Psychodynamic Therapists in Lutherville Timonium, MD
Welcome! Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed and at a loss for how to cope right now? Could you benefit from a safe refuge where you can receive some support in sorting things out?
I am committed to providing my clients with a relationship that is secure, collaborative, non-judgmental, and respectful. Although I have over a decade of training in the nature of psychological problems that can trouble us, my focus as a psychologist is in the client as a whole person, with an emphasis on their strengths.
Welcome! Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed and at a loss for how to cope right now? Could you benefit from a safe refuge where you can receive some support in sorting things out?
I am committed to providing my clients with a relationship that is secure, collaborative, non-judgmental, and respectful. Although I have over a decade of training in the nature of psychological problems that can trouble us, my focus as a psychologist is in the client as a whole person, with an emphasis on their strengths.
I conduct psychodynamic therapy with an integrated biopsychosocial approach.
I practice EMDR with select clients. EMDR is an innovative psychotherapy approach that has been shown to accelerate the treatment of a wide variety of difficulties and mental health concerns. Another interest of mine is Sandtray Therapy with adults. Sandtray is increasingly recognized as an effective tool in trauma counseling.
I conduct psychodynamic therapy with an integrated biopsychosocial approach.
I practice EMDR with select clients. EMDR is an innovative psychotherapy approach that has been shown to accelerate the treatment of a wide variety of difficulties and mental health concerns. Another interest of mine is Sandtray Therapy with adults. Sandtray is increasingly recognized as an effective tool in trauma counseling.
We are all driven to realize our true potential and live a life that we are happy to live. In your journey to fulfil your life goals and dreams you may have to overcome various obstacles that challenge your mental health and well-being. I view health in a holistic manner, which means I acknowledge the multidimensionality of health, such as: physical, emotional, social, spiritual, interpersonal, etc. As a Black psychologist, I recognize the influence our social environment has on our mental health and wellness. I believe that the health and wellness of these multidimensional aspects, makes us whole, healthy, and happy.
We are all driven to realize our true potential and live a life that we are happy to live. In your journey to fulfil your life goals and dreams you may have to overcome various obstacles that challenge your mental health and well-being. I view health in a holistic manner, which means I acknowledge the multidimensionality of health, such as: physical, emotional, social, spiritual, interpersonal, etc. As a Black psychologist, I recognize the influence our social environment has on our mental health and wellness. I believe that the health and wellness of these multidimensional aspects, makes us whole, healthy, and happy.
Now Accepting Clients! Are you overwhelmed with life and is having trouble facing your day? Whether you are overwhelmed by school, work or overall responsibilities, my aim is to equip you with the skills to face your fears and take on their day. I provide a safe space for you to express yourself without fear of judgement. I also love working with adolescents who are in need of guidance and assistance in correcting maladaptive behaviors
Now Accepting Clients! Are you overwhelmed with life and is having trouble facing your day? Whether you are overwhelmed by school, work or overall responsibilities, my aim is to equip you with the skills to face your fears and take on their day. I provide a safe space for you to express yourself without fear of judgement. I also love working with adolescents who are in need of guidance and assistance in correcting maladaptive behaviors
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy which emphasizes how the totality of our life experience affects our view of the world.
Life inevitably challenges our ability to stay balanced and centered throughout our day to day existence. Working with a psychologist can offer the breathing room needed to help make sense of our circumstances. The process of therapy and the journey of self-discovery in a supportive environment can help untangle confusing thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns that seem to be keeping you stuck. Whether you have feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, or a challenging life transition, I will collaborate with you to help you find clarity.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy which emphasizes how the totality of our life experience affects our view of the world.
Life inevitably challenges our ability to stay balanced and centered throughout our day to day existence. Working with a psychologist can offer the breathing room needed to help make sense of our circumstances. The process of therapy and the journey of self-discovery in a supportive environment can help untangle confusing thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns that seem to be keeping you stuck. Whether you have feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, or a challenging life transition, I will collaborate with you to help you find clarity.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Greetings and a warm welcome! I work with adults, older adults, and couples to help navigate the complex human experience. I treat a variety of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, or simply feelings of being "stuck". I have helped many people develop a greater understanding of themselves individually and in their relationship to others. Through therapy together we can “untangle” the knots of thoughts and feelings so that you may work through emotional, psychological and/or spiritual issues to feel happier and healthier.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Greetings and a warm welcome! I work with adults, older adults, and couples to help navigate the complex human experience. I treat a variety of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, or simply feelings of being "stuck". I have helped many people develop a greater understanding of themselves individually and in their relationship to others. Through therapy together we can “untangle” the knots of thoughts and feelings so that you may work through emotional, psychological and/or spiritual issues to feel happier and healthier.
A quiet space to talk about feelings and life experiences can help when we are overwhelmed or stuck. The desire for inner peace and hope during turmoil often brings people to therapy. Traumatic experiences coupled with current life stress often take our energy and hope away. These need to be gently addressed in order to feel more comfortable in life. I respect that each person does this in his or her own unique manner. I also work with individuals who find their "golden years" may include depression, isolation, illness, grief and loss.
A quiet space to talk about feelings and life experiences can help when we are overwhelmed or stuck. The desire for inner peace and hope during turmoil often brings people to therapy. Traumatic experiences coupled with current life stress often take our energy and hope away. These need to be gently addressed in order to feel more comfortable in life. I respect that each person does this in his or her own unique manner. I also work with individuals who find their "golden years" may include depression, isolation, illness, grief and loss.
Core Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LCSW-C, PMHNP
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
Welcome to Core Counseling Services! At Core we strive to create a comfortable and inviting environment where our clients feel safe to explore and understand the challenges they face. Ultimately, they are free to entertain new ideas and develop behaviors that foster change and personal growth. We offer a variety of services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, families, and couples. We offer both in-person and virtual appointments. In addition to counseling, we offer medication management services.
Welcome to Core Counseling Services! At Core we strive to create a comfortable and inviting environment where our clients feel safe to explore and understand the challenges they face. Ultimately, they are free to entertain new ideas and develop behaviors that foster change and personal growth. We offer a variety of services for children, adolescents, adults, older adults, families, and couples. We offer both in-person and virtual appointments. In addition to counseling, we offer medication management services.
Angel L McCord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel seen, heard, validated, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive (infused with humor and lightness when appropriate). My goal is to hold space for you as a unique individual, allowing you to feel empowered to share your story and discover possibilities for change.
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel seen, heard, validated, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive (infused with humor and lightness when appropriate). My goal is to hold space for you as a unique individual, allowing you to feel empowered to share your story and discover possibilities for change.
Bethany Fitzsimmons, LCSW-C is experienced in working with issues including depression and anxiety, relational challenges, trauma, attachment and parenting concerns, foster and adoption support, and more. Bethany works with individuals, both children and adults, as well as families. She uses evidence-based interventions to help clients create change quickly.
Bethany Fitzsimmons, LCSW-C is experienced in working with issues including depression and anxiety, relational challenges, trauma, attachment and parenting concerns, foster and adoption support, and more. Bethany works with individuals, both children and adults, as well as families. She uses evidence-based interventions to help clients create change quickly.
Clinician Spotlight: Our spotlight therapist, Hayley, specializes in supporting individuals with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. She offers practical tools to help clients work with their brains rather than against them, and a narrative therapeutic approach to explore how undiagnosed or misunderstood ADHD may have shaped the way they see themselves and the world. Hayley is also a skilled clinician that specializes in Hayley creates a space where individuals can slow down, recognize patterns, and approach themselves with compassion. Reach out today to make an appointment!
Clinician Spotlight: Our spotlight therapist, Hayley, specializes in supporting individuals with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. She offers practical tools to help clients work with their brains rather than against them, and a narrative therapeutic approach to explore how undiagnosed or misunderstood ADHD may have shaped the way they see themselves and the world. Hayley is also a skilled clinician that specializes in Hayley creates a space where individuals can slow down, recognize patterns, and approach themselves with compassion. Reach out today to make an appointment!
Whether you are experiencing a change or wanting to make one, the therapy process can help you through it. Finding a therapist that fits your needs is important. I work hard to meet clients "where they are" in making change, and approach therapy in a non-judgmental, transparent, collaborative, authentic, open, warm, and direct manner. I prioritize open dialogue about our therapy process to ensure you are getting what you want from our work together, and invite client feedback to hold me accountable to providing good clinical service. I am an active therapist, and see my role as guiding clients through an often unfamiliar process.
Whether you are experiencing a change or wanting to make one, the therapy process can help you through it. Finding a therapist that fits your needs is important. I work hard to meet clients "where they are" in making change, and approach therapy in a non-judgmental, transparent, collaborative, authentic, open, warm, and direct manner. I prioritize open dialogue about our therapy process to ensure you are getting what you want from our work together, and invite client feedback to hold me accountable to providing good clinical service. I am an active therapist, and see my role as guiding clients through an often unfamiliar process.
I am a seasoned therapist who finds it extremely rewarding and a true privilege to help people heal and grow. I would love to work with you to eliminate panic attacks, reduce anxiety or depression, help with relationship concerns, cope with a breakup or betrayal, heal from trauma and grief, or recover from an addiction. I can also help you if you are having a crisis of faith or if you desire to grow spiritually. If any of these resonate with you, please contact me and I'll be quick to respond! I invite you to check out my website for more details on my practice.
I am a seasoned therapist who finds it extremely rewarding and a true privilege to help people heal and grow. I would love to work with you to eliminate panic attacks, reduce anxiety or depression, help with relationship concerns, cope with a breakup or betrayal, heal from trauma and grief, or recover from an addiction. I can also help you if you are having a crisis of faith or if you desire to grow spiritually. If any of these resonate with you, please contact me and I'll be quick to respond! I invite you to check out my website for more details on my practice.
I have extensive experience in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. I specialize in treating folks with co-occurring challenges, which is the experience of multiple disorders simultaneously. I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I rely heavily on motivational interviewing and meet people where they are with unconditional positive regard. My approach is trauma-informed, and my style is to be genuine and transparent, placing a strong emphasis on creative solutions.
I have extensive experience in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. I specialize in treating folks with co-occurring challenges, which is the experience of multiple disorders simultaneously. I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I rely heavily on motivational interviewing and meet people where they are with unconditional positive regard. My approach is trauma-informed, and my style is to be genuine and transparent, placing a strong emphasis on creative solutions.
Reaching out for help is difficult, but giving yourself the opportunity for emotional healing is an incredible gift to offer yourself and your loved ones. Symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger can surface from a multitude of stressors: relationships, work, parenting, or a difficult past resurfacing in your present life. I work with people to help create meaning out of difficulty and embrace a healthier life. Through identifying and coming to grips with fears, we are better able to know ourselves so we can connect in healthy ways in existing relationships, as well as build valuable new ones.
Reaching out for help is difficult, but giving yourself the opportunity for emotional healing is an incredible gift to offer yourself and your loved ones. Symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger can surface from a multitude of stressors: relationships, work, parenting, or a difficult past resurfacing in your present life. I work with people to help create meaning out of difficulty and embrace a healthier life. Through identifying and coming to grips with fears, we are better able to know ourselves so we can connect in healthy ways in existing relationships, as well as build valuable new ones.
Starting therapy can be scary. You have to talk with a stranger about your most private worries. But somehow, if we make a connection, the therapy space feels like a safe place to talk and feel and be curious about your anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma or whatever nudges you to seek extra support. To me, therapy is all about exploring your inner landscape, finding helpful ways to soothe yourself, developing self-compassion, untangling old stuff that still gets in the way, and becoming empowered to make healthy choices. As hard as we work, we can laugh together, too! Laughter is good medicine.
Starting therapy can be scary. You have to talk with a stranger about your most private worries. But somehow, if we make a connection, the therapy space feels like a safe place to talk and feel and be curious about your anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma or whatever nudges you to seek extra support. To me, therapy is all about exploring your inner landscape, finding helpful ways to soothe yourself, developing self-compassion, untangling old stuff that still gets in the way, and becoming empowered to make healthy choices. As hard as we work, we can laugh together, too! Laughter is good medicine.
It is deeply discouraging when you try to change painful feelings, behaviors or life situations and you can't. If this is your experience, I am available to help restore your hope and confidence. As a psychologist, I combine years of training and experience providing researched treatments with warmth, intuition and a belief in the power of the human spirit to create a better life. I am continually inspired by my clients when they work hard to achieve their therapeutic goals and they discover their personal strengths.
It is deeply discouraging when you try to change painful feelings, behaviors or life situations and you can't. If this is your experience, I am available to help restore your hope and confidence. As a psychologist, I combine years of training and experience providing researched treatments with warmth, intuition and a belief in the power of the human spirit to create a better life. I am continually inspired by my clients when they work hard to achieve their therapeutic goals and they discover their personal strengths.
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience working with toddlers, children, teens, parents, college students, and adults, specializing in play therapy, art therapy, CBT, narrative therapy, parent coaching & guidance with extensive experience treating: ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Oppositional Defiance, Anger, Lying, Manipulation, Self-Confidence, Social Skills, Assertiveness, Depression, Grief/Loss, Emotional Dysregulation, School Underachievement, Life Transitions. I have the cutest pet therapy bunny assistant, Misty, who is amazing at helping kids open up and make rapid therapeutic progress. Office location: Phoenix (12 min from Hunt Valley).
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience working with toddlers, children, teens, parents, college students, and adults, specializing in play therapy, art therapy, CBT, narrative therapy, parent coaching & guidance with extensive experience treating: ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Oppositional Defiance, Anger, Lying, Manipulation, Self-Confidence, Social Skills, Assertiveness, Depression, Grief/Loss, Emotional Dysregulation, School Underachievement, Life Transitions. I have the cutest pet therapy bunny assistant, Misty, who is amazing at helping kids open up and make rapid therapeutic progress. Office location: Phoenix (12 min from Hunt Valley).
I use a wide range of talk therapy and trauma informed approaches, as well as, somatic therapy techniques to help couples and individual adult clients feel more grounded, adaptive, and successful in their lives.
I use a wide range of talk therapy and trauma informed approaches, as well as, somatic therapy techniques to help couples and individual adult clients feel more grounded, adaptive, and successful in their lives.
Do you find yourself wanting to experience life and relationships differently? Wanting to feel more understood, valued, connected, alive? Do you tend to keep things in, to try to figure everything out on your own, because that's what you learned was safe, or reliable, or strong? Do you wonder what is next, or who you are beyond work or being a partner or a parent? Having the courage to ask for help - to let others see us in all our messiness - is how we come to experience real healing and connection. Sharing our story in a safe space makes it easier to own its painful parts and to gain freedom through letting go.
Do you find yourself wanting to experience life and relationships differently? Wanting to feel more understood, valued, connected, alive? Do you tend to keep things in, to try to figure everything out on your own, because that's what you learned was safe, or reliable, or strong? Do you wonder what is next, or who you are beyond work or being a partner or a parent? Having the courage to ask for help - to let others see us in all our messiness - is how we come to experience real healing and connection. Sharing our story in a safe space makes it easier to own its painful parts and to gain freedom through letting go.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.