Preteen Therapists in Annapolis, MD

Welcome everyone. I am excited to meet you. Life can be tough. The everyday demands of school, family and our careers can be overwhelming. There will be times when we just need someone to listen, and there will be times when the adversities of life can leave us in need of developing certain skills to help us cope. We cannot always control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond and look after ourselves. Let's work together, develop a plan for you, and create the life you want!

As a fellow parent, I understand that there is no greater pleasure than to see your child happy and healthy. But excessive worrying, relentlessly demanding OCD rituals, the fear of vomiting, social anxiety, and self-harming behaviors like hair pulling and skin picking can rip away the joy of childhood and bring anguish to the family. I am a warm, compassionate, and very active cognitive-behavioral therapist with many years of success in helping children and teens recover from these challenges. I work as a team with parents, including them in at least part of every session.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience within the mental health industry. I am the founder of Empower & Elevate Psychotherapy, a virtual outpatient private practice providing quality mental health care to individuals and families across 40 states. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of pediatric, child, adolescent, and adult populations with symptoms related to autism, ADHD, disruptive behavior, intellectual and developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, stress, life transitions, challenges with identity development, hardship in attachments, and family discord.

I have practiced psychology in the Annapolis area for almost 29 years. Currently I have offices in Annapolis and Kent Island. The slogan you will see in my telephone directory ads is: "Life's too Short to be Unhappy.'' I live by this slogan and encourage patients to do the same. I do my best work with patients who are motivated to make changes and who are open to a direct approach. I always provide input to patients and encourage interaction with the goal of solving problems. I work with adults of all ages and adolescents. I have enjoyed many successful treatment outcomes.

I am a licensed clinical social worker since 1978 with an active practice in Annapolis and the surrounding areas as well as the Eastern Shore. I provide counseling services to adult, adolescents, and children who are experiencing life changes due to marital discord, divorce, or the death of a loved one and I assist families heal from disagreement, emotional pain, trauma, loss and change through the use of individual, couples, and family therapy.

In life there are many awesome and beautiful things to see and do, but there are also many challenges and pain in life. As I have worked with youth and families for over 15 years, I have come to understand that deep down everyone wants to thrive through being loved and to love others, but that often hurt and pain from our younger days place us in a position of just surviving. My hope is to help youth, families and couples to heal from these wounds to move toward thriving.

Our therapy practice embodies a variety of niches and areas of focus. Ideal client's for Lotus Psychotherapy are folks who are motivated to change and value the process of self awareness. We work with tweens, couples, and adults who might be struggling with a multitude of stressors, feelings and barriers. As a collective practice, we have experience with addiction, postpartum, adolescent behaviors, depression, trauma work, grief and anxiety.

When you meet with me, you will feel immediately comfortable. I am very good at helping you to figure out what the challenge is and to provide the support you need for change. I am a child/adolescent specialist. I connect exceptionally well to children and teens and have helped many experience better lives. I have over 23 years experience in practice and have had much success. I am looking forward to meeting with you and finding out how I can help you have a stronger and more positive family and to help you, as an individual, attain your goals.

Therapy is about the relationship between therapist and client. It’s a vulnerable and courageous act to embark on a mental health journey, so comfort and sense of connection is a must. I am someone – in life, in work, in relationship – who has a foundation of empathy, a drive to help others, and a strong appreciation for humor. These core values come directly from my Midwestern upbringing, during which I was taught by example to treat all others with kindness and patience. I have a special soft spot for anyone who struggles with anxiety, especially children and adolescents.

It takes great strength and self-awareness to reach out for support. I focus on approaching others with warmth, compassion, and the understanding that our experiences shape who we are and how we see the world. My background is in crisis intervention counseling, supporting police departments and local agencies with a diverse population of clients ranging from children to adults with a wide range of mental health diagnoses and goals.

Do you need help with your child? Do you need a guiding support to help you raise your children on the right path? I have you covered! I help kids, teens, and families improve their relationships and meet meaningful goals. Even if you don’t exactly know what’s going on with your child. Even if you’ve tried other strategies or therapies in the past. I have 14 years of experience in children’s mental health and my own child with special needs. I have years of training experience from the nationally recognized children’s hospital, Kennedy Krieger Institute, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and truly I've seen it all!

Feeling stressed? Got the blues? Having a lover's quarrel? Are the children misbehaving? We can help! We utilize Brief, Solution- Focused therapy, as well as other modalities, to help you overcome whatever obstacle you are currently facing.

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.

Deanna Sanders, Psy. D. , is a licensed clinical psychologist. She completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Spectrum Behavioral Health under the supervision of Scott E. Smith, Ph.D. Dr. Sanders works with children, adolescents, and adults who experience a range of concerns including anxiety and panic disorders, depression, trauma, addiction, adjustment disorders, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, and intermittent explosive disorder. She also conducts psychological testing. Dr. Sanders earned her Masters and Doctoral degrees in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology.

I have been working within a medical pediatric practice for the duration of my career, and as a result see a number of children and adolescents in the Maryland and Washington DC area. Treatment with this population generally focuses on developmental, behavioral, academic, social, and family issues. I also see a number of adults on an outpatient basis and greatly value this aspect of my practice as well. Anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues are the primary focus of my work with adults, adolescents, and children. If you are planning to use health insurance please indicate whom your provider is.

Welcome! I know sometimes the idea of therapy can be daunting, and my role is to be your guide through the journey of self-discovery and growth. I use a variety of techniques in my practice, as I believe each patient deserves a unique approach to yield the most fruitful results. A typical session with me usually contains open dialogue, psychoeducation, and a bit of humor. I help my clients with self awareness, identifying their strengths, and finding their voice.

Has your teenager been struggling with anxiety, depression, a negative past experience or stress related to school? Have you felt overwhelmed, discouraged or frustrated while trying to cope with the demands of raising a teenager? Has it seemed as though you've tried all you can and you still don't have the answers? Do you feel out of options or as though you don't know what to do anymore?

Feeling stressed? Got the blues? Having a lover's quarrel? Are the children misbehaving? We can help! We specialize in Brief, Solution- Focused therapy to help you overcome whatever obstacle you are currently facing. With over fifteen years of experience, We focus on working with you as a team to help you resolve any issues you and/or your family may be dealing with.

I strive to help individuals & couples to overcome obstacles stemming from past trauma, confront challenges in the present, & achieve milestones which inspires them to face the future, self-assured. I provide a supportive platform for clients to become aware of subconscious patterns (thoughts, behaviors, reactions), identify as well as take responsibility of that which is in their control, make a personal commitment to course correct, & learn ways to cope with the discomfort of change. This can require you to use both your internal & external resources, purposefully & productively, for the wellbeing and improvement of your life.