Christian Therapists in Maryland

For individuals seeking a Christian therapist who approaches therapy within a Christian framework, working with a therapist who integrates faith-based principles with mental health support can offer a deeply affirming and holistic experience. With 20 Christian therapists in Maryland, you can explore concerns such as stress, relationships, and purpose in alignment with your Christian values. Each Grow Therapy-verified Christian therapist listed below is accepting new clients and offers compassionate, faith-based support with availability in the coming weeks.

Toni Staten, LCPC, Board Approved Supervisor

(she/her)

Toni Staten, LCPC, Board Approved Supervisor, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$175/session
LPC
18 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
15732 Crabbs Br...
Do you ever feel like nobody is listening to you? or trying to help you make sense of your struggle? Do you feel that what you are going through makes you feel alone like nobody gets you? Been there...I get it...and I feel you. I will be the first to admit that I don't understand everything but I have enough life experience, to relate to you on some level. I try my best to build our work together on trust, integrity, understanding, and honesty. I work best with individuals who are willing to do the work, the hard work so that you can create an empowered life and improve your quality of life. I focus on issues that include: anxiety, alcohol use/abuse, marijuana use/abuse, depression, psychosis (first episode), life transitioning, and trauma. I work with ages 14 and older, veterans, men and women. I offer group counseling services for substance abuse (alcohol & marijuana), and specialty services for immigrants such as forensic mental health evaluations and adulting courses.

Michael Whiteside

(he/him)

Michael Whiteside, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$150/session
LCSW-C
6 years of experience
Virtual
Are you tired of just surviving through life? Do you miss the joy of fulfillment or the freedom of fully embracing all that life has for you? Do you miss being able to just be you? I am here for you and with you. My name is Michael Whiteside, and I am a compassionate, communal, and comedic Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping others regain control of their life and living life to the fullest. Together, we will partner in helping you have a life worth living by understanding how the pain of the past is interrupting the present and jeopardizing the future. Pain looks different for everyone. Whether anxiety, depression, racial trauma, life transitions, or racial identity challenges, our work begins when you show up. There is not any other requirement for therapy with me, except that you give yourself permission to be fully engaged in our work. Life has so much more for you. Give yourself back that freedom and let's get started.

Karen Ann Schmid

(she/her)

Karen Ann Schmid, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW-C
30 years of experience
Virtual
As a member of the Rainbow community, LGBTQI+ clients can find a safe space to land, I have a special connection with others within my community. I am happy to help & I’ve got your back! Authenticity is my strength as well as my style of choice. I celebrate when women can find their own unique and powerful identities as people and find their special strengths and abilities. May I have the privilege of helping you discover how wonderful you really are? I am a 1990 graduate of the University of Maryland’s School of Social Work. I have a MSW, with a concentration in clinical social work. I am licensed as an MD LCSW-C. I have extensive knowledge and experience in working with clients who are seeking clinical support with issues across the mental health/wellness spectrum.

Lauren P

(she/her)

Lauren P, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LPC
5 years of experience
Virtual
I’m a therapist within the field of Mental Health with over 10 years of experience. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, stress management, adhd, depression/mood disorders, and simply navigating through life. My preferred therapy approach is providing a safe and warm-welcoming environment. It is important for clients to be challenged as many of us are resistant to change. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients based on their needs. Clients should walk away from each session feeling as though they have learned something new about them selves.

Matt Loveland

Matt Loveland, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
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.

Rebekah Machiela

Rebekah Machiela, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$130/session
LCSW-C
14 years of experience
Virtual
I am a LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical) in Maryland with 14 years experience working in the psychotherapy setting as well as providing counseling in medical hospitals. I am uniquely positioned to help you process stress and anxiety associated with life transitions, complicated relationships, grief, postpartum adjustment, and end of life issues. I value working with clients to uncover the root of their anxiety, which often includes exploring early childhood relationships and experiences.

Sharon Greenidge, MSW, MS

(she/her)

Sharon Greenidge, MSW, MS, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$140/session
LCSW-C
11 years of experience
Virtual
I am an independent licensed clinical/certified Social Worker. I first started my career in Child Welfare in various states/levels of government as an investigator and elevated to a supervisory role. I also hail from the US Department of Veterans Affairs in a Management role. However, it is my pleasure to now serve as Therapist and in my private practice. My main specialty areas include, but are not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Intimate Partner Violence, Grief and Loss, Narcissism, Codependency, Geriatric, etc.

Tiffany Scott

Tiffany Scott, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW-C
9 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Certified serving the state of Maryland. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City, with a specialization in advanced clinical social work practice, and my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. My goal is to serve children, youth and adults who are striving to become the best version of themselves.

Diane Younkins

(she/her)

Diane Younkins, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LPC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Are you looking to grow in wisdom and compassion? For yourself? Your situation? Others? Diane Younkins provides support for adults who feel stuck or are in transition and want to develop in wisdom and maturity, love and compassion. Using mindfulness insight and other techniques, she encourages authentic living with awareness, gentleness, humor, creativity and courage. As a trained pastoral counselor, she encourages clients to bring the strength of their faith and belief systems into the mix as part of their healing work. Diane is trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Counting and Mindfulness to help people heal from trauma.

Ray Smith

Ray Smith, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LCSW-C
15 years of experience
Virtual
I have been in the field for over 25 years and received my graduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh with an LCSW and QCSW. Blah, Blah, Blah! But those things aren’t as vital as me sharing with you what I bring. As you can see from my pictures, I am very optimistic and happy. I bring this same spirit to the therapeutic process. I strongly believe in healing through humor, so I laugh and help things seem organic in the session. My office is small, quaint, warm, and cozy. It always has an effervescent, calming scent that relaxes the room. You can sit on the couch or in a comfortable chair, and we will casually discuss the week’s challenges. You are the driver of your ship, the master of your life. Please think of me as a passenger in your car, taking directions as you guide each week on how we need to address your treatment needs. Let’s take this trip together!

Jessica Rittenhouse

Jessica Rittenhouse, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW-C
10 years of experience
Virtual
I am a clinically licensed social worker in Virginia with over 10 years experience working as a counselor with adolescents and adults. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anger management, relationship issues, goal setting and achievement, and parenting problems. My counseling style is upbeat, motivational, and interactive. I believe in getting to know each person as a unique individual and working creatively to incorporate your beliefs, values, and important life experiences into reaching your goals. My approach is very client-centered with a focus in cognitive-behavioral therapy. I will work with you to understand and meet your specific needs and desires.

Barbara Bogley

Barbara Bogley, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$115/session
LCSW-C
24 years of experience
Virtual
Hi and welcome to my profile. My name is Barbara and I am an LCSW-C located in Frederick County, MD. I am currently licensed to see clients anywhere in MD. Over the past 2 decades in the mental health field, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of various therapeutic techniques and methodologies from working in clinical out-patient and hospital based settings with children, teens, couples and adults. For the past 11 years, I have been doing private practice based work and have been primarily virtual since 2023. I attended the University of Maryland at College Park for my Bachelor’s in Psychology and then received my Masters in Clinical Social Work (with a minor in Program Administration) from the University of Maryland in Baltimore in 2001. I currently provide telehealth therapy to adult women ages 18-70 years old experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, burnout from career, family responsibilities, and relationships, problems in their marriage, family or personal life, chronic health/medical issues that impact mental health, and trauma from current or past experiences. I also work with women dealing with fertility issues, complicated pregnancy, infant loss, premature delivery, and post partum mental health and adjustment issues. **I currently do not provide therapy to men.** I also want to share that as a Christian, I am happy to discuss with you as a fellow believer how to use Scripture, prayer and your relationship with God to support you in your path to wellness, health and healing in your therapy sessions if that is something that is important to you.

Lindsay Cole Wallace, LCSW-C

(she/her)

Lindsay Cole Wallace, LCSW-C, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$140/session
LCSW-C
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I'm Lindsay. I am here to help you on your healing journey. I believe that each and every person holds all of the wisdom they need to overcome life’s traumas directly within themselves. My job as a therapist is to help shine a light on your own inner wisdom, and guide you through the healing process in a safe, nonjudgmental space. I believe that when we approach life’s challenges with curiosity rather than criticism we are better able to reach a sense of peace and acceptance to some of lives most complex circumstances and hardships. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate their journey to their most authentic, free, and true selves. I believe that when we have the tools to attune ourselves to our mind, body and spirit we come home to ourselves. And when we are at home within ourselves, we are free. Whether you are seeking to recover from narcissistic abuse, intimate partner violence, or family or childhood trauma, or you are struggling with a difficult life transition or depression, or anxiety. I will meet you exactly where you are. I believe that each individual is the expert on their own lives. My sole purpose as your therapist is to guide you with compassion and care to help you unlock your innate inner wisdom and equip you with the tools you need to overcome the trauma of your past. I am dedicated to liberation therapy and I reject all systems of oppression including but not limited to white supremacy, racism, and sexism.

Dr. Olushola Bakare, CHST, CST, LMFT, EdD

(she/her)

Dr. Olushola Bakare, CHST, CST, LMFT, EdD, LCMFT - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$200/session
LCMFT
18 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Dr. Olushola Bakare, and I'm a board-certified Psychotherapist. I attended St Joseph College. I'm happy to help you today with any of your concerns. I enjoy empowering people and digging out their strengths. I don't ask fish to fly, neither do I ask birds to swim. I respect everyone's strengths and help my client recognize them. I love to highlight my client's strengths. I offer a safe, warm, therapeutic, judgment-free space for Adults (18+) and Older Adults (65+). I am sorry, but I do not accept clients who pay in cash. Also, every late cancellation or no-show accrues a late charge fee. It is my ethical duty to officially terminate our therapeutic relationship when it is reasonably clear that the client is no longer beneficent, services are no longer required, counseling no longer serves the client's needs and interests, or Dr. Olushola Bakare, LMFT limits do not allow the provision of further counseling services. It is the policy of Dr. Olushola Bakare, LMFT, that our professional relationship will be terminated after a one-month consistent lapse of meeting with a client. Dr. Olushola Bakare, LMFT, will attempt to notify you of this change in status as soon as possible after one month. My ethical duty is identifying, being available, and caring for current clients. It could feel awkward for our relationship to end, yet it is not meant to be discourteous in any way. I do not complete disability forms (Social Security, work excuse, FMLA, Court papers/legal papers, emotional support letters, etc). NO COUPLE THERAPY OR MEDICATION MANAGEMENT, PLEASE!

Carrie Freshour, LCSW-C

(she/her)

Carrie Freshour, LCSW-C, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$250/session
LCSW-C
25 years of experience
Virtual
Hello there! I am Carrie Freshour, LCSW-C, a licensed clinical social worker with a rich tapestry of experience spanning over two decades. I am currently accepting new clients; however, please be advised that I have very specific and limited session times open at this time. Therefore, I require a consultation call before scheduling to ensure I can meet your needs and allow you to meet me. PLEASE SCHEDULE A 15-MINUTE CONSULTATION CALL BEFORE SCHEDULING. Hopefully, this will make it a win-win! Now, here is a little more about me: I wear many hats—clinician, leader, trainer, author, speaker, mom, and subject matter expert. My mission is to guide you through life's challenges, helping you unlock your true potential and achieve sustainable results. With a foundation in trauma-informed theories, I'm here to empower you. Whether regaining control over your life, boosting self-esteem, conquering self-sabotage, or mastering conflict management, I draw from my extensive clinical background to provide the best practices for lasting change. I believe in the power of strength and resilience. My approach is rooted in these principles, shaped by my lived experiences, clinical expertise, and years of coaching. I'm not afraid to have tough conversations that lead to breakthroughs, helping you overcome obstacles and turn aspirations into realities. As a therapist, I specialize in working with teens and adults who've faced trauma, abuse, and violence. I understand the unique challenges you may be facing and create a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings. School stress, career decisions, toxic environments, or relationship issues? I'm here to listen and equip you with the tools to thrive. Together, we work towards your goals, helping you live your best life. Taking the first step toward therapy can be intimidating, but it's courageous. Congratulations on this significant leap! Stronger together! Carrie

Marita Kershaw

(she/her)

Marita Kershaw, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LCSW-C
12 years of experience
Virtual
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of diverse experience and I continue to evolve in new treatment models. I have worked with individuals, families, and couples alike. I have specialized training in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and women's issues. In my approach to individual therapy, I utilize treatment methods such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused and Strength Perspectives.

Melanie Roserie

Melanie Roserie, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW-C
18 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Melanie. Do you feel tired all the time, burned out, and detached from your loved ones? Are you constantly nervous or worried? Have you experienced a trauma that just keeps on replaying in your mind or in your dreams? I help people manage depression, anxiety, sleep, and/or work through trauma. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to feeling like yourself again. We'll use a whole self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, sleep disturbances, cycles of anxiety and depression, or trauma, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's put in this work together! You got this!

Tristesse Casimier

Tristesse Casimier, LCSW-C - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$160/session
LCSW-C
10 years of experience
Virtual
My clinical experience has been providing individual therapy services to adolescents, adults and seniors. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and family issues. My goal is to create a space where clients can authentically express themselves without fear of judgment or misunderstanding and to empower individuals to present their true selves confidently to the world. I aim to help clients embrace all parts of themselves as they heal and grow. You are the narrator of your story and I am here to guide and help support you through your journey.

Harriet Adamson

(she/her)

Harriet Adamson, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LPC
16 years of experience
Virtual
Hello my name is Harriet. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I completed my Masters of Professional Counseling degree at Regent University in Alexandria, Virginia in August 2008.   As a Professional Christian Counselor, I am psychologically trained licensed mental health professional who integrates my knowledge, skills and abilities with my Christian faith, values, and beliefs. I will work with you to help resolve your concerns.

Tracy Meyer

(she/her)

Tracy Meyer, LPC - Maryland Therapist at Grow Therapy
$175/session
LPC
4 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
100 W Henrietta...
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in the state of Maryland. I have my master's degree in a CACREP accredited program from Liberty University. I am a doctoral student pursuing a degree in Counseling Education and Supervision. I am trained in EMDR therapy. I am in the process of training to become an EMDR consultant. I am also training to become a certified trauma specialist. I have completed specialized training for treating adolescent and adult ADHD.

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