Therapists in Maryland

Find the best therapist in Maryland for your needs on Grow Therapy. With 261 verified therapists in Maryland, you can connect with licensed professionals who are currently accepting new patients. Grow Therapy verifies and credentials each Maryland therapist to ensure they are active, available, and aligned with your needs. Whether you’re seeking support for family conflicts, grief, life transitions, Maryland’s therapists offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique circumstances.

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Spirituality
Substance Misuse
Trauma and PTSD
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I have a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate their mental health journeys. I offer virtual therapy sessions, making it convenient for you to receive support from the comfort of your own space. Fluent in both English and Swahili. My journey to becoming a provider has been both personal and deeply meaningful. I have always been drawn to the idea of walking alongside others in their process of healing, growth, and transformation. For me, therapy is not just a profession—it's a calling. The ability to witness another person's story unfold, to hold space for their pain.
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ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
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I am a Deaf licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience, licensed in North Carolina, Alabama, Oregon, and Maryland. I exclusively serve Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients who use ASL, providing culturally affirming care grounded in deep understanding and lived experience. I specialize in neurodivergence, trauma, depression, and family or relational conflicts, and I draw from evidence‑based approaches such as CBT, DBT, EFT, Adlerian Therapy, Child‑Parent Psychotherapy, and CFT. My work is rooted in compassion, clarity, and empowerment, creating a therapeutic space where clients feel truly seen, supported, and equipped to grow.
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Empowering
Warm

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ADHD
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
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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.
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Anxiety
Depression
Women's Issues
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-Currently accepting insurance -Accepting new clients Dr. Erica is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience treating a wide range of conditions. If you are an individual who desires insight, feedback, coping tools, or deeper work to develop your Self, take this time to focus on you. My background comes with a broad range of experience working in settings and with populations such as individual, group, acute hospital, older adult services, residential, education, veterans affairs, and in research.
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First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Racism
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping people navigate life after adversity. My career has taken me from crisis response in refugee communities, to adolescent inpatient care; from the Peace Corps in Sierra Leone to supporting my clients and patients around the world. This journey has given me a deep understanding of resilience, cultural humility, and the many ways trauma can shape — but not define — our lives. In therapy, I create a safe, collaborative space grounded in trauma-informed care and cultural humility, where your story is honored and your strengths take center stage. I draw on practical tools, somatic strategies, and emotional attunement to support healing from anxiety, intrusive thoughts, relational challenges, and the impact of traumatic experiences. Whether you are seeking immediate relief or long-term transformation, I will meet you where you are and help you build the skills, insights, and confidence to move forward with clarity, curiosity and hope.
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Intelligent
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Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
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Do you feel like you have been stuck in a pattern that is holding you back? Have you tried everything you can think of to make a change, but are still feeling out of control or helpless? That’s where I come in. My job is to empower my clients to become more effective problem solvers. I teach them how to be confident, how to harness emotions instead of just avoiding them, and how to discover and channel a growth mindset. I utilize a skills based approach drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to help you create a multi-faceted toolbox that can be used to face challenges disrupting your life.
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Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
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I am a bilingual, independent clinical social worker with a background in public health and more than 18 years of experience in both physical and mental health care. Over the past seven years, my focus has been on providing mental health therapy to individuals seeking meaningful change and personal growth. In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients to deepen their self-awareness, explore the emotional and relational aspects of their experiences, and identify patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence daily life. My goal is to empower clients to build effective coping skills, navigate life’s challenges with confidence, and enhance their overall well-being. I am fluent in Amharic and offer therapy in both English and Amharic to best support the needs of my clients.
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Direct
Humorous

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Anxiety
Grief
Women's Issues
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Hi! I’m Catherine, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland and Virginia. I work with individuals and to navigate change, life transitions, anxiety, and relationship issues. In our work together we’ll explore the “what now?” and “what next?” in order to move forward on a meaningful and authentic life path. As a therapist, my focus is on helping you develop new strategies and perspectives to experience life with less suffering. Together, we’ll address current symptoms while also exploring the root causes for discontent. I approach each client with warmth and genuine curiosity about their history, experiences, strengths, and challenges. My focus centers on assisting clients in taking steps forward on a meaningful and authentic life path specifically for Gen-Xers, Millennials, and Gen-Zs. Together, we'll explore new strategies and perspectives to experience life with less suffering. We'll work to address current symptoms while also exploring the root causes for discontent. I am also a yoga teacher and incorporate somatic and mindfulness philosophy into my practice. I hold a Master of Social Work from Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois and a Bachelor of Arts in English from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. After a successful career is public relations and marketing, I returned to school to pursue my Master of Social work with advanced training in psychodynamic therapy, grief counseling, anxiety and related disorders, and emotionally focused interventions.
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Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
Hello! My name is Adrian Stanley. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland and California with a Masters in Professional Counseling. I work with children and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, as well as psychotic & mood disorders. I also work with couples for premarital, relationship & life transition issues and divorce counseling.
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Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQ
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Hello! I am Melanie and I have dreamed of helping other people live better lives since I was a little girl. I grew up in Baltimore City in a family that valued kindness, inclusion, and community service. I was the first person in my family to graduate from college, where I studied psychology and sociology. Twenty years ago, I started my first job in this field as a Residential Caseworker in a group home. I then went on to obtain a Master's in Social Work, after which I worked in a variety of settings to hone my skills as a social worker and therapist. I have worked in schools, domestic violence programs, hospitals, government agencies, residential facilities, outpatient clinics, and within the homes of my clients. These variegated experiences have allowed me to develop a skill set to effectively treat people of all ages and backgrounds who are navigating a wide range of stressors and problems. I am prepared to help you with any aspect of your life that has caused anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and unhealthy coping patterns (such as addiction, self-harm, self-isolation, and co-dependency with others). My clients tell me that I am warm, supportive, insightful, and- most importantly- genuine- in my care and support of them.
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Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
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I am a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping people navigate life’s challenges and find meaningful growth along the way. I serve individuals and families facing difficult transitions, healing from past experiences, or seeking a deeper understanding of themselves. By utilizing a strengths-based CBT approach, I help you identify unhelpful patterns while building on your inherent resources to foster empowerment. My goal is to provide a compassionate space where you can develop the clarity and resilience needed to improve your self-esteem and achieve your personal goals.
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Intelligent

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Anxiety
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
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I’m a born-and-raised New Yorker, raised by Caribbean immigrant parents who instilled in me the classic Millennial mantra: “You can achieve anything.” And while that belief fueled my ambition, it also came with a side order of generational challenges—perfectionism, chronic stress, anxiety, and a not-so-charming inability to gracefully handle life transitions. You know, the usual. But here’s the thing: hardship turned out to be my superpower. I became ambitious, self-aware, and checked all the right boxes, yet I couldn’t escape the cycle of mental and emotional roadblocks that left me feeling stuck, wondering how to truly move forward. This insight shaped not only my path but the way I guide others on theirs. Through my clinical work, I help high achieving millennials identify their patterns to move out of survival mode and into their surplus by bridging the gap between knowing and feeling —because being stuck isn’t who you are, and settling isn’t your story.
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Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I am often told that I am easy to open up to and talk to. My open-heart and open mind fosters relatability with clients of all ages. I provide empathetic and active listening to ensure my clients feel heard. My client's livelihood means a lot to me so I take their problems as serious as I take my own because of how much I care. I thrive on assisting my clients with starving their fears and distractions and feed their focus and motivation to increase wellness and balance in their lives. I encourage you to experience my genuineness and authenticity, as I create a safe and warming space for you to process and work through your issues at your pace. PLEASE NOTE: At this time, I’m available for appointments during daytime hours only. My afternoon slots are currently full and dedicated to working with children and adolescents. I truly appreciate your understanding and will do my best to find a time that works within my current availability.
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Authentic
Empowering

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ADHD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
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Bilingual in English and Spanish. Bilingue en Ingles y Espanol. I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. Soy licenciada en la Florida con 8 anos de experiencia como terapeuta profesional. I have experience in helping patients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. Tengo vasta experiencia ayudando a mis clients con sus estresores, ansiedades, con perdidas de seres queridos u otra indole, motivacion, auto estima y auto confianza asi como cambios o desarrollos de carreras. I work with my patients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Trabajo con mis pacientes para crear un ambiente abierto y seguro en el cual los pensamientos y sentimientos pueden ser compartidos sin temor a ser juzgados. Tomar el primer paso hacia la terapia se puede sentir extrano, pero es el camino a una vida mas plena lo cual requiere valentia. With the application of cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy methods as well as other individual techniques that match your individual needs, we can work towards alleviating how you feel and create insights into your unique situation. Con la aplicacion de la terapia cognitiva conductual, centrada en el ciente, tecnicas de motivacion y con metodos de solventacion de problemas ademas de otras tecnicas que pueden ser adaptadas a tus necesidades individuales, podemos colaborar hacia aliviar como tesientes y desarrollar diferentes perpectivas hacia tu situacion la cual es unica e individual.
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Child or Adolescent
Parenting
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello! My name is Melissa Maddox, I've been practicing in the mental health field, supporting both adolescents and adults in and around the Rockville area for the last 31 years. Therapy is my passion, and I'm grateful for the trust that every client gives to me when they allow me the chance to assist them in their journey towards positive growth and change. It's not just the trust they put into me, but also the trust they put into the process; a process that I know works. I see therapy as a collaborative effort between me and my clients, and I measure my success as a clinician by the success of my clients. I have a very laid-back style in both my therapeutic approach and my therapy environment. You can expect lots of humor, kindness, compassion, and empathy from me, as well as numerous candy jars, toys, games, and my dog Daisy sleeping through our sessions. I do offer both telehealth and in-person sessions, or a hybrid of both.
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Bipolar Disorder
Eating Disorders
Anxiety
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Over 20 years of experience guiding individuals and couples from struggle to strength. I trained at both Johns Hopkins psychiatry department and McGill university center for cognition and medicine. In recent years, I have specialized in working with clients struggling with mood disorders, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, cognitive disorders, eating disorders, weight management, and career-related challenges As a Cognitive Therapist, I believe that people have a choice: they can change their behavior, reframe their thought patterns, move forward, and regain hope.
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Authentic
Warm

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Anxiety
Career Counseling
Family Conflict
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Hello! I am a licensed counselor in Maryland with a NCC national certification, board certified telemental health counselor, and certified clinical trauma professional designation. I have had ten plus years in graduate education in counseling and approximately 5 in diverse clinical settings. I work with clients in managing their anxieties, exploring attachment for healthier relationships now, and career counseling for all ages and stages. I feel led and called to this job and enjoy the gentle guidance this job offers my clients.
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Holistic

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Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Peer Relationships
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and grounded in real life. I am a good fit for clients who value collaboration and are open to exploring how their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and past experiences influence their current challenges. My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive, and I tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, goals, and pace. If you are looking for a therapist who provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space while also offering practical strategies and evidence-based care, I may be a good fit for you.
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Empowering
Authentic

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Coping Skills
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Susan White specializes in individual therapy and has 15+ years of experience. Her areas of expertise are trauma, parenting, multicultural concerns, PTSD, LGBTQ challenges, and adjustment. She sees life as a journey and not a destination. You are one step closer to a new you, feeling empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Her goal is to help you.
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Empowering
Solution oriented

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
Hi! I'm Ariana! Welcome to the first step in your journey to healing! I serve all who come to seek to improve upon themselves in any capacity. I am a provider who values good, strong communication, honesty, mutual respect and most of all, a good laugh. Safety is always my goal when it comes to your care, and it is my priority. I work to give all the tools to find their strength, consistency and peace in building a life that works for them on their terms. Whether that's a need to create boundaries, learning to prioritize self, or managing symptoms of depression or anxiety - no need is unworthy of the time it takes to heal. Let's work together to build success, happiness, and joy. I'm ready when you are.
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Addiction
Military/Veterans
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello! My name is Douglas Starliper and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) licensed to practice psychotherapy in both Maryland and Virginia! Before becoming a licensed therapist, I spent a career as a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division where I deployed four times. The struggles many Veterans are facing today are what galvanized my interest and desire to begin my 2nd career as a therapist. I utilized my GI bill to complete my undergraduate degree at McDaniel College in Westminster, MD and my graduate degree at University of Maryland Baltimore. I recently completed the supervised portion of my career and am currently fully licensed to practice independently as a LCSW-C.
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Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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Many people are grappling with anxiety, depression, and trauma, which can make daily life extremely challenging. If you're reading this, you or someone you care about is probably searching for a way to improve their situation. I’m here to assist in that journey. I’m skilled in addressing a broad spectrum of mental health issues, but I particularly focus on anxiety, depression, and trauma. This specialization allows me to tailor more effective and personalized treatment plans. I prioritize truly understanding your experiences and perspectives, and I provide strategies that are crafted to meet your specific needs. Your well-being is my utmost priority. Using proven methods and drawing on extensive experience, I am dedicated to supporting your path to healing and self-discovery. Choosing to work with me means you're not just hiring a professional; you're engaging with someone who is committed to helping you find hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
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Anxiety
Depression
Men's Issues
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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.
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LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m a therapist with a social work background, and I work with young and middle-aged adults who are dealing with all kinds of stress in their lives. Over the past decade, I’ve worked with many LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals as they navigate the emotional ups and downs that can come with living in a changing social and political climate. Sometimes that stress shows up as anxiety, low mood, or intrusive thoughts that come and go. Other times, it can feel heavier or harder to manage on your own. I aim to create a space that feels warm, genuine, and welcoming—one where you can show up as you are and talk openly about what’s going on. Our work together is centered on what you need and what healing looks like for you. I’m thoughtful, curious, and supportive, and I also know when to be direct. My goal is to help you build tools to cope, make sense of your experiences, and move forward in a way that feels grounded and sustainable.
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Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Life Transitions
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Life can shift quickly, often in ways we don’t expect. I specialize in navigating these changes, working with people who are facing anxiety, major life transitions, and unexpected disruptions—whether related to illness, relationships, career changes, or simply figuring out who you are and where you’re headed. I believe therapy should feel supportive, human, and grounded in trust. My goal is to offer a space where you can take a breath, feel heard, and show up exactly as you are—without pressure or judgment. Regardless of what you are dealing with, you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to be in your corner and help you reconnect with your own strength when it feels hardest to find. I take a culturally sensitive and inclusive approach to therapy, where your identity, background, and experiences are respected and valued. I create a space that affirms LGBTQIA+ identities, welcomes people of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and supports neurodivergent clients and individuals with disabilities. Together, we’ll explore what you’re experiencing in a way that feels authentic, using strategies that honor who you are. My goal is for you to feel safe, understood, and supported as you grow.
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Solution oriented

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Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Trauma and PTSD
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I am here for you. My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage (LPC) and Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) in Maryland, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Oklahoma and Texas., and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida. I have a passion for helping individuals find healing, growth, and transformation in their lives. I have extensive education, experience, and expertise in various fields of counseling, ministry, and human relations. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others, I can help you.
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Anxiety
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
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I firmly believe that you possess the inner strength and resilience to overcome obstacles, and my role is to be your companion on this path to healing and self-discovery. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of life, identify patterns that may be overwhelming you, and work collaboratively toward meaningful change and personal growth. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C). In my 20 years of clinical experience, I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, parenting problems, trauma, end-of-life transitioning, and attachment-related difficulties related to emotional abuse, abandonment, and neglect.
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Warm

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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
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I provide clients with a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space to help them enhance their quality of life and overall well-being. My approach is culturally informed, as I acknowledge the social context and experiences that shape individuals' daily lives. I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, supporting them as they tackle various challenges, and empowering them to discover effective coping skills for managing difficulties. I find fulfillment in helping clients overcome relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other concerns. I truly believe that therapy, and the therapeutic relationship I build with clients, creates a space for healing, self-awareness, and personal growth. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Towson University. I specialize in working with adults, utilizing Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques. I’m passionate about helping clients feel a sense of belonging while exploring different facets of their identity. I also have a strong understanding of Ethiopian and immigrant experiences, and I am a dedicated ally of the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. I work with many clients from these communities, addressing cultural and individual trauma. Additionally, I am bilingual in Amharic and able to support clients whose primary or only language is Amharic.
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LGBTQ
Sex Therapy
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello! I’m Nina, a Licensed Clinical Therapist who has been working in trauma intervention for 17+ years. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a rape crisis counselor, a trauma-healing self-defense instructor, and trauma-informed care consultant for non-profits. I approach therapy using multiple modalities. I believe in the mind-body connection and integrate mindfulness and body-based interventions where needed, including a focus on the physiology of stress and emotions. I use a wholistic approach to therapy, exploring all your identities, ambivalences, and values, and believe that understanding your upbringing and cultures are critical to how you cope and relate to the world and yourself in it.
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Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my passion for counseling and extensive experience has continuously developed while supporting young adults, families and children. It is my hope to assist individuals in acknowledging their experience with mental health, accepting their issue as their own and identifying the life they desire to transition into. The primary focus of my service is to help individuals cultivate healthy self-acceptance and recognize that their experiences with mental health do not define their identity. I specialize in supporting individuals who face challenges related to stress, depression, and anxiety. I offer a warm, welcoming approach to therapy, paired with a strong commitment to excellent client care to ensure every interaction leaves a lasting, positive impression.
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Parenting
Self Esteem
Anxiety
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My name is Monica Miller. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Massachusetts, and Maryland. I have over 20 years of experience counseling children, parents, couples, and individuals. I received my Master's in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. As a transpersonal counselor, I view my clients' health through three lenses: Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual. While we may not discuss these in each of your sessions, they are always a part of your experience. I have experience working on personal growth, especially in the later stages of adolescence (ages 18-25). My familiarity with working with depression and anxiety allows me to help others in all stages of life.
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Anxiety
Racism
Trauma and PTSD
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I have over two decades of experience providing culturally appropriate care to those in emotional pain. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression, using an evidence-based intervention (acceptance and commitment therapy). I aim to empower and strengthen those struggling against systemic inequities. Since childhood, I have had a deep concern for people in pain, and I am particularly drawn to helping those oppressed and suffering from pain due to their race, gender, or socio-economic status. I have devoted my life's work to this cause – to hold out a hand and attempt to lift someone up who is depressed, traumatized, or stressed. You can learn more information about me at www.drjspayne.com.
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Anger Management
Anxiety
Grief
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I help anxious clients discover a sense of control, serenity, and relief from what they perceive as chaos. Anxiety has been my "friend" (in some ways) throughout my life. It helped me reach my goals because I learned to notice its presence, how it teams with other emotions, how to speak to it, and how to tell it to lower its voice when it is not needed. Aside from my lived experience, I have been a therapist for the past, 6 years with adults of all ages and know that you can control it with tailored strategies I can provide.
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ADHD
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
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I focus on a person-centered approach to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment where your voice is prioritized. I use techniques such as motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and positive psychology to help you discover your strengths, set meaningful goals, and foster lasting well-being. You deserve to be heard, understood, and empowered, and I am honored to accompany you on this journey. I have a listing on Psychology Today where you can learn more.
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Anxiety
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and provide virtual counseling services to those residing in FL, MD, MI, and VA. I received my Masters from the University of Michigan and have been practicing for 15 years. I specialize in women-specific counseling, addressing the unique challenges that women face, including issues related to self-esteem, confidence, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, anxiety, grief, stress and life transitions. I also specialize in working with women and families with a connection to adoption.
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Anxiety
Coping Skills
Women's Issues
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I have 20 years of experience counseling a diverse array of adult clients. In my office, each person is treated as the unique individual they are without judgment or comparison. I start by listening to understand your story, your strengths, your needs, and your goals. I will work with you to identify techniques and strategies to cope with depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, substance abuse recovery, difficulty setting boundaries, low self-esteem, caregiving stress, grief, work-life balance stress, and other life challenges. We will work together to build a toolbox of healthy coping strategies and skills that will lead you to reach your goals.
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Anxiety
Crisis Intervention
Depression
With a Master of Arts Degree from Liberty University, I am a compassionate counselor, licensed in the State of Maryland, who helps someone to develop alternative ways of thinking and behaving in order to reduce their psychological distress. Life presents circumstances that are often complex and affect our mood and behavior that with a different perspective and a plan for implementing distinctive practices, we can improve our behavior. Peace is the ultimate goal.
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Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maryland with nearly a decade of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care. I primarily support adult women navigating mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. As a Christian therapist, I also offer faith-integrated counseling for clients who wish to explore their healing journey through a spiritual lens.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
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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.
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Anxiety
Military/Veterans
Trauma and PTSD
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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Navy veteran, and mother of three, I bring a diverse life perspective to my therapeutic practice. With over 20 years of experience as a military spouse and professional roles in medical administration and youth programs, I offer a grounded, empathetic approach to healing. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression using evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT). Whether you are a young person finding your way or an adult navigating life’s complexities, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to address the past and reclaim your present. I am a firm believer in the power of positive affirmation and the essential practice of self-care
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Empowering
Holistic
Direct

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in Maryland I provide teletherapy services to clients in North Carolina and Vermont, and Maryland. I received my master's degree in counseling psychology from Antioch New England Graduate School, New Hampshire in 1992 and My Bachelors in Transpersonal Psychology from Burlington College, Vermont, 1987. I do IFS, EMDR, and Somatic work to help clients find lasting and transformative changes in their lives. I incorporate Spirituality into my work. I teach mindfulness and The Law of Attraction, and creative visualization. I am a CPTSD survivor, and I have used these therapies personally to find lasting peace and joy. I enjoy providing compassionate, supportive therapy, and deep insight orientated, transformative therapy. I enjoy helping clients reduce stress, heal codependency, and heal trauma, depression, and grief. I teach clients to find their inner confidence, and courage, to set boundaries with others and stop "people pleasing". I teach clients to Love themselves and communicate clearly and compassionately with others. I help clients to get to the root of their problems, learn to regulate their emotions, and find peace in the midst of worry and distress. I help clients learn to set boundaries in healthy relationships and to leave abusive relationships.
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Anxiety
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
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*EVENING APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY* My name is Ana-Alicia Garcia and I have been working as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland for 3 years. I graduated from Michigan State University to pursue a career to help people. I am someone who believes in finding ways to guide clients to the best version of themselves, blasting through the barriers and strengthening resolve. While my experience is primarily working with people involved in the correctional setting to address addictive and criminal behaviors, I have have a strong desire to assist those in the community with the challenges they face in daily life. I want to make sure those who experience anxiety, depression, indecision, tough adjustment to life changes, and difficulties in relationships all have a place to receive support and guidance toward a better path in their lives.
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Empowering
Intelligent

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Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
My name is Samuel and I have deep respect and admiration for any person willing to seek improvement in a therapeutic environment. I was born in Ethiopia, raised in Maryland. I have worked as a counselor/therapist since 2004 and have had great success working with people to improve their quality of life. My approach to therapy is to treat each person as a unique individual with potential to improve emotional health. Oftentimes, emotional injuries such as abandonment, betrayal, injustice, rejection, humiliation and loss can cause long term damage, preventing us from experiencing peace of mind or joy. Similar to physical injuries, emotional injuries can heal if treated with the proper amount of care and nurture. Therapy is a tool to learn how to heal emotional injuries, and trauma, in order to have the strength to strive towards our ultimate potential. Depression, anxiety, anger and many other symptoms are often the byproduct of unresolved emotional injuries. Also, therapy is able to increase self-awareness in order to form better relationships with loved ones and stop a cycle of despair and self-destructive behavior. I wish you the best in your journey towards wellbeing.
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Intelligent
Solution oriented

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Anxiety
Depression
Men's Issues
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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+)
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Warm
Solution oriented
Open-minded

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Anxiety
Career Counseling
Women's Issues
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I am the wife of a Retired Combat Veteran and a mother to four beautiful children. I understand the complexities of being separated from your spouse for extended periods and feeling alone in the relationship and raising the children. Even the most well-prepared and successful person can find themselves wondering how things became so complicated, messy, or challenging, and feel at a loss when it comes to what to do to put the pieces back together. People have been shaped and molded by their past experiences, both good and bad. Often, people feel drawn to focus on the bad experiences, leading to pain and struggles of many kinds.
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Empowering
Solution oriented

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Anger Management
Sex Therapy
Women's Issues
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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!
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Warm
Direct

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Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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Dr. Joseph Bullock, Ed.D., LCPC is a licensed clinical professional counselor (Maryland/Virginia) with over 30 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenges and achieve lasting mental and emotional well-being. He has served in leadership roles including Director of the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment for the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration and consultant to the U.S. Navy, where he provided training and supervision to behavioral health professionals. Dr. Bullock earned his Doctor of Education degree from Virginia Polytechnic University. In his practice, Dr. Bullock blends evidence-based, recovery oriented techniques with deep compassion and insight. He works collaboratively with clients to uncover barriers, clarify goals, and create practical, personalized strategies for growth. His approach focuses on helping people strengthen their relationships, enhance emotional resilience, and reconnect with their inner sense of purpose and peace. Dr. Bullock’s mission is to help each client move toward greater fulfillment—living with clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of balance.
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Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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Hello! I'm Kameke, a dedicated therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). My approach is tailored to help you harness your strengths, overcome challenges, and achieve meaningful, lasting change. Together, we’ll work to set and achieve your goals in a supportive and collaborative environment. I’m here to support you on your journey to a happier, healthier life.
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Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi! Hola (hablamos español)! I’m Jose! I have over 10 years of experience supporting individuals facing mental health challenges across a wide range of settings, including schools, community programs, residential treatment, and inpatient care. My work has allowed me to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, and I value meeting each person where they are. Outside of my professional life, I love being outdoors and staying active. Mountain biking is my favorite sport (right next to soccer), and music has always been a big part of who I am. I grew up listening to many different genres in both English and Spanish and dancing to anything with a good beat—something that’s still true today. I am also colorblind, and for the first three years of college I proudly called my “brown” shoes my favorite…until I learned they were actually green. At my core, I believe in moving through life with kindness and openness. We need compassion now more than ever. I also believe that laughter (and crying) is medicine so there is always space for that in our sessions. I believe that we are human beings before any title we hold—whether that’s parent, partner, caregiver, or professional. Each of us carries many parts of ourselves, and navigating them comes with its own challenges. Sometimes this journey begins in childhood; other times it starts after a major life event or even during a meaningful achievement. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to go through it alone. In our work together, my goal is to walk alongside you. I strive to go with the flow, learn together, be honest and supportive, empower you, and follow your lead while offering thoughtful perspective. I see therapy as a collaborative process rooted in trust, respect, and curiosity.
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Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
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I possess 3 years of experience working in hospice settings and over 20 years of experience working in the community with patients who have severe and debilitating mental illness. This has prepared me to work with people who are grieving as well as those who have anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, and co-occurring substance misuse. I utilize a Person-Centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Solution-Focused interventions when working with clients, as I strongly believe in meeting you where you are in the healing process.
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Learn more about our therapists in Maryland

Average cost per session:

$20

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Average years in practice:

12

Top conditions treated:

  • 82% Anxiety
  • 74% Depression
  • 49% Coping Skills
  • 44% Trauma and PTSD

Top 3 insurances accepted:

  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • United Medical Resources

Providers see clients:

  • 90% online only
  • 10% in-person and online

Providers are:

  • 82% Female
  • 14% Male
  • 1% Other

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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 Maryland. 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 insurance?

When booking you’ll be asked to verify with your Member ID. However, if you don’t have any of the insurances available 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.

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 happens during the first therapy 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.