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Michalah Hodson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
I use a variety of treatment modalities including talk therapy, narrative therapy, expressive arts, cognitive behavioral therapy and more.
I enjoy working with clients to overcome struggles associated with depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, eating disorders, and behavioral issues. My clients consistently report increased connection, emotional awareness and acceptance, clarity, and hopefulness for change through our meetings. I like to work collaboratively with my clients to set goals and identify solutions based on their unique needs.
I use a variety of treatment modalities including talk therapy, narrative therapy, expressive arts, cognitive behavioral therapy and more.
I enjoy working with clients to overcome struggles associated with depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, eating disorders, and behavioral issues. My clients consistently report increased connection, emotional awareness and acceptance, clarity, and hopefulness for change through our meetings. I like to work collaboratively with my clients to set goals and identify solutions based on their unique needs.
(301) 450-7845 View (301) 450-7845
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Mindful Peace Therapy Group
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Your Well-Being is our priority at Mindful Peace Therapy. We provide a warm and affirming therapeutic approach. Our goal is to help you develop self-understanding where you can identify barriers, adopt healthy living choices, and behaviors that are congruent with the peace you hope to achieve. At Mindful Peace Therapy we strive for clients to enjoy life, feel more confident, improve relationships, find peace and ultimately live your best life on purpose!
Your Well-Being is our priority at Mindful Peace Therapy. We provide a warm and affirming therapeutic approach. Our goal is to help you develop self-understanding where you can identify barriers, adopt healthy living choices, and behaviors that are congruent with the peace you hope to achieve. At Mindful Peace Therapy we strive for clients to enjoy life, feel more confident, improve relationships, find peace and ultimately live your best life on purpose!
(301) 701-3935 View (301) 701-3935
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Ebony Griffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
(301) 307-5513 View (301) 307-5513
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Letizia Fariss
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LGPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
When people experience trauma or other life stressors, they usually feel like they are losing control. As a Christ-centered counselor, Letizia humbly believes in providing Spirit-guided therapy, meaning that she will allow Christ, through the Holy Spirit, to guide her as she provides counseling for her clients. Rather than approaching counseling as a list of tasks that need to be checked off, Letizia focuses on the whole person in everything she does. Letizia uses an eclectic approach to counseling and can incorporate many different orientations to best suit the needs of a client.
When people experience trauma or other life stressors, they usually feel like they are losing control. As a Christ-centered counselor, Letizia humbly believes in providing Spirit-guided therapy, meaning that she will allow Christ, through the Holy Spirit, to guide her as she provides counseling for her clients. Rather than approaching counseling as a list of tasks that need to be checked off, Letizia focuses on the whole person in everything she does. Letizia uses an eclectic approach to counseling and can incorporate many different orientations to best suit the needs of a client.
(571) 380-8062 View (571) 380-8062
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Lauren Ruest
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774  (Online Only)
Do you feel overpowered by your emotions? Do you have a hard time communicating to others how you feel? You are not alone. I know from my years of experience working in mental health that we all have the power to make changes in our lives.
Do you feel overpowered by your emotions? Do you have a hard time communicating to others how you feel? You are not alone. I know from my years of experience working in mental health that we all have the power to make changes in our lives.
(240) 563-0832 View (240) 563-0832
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Melissa Stephenson
MHS-C, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
"I Believe In Life On Life Terms" that mainly entailed the provision of counseling services to consumers of various ages in the homes/community reporting a history of trauma, abuse, economic poverty, homeless, lack of adult guidance, substance use that precipitated unhealthy learned behaviors to survive. The consumer’s needs were individualized based on the uniqueness of each personality and life dynamics. Within the therapeutic process and environment, the need was a genuine, safe environment of emotional support and acceptance towards desired changes.
"I Believe In Life On Life Terms" that mainly entailed the provision of counseling services to consumers of various ages in the homes/community reporting a history of trauma, abuse, economic poverty, homeless, lack of adult guidance, substance use that precipitated unhealthy learned behaviors to survive. The consumer’s needs were individualized based on the uniqueness of each personality and life dynamics. Within the therapeutic process and environment, the need was a genuine, safe environment of emotional support and acceptance towards desired changes.
(240) 201-2966 View (240) 201-2966
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Shari Loveday
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772  (Online Only)
When you and your partner aren’t in sync or communication breaks down, you can be left feeling disconnected and alone. I provide couples therapy that helps you navigate vulnerability, make room for each other, communicate well, and meet one another’s needs.
When you and your partner aren’t in sync or communication breaks down, you can be left feeling disconnected and alone. I provide couples therapy that helps you navigate vulnerability, make room for each other, communicate well, and meet one another’s needs.
(301) 205-5796 View (301) 205-5796
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Leeshe N. Grimes
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LCPC, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Not accepting new clients
We are currently not accepting new patients........ Dr. Grimes professional, educational experiences and training have afforded her opportunities to work with diverse cultural populations to include military, LGBTQ, couples, families, adolescents, children, different faith, and spiritual populations. Dr. Grimes is skilled in helping individuals with life transitions that may cause anxiety, depression or uncertainty. Dr. Grimes connects individuals to resources to better help them with their situation.
We are currently not accepting new patients........ Dr. Grimes professional, educational experiences and training have afforded her opportunities to work with diverse cultural populations to include military, LGBTQ, couples, families, adolescents, children, different faith, and spiritual populations. Dr. Grimes is skilled in helping individuals with life transitions that may cause anxiety, depression or uncertainty. Dr. Grimes connects individuals to resources to better help them with their situation.
(240) 558-6536 View (240) 558-6536
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Lauren N. Jenkins
Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with clients who are dealing with life challenges and transitions, those impacted by depression, anxiety, and mood disorders related to trauma. I also work with couples experiencing relationship distress, and clients experiencing family challenges. Additionally, I specialize in providing therapy to clients who work in the helping professions (healthcare, Corrections, Clergy, Youth & Family services, Mental health services, etc.), who may have been impacted by vicarious trauma, or may be struggling through their own trauma-related challenges while striving to serve and support others.
I specialize in working with clients who are dealing with life challenges and transitions, those impacted by depression, anxiety, and mood disorders related to trauma. I also work with couples experiencing relationship distress, and clients experiencing family challenges. Additionally, I specialize in providing therapy to clients who work in the helping professions (healthcare, Corrections, Clergy, Youth & Family services, Mental health services, etc.), who may have been impacted by vicarious trauma, or may be struggling through their own trauma-related challenges while striving to serve and support others.
(667) 200-2523 View (667) 200-2523

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Adam Wayne Buttrick
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bowie, MD 20716  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an affirming therapist who is very attuned to the individual experience and narrative of every client I work with. I will not ignore your unique struggle, trauma, or journey that has shaped your life. I will help you go deeper to explore identity, pain, longings, fears, beliefs, struggles, resent, and relationships that have affected you in the past and still affect you today. I am open, non-judgemental, accepting, empathetic, and honest. I believe in therapy, that it works, and I will be with you for every step of your healing.
I am an affirming therapist who is very attuned to the individual experience and narrative of every client I work with. I will not ignore your unique struggle, trauma, or journey that has shaped your life. I will help you go deeper to explore identity, pain, longings, fears, beliefs, struggles, resent, and relationships that have affected you in the past and still affect you today. I am open, non-judgemental, accepting, empathetic, and honest. I believe in therapy, that it works, and I will be with you for every step of your healing.
(301) 327-2443 View (301) 327-2443
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Kaleidoscope Wellness and Education Group, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bowie, MD 20716  (Online Only)
Kaleidoscope Wellness and Education Group, LLC (Kaleidoscope) provides mental health services to children, youth and their families with a focus on those who are underserved and marginalized. Kaleidoscope exists to ensure that children and youth, especially those who identify as a member of a minority group, are afforded the tools they need to live abundantly. We help our clients develop strategies and skills that help them combat the difficulties that prevent them functioning optimally day-to-day.
Kaleidoscope Wellness and Education Group, LLC (Kaleidoscope) provides mental health services to children, youth and their families with a focus on those who are underserved and marginalized. Kaleidoscope exists to ensure that children and youth, especially those who identify as a member of a minority group, are afforded the tools they need to live abundantly. We help our clients develop strategies and skills that help them combat the difficulties that prevent them functioning optimally day-to-day.
(301) 895-9612 View (301) 895-9612
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Hopeful Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lanham, MD 20706
Hopeful Counseling believes in having a spiritual foundation along with assisting people reach their highest and fullest desires of their heart. Spiritual faith is an important factor that adds to the overall quality of a person's life, along with exercise. Our approach is holistic and includes family connections and inter-personal relationships.
Hopeful Counseling believes in having a spiritual foundation along with assisting people reach their highest and fullest desires of their heart. Spiritual faith is an important factor that adds to the overall quality of a person's life, along with exercise. Our approach is holistic and includes family connections and inter-personal relationships.
(301) 918-5968 View (301) 918-5968
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Conscientious Coupling: Center for Relationships
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CIRT
Verified Verified
Bowie, MD 20720  (Online Only)
I understand the unique healing path necessary to overcome racial, gender, and sexuality-based oppression because of my own personal and professional experiences navigating these challenge. I know how rewarding it is to invest in your personal growth through therapy that offers a space to be nurtured and challenged. I look forward to getting to know you and finding the right balance to explore what’s possible in your life right now. I love working with individuals, couples and families to help them heal past traumas, become more authentic, and maintain better relationships with the self and others.
I understand the unique healing path necessary to overcome racial, gender, and sexuality-based oppression because of my own personal and professional experiences navigating these challenge. I know how rewarding it is to invest in your personal growth through therapy that offers a space to be nurtured and challenged. I look forward to getting to know you and finding the right balance to explore what’s possible in your life right now. I love working with individuals, couples and families to help them heal past traumas, become more authentic, and maintain better relationships with the self and others.
(888) 410-9396 View (888) 410-9396
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Marilyn Denise Grayned Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Suitland, MD 20746
Marilyn D. Grayned Price, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW is the founder and President of Ms. and Mr. Little Ones, Incorporated. Marilyn's dedication to empowering individuals can best be acknowledged by her extensive background domestically and abroad. She has dedicated over 20 years assisting individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds using evidence-based practices that have led to healthy and sustainable positive outcomes. Marilyn is a servant to the community and believes paying it forward is the way to empower individuals and families to obtain their highest potential and change social injustice.
Marilyn D. Grayned Price, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW is the founder and President of Ms. and Mr. Little Ones, Incorporated. Marilyn's dedication to empowering individuals can best be acknowledged by her extensive background domestically and abroad. She has dedicated over 20 years assisting individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds using evidence-based practices that have led to healthy and sustainable positive outcomes. Marilyn is a servant to the community and believes paying it forward is the way to empower individuals and families to obtain their highest potential and change social injustice.
(240) 249-8699 View (240) 249-8699
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First Choice Community Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Camp Springs, MD 20746
1st Choice Therapists want to help you feel less tired, less frustrated on a daily/weekly basis. We know many of our potential clients are dealing with grief and loss from loved ones that have succumbed to COVID related deaths. At First Choice, we want you to learn how to heal, naturally without a co-dependency on psychotropic medications.
1st Choice Therapists want to help you feel less tired, less frustrated on a daily/weekly basis. We know many of our potential clients are dealing with grief and loss from loved ones that have succumbed to COVID related deaths. At First Choice, we want you to learn how to heal, naturally without a co-dependency on psychotropic medications.
(240) 255-9874 View (240) 255-9874
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Empowered Connections, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dunkirk, MD 20754
Scared. Worried. Anxious. Unsure. You look happy on the outside but inside, you're falling apart: you're feeling overwhelmed and having panic attacks out of the blue. You're a successful woman who is trying to do it all: it's a scary feeling, we know! Our team of women counselor's has been there ourselves & we can help you get your life back! We are also pleased to provide 4 girl/teen girl experts to help your daughter with the issues she may be struggling with such as self-esteem, anxiety, self-harming, etc. We have a new location in Bethesda now! Offering virtual therapy for the entire state of Maryland & DC!
Scared. Worried. Anxious. Unsure. You look happy on the outside but inside, you're falling apart: you're feeling overwhelmed and having panic attacks out of the blue. You're a successful woman who is trying to do it all: it's a scary feeling, we know! Our team of women counselor's has been there ourselves & we can help you get your life back! We are also pleased to provide 4 girl/teen girl experts to help your daughter with the issues she may be struggling with such as self-esteem, anxiety, self-harming, etc. We have a new location in Bethesda now! Offering virtual therapy for the entire state of Maryland & DC!
(301) 684-8042 View (301) 684-8042
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Lee Collins
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davidsonville, MD 21035  (Online Only)
What would your life look like if you if your Mindset and Self-talk were positive ? If you awoke each day expecting to move towards your goals ? Would you like to view conflict and challenges as opportunities and not defeat ? There is a way forward ! Learn the process for changing your inner self-dialogue, identifying and replacing limiting beliefs, and utilizing your strengths to build empowering habits and fulfilling personal relationships.
What would your life look like if you if your Mindset and Self-talk were positive ? If you awoke each day expecting to move towards your goals ? Would you like to view conflict and challenges as opportunities and not defeat ? There is a way forward ! Learn the process for changing your inner self-dialogue, identifying and replacing limiting beliefs, and utilizing your strengths to build empowering habits and fulfilling personal relationships.
(301) 450-6822 View (301) 450-6822
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Amanda Ashe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Landover, MD 20785
Not accepting new clients
If you have a history of trauma, substance abuse or have been diagnosed with a mental illness I realize that living life can be difficult and daunting as well as effect your interpersonal relationships and your ability to function day to day. My goal as a therapist is to provide a non-judgmental safe space where my clients feel comfortable to express themselves and to provide the tools needed to navigate through difficult times and assist in managing and alleviating your symptoms. This is accomplished through Psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral, Trauma Response, Grief work and Play Therapy.
If you have a history of trauma, substance abuse or have been diagnosed with a mental illness I realize that living life can be difficult and daunting as well as effect your interpersonal relationships and your ability to function day to day. My goal as a therapist is to provide a non-judgmental safe space where my clients feel comfortable to express themselves and to provide the tools needed to navigate through difficult times and assist in managing and alleviating your symptoms. This is accomplished through Psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral, Trauma Response, Grief work and Play Therapy.
(667) 382-9034 View (667) 382-9034

Online Therapists

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Toria Hawkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor Mill, MD 21244  (Online Only)
I use holistic, healing-centered interventions including narrative exposure therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and expressive art therapy.
I provide individual and group mental health therapy for issues including complex trauma, anxiety and depression, emotional regulation, navigating relationships, body image, perinatal transitions, and adjusting to chronic illness. I specialize in working with gender and racial minorities, who have been routinely overlooked and underserved but still have the desire to show up for themselves- individuals who want to move in a positive direction with their mental health but may not know exactly how or what that looks like.
I use holistic, healing-centered interventions including narrative exposure therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and expressive art therapy.
I provide individual and group mental health therapy for issues including complex trauma, anxiety and depression, emotional regulation, navigating relationships, body image, perinatal transitions, and adjusting to chronic illness. I specialize in working with gender and racial minorities, who have been routinely overlooked and underserved but still have the desire to show up for themselves- individuals who want to move in a positive direction with their mental health but may not know exactly how or what that looks like.
(410) 896-6814 View (410) 896-6814
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Alexandra Elizabeth, LCPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Catonsville, MD 21228
I practice a person-centered approach to therapy that integrates narrative and strengths based interventions.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or need someone to hear your story and validate your experiences? You are the expert on your own life, but we all get stuck sometimes. I am here to work collaboratively with you to overcome obstacles, explore and acknowledge your strengths, and help you identify and understand the meanings that you derive from life events.
I practice a person-centered approach to therapy that integrates narrative and strengths based interventions.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or need someone to hear your story and validate your experiences? You are the expert on your own life, but we all get stuck sometimes. I am here to work collaboratively with you to overcome obstacles, explore and acknowledge your strengths, and help you identify and understand the meanings that you derive from life events.
(410) 883-5761 View (410) 883-5761

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Narrative Therapists

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.