Female Therapists in Laurel, MD
Do you find yourself struggling with anxious thoughts? Are the trials of everyday life trapping you in a cycle of depression? Maybe you are having a hard time processing a traumatic event that has happened to you? You are not alone, and you do not have to continue struggling. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere that allows you to express yourself openly and freely. As a client of mine, I will help you work through whatever it is you are currently experiencing and help you work towards a happier tomorrow.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxious thoughts? Are the trials of everyday life trapping you in a cycle of depression? Maybe you are having a hard time processing a traumatic event that has happened to you? You are not alone, and you do not have to continue struggling. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere that allows you to express yourself openly and freely. As a client of mine, I will help you work through whatever it is you are currently experiencing and help you work towards a happier tomorrow.
In life, we all come to stages, at times, where we acknowledge that we need support. If you are frustrated, anxious, sad, confused and/or unsure of where your relationship or life is headed, I can help! Whether you are experiencing health concerns, relationship issues, personal conflicts or any other life transitions, learning to cope can be a game changer and you can gain the skills for better clarity and peace. My service is provided via confidential online therapy only.
In life, we all come to stages, at times, where we acknowledge that we need support. If you are frustrated, anxious, sad, confused and/or unsure of where your relationship or life is headed, I can help! Whether you are experiencing health concerns, relationship issues, personal conflicts or any other life transitions, learning to cope can be a game changer and you can gain the skills for better clarity and peace. My service is provided via confidential online therapy only.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health and Pastoral Counseling. I expanded my 30 year Nursing career to increase the quality, depth, meaningfulness, and effectiveness of my interactions with clients. My tailored approach meets the needs of clients without judgment or prejudice, working to increase each client's emotional strength through structured, positive, and affirming therapeutic sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health and Pastoral Counseling. I expanded my 30 year Nursing career to increase the quality, depth, meaningfulness, and effectiveness of my interactions with clients. My tailored approach meets the needs of clients without judgment or prejudice, working to increase each client's emotional strength through structured, positive, and affirming therapeutic sessions.
Starting therapy was one of the hardest—and best—decisions I’ve ever made. So if you’re reading this, know I understand how heavy and hard this feels. If this is your first time searching for someone to talk to, take a breath and remember: one step at a time. You’ve already done the hardest part which is accept that you need support. I’m so very proud of you. The next step is setting an appointment. After that, it’s my job to show up for you.
Starting therapy was one of the hardest—and best—decisions I’ve ever made. So if you’re reading this, know I understand how heavy and hard this feels. If this is your first time searching for someone to talk to, take a breath and remember: one step at a time. You’ve already done the hardest part which is accept that you need support. I’m so very proud of you. The next step is setting an appointment. After that, it’s my job to show up for you.
Embarking on the journey toward better health is a courageous step. At Two Roads, I view readiness for therapy as a continuum of willingness, trust, and commitment—never a single moment of being “fully ready.” With over a decade of experience as a therapist and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, I support individuals, parents, and families through an attachment-based lens. My goal is to help strengthen relationships, foster deeper bonds, and address how past experiences shape present life. Your presence here already marks meaningful progress.
Embarking on the journey toward better health is a courageous step. At Two Roads, I view readiness for therapy as a continuum of willingness, trust, and commitment—never a single moment of being “fully ready.” With over a decade of experience as a therapist and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, I support individuals, parents, and families through an attachment-based lens. My goal is to help strengthen relationships, foster deeper bonds, and address how past experiences shape present life. Your presence here already marks meaningful progress.
Welcome! As an active and dynamic licensed psychologist, I am dedicated to helping individuals and families reach their highest potential. I strive to understand your experiences from your frame of reference and systematically guide you through a journey of healing with respect, dignity and confidentiality.
It would be both a privilege and pleasure to work with you and your family in taking the first step toward emotional healing. Please take the liberty of contacting me to begin the journey!!
Welcome! As an active and dynamic licensed psychologist, I am dedicated to helping individuals and families reach their highest potential. I strive to understand your experiences from your frame of reference and systematically guide you through a journey of healing with respect, dignity and confidentiality.
It would be both a privilege and pleasure to work with you and your family in taking the first step toward emotional healing. Please take the liberty of contacting me to begin the journey!!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant worry, racing thoughts, or an ever-present sense of anxiety that seems to hold you back? Do you feel trapped in your own mind, unable to fully engage in your daily life or relationships, or simply exhausted by the emotional toll anxiety takes on you? Do you want to feel more grounded, more confident, and to take control over your thoughts and emotions so you can live a more peaceful, fulfilling life? Are you ready to break free from the cycle of fear and uncertainty? Anxiety doesn’t have to define you, and with the right support, you can reclaim control and thrive.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant worry, racing thoughts, or an ever-present sense of anxiety that seems to hold you back? Do you feel trapped in your own mind, unable to fully engage in your daily life or relationships, or simply exhausted by the emotional toll anxiety takes on you? Do you want to feel more grounded, more confident, and to take control over your thoughts and emotions so you can live a more peaceful, fulfilling life? Are you ready to break free from the cycle of fear and uncertainty? Anxiety doesn’t have to define you, and with the right support, you can reclaim control and thrive.
Are you finding it difficult to cope with stress, trauma, anxiety, or depression? Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. With over 18 years of experience supporting adults, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process your feelings and begin the healing journey. Together, we’ll focus on you exploring self-care, stress management, and relaxation strategies so you can begin to feel more balanced and at ease.
Are you finding it difficult to cope with stress, trauma, anxiety, or depression? Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. With over 18 years of experience supporting adults, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process your feelings and begin the healing journey. Together, we’ll focus on you exploring self-care, stress management, and relaxation strategies so you can begin to feel more balanced and at ease.
You may feel stuck in your relationship with food, worn down by thinking about it more than you want to, struggling to feel satisfied, or questioning your sense of control. These patterns are often narrowly framed as a lack of discipline, when in reality, they are generally driven by factors that go far beyond willpower. Many of the people I work with are trying to make sense of these experiences while also navigating broader questions about their health, identity, or direction in life.
You may feel stuck in your relationship with food, worn down by thinking about it more than you want to, struggling to feel satisfied, or questioning your sense of control. These patterns are often narrowly framed as a lack of discipline, when in reality, they are generally driven by factors that go far beyond willpower. Many of the people I work with are trying to make sense of these experiences while also navigating broader questions about their health, identity, or direction in life.
Shendi Ramli-Hernandez
Counselor, LCPC, CCTP II, SEP, BASE-P
2 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20708
Waitlist for new clients
Over the years, I've heard many clients express a sense of imprisonment within their bodies or being 'stuck.' One client would describe "being everywhere but nowhere" to portray the discord between the mind and body. Furthermore, I have encountered numerous clients who went through multiple therapy sessions in the past---only to find out that the change was not enough or even uncomfortable and confusing. As for young clients, their unspoken pain manifests in traces of scars from self-harm and other destructive behaviors. For many of them, the traumatic past has become their present stories.
Over the years, I've heard many clients express a sense of imprisonment within their bodies or being 'stuck.' One client would describe "being everywhere but nowhere" to portray the discord between the mind and body. Furthermore, I have encountered numerous clients who went through multiple therapy sessions in the past---only to find out that the change was not enough or even uncomfortable and confusing. As for young clients, their unspoken pain manifests in traces of scars from self-harm and other destructive behaviors. For many of them, the traumatic past has become their present stories.
Life can be challenging and down right unpredictable; there are situations or feelings that can be difficult to manage independently. At times, it can be beneficial to get assistance with maintaining your path to growth and success. My goal is to assist average people with making a positive transition through developing a therapeutic non-judgmental relationship.
Life can be challenging and down right unpredictable; there are situations or feelings that can be difficult to manage independently. At times, it can be beneficial to get assistance with maintaining your path to growth and success. My goal is to assist average people with making a positive transition through developing a therapeutic non-judgmental relationship.
My ideal client is a motivated, solution-focused individual, often young entrepreneurs or professionals ready to work on interpersonal growth and emotional balance. With years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/behavioral health leader, I help clients strengthen communication, manage stress, and build healthier relationships. My approach blends trauma-informed care, emotional intelligence, and practical strategies to help you grow personally and professionally.
In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive psychological assessments for trauma and emotional functioning to help clarify symptoms and guide treatment.
My ideal client is a motivated, solution-focused individual, often young entrepreneurs or professionals ready to work on interpersonal growth and emotional balance. With years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/behavioral health leader, I help clients strengthen communication, manage stress, and build healthier relationships. My approach blends trauma-informed care, emotional intelligence, and practical strategies to help you grow personally and professionally.
In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive psychological assessments for trauma and emotional functioning to help clarify symptoms and guide treatment.
At Sona Bata Psychological Services (SBPS), we provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and adults, specializing in ADHD, autism, Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs), and immigration-related assessments in Laurel, Maryland.
At Sona Bata Psychological Services (SBPS), we provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and adults, specializing in ADHD, autism, Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs), and immigration-related assessments in Laurel, Maryland.
Trauma is a deeply personal experience that can have a profound impact on an individual's life. It's important to understand that everyone's response to trauma is unique. There is no right or wrong way to feel or react after a traumatic experience.
They need to heal from their experiences, develop resilience, and live fulfilling lives. If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma, seeking professional help is a sign of strength and a crucial step towards recovery.
Trauma is a deeply personal experience that can have a profound impact on an individual's life. It's important to understand that everyone's response to trauma is unique. There is no right or wrong way to feel or react after a traumatic experience.
They need to heal from their experiences, develop resilience, and live fulfilling lives. If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma, seeking professional help is a sign of strength and a crucial step towards recovery.
Shayla L
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
***EMAIL FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE***I believe all of us go through challenges and emotional pain throughout our lives that require non-judgmental insights to guide us through the healing process. We begin to manage our challenges and emotional pain in a healthier way by approaching them with curiosity and compassion rather than judgement and criticism. As a therapist, I am passionate about facilitating change with my clients by providing psychoeducation on psychological and emotional issues and a safe space for them to explore and understand their challenges.
***EMAIL FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE***I believe all of us go through challenges and emotional pain throughout our lives that require non-judgmental insights to guide us through the healing process. We begin to manage our challenges and emotional pain in a healthier way by approaching them with curiosity and compassion rather than judgement and criticism. As a therapist, I am passionate about facilitating change with my clients by providing psychoeducation on psychological and emotional issues and a safe space for them to explore and understand their challenges.
Individually or as a couple, you're exhausted from holding everything together while no one really sees how hard it is. Maybe anxiety, depression, past trauma, or constant conflict leaves you feeling lonely—in your own life or in your marriage. You're tired of walking on eggshells, repeating the same arguments, or shutting down to keep the peace. You want calmer communication, deeper emotional safety, and connection where you can show up fully—without losing your values, your faith, or your sanity. Whether navigating this alone or with a partner, you deserve to feel seen, safe, and grounded in who you are.
Individually or as a couple, you're exhausted from holding everything together while no one really sees how hard it is. Maybe anxiety, depression, past trauma, or constant conflict leaves you feeling lonely—in your own life or in your marriage. You're tired of walking on eggshells, repeating the same arguments, or shutting down to keep the peace. You want calmer communication, deeper emotional safety, and connection where you can show up fully—without losing your values, your faith, or your sanity. Whether navigating this alone or with a partner, you deserve to feel seen, safe, and grounded in who you are.
All Is Well Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC-S, LPC
1 Endorsed
Laurel, MD 20724
Since childhood, I've had a strong desire to help people. That desire grew to helping people identify what they need to create a fulfilling and enriching life through self discovery and acceptance. As a licensed therapist in Maryland and D.C., certified infant and early childhood mental health provider for over 11 years, I understand that in creating the life you want, sometimes, healing and restoration must take place. Helping people acknowledge and understand the integral parts of themselves through acceptance, self love and security in who they are is the focus of my practice and at the core of the work we will do together.
Since childhood, I've had a strong desire to help people. That desire grew to helping people identify what they need to create a fulfilling and enriching life through self discovery and acceptance. As a licensed therapist in Maryland and D.C., certified infant and early childhood mental health provider for over 11 years, I understand that in creating the life you want, sometimes, healing and restoration must take place. Helping people acknowledge and understand the integral parts of themselves through acceptance, self love and security in who they are is the focus of my practice and at the core of the work we will do together.
Harmony Wellness Counseling and Consulting Center,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW
Laurel, MD 20708
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to HWCCC, a practice offering comprehensive counseling and coaching services in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia, and are committed to offering quality accessible mental health care through telehealth and in-person sessions. What sets us apart are the extensive life and work experiences our team of Clinicians have encountered, throughout our careers, allowing us to shape our individual approaches to a variety of needs. We have worked with families in nearly all stages of life.
Welcome to HWCCC, a practice offering comprehensive counseling and coaching services in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia, and are committed to offering quality accessible mental health care through telehealth and in-person sessions. What sets us apart are the extensive life and work experiences our team of Clinicians have encountered, throughout our careers, allowing us to shape our individual approaches to a variety of needs. We have worked with families in nearly all stages of life.
With over 10 years of experience in the field and in various settings including schools, community-based, child welfare, the justice system, and in hospitals both emergency and psychiatric care, has allowed me to build a specific skill set and expertise in managing issues surrounding grief and loss, anxiety, depression, work-related stress, equity, mood disorders, interpersonal issues, victim awareness, anger management, abuse, trauma, and ADHD. Sometimes we don’t realize how a little positivity can go a long way, until it is, that you're in need of support.
With over 10 years of experience in the field and in various settings including schools, community-based, child welfare, the justice system, and in hospitals both emergency and psychiatric care, has allowed me to build a specific skill set and expertise in managing issues surrounding grief and loss, anxiety, depression, work-related stress, equity, mood disorders, interpersonal issues, victim awareness, anger management, abuse, trauma, and ADHD. Sometimes we don’t realize how a little positivity can go a long way, until it is, that you're in need of support.
First I want to acknowledge your effort to get help for your issues. You may be struggling with relationships, depression from a loss, anxiety about your future, memories of a terrible incident in the past, or an abusive childhood. Whatever it is that is getting in the way of your current life and your goals for the future, when you have the courage to work through these seemingly impossible challenges, you will find hope and your life will get better. I'm here to walk with you on this creative journey, your path to healing and wholeness.
First I want to acknowledge your effort to get help for your issues. You may be struggling with relationships, depression from a loss, anxiety about your future, memories of a terrible incident in the past, or an abusive childhood. Whatever it is that is getting in the way of your current life and your goals for the future, when you have the courage to work through these seemingly impossible challenges, you will find hope and your life will get better. I'm here to walk with you on this creative journey, your path to healing and wholeness.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, 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 because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
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 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.