Life can often be difficult and hard to navigate, but we all have the strength and resilience to grow and change, and live a more fulfilling life. Counseling can greatly help.

Therapy is a challenging, yet warm process that entails self-reflection and honest conversation. It is important for me to create a space for you to feel comfortable, and open. My goals are to help you reach your goals in a supportive, empathetic, and compassionate space where you feel safe. Visit my offices in the Towson, Baltimore area or virtually.

Services In towson, baltimore

Individual Counseling in Towson, Baltimore or virtually

I work with a wide range individuals experiencing diverse issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, impacts of trauma, grief and loss, identity exploration and life transitions. Areas of focus are: Depressed mood – lack of motivation and/or lack of enjoyment in life; Anxiety – generalized anxiety, panic; Stress management; Anger issues; Relationship problems; Abuse; Family issues; Poor self-esteem; Limiting behaviors or beliefs; Finding purpose, value, or meaning in life; Difficult childhoods; Traumatic experiences.

Couples Therapy in Towson, Baltimore or virtually

A large portion of my practice is dedicated to couples counseling and therapy. I know that a lack of communication, and sometimes years of fighting can feel overwhelming. I am here to help you. I combine the structure of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with my actual experience in working with couples to help you create the lasting change you are looking for.

About

Clinical Experience
I have experience working with individuals and couples. I have worked in an agency setting and private practice setting which has given me the tools to provide therapy for a diverse range of clients. I strive to continue to learn to ensure that my clients are given the best therapy that I can provide in the Towson, Baltimore area or virtually.

Clinical Specialties
My clinical interests are trauma, anxiety, depression, self-worth, life transitions, stress, women’s issues, relationship and marital concerns (couples therapy). My style of therapy utilizes an integration of traditional, relational psychotherapy with relational and somatic aspects to help you to connect with your innate wisdom. I utilize:
Licensing
  • State of Maryland by The State Board of Professional Counselors & Therapists
  • License Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
  • License Number LC95453

Education
  • Loyola University Maryland - (Masters of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling)
  • Notre Dame of Maryland University, Baltimore, MD (Bachelor of Arts – Communication)
  • Training - AEDP, EFT, Brainspotting

Therapy

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)

Authentic and caring relationships can be a vehicle for change. 

AEDP (developed by Diana Fosha) is a relational therapy that focuses on creating a space where clients can feel valued, nurtured, and cared for. The therapist is affirming, attuned, engaged, and genuinely sees clients' strengths. 

Through this healing relationship, the adaptive defenses that we all wear in daily life are no longer needed and we can safely explore emotions which have previously felt overwhelming or too scary to face. 

Often, experiencing feelings in the company of a caring other is a new, positive experience. Through processing previously avoided feelings and material, transformation and growth can occur.

Core Self Reclamation Therapy (CSRT)

Core Self Reclamation Therapy (developed by SueAnne Piliero) is a relationally bold clinical model that heals the patient’s Wounded Self by championing the Core Self so that the Present-Day Self can flourish.

At the heart of suffering is self-rejection, caused by a reaction to traumatic experience/s in which the patient internalizes self-hatred in the form of Core Erroneous Beliefs and Pathogenic Affects (e.g., “I am unlovable, it’s all my fault, I am bad.”)

The CSRT therapist stands in on behalf of the patient’s Core Self, piercing the defenses and the toxic shame states, to guide the patient back home to themselves.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is a type of short-term therapy that is used to improve attachment and bonding in adult relationships.

This approach to couples therapy was developed by doctors Sue Johnson and Les Greenberg in the 1980s and is rooted in research on love as an attachment bond. While often used for couples, it has also been adapted for use with families.

This treatment can help couples and family members form a more secure emotional bond, which can result in stronger relationships and improved communication.

Brainspotting

Brainspotting (developed by David Grand, Ph.D) locates points in the client’s visual field that help to access unprocessed trauma in the subcortical brain.

BSP makes use of this natural phenomenon through its use of relevant eye positions.

This helps the BSP therapist locate, focus, process and release a wide range of emotionally and bodily-based conditions. BSP is also a brain-based tool to support the therapy relationship.

We believe that BSP taps into and harnesses the body’s natural self-scanning, self-healing ability.

When a Brainspot is stimulated, the deep brain appears to reflexively signal the therapist that the source of the problem has been found.

BSP can also be used to find and strengthen our natural resources and resilience.

BSP is designed as a therapeutic tool that can be integrated into many of the healing modalities.

Pricing

Individual Therapy

MOST POPULAR
$150
  • 50-minute session
  • In-Person at Towson Office
  • Virtual

Couples Therapy

$175
  • 50-minute session
  • In-Person at Towson Office
  • Virtual

Insurance

Please note that clients will be responsible for the full fee in the event of a missed or cancelled appointment with less than 24 hours notice. Fees are due at the time of service in the form credit card, Zelle; check or cash. FSA/HSA cards are also accepted.

I am not in network with any insurance companies. If you have mental health insurance benefits with your insurance provider you may be eligible to submit a claim for reimbursement of out-of-network services provided.

Contact

  • 8415 Bellona Lane, Suite 215, Towson, MD 21204

Monday: 1:00pm – 7:00pm Tuesday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Wednesday: 10:00am – 7:00pm Thursday: 10:00am – 7:00pm