Therapists in Owings Mills, MD

Do you consider yourself an over-thinker? Does it feel like life challenges keep piling up making you feel lost or confused? Are you a young adult struggling to adjust to life transitions? Or a parent of a young adult who has noticed a difference in your child’s mood? I can help you create a plan to regain control of your life.

I am a Master's level psychology intern from the Loyola University Maryland Clinical Professional Counseling Program. I am interested in offering a holistic approach utilizing methods from Interpersonal Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other modes of therapy to help patients holistically heal in a therapeutic space. My clinical interests include anxiety and depression in adolescents and adults, especially those from underserved communities. I am also interested in working with minority and immigrant women who struggle with body image, and with individuals who have interpersonal, academic, and vocational conflicts.

I always knew at a young age that I wanted to be in the helping profession. I have over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. My journey in the school system began as a special educator and then as a school counselor. My love for education led me to teach on the collegiate level for Johns Hopkins University, Stevenson University, and Capella University. I also have over five years of experience working in the mental health profession.

We all suffer, but most suffering is not necessary. We develop habits to cope with suffering, but then find we are stuck repeating patterns that no longer serve us. Creating a safe, stable, and trusting environment, we can non-judgementally perceive where we are stuck and have the courage to let go of unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We are then able to grow in new ways that allow for gentleness, peace, and joy.

First responders face an increased risk of experiencing behavioral health issues including mental health illnesses and substance use disorders. Fear of being seen as weak or not up to the job of a first responder keeps many from seeking help. Responders can build their resilience by increasing awareness about risk factors and warning signs, talking with each other, and using healthy coping strategies.

"Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom."--Aristotle. I believe that becoming self-aware and self-accepting is the path to positive change and fulfillment. If you are feeling stuck, scared, or depressed in any area of your life, if you find yourself repeating toxic patterns in your relationships, or are being taken advantage of at work, I will teach you effective short-term coping skills, while we simultaneously develop the insight needed to make the long-lasting changes that will make you happier and healthier. I also offer expertise in EAP issues and practice clinical supervision. PLEASE EMAIL TO MAKE INTIAL CONTACT!

I empower my clients using a holistic approach to assist them in discovering their best selves, helping clients unlock their strengths, resilience, and motivation to promote growth. I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor from Towson University with a MA in Counseling Psychology. Passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and cultures. I have worked with adolescents and adults who have experienced stress, anxiety, and depression.

Are you at a crossroads in life? Are you seeking direction in your personal, professional, and spiritual life? Do you always worry about what others think about you and are looking to find your voice? My goal is to help men and women discover their voices and overcome personal and mental health challenges that prevent them from showing up as the best version of themselves.

I am a woman first, so I know that being a woman can be hard. Being a mother comes with a lot; sometimes, it will make you cry, feel anxious, burst into laughter, or even feel beyond amazed. Being a significant other or wife is beautiful yet demanding; sometimes, you never want to move through this space called life without your special love, and the next, you question the magnitude of its worth. Sometimes you feel like you know everything, but then, you doubt your ability to reason completely despite the situation. You notice many people expect you to be this way or do it that way. It all just becomes a lot...

Have you struggled adjusting to life's stressors? Have you had difficulty sorting your feelings and making yourself a priority? Have you experienced depressive thoughts and anxiousness that seems too heavy to bear all at once? Has your family had difficulty building and maintaining effective communication and nurturing connections? Recognizing you or your family may need a little more help than you are able to provide to yourselves right now is already a major step in the direction to healing and accountability. Connecting with the right therapist can be a transformational step in your journey to living the life that you deserve.

Honesty. Vulnerability. Courage. If you are reading this right now, you are probably looking to make some positive changes in your life. It takes someone that is truly honest with themselves to reach out when they need help. It takes vulnerability to talk about it. It takes courage to follow through. Sometimes we may feel stuck in life and we come to a bridge that we need to cross. Are you looking for a therapist that is real and genuine that can assist you in crossing this bridge?

At Center of Unlimited Peace (C.U.P.), we aim to increase feelings of value, strength, and fulfillment in the lives of women and couples as they navigate through the challenging experiences of life, by providing confidential, personalized, culturally sensitive, and supportive therapeutic care. We envision an organization in which will deliver sustainable, high quality, confidential, personalized, culturally sensitive, and supportive whole person care, eliminating stigmas uniquely related to woman and couples in all stages.

As of 3/19/23 I am currently accepting new patients. As a community-focused clinician, I understand the difficulty of navigating an often confusing and barrier-filled mental health system. I am skilled in individual, group, and family therapies in addition to crisis intervention and risk assessment. My therapeutic approach is primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Much of my career has been spent providing clinical and operational direction in various levels of substance abuse treatment. In addition to my practice, I offer individual and group supervision to provisionally licensed therapists.

Before earning my MA in Counseling Psychology from Towson University, I received a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from UMBC. As such, I understand the importance of integrating concepts of community, culture and meaning-making into clinical practice. I specialize in treating clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and addiction. I also welcome non-native English speakers and clients whose country of origin is outside of the U.S.

Humans are designed for creativity and connection. Melissa desires to work with adults experiencing difficulties in grief, transitions, isolation, and relationships conflicts. Melissa believes that each individual knows intuitively the solution to all their problems and aims to promote autonomy in her clients. Melissa is passionate about helping clients foster high self confidence, creativity, and intuition. Melissa provides therapy to adults of all gender identities ranging from 18-70. She specializes in trauma, relationships, anxiety, and depression.

“Probably the biggest insight… is that happiness is not just a place, but also a process. Happiness is an ongoing process of fresh challenges, and it takes the right attitudes and activities to continue to be happy.” –Ed Diener

I strive to support others on their journey towards healing from a holistic and strengths-based perspective. I have experience working with individuals to better manage life transitions, strengthen relationships, and address challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, and/or shame. I have training to work with individuals who want to address their experiences of religion, spirituality, and/or faith in therapy, including both positive and negative experiences. I believe in the the value of compassion, authenticity, and humor.