Depression Therapists in Sykesville, MD
Madison Elie-Thompson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, C-DBT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Madison Elie-Thompson specializes in trauma informed care for first responders, veterans, health care professionals and adults (18+). Madison focuses on creating a safe space for you to grow, learn new skills, process trauma, and reach your goals. While trauma is Madison’s specialty, she is also well versed in a variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety and substance use. She is passionate about her work and values growth in all areas of her practice.
Madison Elie-Thompson specializes in trauma informed care for first responders, veterans, health care professionals and adults (18+). Madison focuses on creating a safe space for you to grow, learn new skills, process trauma, and reach your goals. While trauma is Madison’s specialty, she is also well versed in a variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety and substance use. She is passionate about her work and values growth in all areas of her practice.
Anchor Counseling Centers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
We treat a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, social skills, defiance, and decision-making skills through individual, family and couples counseling.
Our professional, experienced counselors work with children, adolescents and adults in individual sessions as well as family or couples counseling. The counselors have a variety of backgrounds ranging from substance abuse, foster care, case management, Employee Assistance Programs, and school counseling. We are happy to discuss your needs and match you with the most appropriate counselor in the practice. We have locations in Columbia, Cumberland, Eldersburg, Sykesville & Westminster.
We treat a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, social skills, defiance, and decision-making skills through individual, family and couples counseling.
Our professional, experienced counselors work with children, adolescents and adults in individual sessions as well as family or couples counseling. The counselors have a variety of backgrounds ranging from substance abuse, foster care, case management, Employee Assistance Programs, and school counseling. We are happy to discuss your needs and match you with the most appropriate counselor in the practice. We have locations in Columbia, Cumberland, Eldersburg, Sykesville & Westminster.
Pamela A. Del Nero And Therapy Dog Kenny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
My specialty areas include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, chronic pain/health problems, women's issues, relationship issues, grief, & codependency.
When facing challenging times, therapy can provide a safe place to talk about those challenges. I am happy to announce the addition of the newest staff member, Kenny, a certified therapy dog whose presence helps create a safe space. My goal is to help clients achieve their own "zen" state by learning how to recognize, access, & trust their own intuition. I view therapy as part of one's wellness journey. And one of the most important challenges in this journey is to understand one's personal power & how to manage it. Therapy is a challenging process, but I will be your advocate & help you learn to become your own advocate.
My specialty areas include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, chronic pain/health problems, women's issues, relationship issues, grief, & codependency.
When facing challenging times, therapy can provide a safe place to talk about those challenges. I am happy to announce the addition of the newest staff member, Kenny, a certified therapy dog whose presence helps create a safe space. My goal is to help clients achieve their own "zen" state by learning how to recognize, access, & trust their own intuition. I view therapy as part of one's wellness journey. And one of the most important challenges in this journey is to understand one's personal power & how to manage it. Therapy is a challenging process, but I will be your advocate & help you learn to become your own advocate.
Nicole Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
Welcome. At Northeastern Counseling Services we understand that life can sometimes be overwhelming, stressful, and challenging. From experiencing everyday stress to feelings of anxiety and depression- our skilled and experienced licensed counselors can help provide you with the client-centered, tailored support you need to achieve emotional and behavioral well-being. At Northeastern Counseling Services we pride ourselves on taking a complete and thoughtful approach to your emotional and behavioral wellness goals. We look forward to assisting you in enhancing the life you ideally imagine living.
Welcome. At Northeastern Counseling Services we understand that life can sometimes be overwhelming, stressful, and challenging. From experiencing everyday stress to feelings of anxiety and depression- our skilled and experienced licensed counselors can help provide you with the client-centered, tailored support you need to achieve emotional and behavioral well-being. At Northeastern Counseling Services we pride ourselves on taking a complete and thoughtful approach to your emotional and behavioral wellness goals. We look forward to assisting you in enhancing the life you ideally imagine living.
Trina L Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC, MSW
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
I believe that each person is born with incredible strengths that are sometimes buried through their interpretation of life events and personal struggles. We can become anxious, depressed, angry or overwhelmed, while dreaming of the way we really want to live and express ourselves. I can honestly say that each of you has the potential to uncover your true self; to find contentment, self-worth and self-growth. The journey can be rough, at times, but I would like to walk alongside the path with you as you re-discover your dynamic self and achieve your personal goals.
I believe that each person is born with incredible strengths that are sometimes buried through their interpretation of life events and personal struggles. We can become anxious, depressed, angry or overwhelmed, while dreaming of the way we really want to live and express ourselves. I can honestly say that each of you has the potential to uncover your true self; to find contentment, self-worth and self-growth. The journey can be rough, at times, but I would like to walk alongside the path with you as you re-discover your dynamic self and achieve your personal goals.
Danielle Pientka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with symptoms of depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and behavioral problems. I am a neurodiversity-affirming clinician, and believe that the goal of therapy should be to address unpleasant symptoms (or related consequences)- not to change our diagnoses. We work with animals and do activities that revolve around changing behavior and building skills such as relaxation, communication, .
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with symptoms of depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and behavioral problems. I am a neurodiversity-affirming clinician, and believe that the goal of therapy should be to address unpleasant symptoms (or related consequences)- not to change our diagnoses. We work with animals and do activities that revolve around changing behavior and building skills such as relaxation, communication, .
Caroline Cinquino Miller
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
Change is not easy. Whether you're needing to experience relief from anxiety, depression, past trauma, or a current difficult situation, counseling can help bring us out of stagnation and onto the path of change in a compassionate and non-judgmental atmosphere. I enjoy helping people identify what thoughts and behaviors are helpful in building satisfying lives and which may have once proved useful, but no longer work for them. Taking small steps, while being kind to ourselves when we make mistakes, can create the kind of change that we want to see in our lives.
Change is not easy. Whether you're needing to experience relief from anxiety, depression, past trauma, or a current difficult situation, counseling can help bring us out of stagnation and onto the path of change in a compassionate and non-judgmental atmosphere. I enjoy helping people identify what thoughts and behaviors are helpful in building satisfying lives and which may have once proved useful, but no longer work for them. Taking small steps, while being kind to ourselves when we make mistakes, can create the kind of change that we want to see in our lives.
Brenda Lee von Rautenkranz
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy has been effective with clients who manifest anxiety, depression, attention-deficit disorder, conduct disorders, dissociative disorders, posttraumatic stress, autism, and other disorders and disabilities.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am passionate about helping children and adults find and maintain balance in their lives. I use a whole body system approach that incorporates nutrition, vitamins and exercise, the mind, and spirit. . As a psychotherapist and with my background as a fitness trainer, I have found the importance of a healthy body gives a healthy mind. My practice is about enabling individuals to recognize and address the obstacles that are keeping them from finding that balance. I work with children (3-12), adolescents and adults. But wait there is more....
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy has been effective with clients who manifest anxiety, depression, attention-deficit disorder, conduct disorders, dissociative disorders, posttraumatic stress, autism, and other disorders and disabilities.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am passionate about helping children and adults find and maintain balance in their lives. I use a whole body system approach that incorporates nutrition, vitamins and exercise, the mind, and spirit. . As a psychotherapist and with my background as a fitness trainer, I have found the importance of a healthy body gives a healthy mind. My practice is about enabling individuals to recognize and address the obstacles that are keeping them from finding that balance. I work with children (3-12), adolescents and adults. But wait there is more....
Lisa Barnes Lcsw-C Tidewater Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
My areas of specialty include: Substance abuse/addiction disorders, family and addiction recovery, codependency, depression, anxiety disorders, relationship stressors, and the grief associated with separation or divorce.
It really takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and I congratulate you on taking this first step! Tidewater Counseling Services offers individual counseling services to clients 16 years of age and older. I am interested in learning about your mental health concerns and will tailor sessions to meet your unique and specific needs. I meet you where you are and work collaboratively to assist you in achieving your goals.
My areas of specialty include: Substance abuse/addiction disorders, family and addiction recovery, codependency, depression, anxiety disorders, relationship stressors, and the grief associated with separation or divorce.
It really takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and I congratulate you on taking this first step! Tidewater Counseling Services offers individual counseling services to clients 16 years of age and older. I am interested in learning about your mental health concerns and will tailor sessions to meet your unique and specific needs. I meet you where you are and work collaboratively to assist you in achieving your goals.
Laura Lane Therapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
I have worked with many clients who have experienced trauma as children, & teens and this emotional pain haunts them for years. Sometimes they know the reason for the emotional pain but often the reason is buried and all they have are the overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, worthlessness, shame, and more. These feelings have them paralyzed, often unable to hold down a job or be in a relationship. I've worked with many of these clients to help them discover the cause of these feelings, to talk about the emotional pain, to help them heal. I offer Christian Counseling to those who are interested.
I have worked with many clients who have experienced trauma as children, & teens and this emotional pain haunts them for years. Sometimes they know the reason for the emotional pain but often the reason is buried and all they have are the overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, worthlessness, shame, and more. These feelings have them paralyzed, often unable to hold down a job or be in a relationship. I've worked with many of these clients to help them discover the cause of these feelings, to talk about the emotional pain, to help them heal. I offer Christian Counseling to those who are interested.
Jacquelyn Kiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
***Accepting New Telehealth Clients** **Email for quicker response***Life can easily become overwhelming and people can find themselves going through the daily routine as opposed to truly enjoying the journey. Stress, depression, anxiety, grief, and conflict in relationships can rob people of joy and wellness. My focus is to partner with clients, uncover their strengths, and help them achieve the goals they have identified. I believe that people are fully capable of change and I create a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting environment to assist people in the healing process.
***Accepting New Telehealth Clients** **Email for quicker response***Life can easily become overwhelming and people can find themselves going through the daily routine as opposed to truly enjoying the journey. Stress, depression, anxiety, grief, and conflict in relationships can rob people of joy and wellness. My focus is to partner with clients, uncover their strengths, and help them achieve the goals they have identified. I believe that people are fully capable of change and I create a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting environment to assist people in the healing process.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
Mental health is not just addressing illnesses such as anxiety and depression, but an arena for promoting our resiliency in managing stress, and pursuing relationships, career goals, and our overall life satisfaction. I believe that through psychotherapy we can heal old wounds, learn to maximize our abilities, and accept and cope with our limitations in order to minimize their interference in our pursuit of our life's goals. We are complex emotional systems of inherited predispositions and vulnerabilities, as well as a multitude of learned psychological attitudes and beliefs. Ultimately, each of us uses these tools to cope with life's demands and stresses.
Mental health is not just addressing illnesses such as anxiety and depression, but an arena for promoting our resiliency in managing stress, and pursuing relationships, career goals, and our overall life satisfaction. I believe that through psychotherapy we can heal old wounds, learn to maximize our abilities, and accept and cope with our limitations in order to minimize their interference in our pursuit of our life's goals. We are complex emotional systems of inherited predispositions and vulnerabilities, as well as a multitude of learned psychological attitudes and beliefs. Ultimately, each of us uses these tools to cope with life's demands and stresses.
Katie B. Besche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Therapeutic Family Counseling provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: women's issues, anxiety, infertility, post partum depression, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, or just needing to find that balance in your life.
Therapeutic Family Counseling provides a wide range of mental health services including, but not limited to the following: women's issues, anxiety, infertility, post partum depression, family conflict with children or need of parental support, struggling with decisions about marriage, physical, sexual, or psychological abuse; past or present, loneliness, anxiety, low self-esteem, assertiveness and decision making, depression, sexual orientation, lack of motivation, out of control thoughts/ behaviors, difficulty with attention/concentration, or just needing to find that balance in your life.
Bertha Carrelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
If you or your child are feeling stuck or held back by current or past experiences, I’d love to work together to help you thrive by healing painful experiences, discovering and strengthening your innate abilities, and creating new ways of being in the world. I’m a Certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA approved Consultant with 20 years of experience. I treat depression, anxiety (including performance anxiety), PTSD, C-PTSD, and specialize in resolving the effects of traumatic events such as loss, medical trauma, negative home or school experiences, abuse, and neglect.
If you or your child are feeling stuck or held back by current or past experiences, I’d love to work together to help you thrive by healing painful experiences, discovering and strengthening your innate abilities, and creating new ways of being in the world. I’m a Certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA approved Consultant with 20 years of experience. I treat depression, anxiety (including performance anxiety), PTSD, C-PTSD, and specialize in resolving the effects of traumatic events such as loss, medical trauma, negative home or school experiences, abuse, and neglect.
Sheryl Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, family conflict, adjustment to illness or disability, quality of life, finding meaning or purpose, you are not alone.
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.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, family conflict, adjustment to illness or disability, quality of life, finding meaning or purpose, you are not alone.
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.
Judith Viers At Healing Hearts Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
If you are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, feeling misunderstood, struggling with a loss or having conflict in a relationship whether significant other, family member, friend, or coworker, I would be honored to help you on your healing journey! Sessions are individualized; tailored to your goals and how you want to use your time. I hope therapy is a positive empowering chapter in clients' lives. I use supportive reflection and can use CBT, psychotherapy, person-first, provide trauma informed care, studied Gottman and many other therapeutic approaches. I specialize in memorial art & art can be used as desired.
If you are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, feeling misunderstood, struggling with a loss or having conflict in a relationship whether significant other, family member, friend, or coworker, I would be honored to help you on your healing journey! Sessions are individualized; tailored to your goals and how you want to use your time. I hope therapy is a positive empowering chapter in clients' lives. I use supportive reflection and can use CBT, psychotherapy, person-first, provide trauma informed care, studied Gottman and many other therapeutic approaches. I specialize in memorial art & art can be used as desired.
Candice Mitchell
Counselor, MS, LGPC, NCC, EdD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
However, I have experience treating depression, generalized anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, women's issues, maternal mental health, and addiction.
Does it feel like your life is just not working for you? Fear, worry, and shame can paralyze your mind and stifle creativity. You want to make changes but are unsure where to start. Whether working with individuals, couples, or a family, I want to know you and understand how we can improve your life in a safe and supportive environment. Together, we will explore and untangle the origins of the emotions you experience about your life. Our process will begin gently, and each new insight will help us move ahead at a stride that feels right for you.
However, I have experience treating depression, generalized anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, women's issues, maternal mental health, and addiction.
Does it feel like your life is just not working for you? Fear, worry, and shame can paralyze your mind and stifle creativity. You want to make changes but are unsure where to start. Whether working with individuals, couples, or a family, I want to know you and understand how we can improve your life in a safe and supportive environment. Together, we will explore and untangle the origins of the emotions you experience about your life. Our process will begin gently, and each new insight will help us move ahead at a stride that feels right for you.
Michael Reeder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
I take a holistic approach that incorporates mind, body, and spirit. I believe it's important to integrate life meaning into counseling.
I'll work with you to set goals and the proper pacing of therapy. Therapy is a collaboration, as ultimately the power to change rests within you. I emphasize unconditional positive regard, respect, a safe and caring therapeutic relationship, individual strengths, and taking control over choices.
I take a holistic approach that incorporates mind, body, and spirit. I believe it's important to integrate life meaning into counseling.
I'll work with you to set goals and the proper pacing of therapy. Therapy is a collaboration, as ultimately the power to change rests within you. I emphasize unconditional positive regard, respect, a safe and caring therapeutic relationship, individual strengths, and taking control over choices.
Martha Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
My approach to counseling is a strengths based one. I specialize in treating children, teenagers and adults. I have advanced training in play therapy, ABA therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and trauma. I believe that when people are going through serious life events they can change for the better with active listening, empathy, unconditional acceptance and the use of an eclectic approach to meet the patients individual needs.
My approach to counseling is a strengths based one. I specialize in treating children, teenagers and adults. I have advanced training in play therapy, ABA therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and trauma. I believe that when people are going through serious life events they can change for the better with active listening, empathy, unconditional acceptance and the use of an eclectic approach to meet the patients individual needs.
Lindsay Smith
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients: Daytime and Evening availability. As an empathetic and understanding therapist, I provide a safe, judgement free, and comfortable space for clients to open up. I am very passionate about my clients and strive to inspire them to work towards their goals to live the life they want!
Accepting new clients: Daytime and Evening availability. As an empathetic and understanding therapist, I provide a safe, judgement free, and comfortable space for clients to open up. I am very passionate about my clients and strive to inspire them to work towards their goals to live the life they want!
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.