Female Therapists in Towson, MD

Congratulations on your decision to seek therapy. You have made a valuable decision to honor your inner needs and feelings. It is my belief that all individuals have a desire to live a meaningful and purposeful life, yet sometimes become "stuck" in unhealthy ways of thinking about themselves and their circumstances. My approach involves the integration of Afrocentric practices, Mindfulness-based practices, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You know yourself best. So, therapy is viewed as a collaborative process where the client and I work together to discover solutions to life's challenges.

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 therapy allows us to process life experiences and develop useful strategies to support growth. I work collaboratively and help clients use their own strengths and supports to heal, cultivate meaningful relationships, and develop emotional balance and self-awareness. I use a trauma-informed and attachment focused perspective along with EMDR, body-centered psychotherapy, parts work, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and expressive art techniques. I work with adults and youth who are experiencing challenges related to anxiety, childhood and recent trauma, relationship concerns, life-transitions, self esteem, and dissociation.

In life we often face challenges we didn't plan for, therapy can provide the tools and support you are needing to thrive. I primarily practice from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and include Interpersonal Therapy. I have a strong interest in supporting women during their journey of motherhood, whether that be infertility (loss/grief), pregnancy, postpartum and parenting. I have over 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, interpersonal conflict/unhealthy relationships, and life transitions.

I enjoy working with men and women who are struggling with depression or anxiety and those desiring to work through life transitions or relational dynamics. I work specifically with women experiencing challenges in the postpartum period. I have a passion for working with couples to establish healthy marriages where spouses feel valued, heard, and understood by one another. As a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator I also enjoy working with couples in the pre-marital stage looking to establish a strong foundation. In order to attend to a client's overall wellbeing I often integrate my training in health, wellness and nutrition.

I have had the privilege of having a thriving private practice for the past 24 years supporting individuals and families as they navigate life's challenges. I foster authentic, trusting relationships with clients to develop a personalized treatment plan and therapeutic approach to achieve the goals of the individual. I commit to providing clients a confidential, supportive and non judgmental environment to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors, working in a solution focused manner towards attainable goals generated by you.

It is deeply discouraging when you try to change painful feelings, behaviors or life situations and you can't. If this is your experience, I am available to help restore your hope and confidence. As a psychologist, I combine years of training and experience providing researched treatments with warmth, intuition and a belief in the power of the human spirit to create a better life. I am continually inspired by my clients when they work hard to achieve their therapeutic goals and they discover their personal strengths.

One 8:00 AM Opening Available. “There is a tendency to underestimate how intensely distressing and disabling loss usually is and for how long the distress, and often the disablement, commonly lasts…There is a tendency to suppose that a normal healthy person can and should get over a bereavement not only fairly rapidly but also completely. But, loss of a loved person is one of the most intensely painful experiences any human being can suffer.” John Bowlby, Loss, Sadness, and Depression

“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.

Are you going through a transition personally or professionally that has left you feeling stressed, confused and out of balance? If you are dealing with issues in your relationships at work or at home, we can work through them together. Couples and families who are being challenged by everyday life stressors as well as life changing events may find solace in working with me. I have completed the Levels I and II Gottman Training for Couples, and I am in the process of becoming an Imago Couples Therapist. I am also a certified grief and trauma specialist. I offer group therapy for fathers, wives and women over 40.

Do you feel like you are struggling to understand your child? Perhaps your child is struggling at home, school, or other social environments? I specialize in helping children find their voice to effectively communicate and help bridge the parent child relationship. Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual and can often become overwhelming. Through our work together I can help build the confidence needed to navigate the difficult situations often faced by both children and parents today. I connect with children by using play therapy, expressive arts, and other developmentally appropriate interventions.

Now accepting new clients for in person and telehealth sessions. Therapy can help you make sense of the past and present, help you improve relationships, manage stress, and learn new ways to cope with the tough things that life may hand you. A supportive therapy relationship can help you look inward, gain strength, and begin the process of healing. I consider myself warm and non-judgmental, but also bring direct communication into the therapy space. You need a safe place to unburden yourself and I would like to offer you the healing environment you seek to begin your journey of change.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or sad, know that reaching out for help is the first step towards healing. I understand that stressors and transitions can easily become overwhelming, and I can help you address the anxiety and negativity brought on during challenging times. My training in trauma, grief & loss, cultural diversity and spirituality provides me with tools to help you explore what may be compounding or affecting your difficulties. I have particular interest in helping women address unique challenges complicated by societal expectations, multiple roles, and life cycle changes.

Have you been trying to resolve personal issues, in relationships, with change, sadness, fear, anger, anxiety, can't cope? I may be able to help. I have been an art psychotherapist for over 30 years. I've had experiences with patients in psychiatric hospitals and 12 years with active duty & veteran men and women . I work with adults individually and in groups focused on improving emotional expression, mood regulation, somatic awareness, creativity, coping and social skills in an open studio setting. Art has been known to enhance talk therapy. No art experience is necessary to obtain the benefits of art psychotherapy.