Therapists in Pasadena, MD
An ideal client is someone who is a good fit for my services, who I enjoy working with, and who is likely to benefit from therapy. They generally share my values, beliefs, and goals and feel comfortable working with me.
An ideal client is someone who is a good fit for my services, who I enjoy working with, and who is likely to benefit from therapy. They generally share my values, beliefs, and goals and feel comfortable working with me.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
Heather Knox is a Licensed Certified Social Worker Clinical in Maryland who has been practicing since 1996. She graduated from the Florida State University School of Social Work. When working with clients, Heather likes to start where they are, and where they feel they need the most help. Heather combines her empathic listening skills with her ability to help her clients create solutions to the issues that may be blocking their ability to enjoy life to their fullest potential. In her free time, Heather enjoys being with her family, listening to music, reading, watching movies, and playing with her cats and dogs.
Heather Knox is a Licensed Certified Social Worker Clinical in Maryland who has been practicing since 1996. She graduated from the Florida State University School of Social Work. When working with clients, Heather likes to start where they are, and where they feel they need the most help. Heather combines her empathic listening skills with her ability to help her clients create solutions to the issues that may be blocking their ability to enjoy life to their fullest potential. In her free time, Heather enjoys being with her family, listening to music, reading, watching movies, and playing with her cats and dogs.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
My ideal client would be someone either navigating life stressors, anxiety, or depression. My client is someone hoping to reconnect with their strengths as well as create a better balance in their life. My client could potentially be experiencing trauma or issues with attachment concerns and relationships. My client expresses their goals of needing to manage emotions better, find balance within their routine, and build more confidence, which is helpful for communication of desires/ interests. The client wants to accomplish these goals for the first time or as a result of transition/trauma.
My ideal client would be someone either navigating life stressors, anxiety, or depression. My client is someone hoping to reconnect with their strengths as well as create a better balance in their life. My client could potentially be experiencing trauma or issues with attachment concerns and relationships. My client expresses their goals of needing to manage emotions better, find balance within their routine, and build more confidence, which is helpful for communication of desires/ interests. The client wants to accomplish these goals for the first time or as a result of transition/trauma.
Although I am an intake and assessment therapist, my ideal client is a woman who is struggling with parenting alone and division of labor despite having a partner. I love working with moms and have a passion for bringing awareness to the married single mom syndrome. I believe women are more than their labor, and I'm on a mission to help women put themselves first.
Although I am an intake and assessment therapist, my ideal client is a woman who is struggling with parenting alone and division of labor despite having a partner. I love working with moms and have a passion for bringing awareness to the married single mom syndrome. I believe women are more than their labor, and I'm on a mission to help women put themselves first.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
Let me start off by saying, I admire your braveness for seeking support and your dedication to yourself! Sometimes life can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons or for unknown reasons. It's very common to not feel okay and to not know what to do to make it better. What are your goals and what is in stopping you from reaching them? These are some of the concerns that bring people into counseling. I find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to be a beneficial technique to help people make changes in their thinking, which ultimately leads to changes in their behaviors. As a therapist, I will not tell you what to do or push my own age
Let me start off by saying, I admire your braveness for seeking support and your dedication to yourself! Sometimes life can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons or for unknown reasons. It's very common to not feel okay and to not know what to do to make it better. What are your goals and what is in stopping you from reaching them? These are some of the concerns that bring people into counseling. I find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to be a beneficial technique to help people make changes in their thinking, which ultimately leads to changes in their behaviors. As a therapist, I will not tell you what to do or push my own age
Do you feel misunderstood or that you can’t let anyone see who you really are? Maybe you can’t understand why your thoughts and feelings are always trying to take you hostage? Locking away who you are has made it difficult to connect with others and left you feeling alone. I love to give people the freedom to embrace and understand their emotions. As your guide, you will begin to drop the fear and exhaustion of trying to keep it all together so perfectly & embrace your own truth. You will begin to accept and love yourself just as you are!
Do you feel misunderstood or that you can’t let anyone see who you really are? Maybe you can’t understand why your thoughts and feelings are always trying to take you hostage? Locking away who you are has made it difficult to connect with others and left you feeling alone. I love to give people the freedom to embrace and understand their emotions. As your guide, you will begin to drop the fear and exhaustion of trying to keep it all together so perfectly & embrace your own truth. You will begin to accept and love yourself just as you are!
Dr Scott Smith, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. He is a native of Severna Park and attended local schools. While at Severna Park High School he graduated with honors, captained the football team and was recognized by the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete. Dr. Smith attended college at Washington and Lee University where he majored in psychology and minored in journalism. He was captain of the football team, awarded an ROTC scholarship, and selected as the Outstanding Psychology Student his senior year.
Dr Scott Smith, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. He is a native of Severna Park and attended local schools. While at Severna Park High School he graduated with honors, captained the football team and was recognized by the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete. Dr. Smith attended college at Washington and Lee University where he majored in psychology and minored in journalism. He was captain of the football team, awarded an ROTC scholarship, and selected as the Outstanding Psychology Student his senior year.
Anna Mills
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122
My ideal client is willing to participate in a journey of learning and self-discovery. They may be struggling with some aspect of their life, mental illness, family/social conflict, or may want to know themselves better. The ultimate goal would fit their vision for their best self and sense of happiness.
My ideal client is willing to participate in a journey of learning and self-discovery. They may be struggling with some aspect of their life, mental illness, family/social conflict, or may want to know themselves better. The ultimate goal would fit their vision for their best self and sense of happiness.
15 Second Videos
Francesca Ingrid Brooks
Journey Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Rebecca Austin
Sophie Hans
Benna Sherman
Lou Applebaum
GameTalk Therapy
Ali Lyons
I am passionate about helping my clients erase generational curses, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and anger, so they can go beyond surviving and enter into a new phase of life, where thriving begins. During intake, we discuss your needs and collaborate to create a pathway to help you achieve your goals.
I am passionate about helping my clients erase generational curses, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and anger, so they can go beyond surviving and enter into a new phase of life, where thriving begins. During intake, we discuss your needs and collaborate to create a pathway to help you achieve your goals.
My work is focused on diagnosis & treatment for clients living with simple or complex trauma. I specialize in Bipolar Disorder, Depression, & Trauma. Our treatment goals would include learning how to take back control of your body and mind through polyvagal theory techniques and expanding your identity beyond that of a victim or survivor. I have helped many clients living with and/or experiencing overwhelming depression, anxiety, ADHD, interpersonal relationship issues, parenting problems, low self-esteem, and difficulty managing anger.
My work is focused on diagnosis & treatment for clients living with simple or complex trauma. I specialize in Bipolar Disorder, Depression, & Trauma. Our treatment goals would include learning how to take back control of your body and mind through polyvagal theory techniques and expanding your identity beyond that of a victim or survivor. I have helped many clients living with and/or experiencing overwhelming depression, anxiety, ADHD, interpersonal relationship issues, parenting problems, low self-esteem, and difficulty managing anger.
Keisha Hawthorne-Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Are you feeling isolated while experiencing a major life change? Are you looking for support in a non-judgmental environment? Would you like to address the issues of your past, abandonment, toxic relationships, grief/loss or workplace stress? Do you need practical skills managing depression and anxiety? Need help with communication in your relationship? Congratulations, you’re looking in the right place! You decided to take the initial step on your quest of healing and self-discovery. It takes courage to put yourself and your well-being first and I applaud you! Allow me to join you on the journey to prioritize your mental health.
Are you feeling isolated while experiencing a major life change? Are you looking for support in a non-judgmental environment? Would you like to address the issues of your past, abandonment, toxic relationships, grief/loss or workplace stress? Do you need practical skills managing depression and anxiety? Need help with communication in your relationship? Congratulations, you’re looking in the right place! You decided to take the initial step on your quest of healing and self-discovery. It takes courage to put yourself and your well-being first and I applaud you! Allow me to join you on the journey to prioritize your mental health.
Laurie has been practicing as a licensed clinical psychologist since 2011. Over the years she has learned that each individual she has had the honor to serve has been just that “ an individual, unlike any other. There is no cookie cutter approach to psychotherapy. The therapeutic services she provides is catered to each person, based on their goals, values, and capabilities as well as evidence-based research.
Laurie has been practicing as a licensed clinical psychologist since 2011. Over the years she has learned that each individual she has had the honor to serve has been just that “ an individual, unlike any other. There is no cookie cutter approach to psychotherapy. The therapeutic services she provides is catered to each person, based on their goals, values, and capabilities as well as evidence-based research.
Timothy Griffith, LCSW-C is a licensed clinical social worker. He has a wide range of experience in the delivery and administration of human services, including social services, behavioral health, aging and disabilities, public health, and juvenile justice. He received his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and he has also completed a variety of post-master’s clinical social work courses, as well as a certificate in substance use counseling.
Timothy Griffith, LCSW-C is a licensed clinical social worker. He has a wide range of experience in the delivery and administration of human services, including social services, behavioral health, aging and disabilities, public health, and juvenile justice. He received his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and he has also completed a variety of post-master’s clinical social work courses, as well as a certificate in substance use counseling.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
Ideally, I'd treat clients with a trauma history. Someone with a mixture of short and long term trauma. My ideal client is eager to learn and wants to find a way to become their own safe space. Someone who wants to learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries, find out their triggers, and treat themselves with patience.
Alesha Leonard
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Alesha Leonard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with five years of experience. I have a wide range of experiences working with individuals between the ages of 3 and 65 experiencing depressive and anxiety symptoms, substance abuse, and developmental/intellectual disorders. I take particular interest in working with the teen/young adult population, and I am well-versed in helping clients combat stressors related to life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Hi there! My name is Alesha Leonard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with five years of experience. I have a wide range of experiences working with individuals between the ages of 3 and 65 experiencing depressive and anxiety symptoms, substance abuse, and developmental/intellectual disorders. I take particular interest in working with the teen/young adult population, and I am well-versed in helping clients combat stressors related to life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Deitra Fant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
Yolanda McCallum
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122
My clients are women struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma, and adjusting to significant life changes. My ideal client is also a busy professional, trying to balance family, career, community, and social demands while maintaining self-care and mental health. Some of my clients are also individuals and couples experiencing mental health symptoms and /or adjustment issues due to separation or divorce.
My clients are women struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship distress, past trauma, and adjusting to significant life changes. My ideal client is also a busy professional, trying to balance family, career, community, and social demands while maintaining self-care and mental health. Some of my clients are also individuals and couples experiencing mental health symptoms and /or adjustment issues due to separation or divorce.
See more therapy options for Pasadena
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Pasadena, MD
90+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Pasadena, MD who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
94% | Depression |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Life Transitions |
63% | Self Esteem |
63% | Stress |
61% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
88% | Cigna and Evernorth |
83% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
80% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Pasadena, MD see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |