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Shelonda Townsend

LCSW-C, 8 years of experience
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with individuals, families and groups. My areas of expertise are ADHD, anger management, adjustment to new transitions in life, anxiety, depression and postpartum. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic and Person Centered Therapy. Whether you’re feeling the pressure of juggling multiple roles, feeling the weight of all the demands and expectations, or trying to cope with depression, anxiety or low self self-esteem, you don’t have to walk this path alone. Talking and making sense of your experiences can help you learn and understand more about yourself and what you need moving forward. Therapy is an educational tool and a safe outlet to help you gain clarity, insight, and awareness, and can help you adopt the skills necessary to overcome obstacles and improve your mental health. I have supported parents with teaching and educating their children on how to manage their child's behaviors in the least restrictive environment. I support individuals that are struggling with stress, anxiety and depression by educating them on ways to manage their emotions. I help young adults struggling with career stress and burnout become the best versions of themselves.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having worked with children and adults for the past 10 years, I've developed skills that allow me to connect with my clients and provide them with necessary tools they need to increase their strength and confidence with utilizing the techniques that they have learned.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with adults who are attempting to navigate through life. My clients are eager to improve, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed and anxious about their life and what is expected of them. Looking for the bright side in dark situations can be difficult, however, learning to manage helps to create resilience. I think it is important for me and you to work together on your concerns as a team. I can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings, set boundaries and goals, learn strategies to cope with your own challenges.

SpecialtiesTop specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Other specialties
ADHD
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
I identify as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Maryland
Accepts
Aetna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I utilize this treatment modality by by helping the client make sense of their problem and or issue by breaking it down in smaller parts.

Faith based therapy

I will provide spiritual support to guide you toward understanding what your higher self is asking of you.

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