Domestic Abuse Therapists in Sykesville, MD
Imagine waking up ready to take on the world — you can!
At Adams Counseling, our clinicians combine compassion with expertise to help you navigate life’s challenges and find balance. With backgrounds in education, crisis support, advocacy, and specialized EMDR training, we provide the support you need to heal and thrive. We believe that the right therapeutic fit matters.
In addition to our diverse group of therapists, I am a Maryland Board-Approved Supervisor, offering supervision for LGPCs and interns. My focus is on fostering professional growth, confidence, and strong clinical skills in the next generation of counselors.
Imagine waking up ready to take on the world — you can!
At Adams Counseling, our clinicians combine compassion with expertise to help you navigate life’s challenges and find balance. With backgrounds in education, crisis support, advocacy, and specialized EMDR training, we provide the support you need to heal and thrive. We believe that the right therapeutic fit matters.
In addition to our diverse group of therapists, I am a Maryland Board-Approved Supervisor, offering supervision for LGPCs and interns. My focus is on fostering professional growth, confidence, and strong clinical skills in the next generation of counselors.
Brenda Lee von Rautenkranz
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
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....
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....
My job is to meet people where they are at and find the things that they are struggling with. Then as a team, we can work together to formulate plans for the future and finding what makes an individual passionate and reenergized about life. I believe in working on the whole person and putting things in place to create balance with their mind-body-social connections.
My job is to meet people where they are at and find the things that they are struggling with. Then as a team, we can work together to formulate plans for the future and finding what makes an individual passionate and reenergized about life. I believe in working on the whole person and putting things in place to create balance with their mind-body-social connections.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor, and I have been providing individual and family therapy services to children, teenagers, adults, and families for over 20 years. I began my current practice in order to provide a more private and comfortable place for my clients and to be able to more fully meet their needs. My goal is to provide a welcoming, compassionate, comfortable and safe place for individuals and families to receive help. Every family and every individual is unique, and I enjoy tailoring my treatment methods to the specific needs of each client and/or family.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor, and I have been providing individual and family therapy services to children, teenagers, adults, and families for over 20 years. I began my current practice in order to provide a more private and comfortable place for my clients and to be able to more fully meet their needs. My goal is to provide a welcoming, compassionate, comfortable and safe place for individuals and families to receive help. Every family and every individual is unique, and I enjoy tailoring my treatment methods to the specific needs of each client and/or family.
Madison Elie-Thompson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Beyond trauma, I'm also skilled in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
Are you the one everyone counts on, but feel like you are running on empty? You keep going, stay calm in chaos, and carry more than most people know. If you are a first responder, veteran, healthcare worker, or high-stress professional, you have likely learned to put your own needs last. Underneath the strength, you may feel anxious, numb, disconnected, or burned out. Therapy gives you space to slow down, process what you have been carrying, and start healing in a way that works for you.
Beyond trauma, I'm also skilled in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
Are you the one everyone counts on, but feel like you are running on empty? You keep going, stay calm in chaos, and carry more than most people know. If you are a first responder, veteran, healthcare worker, or high-stress professional, you have likely learned to put your own needs last. Underneath the strength, you may feel anxious, numb, disconnected, or burned out. Therapy gives you space to slow down, process what you have been carrying, and start healing in a way that works for you.
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Experiencing abuse from a partner can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and trapped.
I offer a client centered approach where you guide each session and decide when to come for support. During sessions, I provide feedback that highlights your strengths and validates your experiences. Together, we work towards creating practical next steps tailored to your goals. Evening/late appointments are available.
Experiencing abuse from a partner can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and trapped.
I offer a client centered approach where you guide each session and decide when to come for support. During sessions, I provide feedback that highlights your strengths and validates your experiences. Together, we work towards creating practical next steps tailored to your goals. Evening/late appointments are available.
Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living.
Therapy with me isn’t about avoiding hard conversations or staying stuck in the same patterns. While our work moves at a pace that respects your readiness, I will challenge you when avoidance, fear, or old survival strategies are keeping you stuck.
Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living.
Therapy with me isn’t about avoiding hard conversations or staying stuck in the same patterns. While our work moves at a pace that respects your readiness, I will challenge you when avoidance, fear, or old survival strategies are keeping you stuck.
Are you navigating a life transition, experiencing family or relationship conflict, or coping with the lasting effects of trauma or abuse?
Drawing on my experience in a domestic abuse shelter, my work is grounded in compassion & understanding of trauma’s impact. Together, we explore your experiences & gently reframe life narratives to support healing & growth. I use evidence-based tools like CBT and mindfulness, while regarding the whole person & systemic influences, in a safe, affirming space.
Are you navigating a life transition, experiencing family or relationship conflict, or coping with the lasting effects of trauma or abuse?
Drawing on my experience in a domestic abuse shelter, my work is grounded in compassion & understanding of trauma’s impact. Together, we explore your experiences & gently reframe life narratives to support healing & growth. I use evidence-based tools like CBT and mindfulness, while regarding the whole person & systemic influences, in a safe, affirming space.
The focused specialty is Temperament, Pre-Marital, Marriage, Domestic Abuse, Family Conflict, Individual Counseling, Women Issues, and Teen Counseling.
My desire as a Christian Counselor is to assist others in becoming all they were created to be in this life. Specializing in Temperament Counseling and assisting you on your journey of healing through therapeutic temperament therapy is vitally important to me. Using this method each individual is provided with constructive means of dealing with difficult issues by grasping a concept of who they are and how to improve in areas of life by setting goals. Constructive support is provided to assist in meeting these goals without being harmful to themselves or others. I am available to meet with you online in a safe environment.
The focused specialty is Temperament, Pre-Marital, Marriage, Domestic Abuse, Family Conflict, Individual Counseling, Women Issues, and Teen Counseling.
My desire as a Christian Counselor is to assist others in becoming all they were created to be in this life. Specializing in Temperament Counseling and assisting you on your journey of healing through therapeutic temperament therapy is vitally important to me. Using this method each individual is provided with constructive means of dealing with difficult issues by grasping a concept of who they are and how to improve in areas of life by setting goals. Constructive support is provided to assist in meeting these goals without being harmful to themselves or others. I am available to meet with you online in a safe environment.
My primary areas of interest are: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, stress management, career development, and recovery from emotional and/or narcissistic abuse.
Are you struggling with the pressure of managing a career and young family; trying to cope with anxiety or depression; facing relationship challenges; learning to manage difficult emotions; or trying to adjust to a life transition like marriage, divorce, or becoming a parent? If you are fighting any of these battles, or even another not named here - you do not have to do it alone. You and I can work together to get through what you are dealing with, and I can teach you strategies to manage these and other challenges that might come your way. Read a little further to learn about how we’ll do this.
My primary areas of interest are: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, stress management, career development, and recovery from emotional and/or narcissistic abuse.
Are you struggling with the pressure of managing a career and young family; trying to cope with anxiety or depression; facing relationship challenges; learning to manage difficult emotions; or trying to adjust to a life transition like marriage, divorce, or becoming a parent? If you are fighting any of these battles, or even another not named here - you do not have to do it alone. You and I can work together to get through what you are dealing with, and I can teach you strategies to manage these and other challenges that might come your way. Read a little further to learn about how we’ll do this.
Have you been a victim or worry about your children?
Having been over 40 years in clinical practice, I have developed a strong commitment to helping those who suffer. I provide supportive counseling, psycho-education and empowerment so that you will be able to take steps towards healing and positive growth. I also have provided support groups, child counseling and parent consultation.
Have you been a victim or worry about your children?
Having been over 40 years in clinical practice, I have developed a strong commitment to helping those who suffer. I provide supportive counseling, psycho-education and empowerment so that you will be able to take steps towards healing and positive growth. I also have provided support groups, child counseling and parent consultation.
Iraina 'liz' Briganty-Vidal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, RPT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensively worked with survivors of physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
As a bilingual therapist and founder of Healing Corazon Therapy and Consulting, I am dedicated to creating a safe space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I hold a Master’s in Social Work and bring over a decade of experience working with clients particularly those navigating the impact of trauma. I offer services in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility and cultural attunement. In addition to my clinical work, I provide trainings of various topics and clinical supervision. I am both approved by the Maryland Social Work and Professional Counseling Board.
I have extensively worked with survivors of physical, emotional and sexual abuse.
As a bilingual therapist and founder of Healing Corazon Therapy and Consulting, I am dedicated to creating a safe space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I hold a Master’s in Social Work and bring over a decade of experience working with clients particularly those navigating the impact of trauma. I offer services in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility and cultural attunement. In addition to my clinical work, I provide trainings of various topics and clinical supervision. I am both approved by the Maryland Social Work and Professional Counseling Board.
I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.
I have an eclectic background with a primary focus on treatment of trauma and sex addiction. I believe your therapist should challenge you to push past your comfort zone in a safe and trusting environment. I can teach you the skills you need to explore your emotions without being overwhelmed as you work toward creating real and lasting change in your life.
· Marginalized people who want to increase self-worth, self-esteem, and self-empowerment
· Women of color, indigenous populations, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community
· Survivors of trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and harassment
· People living with medical conditions, grief and loss, ambiguous loss, and intergenerational trauma
I am a black, queer, cis woman who is passionate about working with the queer and BIPOC community through an intersectional lens to explore, process, and heal trauma.
I am a body neutral, harm reduction-focused, sex positive therapist. I approach therapy from a compassionate and nonjudgmental space that creates a trauma-informed, intersectional, and exploratory environment for clients dealing with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, and feelings of ambiguous grief and loss.
I am licensed in MD, VA, and DC.
· Marginalized people who want to increase self-worth, self-esteem, and self-empowerment
· Women of color, indigenous populations, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community
· Survivors of trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, and harassment
· People living with medical conditions, grief and loss, ambiguous loss, and intergenerational trauma
I am a black, queer, cis woman who is passionate about working with the queer and BIPOC community through an intersectional lens to explore, process, and heal trauma.
I am a body neutral, harm reduction-focused, sex positive therapist. I approach therapy from a compassionate and nonjudgmental space that creates a trauma-informed, intersectional, and exploratory environment for clients dealing with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, and feelings of ambiguous grief and loss.
I am licensed in MD, VA, and DC.
When you’ve survived childhood abuse, life can feel like constant survival rather than living.
My years of therapy experience with Domestic Abuse & Violence Survivors, Anxiety disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Trauma Aftermath only increases my desire to help others discover their strengths and find empowerment. Clients are the experts on themselves, and sometimes we need a little extra help and guidance!
When you’ve survived childhood abuse, life can feel like constant survival rather than living.
My years of therapy experience with Domestic Abuse & Violence Survivors, Anxiety disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Trauma Aftermath only increases my desire to help others discover their strengths and find empowerment. Clients are the experts on themselves, and sometimes we need a little extra help and guidance!
My virtual practice hours continue on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays Fri 9 AM - 3PM ET, Fridays 9 am - 12 Noon ET.
Is the story you tell yourself about yourself hopeful? Energizing? Complete? Are you interested in understanding more about what influences your decisions, your strengths, your challenges? Your options? Life always has its ups and downs - but you do not have to navigate alone.
I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
My virtual practice hours continue on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays Fri 9 AM - 3PM ET, Fridays 9 am - 12 Noon ET.
Is the story you tell yourself about yourself hopeful? Energizing? Complete? Are you interested in understanding more about what influences your decisions, your strengths, your challenges? Your options? Life always has its ups and downs - but you do not have to navigate alone.
I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
I treat adults (18 and up) and have a background in domestic violence and often help victims in emotional and physical abuse cases.
I specialize in Betrayal Trauma and helping individuals establish Healthy Relationships. I help clients realize what they have control over in their lives. I am a goal oriented therapist and work with the client to take baby steps to reach their goals. I also work with gay,lesbian and transgender individuals.(LBGTQ)
I treat adults (18 and up) and have a background in domestic violence and often help victims in emotional and physical abuse cases.
I specialize in Betrayal Trauma and helping individuals establish Healthy Relationships. I help clients realize what they have control over in their lives. I am a goal oriented therapist and work with the client to take baby steps to reach their goals. I also work with gay,lesbian and transgender individuals.(LBGTQ)
As a licensed psychotherapist in private practice, I work with women and men who are experiencing a range of psychosocial issues. I use my expertise in psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as creative nonverbal interventions, body mind therapies, movement psychotherapy, EMDR and hypnosis to guide and support my clients in their pursuit of healing, empowerment and wholeness.
As a licensed psychotherapist in private practice, I work with women and men who are experiencing a range of psychosocial issues. I use my expertise in psychodynamic psychotherapy as well as creative nonverbal interventions, body mind therapies, movement psychotherapy, EMDR and hypnosis to guide and support my clients in their pursuit of healing, empowerment and wholeness.
My specialties include abuse, sexual assault, and medical and healthcare trauma, and my role is to help you find “aha moments,” flashes of realization that what you already know can change your overall and daily life.
Openings & sliding fee available - Relationships with ourselves, our bodies, and with others may be complex, nuanced, and hard to explain. We may keep parts of us private and avoid invalidation. We may even feel like loving relationships are hard to come by. At times, our minds may be playing familiar tunes: I’m unlovable, I cause problems, I don’t matter, I can’t trust others/myself, or I’m not enough. Even with validation, change may feel elusive. Therapy can lead to hope and sustainable transformation. It can help with changing patterns, boundaries, self-compassion, ending power struggles, trust, and reimagining the future.
My specialties include abuse, sexual assault, and medical and healthcare trauma, and my role is to help you find “aha moments,” flashes of realization that what you already know can change your overall and daily life.
Openings & sliding fee available - Relationships with ourselves, our bodies, and with others may be complex, nuanced, and hard to explain. We may keep parts of us private and avoid invalidation. We may even feel like loving relationships are hard to come by. At times, our minds may be playing familiar tunes: I’m unlovable, I cause problems, I don’t matter, I can’t trust others/myself, or I’m not enough. Even with validation, change may feel elusive. Therapy can lead to hope and sustainable transformation. It can help with changing patterns, boundaries, self-compassion, ending power struggles, trust, and reimagining the future.
Trauma can leave you feeling defeated and disconnected from yourself and others. You want to keep everything from falling apart but it's getting harder and harder. Family and friends tell you to "be strong", but you're not sure if that's possible. Emotions are more intense than they've ever been and you're feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, scared, anxious and frustrated. You desperately want to share your feelings but fear no one will understand; you're feeling isolated and alone. Does this sound familiar?
Trauma can leave you feeling defeated and disconnected from yourself and others. You want to keep everything from falling apart but it's getting harder and harder. Family and friends tell you to "be strong", but you're not sure if that's possible. Emotions are more intense than they've ever been and you're feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, scared, anxious and frustrated. You desperately want to share your feelings but fear no one will understand; you're feeling isolated and alone. Does this sound familiar?
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.