Life as a college student is supposed to be great, but at the end of the day it can really suck. Exams, studying, roommates, relationships, missing home - these are all things that can drive us crazy, not to mention any depression or anxiety that might have been hanging around before. And if you’re dealing with sexuality or gender identity issues, it can really feel difficult. If you’ve made it this far you’ve taken an awesome step towards figuring stuff out. It’s not easy to do, and therapy r...
I have several years of experience doing telemental health an am currently offering full time online sessions in response to Covid 19. My hours are flexible in response to the crisis. When you come to see me as a client, you too, have a story to share, a need to be heard, and a space where you can reconnect with your inner resourcefulness. Your narrative is uncovered and cultivated, as together in therapy, we tackle together the stressors that arise from school, family, and social challenge...
Ever feel like no one gets you? Not your parents, friends, acquaintances? You feel like you don't belong anywhere? School feels overwhelming and you don't have anyone in your family who can relate to you? You ever feel like you don't want to get out of bed for the day, you just want to lie there under the covers? Are you drinking more on the weekends so much so that you can not remember what you did the night before? Do your friends and family tell you that they are concerned about your drinkin...
How many times have you heard, “These are the best years of your life”? And who says this? [Hint: adults who went to college many years ago.] But if you ask a college student, there’s a good chance they will talk more about anxiety or depression than enjoying the best years of their life. According to the American College Health Association’s 2018 study, 63 percent of college students said they had “felt overwhelming anxiety” and more than 41 percent said they had felt so depressed that it wa...
We are a group private psychotherapy practice comprised of therapists who provide compassionate counseling by a team approach, to meet the diverse needs of busy Washingtonians. We love supporting people individually, and throughout the lifespan of their families!...
Hello! I'm Kristen Custer - I currently have openings at Custer Therapy for young adults interested in individual therapy. If you are looking for relief from overwhelming anxiety or desire the ability to tame anxiety impacting your life, then you are in the right place! I am a therapist passionate about working with those experiencing anxiety and related issues such as obsessive-compulsive disorders, depressive disorders, transitional life stress, and interpersonal problems. Anxiety can be i...
Are stress and anxiety are getting in the way of the life you want to lead? Do you feel tense, overwhelmed, and stuck in your head much of the time? Maybe you struggle with physical symptoms like headaches, insomnia, and digestive problems. But you don't have to live like this forever! The right treatment can help you move beyond the fear and worry that is holding you back. In therapy, I can help you understand how anxiety hijacks your brain and body and how you can stop it from getting the uppe...
Amber believes in developing a trusting relationship where identified strengths are encouraged to foster confidence and positive growth. Amber uses creative devices to encourage children and adolescents to explore their emotions, social skills, and strengths in a safe environment. She also believes in discovering the function of behaviors and the underlying emotions behind them to work toward solutions and healthy alternatives. Amber celebrates diversity and understands that each client has uniq...
Dr. Scarborough provides testing services including neuropsychological, psychological, and psychoeducational evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults (college students) in Baltimore County and the surrounding areas. Each evaluation is tailored to the individual in order to address specific concerns (e.g., difficulty focusing, problems completing tasks/assignments, losing things, etc.) and questions (e.g., Do I have ADHD?). The evaluation will provide an understanding of the indi...
My specialty is working with people with anxiety, depression, and a history of interpersonal trauma. Additionally, I value working with those exploring the impact of gender and race on their identity and life experiences and those living between cultures and languages. I bring over 20 years of clinical experience, including three university counseling centers, hospitals, and community clinics, including one specialized in caring for the LGBTQ+ community, before establishing my practice in 201...
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Why I do this work I have always been a very compassionate person and I love to help others. I have been through my own journey to reach wholeness and I understand the hard work that goes into making healthy life changes. I want to be there for others so that they know they are never alone. My Education & Experience I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Health Science from Towson University. I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from The University ...
Therapy is all about the relationship you have with your therapist. Shana specializes in working with trauma and its related disorders. Trauma shatters your world the world around you, including your personal and professional relationships. Shana bring creativity and above all else sincere caring for her clients. She creates a warm self-honoring environment that increases in the ability to develop positive tools to navigate through their traumas, challenges, anxieties, and fears. Shana's counse...
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My goal is to foster your inner strengths to aid you during your difficult path. Many experience times of depression, anxiety, trouble in relationships, sexual difficulties, or life transitions. My experience has focused on working with clients who strive to heal from past trauma, improve their sexual health, and reconnect in relationships. I work hard to guide couples to improve communication, regaining intimacy, and lessen disconnect. I work with individuals and couples who want to have more p...
PLEASE NOTE: TELETHERAPY SESSIONS ONLY! Melanie works from a relational, psychodynamic, feminist and compassion-based approach to therapy. She has experience with various mindfulness modalities. Melanie provides specialized work in evaluations and referrals for gender affirming medical treatments and surgeries. She takes an individualized approach to treatment and supports clients in their work towards reaching their personal goals. Melanie has experience working in mental health and communit...
Students in search of an affirming and non-judgmental space may feel at home with me. I believe in collaborative approach to therapy, where we work together as a team. I reject pathologization and the notion that we are “broken” if we are struggling. I am non-binary and queer, and have extensive training and experience working with gender identity and sexual orientation, as well as help access gender affirming interventions. Whether you are come for concerns related to gender or sexuality, or...