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Tori Shequine, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Verified

Online & In-Person

Columbia, MD

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Experienced, holistic guide for your healing path Been in practice 28 years, treating adult trauma survivors and many others as they come to terms with their... Read more

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Julie Elliott, TX LMFT 4067, MD LCSW-C 34119

LCSW

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Greetings, I am Julie Elliott a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience. Currently living... Read more

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Patricia Bell, OH LISW I.2203636-SUPV, MD LCSW-C 32962

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I am licensed in Ohio with over 7 years of professional work experience in Clinical Therapy. I have experience in helping clients with most mental health... Read more

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Lorraine Helferich, MD LCPC LC9159

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I am a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) in Maryland, as well. I am also board certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors (NCC... Read more

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Pamela Byrd, MD LCPC LC3506

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I am the founder and owner of PBMJ Consultants and Associates, L.L.C. located in Baltimore, Maryland and established in 2012. As a licensed clinician and... Read more

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Carmen Haskins, DC LICSW LC200002387, LA LCSW 18426

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I'm Carmen Haskins, a therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. I specialize in working with... Read more

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Shashana Carter, MD LCSW-C 19359, MA LICSW LICSW128510

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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Therapist. Licensed in the state of Maryland with overall 10 years of services, training and experience working in... Read more

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Jennifer Such, MD LCSW-C 28966, MO LCSW 2021012119

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Hello, if you have found yourself on BetterHelp’s website, you’re most likely experiencing a struggle in your life that you need assistance with. My name... Read more

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Thomas Floyd, MD LCSW-C 14617, DC LICSW LC301300

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I am licensed in Maryland and The District of Columbia with over 46 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and... Read more

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Latonia Staten, MD LCPC LC8789

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I'm a therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging transitions. I work with clients across diverse... Read more

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Taryn Grey, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

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Hi, I’m Taryn! I have been a licensed counselor for almost 20 years working with individuals, couples, and families through mental health, relationship, and... Read more

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Clark Pinson, PhD

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Frederick, MD

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I specialize in trauma recovery. My initial priority is for my clients to feel seen and heard. I’ve undergone therapy and know how important this is. I’m... Read more

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Candice Mitchell, , MS, LCPC, NCC,

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

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Ellicott City, MD

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As an EMDR-trained clinical psychotherapist with extensive experience in treating trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, addiction, personality disorders and dual... Read more

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Linnea Realon, LCPC, LCMHC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

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I have experience working with teens and adults who find themselves worrying about the future or things they cannot control. I have worked with people who are... Read more

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Linda Dalder, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Verified

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Free initial consultation

I specialize working with adults 18yrs and older who are seeking individual therapy to focus on their own needs, mood issues and life changes. Life can be... Read more

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Brendan O'Connell, LMSW

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Certified

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Washington, DC

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However your struggles present—whether through perfectionism, chronic doubt, anxiety, or emotional numbing—they make sense. We don't ignore the impact they... Read more

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Ann Inniss, PhD, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

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Certified

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La Plata, MD

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I provide a warm, supportive, and compassionate space where adolescents and adults can feel heard, understood, and empowered as they navigate anxiety... Read more

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Jonay Boylan, LGPC

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I help adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional distress through practical, evidence-based... Read more

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Jannia Mitchell, LCSW-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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With over a decade of experience as a therapist, I specialize in helping individuals gain clarity, embrace vulnerability, and work toward meaningful change. My... Read more

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Emily Kendall, LCPAT, LCPC.

Art Therapist

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I am an experienced art therapist and counselor who is dedicated to helping young adults cope with neurodivergence, adversity, anxiety, and depression. You... Read more

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Beth Aitken, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Verified

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Olney, MD

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Free initial consultation

I am an experienced licensed professional counselor, licensed in the state of Maryland. I am dedicated to helping people will a variety of mental health and... Read more

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Robyn Haim, LMSW

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Online only

Gaithersburg, MD

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Let me in passenger side so I can help guide you on the journey to your goals! I am a licensed social work therapist here to help. Anxious about political... Read more

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Aimee Heilig, LCSW-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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With a person-centered approach, I work to create a welcoming, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can explore and process thoughts, feelings, and... Read more

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Octavia Carlos, LCSW-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Largo, MD

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I am a seasoned therapist who has experience working with adults struggling with stress, depression and relationship issues. Let me help you achieve PEACE OF... Read more

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Ashley Saltzman, LCPC, NCC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

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Frederick, MD

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Ashley Saltzman, LCPC, NCC is an experienced counselor who is dedicated to helping children, teens, and adults heal from trauma and cope with anxiety... Read more

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Jonathan Le, LCPC, CCTP

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Certified

Verified

Certified

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Online & In-Person

Rockville, MD

Online & In-Person

Welcome to Anchor Point Professional Counseling! My name is Jonathan Le and I am the founder of this private practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional... Read more

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Starling Hathcock, LCSW-C, CCTP

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Certified

Verified

Certified

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It is frustrating and exhausting moving through each day feeling like you don’t have the tools you need to thrive. We can work together to develop new skills... Read more

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Sydney Armitage, LMSW

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Lexington Park, MD

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I am a creative child, adolescent, and young adult therapist who is dedicated to helping people experiencing anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. ... Read more

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Alice Zhao, LCPC

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Verified

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Cockeysville, MD

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I provide a compassionate and culturally sensitive space where individuals can heal, grow, and feel understood through life’s challenges. I believe therapy... Read more

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Rick Conway, LCPAT, LCPC, LPAT, ATR-BC

Art Therapist

Verified

Online & In-Person

Rockville, MD

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People will sometimes say, “There is an elephant in the room that we are not talking about.” Rick is dedicated to helping you find what you may need to... Read more

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