Hoarding Therapists in Pikesville, MD
My goal is to help you to reduce the distractions that promote negative behaviors. We will work together to build the best version of you that you want to become. I understand what it takes to rebuild and at other times to build the person that is inside of you. I have been helping people from all walks of life, all ages, all nationalities, and rural or inner-city residents for fifteen years to build better lives. I can help you too to reach your highest self.
My goal is to help you to reduce the distractions that promote negative behaviors. We will work together to build the best version of you that you want to become. I understand what it takes to rebuild and at other times to build the person that is inside of you. I have been helping people from all walks of life, all ages, all nationalities, and rural or inner-city residents for fifteen years to build better lives. I can help you too to reach your highest self.
My ideal client is survivor of childhood trauma is motivated to create a fulfilling, empowered life for themselves. This shows their commitment by showing up, being engaged during sessions, and doing the necessary homework between sessions. This client understands that healing from trauma and rebuilding trust is a process that involves working through attachment issues and developing a securely attached therapeutic relationship with their therapist.
My ideal client is survivor of childhood trauma is motivated to create a fulfilling, empowered life for themselves. This shows their commitment by showing up, being engaged during sessions, and doing the necessary homework between sessions. This client understands that healing from trauma and rebuilding trust is a process that involves working through attachment issues and developing a securely attached therapeutic relationship with their therapist.
Do you find yourself overthinking, being hard on yourself, or feeling like something just isn't working? Maybe you feel stuck. You might even feel "broken" and like no one understands you. While coping techniques and self-help materials can offer temporary relief for emotional wounds, there may be something deeper at the core driving how you feel.
Whether you are new to therapy, are finding a new therapist, or are continuing your healing journey after many years, I will meet you wherever you are to help you find a way forward. Together, we'll figure out what is taking place at your core that needs to heal.
Do you find yourself overthinking, being hard on yourself, or feeling like something just isn't working? Maybe you feel stuck. You might even feel "broken" and like no one understands you. While coping techniques and self-help materials can offer temporary relief for emotional wounds, there may be something deeper at the core driving how you feel.
Whether you are new to therapy, are finding a new therapist, or are continuing your healing journey after many years, I will meet you wherever you are to help you find a way forward. Together, we'll figure out what is taking place at your core that needs to heal.
Michelle Goldstein
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Pikesville, MD 21208
Michelle helps people achieve their emotional and personal potential. Michelle specializes in guiding her clients to establish a vision, navigate transitions and establish a strong sense of self.
She has unique experience helping:
- Military families with their unique lifestyle struggles
- Parents seeking to establish healthy relational patterns.
- Those struggling with fertility journeys and pregnancy loss
Michelle creates a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to process their emotions, understand themselves, and further develop skills that help them heal and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Michelle helps people achieve their emotional and personal potential. Michelle specializes in guiding her clients to establish a vision, navigate transitions and establish a strong sense of self.
She has unique experience helping:
- Military families with their unique lifestyle struggles
- Parents seeking to establish healthy relational patterns.
- Those struggling with fertility journeys and pregnancy loss
Michelle creates a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to process their emotions, understand themselves, and further develop skills that help them heal and achieve their therapeutic goals.
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.
Elisza Fisher, LCPC Elisza Fisher is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland who started practicing in 2006. She has a Master’s Degree in Counseling from McDaniel College. Elisza believes in treating everyone with respect and dignity and employs person-centered and trauma-informed approach to her treatment to better the lives of her clients. In her spare time, Elisza enjoys animals, music, cars and time with family and friends.
Elisza Fisher, LCPC Elisza Fisher is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland who started practicing in 2006. She has a Master’s Degree in Counseling from McDaniel College. Elisza believes in treating everyone with respect and dignity and employs person-centered and trauma-informed approach to her treatment to better the lives of her clients. In her spare time, Elisza enjoys animals, music, cars and time with family and friends.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a life transition, managing anxiety or stress, or trying to make sense of your experiences, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is not to tell you who to be or what to do, but to walk alongside you—helping you uncover your strengths and use them to navigate challenges, make meaning of your experiences, and move forward with confidence.
Reaching out for support takes courage. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a life transition, managing anxiety or stress, or trying to make sense of your experiences, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is not to tell you who to be or what to do, but to walk alongside you—helping you uncover your strengths and use them to navigate challenges, make meaning of your experiences, and move forward with confidence.
Dr. Paula Langford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MAC, LICSW
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
My ideal clients are adults age 21 and older, including students, professionals, athletes, clergy, caregivers, veterans, and helping professionals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, burnout, work performance challenges, test anxiety, or major life transitions. Many come to my practice feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated after traditional approaches have not fully addressed their needs. They seek healing, emotional regulation, improved confidence, enhanced academic, workplace, sports, or artistic performance, and a stronger connection between the brain, body, spirit, and community.
My ideal clients are adults age 21 and older, including students, professionals, athletes, clergy, caregivers, veterans, and helping professionals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, burnout, work performance challenges, test anxiety, or major life transitions. Many come to my practice feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated after traditional approaches have not fully addressed their needs. They seek healing, emotional regulation, improved confidence, enhanced academic, workplace, sports, or artistic performance, and a stronger connection between the brain, body, spirit, and community.
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Limited Openings - With extensive background and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I work with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Hoarding, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, anxiety, and depression.
Therapy is a collaborative effort between clinician and client. This relationship helps create a treatment plan that is unique to the individual and their challenges. I also find that it brings creativity and flexibility into the development of therapeutic exercises. We are working to facilitate mastery over the individual’s struggles.
Limited Openings - With extensive background and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I work with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Hoarding, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors, anxiety, and depression.
Therapy is a collaborative effort between clinician and client. This relationship helps create a treatment plan that is unique to the individual and their challenges. I also find that it brings creativity and flexibility into the development of therapeutic exercises. We are working to facilitate mastery over the individual’s struggles.
I will meet you where you are. I will never force you to talk about something before you're ready. Talking things through with an unbiased, non-judgmental therapist can be a great first step toward self-improvement. At NOCD, my team and I provide effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling). Our understanding of the nuances of these conditions enables us to diagnose and treat them properly. We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
I will meet you where you are. I will never force you to talk about something before you're ready. Talking things through with an unbiased, non-judgmental therapist can be a great first step toward self-improvement. At NOCD, my team and I provide effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling). Our understanding of the nuances of these conditions enables us to diagnose and treat them properly. We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
Do you ever feel alone, as if you have to get through the day rather than looking forward to the day ahead? I specialize in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transitions, and relationship building. I offer a supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free space where you can explore your experiences, strengthen coping skills, and develop healthy boundaries.
Do you ever feel alone, as if you have to get through the day rather than looking forward to the day ahead? I specialize in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transitions, and relationship building. I offer a supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free space where you can explore your experiences, strengthen coping skills, and develop healthy boundaries.
I am the owner and clinical director of CBT Baltimore. Our practice attracts motivated and educated clients seeking specialized treatment for Anxiety spectrum disorders such as OCD, panic, and social anxiety. I have additional experience treating hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), skin-picking (Excoriation), and mood-related challenges. Working for years in schools and an adolescent clinic I appreciate younger people who have a refreshing view of the world in addition to the experienced veterans of life. I pride myself on taking my craft seriously and pursuing intensive, specialized clinical training(s) and certification.
I am the owner and clinical director of CBT Baltimore. Our practice attracts motivated and educated clients seeking specialized treatment for Anxiety spectrum disorders such as OCD, panic, and social anxiety. I have additional experience treating hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), skin-picking (Excoriation), and mood-related challenges. Working for years in schools and an adolescent clinic I appreciate younger people who have a refreshing view of the world in addition to the experienced veterans of life. I pride myself on taking my craft seriously and pursuing intensive, specialized clinical training(s) and certification.
Brandi Mundie
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21215
Waitlist for new clients
Are you someone who struggles with OCD, anxiety, perinatal disorders, insomnia, or trauma and is seeking evidence-based, compassionate therapy? Are you looking for structured, research-backed interventions like CBT and ERP to manage intrusive thoughts and compulsions? Or for a nonjudgmental space to process past experiences and rebuild resilience. Ultimately, I strive to create a warm, trust-based therapeutic relationship where people feel supported in their journey toward healing, clarity, and empowerment while using evidence-based treatments.
Are you someone who struggles with OCD, anxiety, perinatal disorders, insomnia, or trauma and is seeking evidence-based, compassionate therapy? Are you looking for structured, research-backed interventions like CBT and ERP to manage intrusive thoughts and compulsions? Or for a nonjudgmental space to process past experiences and rebuild resilience. Ultimately, I strive to create a warm, trust-based therapeutic relationship where people feel supported in their journey toward healing, clarity, and empowerment while using evidence-based treatments.
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.
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.
Welcome! As a social worker with a wide array of experience spanning over 15 years, I believe that taking care of yourself brings out the best in people. Prioritizing mental health brings about stability and strengthens one's ability to not just meet their own needs but be present for others in your life.
My more recent focus is in geriatrics but throughout my career I have worked with a variety of populations across the lifespan.
I have a certified therapy dog, Coco a Havanese, who is an avid Ravens fan! Coco enjoys dropping in on sessions.
Welcome! As a social worker with a wide array of experience spanning over 15 years, I believe that taking care of yourself brings out the best in people. Prioritizing mental health brings about stability and strengthens one's ability to not just meet their own needs but be present for others in your life.
My more recent focus is in geriatrics but throughout my career I have worked with a variety of populations across the lifespan.
I have a certified therapy dog, Coco a Havanese, who is an avid Ravens fan! Coco enjoys dropping in on sessions.
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelm, people pleasing or knee-jerk reactions to situations that you later regret? Or engaging in negative/self-harming behaviors, such as binge eating or overspending? You may be struggling with trauma responses and I believe you have the capacity to find healing. I help clients establish internal safety and understand their current coping skills/behaviors. Where necessary we make changes and amplify the strengths you inherently already have. Recovering from trauma doesn’t mean we eliminate every frustration, however we work on the capacity to stay present and calm where appropriate.
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelm, people pleasing or knee-jerk reactions to situations that you later regret? Or engaging in negative/self-harming behaviors, such as binge eating or overspending? You may be struggling with trauma responses and I believe you have the capacity to find healing. I help clients establish internal safety and understand their current coping skills/behaviors. Where necessary we make changes and amplify the strengths you inherently already have. Recovering from trauma doesn’t mean we eliminate every frustration, however we work on the capacity to stay present and calm where appropriate.
Hi, I’m Soraya... I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your mind, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and embark toward the quest of optimal well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, and life transitions. I provide compassionate support for the emotional shifts of pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and identity changes in parenthood. I also have a passion to help others navigate through cultural identity, homesickness, intergenerational expectations, and belonging.
Hi, I’m Soraya... I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your mind, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and embark toward the quest of optimal well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, and life transitions. I provide compassionate support for the emotional shifts of pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and identity changes in parenthood. I also have a passion to help others navigate through cultural identity, homesickness, intergenerational expectations, and belonging.
Shannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LPCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, and challenges associated with life transitions. I also work closely with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy helping others find compassion and acceptance for themselves. This is the foundation of positive change. If you find yourself consumed with worry and stress, difficulty being present, or need support while you are navigating a challenging life transition my practice may be a good fit.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, and challenges associated with life transitions. I also work closely with individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy helping others find compassion and acceptance for themselves. This is the foundation of positive change. If you find yourself consumed with worry and stress, difficulty being present, or need support while you are navigating a challenging life transition my practice may be a good fit.
My ideal client experiences anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. They seek a safe space to explore their emotions and patterns, yearning clarity and healing. The client's goal is to build resilience, improve self-awareness, and develop healthier relationships. They want lasting change to feel empowered, authentic, and at peace because they are tired of feeling stuck and crave for a more fulfilling and balanced life. They are ready to take responsibility and are open to grown through compassionate guidance.
My ideal client experiences anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. They seek a safe space to explore their emotions and patterns, yearning clarity and healing. The client's goal is to build resilience, improve self-awareness, and develop healthier relationships. They want lasting change to feel empowered, authentic, and at peace because they are tired of feeling stuck and crave for a more fulfilling and balanced life. They are ready to take responsibility and are open to grown through compassionate guidance.
Janice N. Vassallo, MA, LCPC, NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Gaithersburg, MD 20886
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and goals and to make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, therapeutic environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
Hello and welcome! Please feel free to call me for a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and goals and to make the best decision to start therapy. I am committed to creating an emotionally safe, confidential, therapeutic environment with you to successfully make the changes you most desire in your life. My integral psychotherapy approach activates the change process by addressing all aspects of one's individual, relationship (couples, families, peers) and work needs including cognitive/intellectual functioning, emotional health, physical health, spiritual outlook and environmental influences.
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Hoarding Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for hoarding?
Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) has been well-studied in the treatment of hoarding. This type of therapy includes changing beliefs surrounding possessions, as well as learning how to discard items and reduce acquisitions. The hoarder may also gain much-needed organizational skills. Another useful therapy may be compassion-focused therapy, which can address emotion regulation and negative self-perception.
How long does therapy for hoarding take?
Although treatment can vary, most people demonstrate improvement after 23 sessions, with some showing improvement after just a few sessions. Researchers have developed a 26-session cognitive behavioral program. People who hoard may need “maintenance” sessions over the years if the problem arises repeatedly.
Are there medications for hoarding?
The more commonly-prescribed medications for hoarding are including antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). This can include drugs such as venlafaxine and paroxetine. And because hoarding disorder is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, medications for OCD, such as clomipramine, may be effective for hoarding as well.
Can hoarding come back after treatment?
Hoarding is a chronic disorder and it can last throughout an individual’s lifetime. Regularly checking in with a psychotherapist can help manage symptoms long-term. A good therapist will help the person learn needed skills including decision-making, organization, and stress reduction. The patient will gain a better perspective and the need to cling to useless items will lessen.