Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Sparks Glencoe, MD

Hi there! I am passionate about working with adults in all of the various stages of their lives. I have an eclectic group of specialities, but I find I work the most with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, life transitions (becoming a parent, divorce, turning a certain age, change in careers, etc), depression, post- pandemic stress/anxiety/trauma, self-esteem concerns, overwhelming stress, and much more.

The stresses of life occasionally take such a toll on us that we need an experienced professional. I have 30 years as a mental health therapist and specialize in trauma, loss, addiction, depression, anxiety and medical trauma. I also work with individuals suffering from the physical issues that often accompany a series of stressful events. I see adults, couples, and adolescents. I find a unique blend of cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, bibliotherapy and expressive techniques for each client. I also provide clients with community supports and resources to supplement our work together when appropriate.

My style has been described as innovative yet practical. I work with clients to develop healthier ways of coping with life and creating more satisfying relationships. A non-judgmental, trusting therapeutic relationship is essential. Experiential learning and educational materials provide the basis for lasting change. Areas of skill building include, emotional regulation, grief relief, living with anxiety, depression, healing trauma. Relationship skills involve communication, conflict resolution, keeping love alive and refining commitment. Methods include Mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, body centered therapy and desensitization with EMDR (www.emdria.org). The work of therapy becomes the joy and satisfaction of living.

Your feelings are real and provide the starting point for healing. I work with the client to recognize patterns and habits that may have led to the feelings of discomfort or pain and how to live life pursuing what each client values most.

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.

Life, especially over the past several years, has been both challenging and filled with change. A therapist can be a supportive ally in coping with and processing through any obstacles that may come up. My clients are ones that would benefit from being mindful in how they are spending their days and whether or not those activities are helping them reach both their short and long-term goals. I am experienced in working with clients of various ages and backgrounds, and my primary focuses are on ADHD, time management skills, and supporting others through significant life transitions.

Support and insight offered from an outside perspective can spark change. I believe that your personal strengths and knowledge of self are your biggest assets, and that therapy offers an opportunity for you to discover, or rediscover, your internal resources & make the most of them. I specialize in supporting clients to navigate life changes, manage stress and anxiety, address relationship challenges and process grief. I enjoy working with individuals looking to improve their relationship with themselves and am rooted in self-compassion and health at every size framework.

As a licensed psychologist, I can help you navigate life transitions as a young professional or college student, find relief from anxiety, OCD, or an eating disorder, heal from past trauma, address relationship concerns, or resolve burnout from work stress. I will create a space for you where you will learn how to form a more compassionate and nurturing connection to yourself that is self-healing. I aim to help you decrease your shame, doubt, or guilt and replace those feelings with more empathy and self compassion, all within a safe and nonjudgmental space.

I offer individual, couple, and family counseling for adults. You may attend in person or online. I have many years of experience working with a diversity of issues, which include anxiety, depression, relationship, career, substance abuse, and family relationships. I have specialized training in Bowen family systems theory and therapy.

I specialize in working with adults and young adults with a variety of mental health issues. My goal is to create a comfortable and nonjudgmental space in which you feel safe to explore and process past and current experiences, difficult emotions, worrisome thoughts and whatever else is holding you back. It is my goal to help you gain insight into ingrained thought and behavior patterns that no longer serve you.

When you have hope, all things are possible. In my practice I am results oriented and I keep a positive outlook on life, and the possibilities for all of my clients. I come from a wellness perspective where I believe that every person has the ability to overcome life's challenges. I feel that inside of every person there is an intuitive sense of what is right for them. It is my passion to help you to unlock the key to your happiness. Please visit our website at www.mindfulhealingworks.com to see the vast services that we offer including PRP and drug counseling including IOP and SOP. *Many of our clients use insurance.

Are you trying to cope with a difficult situation or relationship, but the emotions sometimes feel overwhelming and you’re not sure what to do? Are you stressed about family issues, work, or your quality of life? Are you striving to do your best, but nothing is working? Are you being hard on yourself and believing that’s the only way to get motivated? Maybe there has been a transition or change in your life recently and it’s thrown you off course. Old feelings of unworthiness and doubt are bubbling up again. You feel confused and have lost direction. Life doesn’t feel as good as it once did and you know it could be better.