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Amanda Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
With a person-centered, solution-focused approach, I like to incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and mindfulness practices into our sessions, which helps to improve coping skills and better manage stress and emotional pain.
Are you struggling with feelings of overwhelm in multiple areas of life? Our world has changed drastically in the past few years leaving many struggling with additional stress and anxiety. Figuring out how to support our children too, can be difficult. I believe you possess the strength to overcome what you are facing and it will lead you to the peace or healing you seek. I specialize in working with adults of all ages, parents and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or life transitions.
With a person-centered, solution-focused approach, I like to incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and mindfulness practices into our sessions, which helps to improve coping skills and better manage stress and emotional pain.
Are you struggling with feelings of overwhelm in multiple areas of life? Our world has changed drastically in the past few years leaving many struggling with additional stress and anxiety. Figuring out how to support our children too, can be difficult. I believe you possess the strength to overcome what you are facing and it will lead you to the peace or healing you seek. I specialize in working with adults of all ages, parents and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or life transitions.
(443) 903-2329 View (443) 903-2329
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Lindsay Allen
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146  (Online Only)
If you struggle with fears of not being able to carryon, have desires and dreams to share and accomplish, would like to collaborate in finding your purpose, or feel a deep separation with your loves ones and would like to restore what was lost or move forward in a new direction, therapy can help empower you to take an active role in your own personalized plan for healing. I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space inspired by the Person-centered approach, encouraging clients to express themselves freely.
If you struggle with fears of not being able to carryon, have desires and dreams to share and accomplish, would like to collaborate in finding your purpose, or feel a deep separation with your loves ones and would like to restore what was lost or move forward in a new direction, therapy can help empower you to take an active role in your own personalized plan for healing. I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space inspired by the Person-centered approach, encouraging clients to express themselves freely.
(443) 419-6768 View (443) 419-6768
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Carin Sailer
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146  (Online Only)
Carin Sailer LGPC (They/Them) helps individuals overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, and poor self-esteem. They work with individuals on exploring identity, managing internalized “isms”, and finding new adaptive ways to cope. Carin specializes in working with individuals on general mental health concerns while also working with transgender & non-binary adults, parents processing their own identity (or their child’s), and those endorsing an identity in “mid-life” (whatever that means!)
Carin Sailer LGPC (They/Them) helps individuals overcome feelings of anxiety, depression, and poor self-esteem. They work with individuals on exploring identity, managing internalized “isms”, and finding new adaptive ways to cope. Carin specializes in working with individuals on general mental health concerns while also working with transgender & non-binary adults, parents processing their own identity (or their child’s), and those endorsing an identity in “mid-life” (whatever that means!)
(410) 498-5434 x210 View (410) 498-5434 x210
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Sara Illiano
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146  (Online Only)
Making the decision to seek help can be challenging and is a big first step on your journey to wellness. Wellness is not an absence of problems, but it is a process that helps us become more aware and make choices for a healthy and fulfilling life. If you feel overwhelmed and want help developing proper coping skills and self-care, you are not alone. Support is available and change is possible! Although I believe the client is the expert in their life, therapy is a collaborative effort between you and I. Together, we will work on identifying and meeting your wants, needs, and goals.
Making the decision to seek help can be challenging and is a big first step on your journey to wellness. Wellness is not an absence of problems, but it is a process that helps us become more aware and make choices for a healthy and fulfilling life. If you feel overwhelmed and want help developing proper coping skills and self-care, you are not alone. Support is available and change is possible! Although I believe the client is the expert in their life, therapy is a collaborative effort between you and I. Together, we will work on identifying and meeting your wants, needs, and goals.
(410) 793-1131 View (410) 793-1131
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Shoreline Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
Welcome to Shoreline Counseling Services LLC. My name is Melonie Truslow, I am the owner and operator of Shoreline Counseling. We, here at Shoreline offer a wide variety of services, including individual , couples and family counseling services. My team has extensive experience in a variety of mental health issues, ranging from simple behavioral modifications to intense mental health diagnoses. Voted Pasadena's Top Licensed Clinician by the International Leaders ! Telehealth options available ! Voted the BEST of Anne Arundel County 2021!! Certified Life Coach through the Certified Life Coach Institute!
Welcome to Shoreline Counseling Services LLC. My name is Melonie Truslow, I am the owner and operator of Shoreline Counseling. We, here at Shoreline offer a wide variety of services, including individual , couples and family counseling services. My team has extensive experience in a variety of mental health issues, ranging from simple behavioral modifications to intense mental health diagnoses. Voted Pasadena's Top Licensed Clinician by the International Leaders ! Telehealth options available ! Voted the BEST of Anne Arundel County 2021!! Certified Life Coach through the Certified Life Coach Institute!
(443) 341-0649 View (443) 341-0649
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Guy Merritt
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146  (Online Only)
Now accepting evening and Saturday morning appointments. Helping clients for three decades, my work has centered on individuals experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use problems, and co-occurring disorders. As an approved clinical supervisor, I have also worked with many counselors over the years, helping them deal with vicarious trauma and maintaining personal wellness.
Now accepting evening and Saturday morning appointments. Helping clients for three decades, my work has centered on individuals experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use problems, and co-occurring disorders. As an approved clinical supervisor, I have also worked with many counselors over the years, helping them deal with vicarious trauma and maintaining personal wellness.
(240) 698-2733 View (240) 698-2733
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Julia Sanders
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146  (Online Only)
Julia has worked with cases of acute psychosis, trauma, SUD, adults struggling with homelessness, and mental illness. Julia now a has focus on helping clients foster self-confidence, healthy coping skills, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving abilities. Julia enjoys looking for creative solutions to problems and brings that aspect of creativity to therapy. She focuses her practice on a Person-Centered, Strength Based approach. Julia strives to focus therapy on each individual’s abilities, strengths, and needs and collaborates with clients on their goals and approaches to treatment.
Julia has worked with cases of acute psychosis, trauma, SUD, adults struggling with homelessness, and mental illness. Julia now a has focus on helping clients foster self-confidence, healthy coping skills, social-emotional skills, and problem-solving abilities. Julia enjoys looking for creative solutions to problems and brings that aspect of creativity to therapy. She focuses her practice on a Person-Centered, Strength Based approach. Julia strives to focus therapy on each individual’s abilities, strengths, and needs and collaborates with clients on their goals and approaches to treatment.
(443) 665-8385 View (443) 665-8385
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Anne Arundel Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, CFC, BCTMH
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
Anne Arundel Counseling is a highly recognized and regarded MD State Certified provider offering six convenient locations throughout the Annapolis, Baltimore & Washington areas (Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Edgewater, Bowie, Stevensville & Centreville). We pride ourselves on being a diverse group of licensed and experiences psychological, psycho therapeutic and clinical specialists. We are dedicated to the well-being of each client and empowering them to achieve in a warm, supportive and inviting environment. For additional information please visit our website at: www.annearundelcounseling.com To schedule with on one of our experienced male or female providers, please call our office to speak with any one of our administrative staff members: Allison O'Hanlon, Client Coordinator, Michele Kline, Office Manager or Connie Thomas, Practice Manager. Our administrative staff will complete an informal screening to have you scheduled with the most appropriate clinician for your area of need. They will also answer any questions you may have regarding the counseling process, AAC, your clinician or any other related item. Lastly, they will take any insurance or EAP information to perform the billing as appropriate. We look forward to hearing from you and ensure your counseling experience is positive and beneficial.
Anne Arundel Counseling is a highly recognized and regarded MD State Certified provider offering six convenient locations throughout the Annapolis, Baltimore & Washington areas (Annapolis, Glen Burnie, Edgewater, Bowie, Stevensville & Centreville). We pride ourselves on being a diverse group of licensed and experiences psychological, psycho therapeutic and clinical specialists. We are dedicated to the well-being of each client and empowering them to achieve in a warm, supportive and inviting environment. For additional information please visit our website at: www.annearundelcounseling.com To schedule with on one of our experienced male or female providers, please call our office to speak with any one of our administrative staff members: Allison O'Hanlon, Client Coordinator, Michele Kline, Office Manager or Connie Thomas, Practice Manager. Our administrative staff will complete an informal screening to have you scheduled with the most appropriate clinician for your area of need. They will also answer any questions you may have regarding the counseling process, AAC, your clinician or any other related item. Lastly, they will take any insurance or EAP information to perform the billing as appropriate. We look forward to hearing from you and ensure your counseling experience is positive and beneficial.
(410) 415-1851 View (410) 415-1851
Reality Therapy

Is reality therapy evidence-based?

Reality therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapies. However, some research does indicate that reality therapy might be helpful for people with addiction, and may be effective in treating social anxiety in young people.

How long does reality therapy last?

Reality therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Reality 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 year or longer and to see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of reality therapy long after treatment has ended.

Does reality therapy work?

Reality therapy can help a person manage concerns such as eating disorders, addiction, substance use, anxiety, phobias, and relationship difficulties. This type of therapy encourages a person to be accountable for their behaviors. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure. Reality therapy can be useful in one-on-one therapy or in group sessions. This method may be used with children, families, and adults.

What are the limitations of reality therapy?

This therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the therapist focuses on choices made by the individual in the present day. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over others. This format may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every client.