Therapists in Maryland
Randi Franke
Randi Franke
Creating a safe space to explore your concerns is vital for enhancing your mental and emotional health, and I am here to support you through your struggles. Whether you are grappling with gender or sexuality concerns, substance use, anxiety, grief and loss, or major life transitions, my objective is to help you improve your mental and emotional wellbeing.
My experience includes working with individuals living with anxiety, depression, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, relationship concerns, and life transitions. As a Grief Counseling Specialist, I emphasize a client-centered approach focused on safety and acceptance.
Renee Bonifacio Richberg
Renee Bonifacio Richberg
I am committed to providing a space where my clients can comfortably and freely process their past and present experiences and express themselves without judgment. I believe insight building is the key to self-acceptance through a client-centered, strengths-based, solutions-focused, and holistic approach.
I am certified in the Advanced Treatment of Mood Disorders, a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My areas of treatment focus on helping adults who are experiencing challenges with symptoms related to bipolar disorder and other moderate to severe mood disorders; personality disorders; ; and anxiety disorders, including moderate OCD symptoms. I also speak Tagalog (Filipino).
Kelsey Averbukh
Kelsey Averbukh
I have worked in the mental health field for 10 years now and have had the honor of working in many settings from intensive outpatient to a cooperative member led non-profit to private practice. These opportunities have given me experience working with young children to older adults and even families. I’m all about empowering individuals to discover their inner strength and building healthy relationships with themselves and those around them. Whether you’re grappling with the strains of daily stress, wrestling with anxiety, or the rollercoaster of life’s transitions, I am here to provide unwavering support.
Rebecca Falter
Rebecca Falter
I believe in creating a warm and supportive environment that encourages personal growth and healing. By taking a person-centered approach, I strive to understand your individual needs and meet you where you are in your therapeutic journey. Together, we can explore your emotions and experiences, opening new doors to self-expression, emotional well-being, and personal development.
My experience includes working with teenagers, adults, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood disturbances, PTSD, OCD, life transitions, trauma, grief/loss, and relationship obstacles.
Rebecca Robbins
Rebecca Robbins
As a skilled therapist, I am dedicated to helping you change habits to improve your health, build stronger and more satisfying relationships, overcome fears that hold you back, and grow more emotionally resilient. My focus is on assisting you in reconnecting with your true self and healing and strengthening your relationships, all while providing a caring and attentive listening ear to help you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have experienced ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.
Chia-Hua Lu
Chia-Hua Lu
I thrive to create a space that is safe and nonjudgmental for clients as they discover their genuine selves and create goals for being present with their loved ones. Registered as a board-certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), I believe that creativity and art-making help to communicate, explore, and connect within one’s self and with their environment. I also specialized in individuals who have experienced trauma, including but not limited to interpersonal trauma, significant losses, and PTSD. Remote therapy only.
Kevin Barwick
Kevin Barwick
Kevin specifically works with men and couples around the theme of empowering men to understand their true manhood and strength, while learning to listen more deeply and love more fully. His approach often involves practicing the communication skills, homework assignments, re-story telling and more.
Fern Cohen
Fern Cohen
As a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), I champion neurodiversity and a strength-based approach. I’m particularly passionate about supporting autistic individuals in their journey towards self-identity, self-advocacy, relationships, and communication.
I’ve obtained an Advanced Trauma Treatment certification through the Ferentz Institute. As a trauma-informed therapist, I bring a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental perspective to my work.
I am eager to assist individuals aged 12 and through various life transitions and concerns, including autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Molly Stanley
Molly Stanley
I utilize multiple modalities within my approach based on each client’s individual needs. These approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solutions-focused, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), experiential, and client-centered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and substance abuse.
I also have experience working in outpatient substance abuse treatment, within which I focused on sexual health. As a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, I find sexual health education to be extremely important and strive to create an open, non-judgemental environment when discussing these topics.
Julia Rostkowski
Julia Rostkowski
I specialize in a broad spectrum of therapeutic areas including ADHD, adoption, alcohol use, Alzheimer’s, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent challenges, coping skills, family conflict, grief, peer relationships, relationship issues, school issues, self-esteem, depression, dual diagnosis, stress, and women’s issues, with a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, my approach is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care and child development.
Alexis Horst
Alexis Horst
I prioritize creating a secure and welcoming space for clients to express their thoughts, while helping them navigate complex thought processes through co-exploration and self-regulation techniques. My experience as a Division I student-athlete has influenced my emphasis on the mental health of athletes across all performance levels. Athletes frequently face substantial pressure to perform, both in competitive settings and life in general, which often leads to their mental health needs being unaddressed. My professional experience extends to areas including anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, and depression.
Lauren LaPenna
Lauren LaPenna
My highest priority is to build a strong rapport with each of my clients. I place a strong emphasis on therapy being a collaborative space where my clients and I can work as a team to maximize their full potential. No matter what you’re going through, my intention is to walk alongside you and help you feel validated, supported, understood, and empowered on your journey towards growth and inner peace.
I offer psychotherapy to clients of all ages with a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, family conflict, anger, and life transitions. Additionally, I am experienced in working with individuals with autism and special needs.
Grace Kane
Grace Kane
My goal as your psychotherapist is to engage you in a collaborative process that promotes healing and self-determination. I firmly believe in our innate ability to make changes, love ourselves, and feel empowered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression. In addition to my expertise in eating disorders, my experience encompasses anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, and depression. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, employing a variety of techniques.
Trevor McKay
Trevor McKay
My expertise spans working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, autism, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, trauma, issues of power/privilege/oppression, grief, developmental concerns, social skills, and ADHD. Embracing diversity, I welcome clients of varying identities into each session, including race, gender, class, sexual orientation, religion, age, and disability.
As a gaming enthusiast, I understand the importance of hobbies and passions in our lives. I aim to create a therapeutic environment where clients can openly discuss their interests, such as gaming, and explore their impact on mental health, relationships, and personal growth.
Maria Hudson
Maria Hudson
Creating a warm, nonjudgmental space is my priority, where you can reconnect with your true self, heal, and strengthen your relationships. As a compassionate and attentive listener, I am committed to helping you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind throughout our time together.
My customized approach allows clients to feel supported, welcomed, encouraged, and genuinely heard. With extensive experience, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have faced a variety of challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.
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