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Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Village Green, Crofton, MD 21114
Let's Connect (443) 292-9088
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
You've taken the awesome first step, of many more to come, on the quest to becoming a healthier, more balanced you. Over the past several years I've provided counseling and treatment support to individuals, groups, parents, families, and children through adulthood who have experienced trauma. Through working with this resilient population, I've gained a wealth of knowledge in early childhood trauma and its reverberating effect on one’s life, and relationships shared. This understanding assists with providing services to adults who've experienced trauma at an early age, who may still be attempting to reconcile past pain.
I specialize in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Adjustment Disorder, as well as treating those who are learning to live and love while navigating symptoms of grief. I utilize experiential treatment approaches, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, EFT-Tapping methods, in conjunction with parts' work.
It is my goal to learn about who you are, assist you in exploring why you are, while supporting you in becoming exactly who you aspire to be. I am looking forward to meeting with you soon.
Call or Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (443) 292-9088

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Village Green

Crofton, MD 21114 map

(443) 292-9088
This office practices both in-person and virtually.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Coping Skills and Women's Issues 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (443) 292-9088
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Village Green

Crofton, MD 21114 map

(443) 292-9088
This office practices both in-person and virtually.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Coping Skills and Women's Issues 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (443) 292-9088
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (443) 292-9088

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Colleen G. Blackston

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 21008 Colleen G. Blackston
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended University of Maryland School of Social Work, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2015
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (443) 292-9088
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (443) 292-9088

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Coping Skills
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Divorce Reaction
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Teen Violence
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Many clients note feeling triggered from past pain, and frustrated with reacting from the same painful place. Through our work together we will identify the onset of triggers and begin recognizing patterns. Additionally, we will begin exploring and building trust with more vulnerable parts of self (inner child). We will also learn and practice coping skills to continue healing between sessions.
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (443) 292-9088
"
Many clients note feeling triggered from past pain, and frustrated with reacting from the same painful place. Through our work together we will identify the onset of triggers and begin recognizing patterns. Additionally, we will begin exploring and building trust with more vulnerable parts of self (inner child). We will also learn and practice coping skills to continue healing between sessions.
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (443) 292-9088

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Gestalt
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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During our time together, we will utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic Techniques, EFT Tapping, and will utilize Internal Family System (IFS) approaches, in conjunction with other theories and practices that feel the most comfortable and natural in moments shared.
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (443) 292-9088
"
During our time together, we will utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic Techniques, EFT Tapping, and will utilize Internal Family System (IFS) approaches, in conjunction with other theories and practices that feel the most comfortable and natural in moments shared.
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (443) 292-9088

Location

Primary Location

Village Green

Crofton, MD 21114

(443) 292-9088
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This office practices both in-person and virtually.
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Call for a free consultation now - (443) 292-9088
"
This office practices both in-person and virtually.
Photo of Colleen G. Blackston - Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Shining in the Shadows: Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Call for a free consultation now - (443) 292-9088