Blue Cross Blue Shield Therapists in Maryland

Finding therapists who take Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), whether through online therapy or in-person near you, can make getting mental health care more accessible and cost-effective. With 133 verified therapists in Maryland who accept BCBS, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to address issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other concerns. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist who takes Blue Cross Blue Shield listed below is currently welcoming new clients and has availability within the next 30 days, providing you with timely, quality support that fits within your BCBS coverage.

Availability updated: 7/10/2025

Lauren McCauley

(she/her)

Lauren McCauley, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LPC
8 years of experience
Virtual
In 2016, I graduated with a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) in the state of Virginia. Previously, I have provided both individual and group therapy for non-profit agencies as well as worked as a crisis therapist. I am here to help you live the life you deserve. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome all people to my practice. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, and stress management.

Miguel Hernandez Concepcion

Miguel Hernandez Concepcion, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, my name is Miguel. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, came of age in New York City, and served in the US Army for several years. I am a clinician and educator, and credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Maryland), Licensed Professional Counselor (Virginia), and a National Certified Counselor with the National Board of Certified Counselors (NCC). In addition, I have a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and am finishing my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision.

Kumi Pledger

(she/her)

Kumi Pledger, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
9 years of experience
Virtual
Now I am taking on new clients!!! Also, I am available on Saturdays!!! I, Kumi Pledger, LCPC work with all ages: children, adolescents, couples, LGBTQ Clients, families and adults for various issues including, hearing from traumatic experiences, relationship challenges such as dealing with narcissistic abuse, struggling to manage anxiety, having no motivations, supporting new and expectant mothers, eating disorders, adjustment to new places/new jobs, grief and loss. I use personal insight and professional experience to provide clients with a safe place to be heard, find themselves again, free of fears, reduce anxieties, have a stress-free life, find happiness and joy in their lives, eliminate unwanted behaviors, grow, improve and conquer insomnia

Shelly Bray

(she/her)

Shelly Bray, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
15 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) based in Maryland with over 15 years of experience. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children, families, adolescents and older adults. My expertise extends across various settings, including medical facilities, community centers, clinics, and virtual platforms. I find great fulfillment in connecting with people, learning about their unique stories, and collaborating with them to create a plan towards achieving their goals.

Dr. Lillian Sylvester

(she/her)

Dr. Lillian Sylvester, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LPC
13 years of experience
Virtual
"Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing is changed that is not faced." --James Baldwin. I have been in the field since 2003, licensed since 2009 and have worked with people aged 2-65. Whether in school systems, private homes or professional offices, my work is tailored to the needs of the individual with attention paid to the systems which impact them (family/relationships, school, community, religious affiliation). Dr. Lillian M. Sylvester, Ph.D., LCPC, is a native Washingtonian and graduate of the Duke Ellington School of the Performing Arts. She completed her undergraduate degree with a double major in African American Studies and Theater at the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio. From there, she worked professionally in the Philadelphia area as an actor and assistant production manager at Freedom Theater. Pursuing a desire to work with children, she received her Master of Theater for Young Audiences with a minor in secondary education from Arizona State University, which led to several years of service in Prince George’s County public schools. Combining artistic skill with a desire to promote healing, she completed an additional degree, Masters of Counseling Psychology, at Bowie State University. A licensed clinical professional counselor, she pursued doctoral studies in Expressive Therapies and received her Ph.D. from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She uses arts-based, as well as traditional therapeutic interventions, in service to adolescents and adults.

Jason Schiren

(he/him)

Jason Schiren, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
5 years of experience
Virtual
Jason has experience working with males with a variety of presenting concerns, such as substance use, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, and trauma. Jason earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University in 2020. He gives a lot of feedback--not-like what you see in the movies. He’s a dog-person and mixes-up how he takes his coffee--but it's usually an Americano.

Raven Anderson

(she/her)

Raven Anderson, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
9 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Raven, a licensed mental health therapist who has been working in the mental health field for over 8 years. I specialize in helping women and female adolescents overcome anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and life’s uncertainties. My approach is supportive and strength-based, focusing on building confidence, improving communication, and developing practical coping skills. Through virtual therapy, I provide a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create positive change and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Rebecca LaFleur

(she/her)

Rebecca LaFleur, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
4 years of experience
Virtual
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? I'm ready to walk with you through this journey. Life can be a mountain, and sometimes the climb feels impossible. Together, we'll develop strategies to build resilience, manage stress, and reach your summit. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on what makes you unique and strong. Let's work towards the life you envision.

Yerachmiel R Donowitz

(he/him)

Yerachmiel R Donowitz, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
30 years of experience
Virtual
I am a seasoned licensed clinical professional counselor with successful experience helping clients reach their goals and feel confident they have the tools to cope with the seas of life. I provide an integrated platform to approach issues combining the mind and the body together. A client will find his/her results are measurable. A person will not simply feel better, they will be better.

Matt Loveland

Matt Loveland, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
25 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I love the outdoors and most anything to do with water. I have 25+ years of experience helping people as a clinical social worker. My practice has been primarily geared toward adults, but I also have extensive experience with youth ages 12-17. In recent years, my clientele has gravitated to men's issues.

Roberto Cruz

(he/him)

Roberto Cruz, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
5 years of experience
Virtual
I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I specialize in helping individuals understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Through evidence-based techniques, I work with clients to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and make meaningful changes in their lives. My goal is to create a supportive and collaborative environment where you can gain insight, build resilience, and achieve your personal goals. Whether you're seeking to manage stress, overcome addiction, anxiety or depression, or improve your overall well-being, I am here to support you on your journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Kiti Jackson

Kiti Jackson, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
5 years of experience
Virtual
Kiti Jackson is a Licensed Therapist (LCPC) in Maryland. Kiti has a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Psychology and a Master of Arts in Human Services and Counseling. Led by her desire to help others, she also earned a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR therapist, she specializes in helping clients with trauma. Kiti has extensive experience working with adolescents and adults. Kiti is an islander from Oahu, Hawaii, who has an affection for the outdoors. She enjoys spending time with her four children and husband. Her years as a military spouse taught her to be flexible because things can change in the blink of an eye. She enjoys long walks with her husband and their three Akitas. You will often find Kiti binge-watching Monk, biking, traveling, and exploring various foods.

Vivian K. Henderson

Vivian K. Henderson, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
16 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Vivian K. Henderson, LCSW-C, LCSW. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland and Texas with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, and life transitions. My practice is grounded in clinical skill, compassion, and a commitment to empowering clients toward meaningful and lasting change.

Benjamin Frey

(he/him)

Benjamin Frey, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
5 years of experience
Virtual
I am a flexible counselor, comfortable using an eclectic mix of interventions from multiple theoretical modalities to suit the unique needs of each client. My default approach is a mix of psychodynamic and cognitive interventions, with an overarching focus on the importance of narrative meaning-making in the emotional lives of clients. I have experience working with clients from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds and age groups, ages 18 and up. I offer couples and family counseling but am not a specialist in those fields. In my free time, I enjoy playing strategy board, card and computer games. I am an amateur poet and animal lover, as well as an avid camper.

Katrina Carter

(she/her)

Katrina Carter, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
20 years of experience
Virtual
I am a licensed clinical social worker who provides therapy to adults. I have over 10+ years working with various clients across the life span. I am affirming and inclusive of all and seek to support others in their life journey. Utilizing my foundational training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, I support clients to develop insight into the ways their past experiences influence them in the present and to learn how to utilize a compassionate presence to heal and grow.

Julie Stukey

(she/her)

Julie Stukey, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
5 years of experience
Virtual
I aim to work supportively and collaboratively with clients to create a warm, inviting atmosphere that allows us to work together towards your goals. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults, with a focus on anxiety and depression, life transitions, sports psychology and athlete mental health, disordered eating, self esteem, body image concerns, ADHD, grief and loss, and trauma.

Lydia Lynch

(she/her)

Lydia Lynch, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
10 years of experience
Virtual
Welcome! I'm Lydia Lynch, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a Masters in Social Work from New York University. I have over 10 years of experience as a social worker, and I have worked with a wide variety of clients from children and adolescents through older adults. I have experience in outpatient therapy, inpatient psychiatry, mental health, addictions, and research. I have a special interest in women's health and issues, including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Therapy can help you develop coping skills, enhance interpersonal relationships, and gain a greater understanding of your life. My goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment in which we can explore what matters to you most.

John L. Driessnack

John L. Driessnack, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
7 years of experience
Virtual
Greetings, my name is John Luke. I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with addiction treatment and life-coaching. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change. Some of my other specialties include short-term, solution-focused therapy; cognitive behavioral therapy techniques; psychodynamic approaches; and marital counseling. Some of the problems I am particularly keen on solving with my clients include issues with self-image and confidence; dating and relationships; boundary-setting and assertive communication; as well as general anxiety management; and learning to identify and productively resolve emotional unrest. I am also very experienced in cognitive restructuring, which is just a fancy way of saying helping to change the way a person thinks about the world and their place in it. I also enjoy aiding people in goal setting and identification, meaning-making, and navigating family conflicts. If you feel any of this could be helpful or useful to you, please do not hesitate to reach out! (Note: I do work with couples, but only on a cash-pay basis. Also, I only work with ages 18+)

Cate Dagilas

(she/her)

Cate Dagilas, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
13 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Cate Dagilas—a therapist, deep listener, dog lover, and firm believer that healing doesn’t have to be heavy all the time. My practice is rooted in compassion, humor, and the radical idea that you’re allowed to put yourself first without feeling guilty about it. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, relationship struggles, postpartum life, work/life balance, and the messy magic of figuring out who they are when they stop living for everyone else. Whether you're going through a major life shift or struggling to say "no" without a 4-paragraph explanation, you're in the right place.

Anntana Brown

(she/her)

Anntana Brown, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LPC
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland. I received my master’s from Purdue University Global and have been practicing for 7 years. I served in The United States Army, and I help veterans struggling with post traumatic stress disorder and to transition into civilian life. I help adults struggling with managing mental health symptoms and to become the best versions of themselves.

Tammy Jones

Tammy Jones, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
17 years of experience
Virtual
Hello and Welcome! I am Tammy Jones, a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Maryland. I have been in the helping profession for many years and thoroughly enjoy working with and helping others. I aspire to ensure that clients feel safe in the therapeutic environment and that they are comfortable talking with me about their personal selves. I will meet the client where they are in their journey and strive towards providing them with the tools to navigate through their depression, anxiety, and grief and loss, so they may improve their individual functioning. Therapy can stimulate personal development in areas that you wish to grow. I am willing and ready to listen when you are ready to begin your journey.

Nikis Ellis

Nikis Ellis, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
3 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. I received my Masters from LeTourneau University and have been practicing for 3 years. I work with adult clients living with self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and anger. The goal is to provide a safe space for clients to openly talk, gain self-awareness, and identify ways to overcome their challenges.

Priscilla Reaves

(she/her)

Priscilla Reaves, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland. I received my Masters from Coppin State University and have been practicing for 7 years. I am enthusiastic and excited for the opportunity to collaborate with you on your wellness journey. Together, we will explore your unique challenges and work towards meaningful, lasting change. I look forward to supporting you every step of the way as we create a path toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Mary Lynn Millsaps

Mary Lynn Millsaps, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW-C
12 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and certified Health Coach. Over the last 15+ years, I've helped women struggling with life changes, anxiety, depression or chronic illness overcome barriers to living a joyful life. My style is collaborative, using a variety of evidence-based techniques customized to what is most helpful and productive for each individual. I enjoy incorporating Christian values and practices where there is alignment in beliefs.

Denise Mitchell

(She/Her)

Denise Mitchell, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
20 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and obtained a Master of Education degree from the University of Pittsburgh. I work with teens and adults from diverse backgrounds and experiences. I work with individuals with anxiety, depression, coping skills, conflict resolution, trauma, problem-solving, and self-harm/suicidal thoughts. I am trained in two evidence-based models: Trauma-informed therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal as a therapist is to help everyone reach a place where they can be their best self. I look forward to supporting you in your journey.

Frequently asked questions

Why filter by Maryland rather than a city like Baltimore?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Maryland from Hagerstown to Ocean City! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Maryland.

Will my therapist take Blue Cross Blue Shield?

Yes! If you use Blue Cross Blue Shield you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Blue Cross Blue Shield you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

What are the "Clients say I'm" badges?

Grow Therapy asks patients about their experience with therapists after they have had a certain number of sessions. After enough responses, we add those characteristics to their profiles to help you find the best online therapists for you. We're still working on collecting this information from all our therapists.

Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

What to expect during your first session?

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs.

Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center. Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.