LGBTQ+ Therapists in Severna Park, MD
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William Willis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Limited slots for weekly/biweekly sessions. Many of us struggle to manage many of life's challenges on top of feeling fear, frustration, or deep sadness. That being said, you've already taken an important first step in connecting with help! I've seen clients who experience anxiety, depression, bipolar, personality disorders, trauma, grief, life changes, anger, and interpersonal issues. My goal is to help you feel comfortable managing whatever symptoms you may be experiencing while embracing wellness and change. I am a culturally sensitive,
LGBTQIA
+ affirming therapist.
Ryan Shea
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am currently accepting new patients for online video therapy (Telehealth)! I work with children, adolescents, and adults with concerns including depression, anxiety, identity concerns, adjustment and life transitions, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I am particularly passionate about my
LGBTQ
work, both in and out of therapy.
Severna Park, MD 21146
& Online
Marisa Padeletti
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialties are with adolescents and young adults,
queer
-identifying individuals, and phobias.
Seeking out therapy can be a scary process, and despite this, you are taking your first step toward growth. You may be struggling with anxious thoughts, depressive mood, or unhealthy behaviors. You might lack support from others or you are tired of living in fear. Whatever the case may be, you are also wishing to grow and heal as a person.
Not accepting new clients
Scott Peck
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience with
LGBTQIA
+ clients of all ages.
I am a licensed psychologist who helps people struggling with difficult issues like anxiety disorders, OCD, chronic insomnia, and panic attacks. I love working with people who have been told their OCD and anxiety symptoms are "difficult to treat" or for whom therapy has not been effective in the past. Because different types of therapy work better for different people, I use cognitive, behavioral, and person-centered approaches to healing. I strongly believe therapy should always be about improving your life however you want to live it – never about what a therapist believes would be best for you.
Laura Malone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified
Verified
It is important for an individual to be free from the fear that does not allow one to reach a place of understanding and self-acceptance. Whether it is struggling with a past trauma, loneliness, anxiety, anger, fear of not being accepted, feelings of being “too much” or “not enough”, I practice from a place of compassion and non-judgement. When a client expresses, they are ready for a change, I will “meet them where they are at” in the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with diverse populations, at any stage in life, including individuals who identify as part of the
LGBTQIA
+ community.
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Monica Lester
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Monica Lester, Ed.D. is a Clinical Social Worker with nearly two decades of experience providing mental health services working with individuals, children, couples, families and groups. Throughout my years of providing therapy I have examined issues including substance abuse, behavior challenges, mood disorders, anger management, PTSD, neurodevelopmental, anxiety, self-image, stress, suicide, relationship and
LGBTQ
issues.
Not accepting new clients
Jill Camm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of specialty include: Relationship Skills, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Parenting Skills, Behavior Management, Family Therapy,
LGBTQ
challenges, Major Life Changes.
We all go through difficult times and having someone who will listen, offer support and give guidance can be invaluable. We will work together to discover the barriers that may be keeping you from living your best life. I am passionate about helping my clients recognize their strengths in order to feel a sense of power and control in their lives.
Kory Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Other specialties include ADHD, Autism Burnout, Anxiety,
LGBTQ
, emotional regulation, trauma.
As a clinical Social Worker for over 18 years, I come from a long line of “colorful,” Neurodivergent brains. I have been drawn to the passionate, the quirky, and the uniquely wired since I can remember. Connection is at the heart of my work with all clients. I believe that the magic behind therapy does not stem from any particular therapeutic modality, but instead from feeling understood and hopeful. I have an extensive background and a passion for working with Autistic clients. I am an AANE Certified Neurodiverse Couples Therapist. Therapy should be a safe place for clients to unmask and work towards positive change.
Shelley A. O'Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I am LBGTQ+ fully-affirming and positively work with
lgbtq
+ teen and adult clients and their families.
5/10/2023 - I am accepting Telehealth adult clients with CareFirst BCBS, Medicare, Cigna or Johns Hopkins at this time. Life can be challenging sometimes. Helping clients get to a better path or place in life is my goal. With over 20 years as a mental health therapist, I work with clients to help them cope with and find working strategies to deal with struggles and challenges. My therapy style is interpersonal, goal-directed and strengths-based.
Bradford Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
They treat anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma,
LGBTQ
+ Affirming, grief and loss, working with the geriatric population, are EMDR trained, specialize in addictions, work with adolescents, adults and children.
At Bradford Counseling Services, LLC we provide counseling to adults, adolescents, families, couples and children (age 5 and up). We service many individuals all over Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our clinicians see clients with
LGBTQ
+ issues, Trauma, all issues related to children, Couples, Family Conflict, Co-parent, Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions. We are here to help you get through the difficult times that bring you in to therapy. We strive to provide our clients with new insight and feasible tools to take with them and utilize on a daily basis. Tell us how we can help you?
Waitlist for new clients
Caroline Ball
Master Social Work, MSW, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
They have been provided to a wide variety of underserved and underrepresented communities including the
LGBTQIA
+ community, those experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, people of color, and those with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Life is full of feelings whether we like it or not. If you are struggling to identify your emotions and what they mean, you are not alone. Trauma, transitions, and a history of a lack of emotional guidance can make it feel as though you are grasping at straws. If you have children of your own you want to teach, this can be even more overwhelming. No matter the reason for this sense of overwhelm, you do not have to go through this journey of self compassion alone. I am a firm believer that we all have a “toolbox” of coping skills. Some may be empty, some filled with rusty tools, and others are just out of reach.
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Kimberly Meyers Libby
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Over the past year and a half I have been passionate about increasing my competency in providing affirming care to the
LGBTQ
community by receiving training, education and supervision from experts and colleagues in the field.
I can see your strength, even when you cannot. I use my education and experience in psychology to lead you to discover your most authentic self. I believe that we all develop patterns of behaviors due to our life circumstances that can be both positive and negative. By examining these patterns in behavior and thought and how they serve us, one can make changes to improve life. I am an action-oriented therapist who believes therapy should not end as soon as you leave the office. I will often give techniques to practice or topics for further reflection.
Alexandra Ling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I approach therapy with an understanding that life is a challenge for us all. We all share experiences of grief, pain, sadness, anger, and insecurity. My goal as a therapist is to help guide you through these hardships and provide you with compassion, understanding, and solutions so you don’t feel alone. I strive to make therapy a safe and comfortable space for you. I primarily work with patients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, familial conflict, and self-esteem. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach so I can best assist clients with their needs.
Maureen Yost
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With more than a decade of experience in the field of social work and mental health services, my focus is an emphasis on the combination of individual and family therapy. By providing a framework for navigating complicated family dynamics, I offer a holistic approach to help my clients work together to resolve complex issues such as trauma, depression, grief and loss, difficult family transitions and much more.
Travis Geissler
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Congratulations on taking the first step on your journey of making a positive change in your life! Finding the right therapist can be a difficult and stressful process. One of my goals is to make this as smooth of a experience as possible. I firmly believe that anyone can benefit from therapy. I have enjoyed seeing the progress my clients have made in counseling, and have felt honored that they have included me in that journey with them. I try to incorporate a non-judgmental and comfortable environment for clients to be able to express themselves at their own pace.
Tiffany Millner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Taking the first step to improving your mental health is commendable. As your therapist, I am here to support you through life changes, everyday stressors, and past experiences. I believe each person is the author of their own life story. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space that allows you to share your life story and foster meaningful change. Together, we can open a new chapter of healing.
Severna Park, MD 21146
& Online
Heather McMullen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MT-BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It is my passion to collaborate with and empower others to not just survive through life but to find a way to living fully and thriving. I work to be an ally in achieving your goals and your desires. Finding a way to enjoy and be confident in your career and job experience, creative outlets, and social life can really happen.
Aruna Gogineni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSWC, LICSW
Verified
Verified
"Are you feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed?" "Are you feeling unhappy in your relationship or concerned about your kids"? "Is your alcohol or drug use causing problems at home, work, school or in other areas? If so I can be of help. I can teach you the appropriate skills to feel good about yourself, to have more satisfying relationships and to reach your true potential.
Waitlist for new clients
Jordyn Bell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, C-DBT, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Welcome! Starting the journey to improve your mental health can be overwhelming! As a therapist, my goal is to provide an open, warm, and non-judgmental space for clients to gain insight, heal from past experiences, and learn to accept and support themselves. In my practice, I balance validation with the introduction of effective coping strategies to enhance your quality of life. I'm passionate about working alongside clients to address current stressors, life transitions, trauma, and in discovering their goals, values, and passions.
Severna Park, MD 21146
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Cynthia Agyeman-Anane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Conversations Create Change LLC originated because life happens & we truly believe effective therapy works. We go to doctors, gym and nail salon to take care of ourselves; talk therapy can and should be part of that plan. Don't wait for life to turn completely upside down before you seek out mental health services. A life lived well is one that is Authentic, Intentional & Meaningful. Conversations Create Change LLC helps you to create that life.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.