Women's Issues Therapists in Phoenix, MD
AgeWise: I am offering psychotherapy to individuals wishing to address the unique tasks and concerns of transitioning from mid to later life. Working together, the focus is on empowering clients to navigate this phase of life with grace and fulfillment. We will explore issues such as retirement, identity, health, caring for aging parents and finding meaning going forward. This is threshold time of life where leaving the past and venturing on may be filled with the recognition of losses while imaging the gifts of the future.
AgeWise: I am offering psychotherapy to individuals wishing to address the unique tasks and concerns of transitioning from mid to later life. Working together, the focus is on empowering clients to navigate this phase of life with grace and fulfillment. We will explore issues such as retirement, identity, health, caring for aging parents and finding meaning going forward. This is threshold time of life where leaving the past and venturing on may be filled with the recognition of losses while imaging the gifts of the future.
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).
Melissa L Kramer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, C-PD, CAC-AD, C-DBT, C-NATC
Phoenix, MD 21131
I work with young adults & adults struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, personality disorders, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, & emotional challenges. My clinical expertise centers on understanding the intricate connections between personal experiences, emotional patterns, & genetic predisposition, and the behavior choices that are a result of this combination of factors. My approach is compassionate, intentional, & direct. I use a trauma informed, integrative approach & am committed to fostering emotional resilience, self-awareness, & lasting recovery through individualized treatment & collaborative care.
I work with young adults & adults struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, personality disorders, narcissistic abuse, life transitions, & emotional challenges. My clinical expertise centers on understanding the intricate connections between personal experiences, emotional patterns, & genetic predisposition, and the behavior choices that are a result of this combination of factors. My approach is compassionate, intentional, & direct. I use a trauma informed, integrative approach & am committed to fostering emotional resilience, self-awareness, & lasting recovery through individualized treatment & collaborative care.
Are you feeling anxious, unsure, or stuck? I’m here to help. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. Together, we’ll work to identify the root causes of your struggles and develop effective tools to help you navigate life’s challenges.
Are you feeling anxious, unsure, or stuck? I’m here to help. As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. Together, we’ll work to identify the root causes of your struggles and develop effective tools to help you navigate life’s challenges.
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Clients often come to Harmony Counseling at a point in their lives when they need assistance or guidance in resolving an issue, sorting through feelings, or learning to cope. We provide a safe and accepting atmosphere in which to discuss concerns and receive support.
Clients often come to Harmony Counseling at a point in their lives when they need assistance or guidance in resolving an issue, sorting through feelings, or learning to cope. We provide a safe and accepting atmosphere in which to discuss concerns and receive support.
Therapy isn’t just about talking — it’s about transforming. I believe real change happens when we’re willing to look inward, push past our comfort zones, and do the tough work. That’s where I come in. I’m a direct therapist who’s here to challenge, motivate, and guide you toward the growth you’re truly capable of. I see therapy as a partnership — one where we dig into patterns, get honest about what’s holding you back, and build practical tools to move you forward. My hope for you is that you leave each session with something; whether that be feeling lighter, an intention, a new perspective, or healthier way to cope.
Therapy isn’t just about talking — it’s about transforming. I believe real change happens when we’re willing to look inward, push past our comfort zones, and do the tough work. That’s where I come in. I’m a direct therapist who’s here to challenge, motivate, and guide you toward the growth you’re truly capable of. I see therapy as a partnership — one where we dig into patterns, get honest about what’s holding you back, and build practical tools to move you forward. My hope for you is that you leave each session with something; whether that be feeling lighter, an intention, a new perspective, or healthier way to cope.
Currently accepting new clients with introductory self-pay rates while insurance credentialing is finalized!
Some of the most meaningful parts of our lives can also be the hardest to talk about. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, intimacy, identity, or feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can offer a space to slow down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with who you are. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin, therapy is a place where you can show up exactly as you are.
Currently accepting new clients with introductory self-pay rates while insurance credentialing is finalized!
Some of the most meaningful parts of our lives can also be the hardest to talk about. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, intimacy, identity, or feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can offer a space to slow down, make sense of your experiences, and reconnect with who you are. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin, therapy is a place where you can show up exactly as you are.
I’m a born-and-raised New Yorker, raised by Caribbean immigrant parents who instilled in me the classic Millennial mantra: “You can achieve anything.” And while that belief fueled my ambition, it also came with a side order of generational challenges—perfectionism, chronic stress, anxiety, and a not-so-charming inability to gracefully handle life transitions.
I’m a born-and-raised New Yorker, raised by Caribbean immigrant parents who instilled in me the classic Millennial mantra: “You can achieve anything.” And while that belief fueled my ambition, it also came with a side order of generational challenges—perfectionism, chronic stress, anxiety, and a not-so-charming inability to gracefully handle life transitions.
I have specialized in working with eating disorders and women's issues throughout my career.
I am so excited that you are here, looking for help. That is the most important step you can take to get the help you need. The next best step you can take is therapist shopping. You are unlikely to be best friends with every person you meet and not every therapist will be the best match for you, so shop around and do your homework! Ask lots of questions and read everything you can find until you are satisfied and comfortable. I am here to answer those questions and help you take the next step. Then it will be one step at a time towards meeting your goals.
I have specialized in working with eating disorders and women's issues throughout my career.
I am so excited that you are here, looking for help. That is the most important step you can take to get the help you need. The next best step you can take is therapist shopping. You are unlikely to be best friends with every person you meet and not every therapist will be the best match for you, so shop around and do your homework! Ask lots of questions and read everything you can find until you are satisfied and comfortable. I am here to answer those questions and help you take the next step. Then it will be one step at a time towards meeting your goals.
¡Hola! Are you a helping professional, an educator, medical worker, or therapist? Are you feeling entirely overwhelmed? Are you struggling to prevent severe burnout or navigating the heavy toll of compassion fatigue? If you’ve tried to solve these problems on your own and realized you need a safe space to land, you are in the right place. If you are tired of trying to fix it all alone, I help you unpack your story in the language that feels most like home (Spanish or English!). Together, we move you from simply surviving to truly thriving.
¡Hola! Are you a helping professional, an educator, medical worker, or therapist? Are you feeling entirely overwhelmed? Are you struggling to prevent severe burnout or navigating the heavy toll of compassion fatigue? If you’ve tried to solve these problems on your own and realized you need a safe space to land, you are in the right place. If you are tired of trying to fix it all alone, I help you unpack your story in the language that feels most like home (Spanish or English!). Together, we move you from simply surviving to truly thriving.
Lashae Smith | Introspection Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working with women ages 18–35 who are ready to invest in themselves and prioritize their mental health. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals, caregivers, and community leaders—women who are often seen as “the strong one.” But beneath the surface, they may be silently carrying the weight of grief, anxiety, depression, or trauma. They may struggle with imposter syndrome, low self-worth, or the belief that they must always appear “put together.” If this sounds like you, please know—you’re not alone. I help women just like you!
I specialize in working with women ages 18–35 who are ready to invest in themselves and prioritize their mental health. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals, caregivers, and community leaders—women who are often seen as “the strong one.” But beneath the surface, they may be silently carrying the weight of grief, anxiety, depression, or trauma. They may struggle with imposter syndrome, low self-worth, or the belief that they must always appear “put together.” If this sounds like you, please know—you’re not alone. I help women just like you!
I work specifically with adults struggling with sex-related issues. These include, but are not limited to: intimacy issues in relationships; lack of sexual education in young adulthood; infidelity; sexual dysfunction; couples in ethical non-monogamous relationships looking for guidance with communication or other relationships; and individuals who are in the kink, BDSM, LGBTQ+, or sex-work communities and would like informed therapeutic care.
I work specifically with adults struggling with sex-related issues. These include, but are not limited to: intimacy issues in relationships; lack of sexual education in young adulthood; infidelity; sexual dysfunction; couples in ethical non-monogamous relationships looking for guidance with communication or other relationships; and individuals who are in the kink, BDSM, LGBTQ+, or sex-work communities and would like informed therapeutic care.
I am dedicated to supporting women as they navigate the complexities of daily life. Whether you are managing the weight of anxiety and depression, working through relationship concerns, or facing the uncertainty of a major life transition, I am here to help you move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling empowered. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you identify and shift the thought patterns that may be keeping you stuck, while helping you build the resilience and practical tools needed to handle life’s stressors with greater confidence.
I am dedicated to supporting women as they navigate the complexities of daily life. Whether you are managing the weight of anxiety and depression, working through relationship concerns, or facing the uncertainty of a major life transition, I am here to help you move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling empowered. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you identify and shift the thought patterns that may be keeping you stuck, while helping you build the resilience and practical tools needed to handle life’s stressors with greater confidence.
I work with BIPOC individuals who struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, and ADHD—often feeling overwhelmed, self-critical, or stuck in cycles of overthinking and pressure to “hold it all together.” Clients often feel exhausted by their minds and unsure how to move forward without burning out.
As an Asian woman with a multicultural background, I understand how cultural expectations, identity, and systemic pressures shape mental health and make it harder to ask for help. I know the courage it takes to seek support after years of feeling misunderstood, unseen, or expected to be strong and self-sufficient.
I work with BIPOC individuals who struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, trauma, and ADHD—often feeling overwhelmed, self-critical, or stuck in cycles of overthinking and pressure to “hold it all together.” Clients often feel exhausted by their minds and unsure how to move forward without burning out.
As an Asian woman with a multicultural background, I understand how cultural expectations, identity, and systemic pressures shape mental health and make it harder to ask for help. I know the courage it takes to seek support after years of feeling misunderstood, unseen, or expected to be strong and self-sufficient.
I am a Board Approved Supervisor in Maryland for LGPCs and in Pennsylvania for Associate Professional Counselors. I offer a supportive, collaborative supervision space where supervisees feel encouraged, respected, and able to grow in confidence and clinical skill. I bring that same commitment to my work with clients, who I support through anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. My goal is for both clients and supervisees to feel equally supported in a warm, grounded space where growth, insight, and meaningful change can happen.
I am a Board Approved Supervisor in Maryland for LGPCs and in Pennsylvania for Associate Professional Counselors. I offer a supportive, collaborative supervision space where supervisees feel encouraged, respected, and able to grow in confidence and clinical skill. I bring that same commitment to my work with clients, who I support through anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. My goal is for both clients and supervisees to feel equally supported in a warm, grounded space where growth, insight, and meaningful change can happen.
I work with high-functioning midlife women who have outgrown the life they built and are ready to examine what is underneath the patterns keeping them stuck. They are navigating divorce, career shifts, retirement, empty nests, or a quiet but persistent sense that their identity no longer fits. Accomplished and deeply responsible, they often arrive exhausted from holding everything together, carrying self-doubt, over-functioning in relationships, or a growing awareness that something essential is missing. They are ready for real change.
I work with high-functioning midlife women who have outgrown the life they built and are ready to examine what is underneath the patterns keeping them stuck. They are navigating divorce, career shifts, retirement, empty nests, or a quiet but persistent sense that their identity no longer fits. Accomplished and deeply responsible, they often arrive exhausted from holding everything together, carrying self-doubt, over-functioning in relationships, or a growing awareness that something essential is missing. They are ready for real change.
Do you have a yearning to know yourself on a deeper level—perhaps to explore your life in a way that you can’t with anyone else? Maybe you are looking for a space to talk about your burdens, your struggles, or anything that’s bothering you, without being rushed or met with blanket advice. Maybe there are things on your mind that you haven’t told anybody else, and you have a deep desire to pour out everything that is in your soul. As a therapist, I work in an exploratory way, helping you reach the places inside yourself that you haven’t visited in a while. Whether you are in the midst of a life change or carrying pain from
Do you have a yearning to know yourself on a deeper level—perhaps to explore your life in a way that you can’t with anyone else? Maybe you are looking for a space to talk about your burdens, your struggles, or anything that’s bothering you, without being rushed or met with blanket advice. Maybe there are things on your mind that you haven’t told anybody else, and you have a deep desire to pour out everything that is in your soul. As a therapist, I work in an exploratory way, helping you reach the places inside yourself that you haven’t visited in a while. Whether you are in the midst of a life change or carrying pain from
Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world and still wondering if you're doing enough? Maybe you're a mom trying to hold it all together without losing yourself in the process, or a woman whose anxiety, perfectionism, or people-pleasing leaves you running on empty. Perhaps you're a teen or young adult navigating friendships, school stress, self-esteem, or the pressure of figuring out who you are. Wherever you find yourself, let's build a version of "enough" that actually feels sustainable.
Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world and still wondering if you're doing enough? Maybe you're a mom trying to hold it all together without losing yourself in the process, or a woman whose anxiety, perfectionism, or people-pleasing leaves you running on empty. Perhaps you're a teen or young adult navigating friendships, school stress, self-esteem, or the pressure of figuring out who you are. Wherever you find yourself, let's build a version of "enough" that actually feels sustainable.
Are you overwhelmed with the seemingly never ending curveballs life throws your way? Juggling multiple tasks and relationships can truly feel unbearable. Therapy creates a safe space to unpack, and gain skills and new perspectives to help you have more control over your life. There is no right or wrong way to start the journey. It simply begins with where you are today, and working together towards the best version of you. Let's break unhealthy thought patterns, and create new and effective behaviors. Let's identity and maximize your strengths and improve your sense of self.
Are you overwhelmed with the seemingly never ending curveballs life throws your way? Juggling multiple tasks and relationships can truly feel unbearable. Therapy creates a safe space to unpack, and gain skills and new perspectives to help you have more control over your life. There is no right or wrong way to start the journey. It simply begins with where you are today, and working together towards the best version of you. Let's break unhealthy thought patterns, and create new and effective behaviors. Let's identity and maximize your strengths and improve your sense of self.
I'm a licensed therapist passionate about helping women rediscover who they are beyond the roles of “mom” and “partner.” I specialize in working with women whose children are older or becoming more independent—those standing at the edge of a new chapter, wondering what's next. Through a collaborative and supportive approach, I help my clients reconnect with their identity, explore long-held dreams, and rebuild a sense of self that feels authentic, empowered, and whole. This season of life is not an ending—it's an exciting and powerful beginning.
I'm a licensed therapist passionate about helping women rediscover who they are beyond the roles of “mom” and “partner.” I specialize in working with women whose children are older or becoming more independent—those standing at the edge of a new chapter, wondering what's next. Through a collaborative and supportive approach, I help my clients reconnect with their identity, explore long-held dreams, and rebuild a sense of self that feels authentic, empowered, and whole. This season of life is not an ending—it's an exciting and powerful beginning.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.