Parenting Therapists in Woodlawn, MD
The Renaissance Center believes sometimes all it takes is knowing someone cares. We care about your mental health and well being. We are committed to serving individuals, families, couples, children, seniors and all demographics. Our staff of licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers and graduate interns are here for you.
The Renaissance Center believes sometimes all it takes is knowing someone cares. We care about your mental health and well being. We are committed to serving individuals, families, couples, children, seniors and all demographics. Our staff of licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers and graduate interns are here for you.
I enjoy working with clients who know that life can be hard but they can make it through with some help. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, anger management, grief, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open, safe and judgment free environment where my clients thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear. I strive to establish a positive rapport with my clients that creat an atmosphere of growth, understanding and change. I encourage my clients to embrace their authentic selves and build the strength within themselves that is necessary to promote positive change l.
I enjoy working with clients who know that life can be hard but they can make it through with some help. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, adjustment issues, anger management, grief, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open, safe and judgment free environment where my clients thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear. I strive to establish a positive rapport with my clients that creat an atmosphere of growth, understanding and change. I encourage my clients to embrace their authentic selves and build the strength within themselves that is necessary to promote positive change l.
I am Candice Epps, MSW, LCSW-C, a licensed clinical social worker and one of the founders of Renewed Purpose Wellness Services, where I provide holistic, client-centered therapy designed to support healing of the mind, body, and spirit. I am a graduate of Morgan State University, where I earned my Master of Social Work, and I bring over a decade of experience in the mental health field working with individuals navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.
I am Candice Epps, MSW, LCSW-C, a licensed clinical social worker and one of the founders of Renewed Purpose Wellness Services, where I provide holistic, client-centered therapy designed to support healing of the mind, body, and spirit. I am a graduate of Morgan State University, where I earned my Master of Social Work, and I bring over a decade of experience in the mental health field working with individuals navigating trauma, life transitions, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.
Optimal Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-S, LCADAS, CAC-AD, C-DBT
Woodlawn, MD 21207
Welcome, and thank you for taking the time to review my page. My love of helping people began as a young child. I have always been the "go-to" person when family and friends need an ear to listen. As I grew older, my life experiences inspired me to work in the human services field. Upon graduating from college and post-secondary higher education, my passion has been to empower my clients to heal and recover from their past trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and substance abuse. My practice is located in the Central Maryland area currently servicing clients via telehealth and in-person
Welcome, and thank you for taking the time to review my page. My love of helping people began as a young child. I have always been the "go-to" person when family and friends need an ear to listen. As I grew older, my life experiences inspired me to work in the human services field. Upon graduating from college and post-secondary higher education, my passion has been to empower my clients to heal and recover from their past trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and substance abuse. My practice is located in the Central Maryland area currently servicing clients via telehealth and in-person
Everyone struggles with mental health and relationship challenges—but how you experience them is uniquely yours. Therapy is where we lighten that load and turn those struggles into opportunities for growth and healing. I provide a space for this exploration, one where you can get personal and vulnerable, laugh and cry, sometimes even curse and yell, and also informational and straight to the point. Together, we would do this by building trust and learning how our body-mind connection impacts our mental health.
Everyone struggles with mental health and relationship challenges—but how you experience them is uniquely yours. Therapy is where we lighten that load and turn those struggles into opportunities for growth and healing. I provide a space for this exploration, one where you can get personal and vulnerable, laugh and cry, sometimes even curse and yell, and also informational and straight to the point. Together, we would do this by building trust and learning how our body-mind connection impacts our mental health.
Finding the right psychotherapist can be challenging. It may be uncomfortable to schedule an initial session without obtaining a sense of what the therapist is like. Please feel free to contact me for any questions you may have about this process or psychotherapy in general.
I'd be delighted to help.
I'm formally trained in Individual and Couples Psychotherapy, Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment, and Behavioral Medicine (Mind-Body).
Psychotherapeutic treatment of disorders related to Anxiety (including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic, Phobias) Depression, Trauma, and Substance Abuse.
Specific emphasis in couples and issues related to intimacy. Trained in Divorce Mediation.
Finding the right psychotherapist can be challenging. It may be uncomfortable to schedule an initial session without obtaining a sense of what the therapist is like. Please feel free to contact me for any questions you may have about this process or psychotherapy in general.
I'd be delighted to help.
I'm formally trained in Individual and Couples Psychotherapy, Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment, and Behavioral Medicine (Mind-Body).
Psychotherapeutic treatment of disorders related to Anxiety (including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic, Phobias) Depression, Trauma, and Substance Abuse.
Specific emphasis in couples and issues related to intimacy. Trained in Divorce Mediation.
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You're the most competent person in nearly every room you enter. You anticipate problems before they happen, smooth over conflicts, and make everything look effortless. You're brilliant at reading rooms and managing emotions—everyone's but your own. And you're completely exhausted.
The anxiety won't quit. You overthink every decision, say yes when you mean no, and intellectualize problems that require feeling, not thinking. You're the one everyone relies on, but you have no idea how to ask for help.
You know something has to change, but where do you start?
You're the most competent person in nearly every room you enter. You anticipate problems before they happen, smooth over conflicts, and make everything look effortless. You're brilliant at reading rooms and managing emotions—everyone's but your own. And you're completely exhausted.
The anxiety won't quit. You overthink every decision, say yes when you mean no, and intellectualize problems that require feeling, not thinking. You're the one everyone relies on, but you have no idea how to ask for help.
You know something has to change, but where do you start?
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.
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.
I address issues including problematical attachment with parents and/or caregivers, negative self-image, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, oppositionality, poor communication and social skills, acting out behaviors, sibling problems, and difficulties in school.
I utilize play/expressive therapy and sandtray to enable children to express and work through their inner dynamics; teach mindfulness to increase regulation; work with feelings and sensations in the mind and body to help develop self-awareness and release and integrate distressing thoughts and emotions; and use EMDR.
I address issues including problematical attachment with parents and/or caregivers, negative self-image, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, oppositionality, poor communication and social skills, acting out behaviors, sibling problems, and difficulties in school.
I utilize play/expressive therapy and sandtray to enable children to express and work through their inner dynamics; teach mindfulness to increase regulation; work with feelings and sensations in the mind and body to help develop self-awareness and release and integrate distressing thoughts and emotions; and use EMDR.
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.
Whether you are a soon-to-be parent, a new parent, a new-again parent, a hopeful parent, a grieving parent, or a stressed parent navigating any life stage - you are not alone.
Feeling safe and understood is imperative in the therapy process, so I strive to create an easy-going, relatable, non-judgmental, and at times humorous, environment for you to show up authentically to address your concerns. Together we will help you find more balance, satisfaction, fulfillment, and peace to ultimately feel more like YOU again.
Whether you are a soon-to-be parent, a new parent, a new-again parent, a hopeful parent, a grieving parent, or a stressed parent navigating any life stage - you are not alone.
Feeling safe and understood is imperative in the therapy process, so I strive to create an easy-going, relatable, non-judgmental, and at times humorous, environment for you to show up authentically to address your concerns. Together we will help you find more balance, satisfaction, fulfillment, and peace to ultimately feel more like YOU again.
Do you have concerns about your child's or adolescent's behavior or their relationships at home or at school? Are you struggling to cope with college, work, or family life; illness; transitions; grief or loss? Are you seeking a therapist who recognizes the connection between body, mind, and spirit?
Do you have concerns about your child's or adolescent's behavior or their relationships at home or at school? Are you struggling to cope with college, work, or family life; illness; transitions; grief or loss? Are you seeking a therapist who recognizes the connection between body, mind, and spirit?
Karey Skinner-Steiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MS, LCSW-C, RPT tm
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or emotionally stuck? I want to hear your story and assist you in your journey towards healing. Currently I am providing therapy to children (4 years and older), adolescents, and adults.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or emotionally stuck? I want to hear your story and assist you in your journey towards healing. Currently I am providing therapy to children (4 years and older), adolescents, and adults.
Perhaps you feel upset about current life challenges, are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern-day parenting or family life, or are feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career or life in general.
I draw mostly from cognitive-behavioral principles and teach specific and effective skills to help clients understand and manage the psychological and behavioral factors that influence their mental health and well-being. I also have a background in behavioral medicine, so I integrate aspects such as mindfulness, sleep hygiene, stress management into my sessions.
Perhaps you feel upset about current life challenges, are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern-day parenting or family life, or are feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career or life in general.
I draw mostly from cognitive-behavioral principles and teach specific and effective skills to help clients understand and manage the psychological and behavioral factors that influence their mental health and well-being. I also have a background in behavioral medicine, so I integrate aspects such as mindfulness, sleep hygiene, stress management into my sessions.
Batsheva (Beth) Hartstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21208
In conjunction with play therapy I engage parents in parenting skills as well to help them understand and engage with their child more effectively, bringing the skills from session into their home which is crucial in maintaining the work done in sessions.
Play therapy is my passion! As a registered play therapist, I conduct therapy using play to facilitate growth, change, communication, and work through a variety of issues using play techniques. Additionally, I work as a trainer sharing my knowledge and excitement of the incredible work that can be done using play!
In conjunction with play therapy I engage parents in parenting skills as well to help them understand and engage with their child more effectively, bringing the skills from session into their home which is crucial in maintaining the work done in sessions.
Play therapy is my passion! As a registered play therapist, I conduct therapy using play to facilitate growth, change, communication, and work through a variety of issues using play techniques. Additionally, I work as a trainer sharing my knowledge and excitement of the incredible work that can be done using play!
Parenting is tough.
Whether you choose individual or couple counseling, parent education, or family therapy, you'll feel supported by me. Clients describe me as warm, caring & empathetic. They learn to recognize & celebrate their strengths. They heal, get unstuck, & move forward. They improve the relationship they have with themselves and others.
Parenting is tough.
Whether you choose individual or couple counseling, parent education, or family therapy, you'll feel supported by me. Clients describe me as warm, caring & empathetic. They learn to recognize & celebrate their strengths. They heal, get unstuck, & move forward. They improve the relationship they have with themselves and others.
As a parent myself, I enjoy working with clients transitioning to parenthood, including fertility patients.
I believe that the foundation of successful therapeutic work is forming strong, collaborative relationships with my clients. This emphasis is essential when tackling complex problems and stressors. I join with clients to heal from trauma, build emotional skills and resilience, and gain insight into relationships and events, both past and present. I challenge clients to integrate skills gained in sessions into their daily lives and we review progress and adjust the clinical approach as needed.
As a parent myself, I enjoy working with clients transitioning to parenthood, including fertility patients.
I believe that the foundation of successful therapeutic work is forming strong, collaborative relationships with my clients. This emphasis is essential when tackling complex problems and stressors. I join with clients to heal from trauma, build emotional skills and resilience, and gain insight into relationships and events, both past and present. I challenge clients to integrate skills gained in sessions into their daily lives and we review progress and adjust the clinical approach as needed.
I also have a passion for helping parents better understand and connect with their children to transform and enhance the parent-child relationship.
I am Trauma Informed and use modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in my work with children and adults. I am an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist as well as a Certified Child Centered Play Therapist and Sand Tray Therapist. I offer parenting coaching to parents of children of all ages.
I also have a passion for helping parents better understand and connect with their children to transform and enhance the parent-child relationship.
I am Trauma Informed and use modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in my work with children and adults. I am an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist as well as a Certified Child Centered Play Therapist and Sand Tray Therapist. I offer parenting coaching to parents of children of all ages.
Life is hard, and the journey is worth taking. I am here to help you with specific goals you want to reach, challenges you want to overcome, experiences you want to process, and changes you want to make. I have been working in the mental health field since 2015, and I have supported hundreds of individuals on their journeys.
Life is hard, and the journey is worth taking. I am here to help you with specific goals you want to reach, challenges you want to overcome, experiences you want to process, and changes you want to make. I have been working in the mental health field since 2015, and I have supported hundreds of individuals on their journeys.
I am certified in two evidenced-based programs, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Child- Parent Psychotherapy.
I aim to provide a safe, respectful, nonjudgmental environment for children, adolescents, and adults as they share their stories and gain insight into their current needs and challenges. I have a strong clinical background in providing services to those struggling with trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders.
I am certified in two evidenced-based programs, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Child- Parent Psychotherapy.
I aim to provide a safe, respectful, nonjudgmental environment for children, adolescents, and adults as they share their stories and gain insight into their current needs and challenges. I have a strong clinical background in providing services to those struggling with trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.