate support and evidence-based solutions to help individuals navigate personal and professional challenges. With a holistic approach to mental health, I believe that healing and growth are deeply connected to both emotional and vocational well-being. At Innovation Counseling Services, we offer a unique blend of mental health counseling and vocational training designed to empower individuals to thrive in their personal lives and professional careers.
We offer assistance with building confidence and resources needed to pursue an appropriate career path and maintain it.
Welcome! I’m Adedayo Adeala, a dedicated mental health counselor and the founder of Innovation Counseling Services LLC. I specialize in providing compassionate support and evidence-based solutions to help individuals navigate personal and professional challenges. With a holistic approach to mental health, I believe that healing and growth are deeply connected to both emotional and vocational well-being. At Innovation Counseling Services, we offer a unique blend of mental health counseling and vocational training designed to empower individuals to thrive in their personal lives and professional careers.
(240) 917-1380 View (240) 917-1380
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Donalee Watson Dwyer
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
Life is full of ups and downs, and sometimes, the downs can become so overwhelming when we are tackling life’s obstacles on our own, or with limited resources and support. I want you to know that you are not alone! We have all had struggles; I can certainly relate to that! Know that there is hope and the possibility for change exists if we really want it. I am Donalee Watson-Dwyer, LCPC, and I am currently a therapist with ROH Mental Health and Wellness Services, LLC, where our focus is on providing a ray of hope in seemingly hopeless situations.
Life is full of ups and downs, and sometimes, the downs can become so overwhelming when we are tackling life’s obstacles on our own, or with limited resources and support. I want you to know that you are not alone! We have all had struggles; I can certainly relate to that! Know that there is hope and the possibility for change exists if we really want it. I am Donalee Watson-Dwyer, LCPC, and I am currently a therapist with ROH Mental Health and Wellness Services, LLC, where our focus is on providing a ray of hope in seemingly hopeless situations.
(240) 913-6985 View (240) 913-6985
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Ebony L Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, SAP
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
Accepting Clients and Offering Virtual Sessions - Accepting LGs for Supervision- Our ideal clients seek to develop self-awareness, learn skills to cope and manage stress, and live within their own personal strengths. We provide financial wellness, positive psychology, and solution-focused counseling services to individuals. Together, we uncover your behaviors' root causes, build resilience, and create a roadmap to personal growth and professional success. Together, we find individualized solutions to your unique challenges. We offer individual counseling, professional development training, and wellness workshops.
Accepting Clients and Offering Virtual Sessions - Accepting LGs for Supervision- Our ideal clients seek to develop self-awareness, learn skills to cope and manage stress, and live within their own personal strengths. We provide financial wellness, positive psychology, and solution-focused counseling services to individuals. Together, we uncover your behaviors' root causes, build resilience, and create a roadmap to personal growth and professional success. Together, we find individualized solutions to your unique challenges. We offer individual counseling, professional development training, and wellness workshops.
(240) 301-4124 View (240) 301-4124
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Fisayo Awojoodu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical in the state of Maryland with 5 years’ of experience working with children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety. Fisayo completed his Masters in Social Work from Morgan State University Baltimore, MD.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical in the state of Maryland with 5 years’ of experience working with children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety. Fisayo completed his Masters in Social Work from Morgan State University Baltimore, MD.
(410) 690-8032 View (410) 690-8032
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Jean L. Audain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20708
Over the past 22 years, I've had the opportunity to work with children and adolescents. In the last 12 years I've increased my scope to include young and older adults. Anxiety, depression, trauma and other behavioral challenges have made up the majority of my work. In each of these situations a strength-based, goal-centric and client-empowered approach has yielded success. In my experience my clients have simply wanted to feel better about their place in life while re-learning to hope once again. My work in schools and in practice have taught me that my success begins from a place of genuine care for my client's well-being.
Over the past 22 years, I've had the opportunity to work with children and adolescents. In the last 12 years I've increased my scope to include young and older adults. Anxiety, depression, trauma and other behavioral challenges have made up the majority of my work. In each of these situations a strength-based, goal-centric and client-empowered approach has yielded success. In my experience my clients have simply wanted to feel better about their place in life while re-learning to hope once again. My work in schools and in practice have taught me that my success begins from a place of genuine care for my client's well-being.
(410) 961-0120 View (410) 961-0120
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Georgina S Arhin
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.
There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. Many people come to therapy to free themselves from self-defeating patterns, maladaptive behaviors and the legacy of past traumas, so they can be more truly themselves in relation to others and live with greater satisfaction and meaning.
(240) 713-5995 View (240) 713-5995
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Channing Clark
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that sometimes experiences in life can taint one’s genuine self and cause them to develop defense mechanisms that prevent their true nature from being shared with the world. My passion is to help women navigate through life’s experiences and difficulties in order to embrace and nurture their true identity. I specialize in working with women who feel stuck unpack their past and uncover their healing.
I believe that sometimes experiences in life can taint one’s genuine self and cause them to develop defense mechanisms that prevent their true nature from being shared with the world. My passion is to help women navigate through life’s experiences and difficulties in order to embrace and nurture their true identity. I specialize in working with women who feel stuck unpack their past and uncover their healing.
(410) 983-3291 View (410) 983-3291
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Confidence in You services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
Welcome to Confidence in You Services. I stand on the mission of helping others find their greatest potential. I have extensive experience in counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, youth education, working with children, teens, and adults. I strive to help people reach their greatest potential by recognizing that they must build healthy relationships with their individual self by addressing and acknowledging their life-changing experiences, putting their mental health first, and setting appropriate boundaries.
Welcome to Confidence in You Services. I stand on the mission of helping others find their greatest potential. I have extensive experience in counseling, assessment, crisis intervention, youth education, working with children, teens, and adults. I strive to help people reach their greatest potential by recognizing that they must build healthy relationships with their individual self by addressing and acknowledging their life-changing experiences, putting their mental health first, and setting appropriate boundaries.
(240) 301-1317 View (240) 301-1317
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Michellee A Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20708  (Online Only)
I have had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents and their families from various walks of life. I have worked with clients' experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and other mental health challenges affecting their socio-emotional functioning. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and their families- I believe that challenges can be overcome, and stronger, more resilient children, adolescents and their families can emerge, as a result.
I have had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents and their families from various walks of life. I have worked with clients' experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and other mental health challenges affecting their socio-emotional functioning. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and their families- I believe that challenges can be overcome, and stronger, more resilient children, adolescents and their families can emerge, as a result.
(301) 701-3165 View (301) 701-3165
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Monika Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707
I enjoy assisting individuals and couples through their journey toward personal enlightenment, often within a holistic approach. It is my passion to assist with the emotional growth process that comes with therapy. I am skilled at identifying patterns of dysfunction in behavior and thought, and guiding the cognitive processes to ensure positive outcomes. As a result, my ideal client is ready for change and willing to do the work required to embark upon the path toward healing and growth.
I enjoy assisting individuals and couples through their journey toward personal enlightenment, often within a holistic approach. It is my passion to assist with the emotional growth process that comes with therapy. I am skilled at identifying patterns of dysfunction in behavior and thought, and guiding the cognitive processes to ensure positive outcomes. As a result, my ideal client is ready for change and willing to do the work required to embark upon the path toward healing and growth.
(301) 691-3916 View (301) 691-3916
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R.E.A.L. Therapy Solutions - Dr. Dwayne Buckingham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C, BCD
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
As a culturally sensitive and highly skilled psychotherapist with more than 25 years of experience, I have dedicated my life to treating military members, veterans, adults, teens and couples who have experienced adversity and suffers from a variety of psychological and behavioral challenges such as trauma, relationship distress, domestic violence, depression, grief, anxiety and family dysfunction. My ideal client has an unwavering desire to reach his/her full potential and is ready to do the work. Known as "The E.R. Doctor" I have developed a reputation for helping my clients successfully overcome adversity and recover from trauma.
As a culturally sensitive and highly skilled psychotherapist with more than 25 years of experience, I have dedicated my life to treating military members, veterans, adults, teens and couples who have experienced adversity and suffers from a variety of psychological and behavioral challenges such as trauma, relationship distress, domestic violence, depression, grief, anxiety and family dysfunction. My ideal client has an unwavering desire to reach his/her full potential and is ready to do the work. Known as "The E.R. Doctor" I have developed a reputation for helping my clients successfully overcome adversity and recover from trauma.
(240) 917-2023 View (240) 917-2023
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Adrienne Washington
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
Are you tired of battling with overwhelming? Feelings of depression, anxiety, trauma or employment stress ? Do you feel like you're struggling to find your inner strength and confidence? You're not alone, and there's hope for a brighter tomorrow! I am a therapist dedicated to supporting women of color through life's challenges, with a focus on holistic healing and empowerment. We offer a unique blend of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your individual needs.
Are you tired of battling with overwhelming? Feelings of depression, anxiety, trauma or employment stress ? Do you feel like you're struggling to find your inner strength and confidence? You're not alone, and there's hope for a brighter tomorrow! I am a therapist dedicated to supporting women of color through life's challenges, with a focus on holistic healing and empowerment. We offer a unique blend of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your individual needs.
(410) 453-8570 View (410) 453-8570
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Harmony Wellness Counseling and Consulting Center,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20708
For several years before starting a private practice, I worked as a clinician at community-based mental health clinics, nonprofit and private practice groups in Maryland, DC, VA, and Pennsylvania. As a clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping children, adults, couples, families, and immigrants heal and improve their quality of life. My expertise focuses on facilitating a therapeutic process that creates harmony between one's mind, body, and soul. ​ My treatment approach integrates a broad range of interventions influenced by evidence and trauma-based theories, CBT, DBT, and alternative therapies.
For several years before starting a private practice, I worked as a clinician at community-based mental health clinics, nonprofit and private practice groups in Maryland, DC, VA, and Pennsylvania. As a clinical social worker, I am passionate about helping children, adults, couples, families, and immigrants heal and improve their quality of life. My expertise focuses on facilitating a therapeutic process that creates harmony between one's mind, body, and soul. ​ My treatment approach integrates a broad range of interventions influenced by evidence and trauma-based theories, CBT, DBT, and alternative therapies.
(443) 747-7462 View (443) 747-7462
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Pierre Bashler Dorival
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707  (Online Only)
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
(240) 356-0108 View (240) 356-0108
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Divine Chiangeh
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Laurel, MD 20707
Life has a way of inflicting stress, emotional pain and unusual circumstances which we are not prepared to handle. More often than not, we find ourselves unable to properly function and engage in healthy relationships because of our internal troubles which have outward expressions. Contemporary research provides credible evidence that mental illness is a risk factor for physical illness and vice versa. Stress is an unavoidable variable in existence but too much of it, is one of the reasons why we are plaqued with mental illness. This is where I come in. I can help. Talk to me.
Life has a way of inflicting stress, emotional pain and unusual circumstances which we are not prepared to handle. More often than not, we find ourselves unable to properly function and engage in healthy relationships because of our internal troubles which have outward expressions. Contemporary research provides credible evidence that mental illness is a risk factor for physical illness and vice versa. Stress is an unavoidable variable in existence but too much of it, is one of the reasons why we are plaqued with mental illness. This is where I come in. I can help. Talk to me.
(410) 835-7592 View (410) 835-7592
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Ashleigh Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
You are so brave for stepping up to the plate to improve your life; to attain greater balance, achieve your goals, enhance your self-assurance, learn your strengths, and to feel empowered to live fully! I love working with adults who struggle with trying to manage it all. Between work, parenting, relationships, socializing with friends, and maintaining a meaningful spiritual life, many adults are just plain exhausted. You desire to feel greater peace with it all and to start enjoying life again. I see you and I hear you, and I cannot wait for us to work together so you can discover your needs and finally meet your goals.
You are so brave for stepping up to the plate to improve your life; to attain greater balance, achieve your goals, enhance your self-assurance, learn your strengths, and to feel empowered to live fully! I love working with adults who struggle with trying to manage it all. Between work, parenting, relationships, socializing with friends, and maintaining a meaningful spiritual life, many adults are just plain exhausted. You desire to feel greater peace with it all and to start enjoying life again. I see you and I hear you, and I cannot wait for us to work together so you can discover your needs and finally meet your goals.
(410) 417-8228 View (410) 417-8228
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Craig Rushing
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20707
My practice has helped individuals gain independence, address problematic issues and have a more rewarding lifestyle while developing healthy relationships since 1996. I have worked extensively with adults, couples, families, and teenagers suffering from depression; emotional and sexual abuse disorders; addictive behaviors; and other mental illnesses. My office is located on the second floor of Pennington Center. The building has a handicap access entrance.
My practice has helped individuals gain independence, address problematic issues and have a more rewarding lifestyle while developing healthy relationships since 1996. I have worked extensively with adults, couples, families, and teenagers suffering from depression; emotional and sexual abuse disorders; addictive behaviors; and other mental illnesses. My office is located on the second floor of Pennington Center. The building has a handicap access entrance.
(410) 775-5160 View (410) 775-5160
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Career Counseling Therapists

How do I know if I need career counseling?

Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.

Who can benefit from career counseling?

Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counseling typically last?

The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counseling?

Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.