Therapists in Middletown, MD

Hey Hi! I'm Jess. I think of myself as a compassionate and dedicated social worker and therapist focused on helping individuals navigate complex – and often challenging – landscapes of emotion. I have 15 years’ experience in the field, working with a vast range of mental health concerns (anxiety, depression/mood disorders, adjusting to life changes, etc). My main area of interest is supporting parents (esp. through pregnancy and infant loss, and the grief that inevitably follows). My primary goal is to provide a safe and nurturing space for my clients to share, heal, grow, and expand their inner wisdom and incredible strengths.

I enjoy working with individuals who seek to live happier, healthier lives and recognize that change can only happen by trying something new. Each of us has the power to create better lives for ourselves simply by changing the way we relate to ourselves. Many people never learned as children how to cope with stress and negative emotion. But this is a skill that can be learned in adulthood and that can pave the way for greater happiness throughout our lives. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself by noticing and responding to your thoughts and feelings with compassion and validation.

Are you looking to grow in wisdom and compassion? For yourself? Your situation? Others? I provide trauma-informed care for deep healing. Using EMDR & other trauma treatments, mindfulness, the arts and other techniques, you are encouraged to live authentically with awareness, gentleness, humor, creativity and courage.

You can be happy and healthy! I believe there is power and potential in all of us for healing and growth. Therapy can be hard work and it can also be a shelter in the storm. Together we will work through old patterns, shame, trauma, fear, insecurities, etc.. Through deepening self-awareness, compassion and acceptance, you will be able to take better care of yourself and others, set heathy boundaries, and have deeper relationships. We will work to accept and let go of what holds you back so you can live more authentically and make the most of this life. Your story has indeed shaped you but you get to decide how the rest of it goes.

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.

Licensed in VA, WVA, MD and NC. Are you struggling with your overall mental wellness? Have you tried therapy in the past and not seen the progress you were expecting? I am here to offer support and collaborate with you to find hope. Therapy is a shared journey to identify new insights and work on finding actionable solutions. I actively listen to get to know you, develop a clinical relationship and address your unique needs while in a calm and comfortable setting. We work together to create tangible tools to process past experiences, including trauma, and tackle current complicated life issues to facilitate a healthier future.

Life can be so challenging... at times feeling like the point of it all is hidden somewhere. Have you felt lost, wondering how to navigate through the changes of life, the ups and downs that come? Symptoms like anxiety and depression can feel isolating and suffocating, leading you to question how to live out your purpose. I am here and ready to support you. I've started Transformed by Grace, LLC with the intention of guiding my clients through life's stressors with God first as a primary source of support. This will be a space you can share and work toward your transformation, regardless of where you are in your faith.

Therapy is an incredibly vulnerable process that involves stripping down the emotional armor we have collected over years of struggle, insecurity, or fear. For some the idea of therapy feels like the sweetest release and for others this idea feels incredibly intimidating. Often times, individuals present for their first sessions after an acute stressor, a period of prolonged distress, or even a previously failed treatment. Regardless of the precipitating factor, people often enter therapy when they feel hurt and alone. Many come with bruised hearts and tired souls, uncertain of what their struggles mean about their ability to heal.

As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about the mental health of individuals struggling with Posttraumatic Stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. I have successfully helped children, families, and adults with adjustment difficulties, traumatic stress exposure, and other concerns that impact their daily functioning.

"You don't have to be broken, to be fixed." Life happens and it can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious and frustrated with day to day life. Does anxiety or sadness often get in the way accomplishing the goals you have for yourself? I can help you figure out how to get out of your own way and be the best version of yourself possible! I also specialize in substance abuse issues or helping families of loved ones who may have substance abuse related problems. Getting support takes courage and strength and searching for the right therapist is the perfect first step!

Ideal clients have tried other treatments and the issue persists. My/our clients may come with anxiety, PTSD, trauma, weight, smoking, sleeping, pain, restless leg and other severe or chronic issues. I have worked with veteran issues, ms, lupus, damaged spine, fibromyalgia, fears, sleep/insomnia, medical compliance, motivation. I have multiple certifications, research and science background and apply the latest methods that produce lasting results

Caring, inclusive, multicultural approach to individual, couple and family needs. Through the use of Internal Family Systems and wellness based therapy, supporting people as they heal. I specialize in supporting those with anxiety, life events and trauma. Additional support for perinatal mood disorders (postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and panic), and those with ADHD. Meeting people were they are at with a non-judgmental approach.

Are you looking for a seasoned therapist with years of experience and training who is also affordable and can see you in the comfort of your own home? I am currently working with individuals and couples virtually and am licensed in both Maryland and the District of Columbia. I am trained as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and in the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (P.A.C.T). To learn more about P.A.C.T and Somatic Experiencing, please go to my website at www.marylizaustin.com. Virtual sessions save you time and money and work beautifully when guided by the right person.

As Board Certified Professional Christian Counselors (BCPCC), we offer care that is distinctively Christian & clinically excellent. We have been extensively evaluated by the AACC & NACC in areas of personal integrity, Biblical principles, personal spiritual journey & walk with Jesus Christ, beliefs about the Bible, & clinical skills. We believe in bringing problems in to the light & applying biblical truth. We are encouragers: lending hope to the hopeless, prescribing interventions, teaching healthy coping skills, & challenging old ways of thinking. We believe therapy is the method, but that ONLY Jesus is the healer.

I currently have a waitlist. When the pain from prior wounds causes you to feel crushed by low self-esteem or battered by a critical inner voice, it can be hard to find that spark of hope. My clients come to me carrying heavy burdens of depression or trauma and may be exhausted by the constant vigilance of anxiety. I work with people who are striving to find balance when life experiences have done damage in deep or lasting ways. Whether you are struggling with unhealthy relationships, reactive emotional patterns, or defense strategies that are causing more harm than good, I would love to work with you to find healing and growth.

Amanda (She/They) is a white, queer, neurodivergent Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C). Amanda provides therapy from a Humanistic approach that is strength-based and relational. Amanda has experience working with clients in medical, community-based, and clinical treatment settings. She specializes in working with adults experiencing a wide range of issues including grief and end-of-life issues, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, minority stress, and complex/life-limiting medical diagnoses.

Are you feeling like you are sinking and you can’t seem to find a way to stop it? Perhaps you are experiencing intrusive negative thoughts or excessive worry. You don’t recognize yourself anymore and you struggle to get through the day. Whether you are dealing with overwhelming emotions, feelings of disconnection, or are simply unsure what direction you need to go in, you are taking a courageous first step by just looking for a therapist.

I believe every individual is unique and possesses the strength and wisdom to overcome challenges or heal from difficult situations. My goal is to provide a safe, respectful, compassionate and non-judgmental place in which to collaboratively explore obstacles and identify solutions that will help you start the healing process and bring about a sense of peace. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and work primarily with adults, couples, and groups. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to determine if I may have the privilege of walking alongside you on your journey towards well-being.

Welcome! I consider it a privilege to be part of your decision to begin the therapeutic process, and understand that it can be overwhelming. While it is human to struggle, we all deserve a safe and supportive space to land while we work through life’s challenges. With this in mind, I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment which promotes personal growth and healing at a pace that feels right for you. Ultimately, my goal is to combine warmth and compassion, alongside evidence-based treatment practices to help you harness and nurture your innate ability heal and thrive.