Chronic Illness Therapists in Pikesville, MD
I am a clinical psychologist who seeks to work with people who deal with life’s challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, and chronic mental and physical health conditions. My goal is for my clients to feel empowered in their lives, and to gain the tools that will help them achieve this. I am able to help people in the three states where I am licensed as a psychologist: Maryland, New York, and Virginia, as well as all participating PSYPACT states.
I am a clinical psychologist who seeks to work with people who deal with life’s challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, and chronic mental and physical health conditions. My goal is for my clients to feel empowered in their lives, and to gain the tools that will help them achieve this. I am able to help people in the three states where I am licensed as a psychologist: Maryland, New York, and Virginia, as well as all participating PSYPACT states.
Navigating fertility struggles, pregnancy, postpartum changes, or reproductive loss can feel overwhelming, isolating, and heavy. You don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to process grief, anxiety, trauma, uncertainty, and the emotional challenges that can come with trying to conceive, pregnancy, birth, and loss. Together, we can build self-compassion, strengthen coping skills, and help you reconnect with yourself as you move toward healing, hope, and steadiness.
Navigating fertility struggles, pregnancy, postpartum changes, or reproductive loss can feel overwhelming, isolating, and heavy. You don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to process grief, anxiety, trauma, uncertainty, and the emotional challenges that can come with trying to conceive, pregnancy, birth, and loss. Together, we can build self-compassion, strengthen coping skills, and help you reconnect with yourself as you move toward healing, hope, and steadiness.
Not all therapists are able to support you fully when medical or other conditions have caused cognitive decline. This is my specialty. Having worked closely with neurologists, radiologists and many other medical specialties, I can offer you neuropsyc or psych evaluations and brain maps that shed light on problems, and create a treatment plan that really makes a difference. We've helped folks with brain injury or general concerns for cognition, restore memory and attention skills, get to better thinking and reasoning, and enhanced joy in life. I go beyond the limits where others stopped, because rehabilitating brains is my passion.
Not all therapists are able to support you fully when medical or other conditions have caused cognitive decline. This is my specialty. Having worked closely with neurologists, radiologists and many other medical specialties, I can offer you neuropsyc or psych evaluations and brain maps that shed light on problems, and create a treatment plan that really makes a difference. We've helped folks with brain injury or general concerns for cognition, restore memory and attention skills, get to better thinking and reasoning, and enhanced joy in life. I go beyond the limits where others stopped, because rehabilitating brains is my passion.
Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, lost, or overwhelmed? In therapy, we’ll work together to identify and challenge the core beliefs that may be keeping you feeling trapped, anxious, depressed, guilty, angry, or unhappy with yourself.
I believe our past experiences shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Often, the perspectives we developed earlier in life continue to influence us even though they’ve stopped serving us. Therapy offers the opportunity to examine those patterns, make meaningful adjustments, and develop a more compassionate and empowering way of understanding yourself.
Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, lost, or overwhelmed? In therapy, we’ll work together to identify and challenge the core beliefs that may be keeping you feeling trapped, anxious, depressed, guilty, angry, or unhappy with yourself.
I believe our past experiences shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Often, the perspectives we developed earlier in life continue to influence us even though they’ve stopped serving us. Therapy offers the opportunity to examine those patterns, make meaningful adjustments, and develop a more compassionate and empowering way of understanding yourself.
Let me help you tell your story. Nietzsche famously said, "To live is to suffer; to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering." I believe that we spend our lives looking for answers and meaning in life, and my passion is helping others untangle their darkest fears, their deepest worries, and emerge feeling both freer and more in control of their lives. I will walk beside you in the darkness--not leading, but guiding with a gentle hand as you move toward a brighter future.
Let me help you tell your story. Nietzsche famously said, "To live is to suffer; to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering." I believe that we spend our lives looking for answers and meaning in life, and my passion is helping others untangle their darkest fears, their deepest worries, and emerge feeling both freer and more in control of their lives. I will walk beside you in the darkness--not leading, but guiding with a gentle hand as you move toward a brighter future.
Understanding and managing mental health struggles can be debilitating both mentally and physically. I work collaboratively with adults helping them to manage these difficulties and live a more fulfilling life. I am a Beck Institute CBT Certified Clinician (BICBT-CC) and a Diplomate, Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT). I also believe in the power of mindfulness and use this to bolster my CBT practice. I emphasize acceptance of emotions, not judging emotional experiences as being "bad," "good," "wrong," or "right."
Understanding and managing mental health struggles can be debilitating both mentally and physically. I work collaboratively with adults helping them to manage these difficulties and live a more fulfilling life. I am a Beck Institute CBT Certified Clinician (BICBT-CC) and a Diplomate, Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT). I also believe in the power of mindfulness and use this to bolster my CBT practice. I emphasize acceptance of emotions, not judging emotional experiences as being "bad," "good," "wrong," or "right."
I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker with exceptional clinical skills and compassion in providing counseling for anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief counseling, caregiver support, life challenges, and stress management. I will assist you in gaining insight on how to manage life challenges through Talk and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and developing coping techniques. Serving teens and adults.
I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker with exceptional clinical skills and compassion in providing counseling for anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief counseling, caregiver support, life challenges, and stress management. I will assist you in gaining insight on how to manage life challenges through Talk and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and developing coping techniques. Serving teens and adults.
You've spent years managing what happened to you, and you're exhausted from carrying it. Maybe you keep ending up in the same painful relationship patterns and can't figure out why. Maybe there's a void inside you that nothing seems to fill, or you're still living under the weight of expectations from a community that left you hurt and angry. The things you went through when you were young are showing up in your life right now, in your relationships, your body, your sense of who you are. Part of you knows it's time to stop hiding from them. There is a way to actually heal from this, not just manage it.
You've spent years managing what happened to you, and you're exhausted from carrying it. Maybe you keep ending up in the same painful relationship patterns and can't figure out why. Maybe there's a void inside you that nothing seems to fill, or you're still living under the weight of expectations from a community that left you hurt and angry. The things you went through when you were young are showing up in your life right now, in your relationships, your body, your sense of who you are. Part of you knows it's time to stop hiding from them. There is a way to actually heal from this, not just manage it.
I am a clinical social worker passionate about helping clients return to, or experience for the first time, a sense of safety and security. I specialize in relational trauma and work with people who feel stuck, whether in repeating relationship patterns or in fight, flight, or freeze. Many of my clients want more than coping skills; they’re seeking lasting change in both their relationships and nervous systems.
I am a clinical social worker passionate about helping clients return to, or experience for the first time, a sense of safety and security. I specialize in relational trauma and work with people who feel stuck, whether in repeating relationship patterns or in fight, flight, or freeze. Many of my clients want more than coping skills; they’re seeking lasting change in both their relationships and nervous systems.
I help clients navigate their pain with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more confident, calm, and authentic, and less stuck, anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. Let's work toward building a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, joyful, and fun. I work with clients ages 16+ who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we’ll build coping skills and create an individualized treatment plan that feels empowering and achievable.
I help clients navigate their pain with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more confident, calm, and authentic, and less stuck, anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. Let's work toward building a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, joyful, and fun. I work with clients ages 16+ who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we’ll build coping skills and create an individualized treatment plan that feels empowering and achievable.
You might feel stressed, depressed and anxious your relationships, your marriage, at work, with your health, finances and with parenting. It's hard to cope with all of these debilitating feelings on your own. You've taken the first step by seeking help. I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy.
You might feel stressed, depressed and anxious your relationships, your marriage, at work, with your health, finances and with parenting. It's hard to cope with all of these debilitating feelings on your own. You've taken the first step by seeking help. I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy.
Aging with grace is not always an easy task. There are decisions to be made about retirement, finances, where to live, accessibility, health and family. There are losses of people we love. Our health declines naturally with age and there can be chronic illnesses to cope with. People who are aging may need support in adjusting to changes in physical and mental health if it appears to be interfering with daily life.
Aging with grace is not always an easy task. There are decisions to be made about retirement, finances, where to live, accessibility, health and family. There are losses of people we love. Our health declines naturally with age and there can be chronic illnesses to cope with. People who are aging may need support in adjusting to changes in physical and mental health if it appears to be interfering with daily life.
Life isn't always what we expect it to be. While family and friends can be great supports, sometimes we need an objective person to talk to who isn't personally connected to us. That's where seeing a therapist can help; you don't have to figure it all out by yourself. I provide a comfortable, caring atmosphere where you can speak freely without fear of judgment. We'll focus on the things that are important to you.
Life isn't always what we expect it to be. While family and friends can be great supports, sometimes we need an objective person to talk to who isn't personally connected to us. That's where seeing a therapist can help; you don't have to figure it all out by yourself. I provide a comfortable, caring atmosphere where you can speak freely without fear of judgment. We'll focus on the things that are important to you.
I use CBT and trauma informed psychotherapy techniques to help my clients with eating disorders, PTSD, dissociation, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety understand and manage their symptoms. I work with my clients on examining how past experiences influence their current functioning, including expectations from others and themselves. I encourage my clients to have empathy for themselves in order to empower them to move from their painful past.
I also provide assessment and documentation for employment (FMLA, disability). university accommodations, bariatric surgery psychological evals, and child custody evaluation reviews.
I use CBT and trauma informed psychotherapy techniques to help my clients with eating disorders, PTSD, dissociation, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety understand and manage their symptoms. I work with my clients on examining how past experiences influence their current functioning, including expectations from others and themselves. I encourage my clients to have empathy for themselves in order to empower them to move from their painful past.
I also provide assessment and documentation for employment (FMLA, disability). university accommodations, bariatric surgery psychological evals, and child custody evaluation reviews.
I specialize in supporting highly sensitive adults, people navigating chronic medical conditions, and anyone who wants clearer, easier communication with loved ones.
Do you feel like you’re pushing a boulder uphill — only to start over again and again?
You don’t have to do it alone. I offer support that fits you, not a one‑size‑fits‑all model. Like a well‑fitting shoe, therapy should support your stride — not hinder it. Together, we’ll build a personalized toolbox so you can move forward with less struggle and more clarity.
I specialize in supporting highly sensitive adults, people navigating chronic medical conditions, and anyone who wants clearer, easier communication with loved ones.
Do you feel like you’re pushing a boulder uphill — only to start over again and again?
You don’t have to do it alone. I offer support that fits you, not a one‑size‑fits‑all model. Like a well‑fitting shoe, therapy should support your stride — not hinder it. Together, we’ll build a personalized toolbox so you can move forward with less struggle and more clarity.
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.
Sara Kuperman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
“The most important step a person can take. It’s not the first one, is it? It’s the next one. Always the next step.” – Brandon Sanderson. There's no question that first step can be a difficult one, and by looking at my profile you're already taking it, but the first step won't get you far unless you take the next one. Many of us are ready for the next step, but find ourselves with obstacles, either inside or outside of ourselves, that get in the way. Whatever your struggles or the path behind you, if you're ready to find the route ahead and put one foot in front of the other, I'm ready to support you along the way.
“The most important step a person can take. It’s not the first one, is it? It’s the next one. Always the next step.” – Brandon Sanderson. There's no question that first step can be a difficult one, and by looking at my profile you're already taking it, but the first step won't get you far unless you take the next one. Many of us are ready for the next step, but find ourselves with obstacles, either inside or outside of ourselves, that get in the way. Whatever your struggles or the path behind you, if you're ready to find the route ahead and put one foot in front of the other, I'm ready to support you along the way.
Not currently taking new clients, waitlist available for regular therapy and ketamine-assisted therapy (learn more in my photos). Check your spam folder for my reply in 3-5 days. If you're struggling to manage anxiety, depression, or overwhelm right now, you are not alone! Feeling better requires us to step in to a deeper state of compassion with ourselves, and that's my specialty. Even as the world feel increasingly chaotic, we can learn to ride the waves of emotion and respond from a place of love and clarity. You absolutely have the power to create a calmer, more purposeful life, even if you're not sure how.
Not currently taking new clients, waitlist available for regular therapy and ketamine-assisted therapy (learn more in my photos). Check your spam folder for my reply in 3-5 days. If you're struggling to manage anxiety, depression, or overwhelm right now, you are not alone! Feeling better requires us to step in to a deeper state of compassion with ourselves, and that's my specialty. Even as the world feel increasingly chaotic, we can learn to ride the waves of emotion and respond from a place of love and clarity. You absolutely have the power to create a calmer, more purposeful life, even if you're not sure how.
"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!
"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!
My ideal client is the courageous woman who knows she is capable of more but is currently navigating a significant life transition, becoming an empty nester, shifting careers, or recovering from a divorce. You are deeply inquisitive, often sacrificing your own needs as you carry the emotional weight of your relationships. You know you're carrying unresolved emotional baggage because it shows up not just as anxiety or stress, but literally in your body as chronic pain, tension, or fatigue. You are tired of pushing through the pain and desperately want to understand why your system is holding onto distress. Let's make things better!
My ideal client is the courageous woman who knows she is capable of more but is currently navigating a significant life transition, becoming an empty nester, shifting careers, or recovering from a divorce. You are deeply inquisitive, often sacrificing your own needs as you carry the emotional weight of your relationships. You know you're carrying unresolved emotional baggage because it shows up not just as anxiety or stress, but literally in your body as chronic pain, tension, or fatigue. You are tired of pushing through the pain and desperately want to understand why your system is holding onto distress. Let's make things better!
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.