Teen Therapists in Towson, MD

Transitioning through new stages of life like; college, entering the workforce, and adulthood are filled with stress, doubt, and lots of questions. Sometimes we get overwhelmed by the weight of it all and need a little support along the way. Therapy is a safe space to explore what is getting in the way of you being the healthiest and strongest version of yourself. I believe that all people have the capacity for effective change and honest self-love.

Ms. Jacobs has experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Ms. Jacobs has worked with individuals in group and individual settings. She utilizes Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in achieving their therapeutic goals. Ms. Jacobs is a firm believer that you do not have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great. So, let’s start today

Falisha earned her Masters degree at University of Maryland School of Social Work and has worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, inpatient treatment and private practice.

I am open and non-judgmental and have experience working with adults struggling with symptoms of mood disorders and life transitions. I specialize in helping individuals to develop healthy coping skills in order to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.

You never learned how to set healthy boundaries, which has led to people-pleasing behavior, low self-esteem and difficulty having your needs met in relationships. Maybe you've coped with painful feelings with food, drugs or bad relationships. You deserve to be valued for who you are and not what you do for others. The opportunity to show up in your life as your true self can feel both exciting and terrifying. I offer a warm, safe environment to process painful feelings that may arise during this process. Together we can learn new ways to cope that will help you build a life that feels true to you.

I believe that the journey through growth in therapy is unique to every person. I work with those that are seeking assistance through life transitions, are processing intense emotions, need space with an unbiased support, or are looking for ways to invoke mindfulness and expression. Our paths in life frequently change, along with our perceptions and experiences. Starting therapy can be intimidating, and I am here to walk this path with you. Together we will explore obstacles and what makes us who we are to provide the power to change.

You made your own meals, applied to school solo, and left home as soon as you could. You survived relentless drama growing up. No longer reliant on the unreliable your life is solid now yet, you are struggling with anxiety and depression. Years ago you found parent surrogates, mostly guys that were no good for you except they gave you attention. Your choices in partners/company made it clear you believed every negative thing you were told. You are still paying for those young choices. Relationships with 'good people' feel complicated. You learned to trust others with nothing and always have a backup.

Congratulations on taking the first step to building a better life. As a Licensed Therapist, I compassionately counsel adults, teens, and families and help them lead a more engaged and meaningful life. I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral concerns, life transitions and productivity issues. Utilizing a very collaborative and interactive style, I empower my clients to uncover their authenticity while building new strengths and skills. I can help you make space in your life for more enjoyment, productivity and meaning.

Life today is difficult with all the demands placed on us by our family, work and our own need to achieve. Add to this the emotional stress of family conflict, divorce, defiant children, an illness or death in the family, and you begin to understand why more and more people are seeking the help of mental health professionals.

“It wasn’t that bad. I should get over it.” Does that sound familiar? Many people shame themselves for being hurt by the past. Shame doesn’t stop the suffering, regardless of what caused that pain. I am a therapist committed to helping people overcome stressful or traumatic experiences so that they can live better lives. Working with me involves finding the root of the problem, like when your inner critic first took hold, and weeding it out. I primarily use EMDR for this, which allows people to process the trauma without having to give details about it.

At the Rowan Center for Behavioral Medicine, we help people reach their full potential by transforming their healthcare experience. We use evidence-based psychological practices and partner with other health professionals for seamless and integrated care. Our clinical psychologists provide therapy for concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress-management, relationship problems, and phase-of-life issues. In addition, we specialize in health and rehabilitation psychology, providing assistance to patients with medical illnesses and disabilities and sensorimotor psychotherapy, providing trauma-informed, somatic, “body-based” therapy.

I believe in being genuine and supportive with all of my clients so as to create a safe, empathic, and accepting therapeutic environment. I strive to build a strong, nonjudgemental, and respectful therapeutic relationship to encourage progress. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and have experience in hospital and outpatient settings specializing in working with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self esteem, peer/family conflicts, relational difficulties, ADHD and behavioral issues.

Guided Hope Counseling is dedicated to providing exceptional quality and highly accessible trauma-informed outpatient mental health care. At Guided Hope, we have therapists who specialize in the treatment of mental health issues such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Trauma, and more. Guided Hope also offers support and solutions for families working on marital issues, peaceful co-parenting, blended families, managing challenging behaviors in children, and supporting loved ones through challenging life transitions. We support all varieties of families and are sensitive to the needs of the LGBTQ community.

Marielle is a skilled clinician with experience working with clients ranging from childhood to late adulthood. She has experience in school and inpatient settings seeing clients with a wide range of mental health diagnoses and a wide range of struggles including difficulty regulating their emotions, stress and anxiety symptoms, and difficulty within interpersonal relationships. Marielle's goal, whether in individual, family, or group counseling, is to help clients learn coping skills and increase use of them in order to improve their capacity to endure life stressors.

My clients are individuals of all ages, including children and their parent(s). I specialize in working with school-aged children, adolescents, teens, and young adults and their varied needs and challenges. I am skilled in helping with anxiety, grief and loss, social skills, stress, depression, and life transitions. Whether you are looking for short term or longer term counseling, I will help you achieve your desired outcomes. I work through a strength- based lens, and you will come to see yourself as I do: an individual with many options for change, self-discovery and hope as you take steps forward and activate your goals.

COUPLES-"Being in relationship is an important part of each of our lives." Are you experiencing difficulty right now, feeling disconnected and hopeless in your relationship? I work with couples teaching new ways to communicate and connect leading to a sense of fulfillment and intimacy in the relationship.I help to build stronger, healthier relationships for deeper levels of communication and friendship. INDIVIDUALS- I offer effective counseling treatment for anxiety, depression and feelings of loneliness. I provide a safe environment to look at your options. Benefits of therapy can help you feel less stressed and have more energy.

You are valuable, important and worthy! You found the right one, I am here to help you on your journey of healing yourself from the inside, out! Contact me to support and assist you to becoming your highest self!