I am a psychologist specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression. CBT is a type of therapy that helps people feel better and achieve life goals by developing new ways of thinking, feeling, and interacting with themselves and their world. As a scientist-practitioner, I am committed to providing treatment that is proven to work, including CBT, ERP, and mindfulness. However, psychological science can only take us part of the way to your therapeutic goals. Your e...
Hello, I'm Karey. With over 17 years of experience in the field, I've developed a deep understanding of child development and a keen sensitivity to the needs of families with children. My journey in mental health has allowed me to work with a diverse range of clients, each with unique stories and challenges. I specialize in supporting individuals with ADHD, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and anger management concerns. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with people on the Auti...
I use drama therapy, talk therapy, and EMDR therapy to help people transform from surviving to thriving. I tend to work best with people who feel used, abused, neglected, or rejected and people who want to find or reclaim their voice....
In my work with clients, I use a really practical, active and results-oriented approach called cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I don't spend much time at all on trying to figure out the past origins and history of your problems. Instead, I help you learn and apply specific strategies, skills and techniques so you can overcome your problems in the present, and achieve whatever personal therapy goals you choose for yourself, such as: socializing, making friends, forming relationships, being as...
Many folks come to me with various pesky symptoms that have manifested & are being expressed in damaging ways. Some of those symptoms include & are not limited to overactivated nervous systems, self-deprecation, interpersonal/relational challenges, overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, & impulsivity. Our work together will include digging underneath the accumulated soil & sediment to recognize the roots of adverse experiences we may have had as children & adolescents. Learning how certain exper...
College can be an incredibly stressful time. For many people, it is their first time living away from home and having to navigate the complexities of adult life for the first time. College students have so many varied responsibilities, and need to manage balancing classes, homework, extra curriculars, social life, sleep, and more! I specialize in anxiety disorders - ranging from typical life stresses, to generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorde...
We recognize that the strongest predictor of successful outcomes for clients is a strong, open and trusting relationship. To that end, our goal is to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment in which clients feel safe to explore life struggles and grow in their capacity to address them by being mindful and flexible. We believe in collaborating with our clients to provide a space for active change both in perspective and action. Therefore, we set goals with clients early on and then teach s...
Are you struggling to find traction and purpose in life? Are you stuck or finding a lack of satisfaction in your relationships? I have extensive experience working with people struggling with a variety of issues and have worked with people at every stage of the their journey. I have helped many clients reclaim their "hero's journey" and find their way out of the maze of anxiety, depression and apathy they may find themselves in. I provide a safe and engaged environment to take the opportunity to...
I believe that given a safe environment, authentic connection, and the necessary tools, clients can integrate their pasts, create their futures, and live in the present moment. I utilize eclectic therapeutic techniques to best meet the needs and goals of my clients. In addition to traditional techniques, I also apply my training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Teens, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, and spiritually-integrated psychotherapy. I believe that with a trusting and honest conne...
I believe how we think about our experiences and what we do in response matters as much as what actually happens to us. I help my clients develop awareness of their thoughts, feelings, action, and their bodies, and help them explore how those experiences might interact with one another, both in the past and present. ​ I also believe in balancing acceptance and change, both in the work and in the therapeutic relationship itself. I strive to create a validating and nonjudgmental space for...
The college years bring unique opportunities and challenges. Students experiencing new freedom can have trouble managing academics and a social life. Being away from the support of family and friends, can feel lonely and isolating. Various unhealthy behaviors can result including substance abuse, eating issues, depression and anxiety. Please reach out for help and support if you are feeling overwhelmed. My office is in the heart of Towson and easily assessible to various colleges. Give me a ca...
Your anxiety and OCD may show up in different ways: panic attacks, "derealization," obsessive doubting, or even with chronic IBS/abdominal pain. A cycle is born when these symptoms then trigger more anxiety/fear. It can be exhausting to focus on, and these problems can really affect your everyday life and choices. Trying to get rid of, avoid, or change the anxiety with breathing exercises, journaling, or other techniques can paradoxically make it all worse and perpetuate or exacerbate the discom...
Taking the first step by deciding to pursue therapy can be difficult. Living with untreated anxiety or depression can be even worse. Most of our lives we are taught to protect ourselves by keeping vulnerabilities hidden and keeping people at a safe distance. Therapy encourages just the opposite: to reveal your innermost thoughts and feelings to a stranger- your therapist. This process can be unsettling. However, by articulating these emotions, putting words to the oftentimes debilitating feeling...
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PCA is a group practice with multiple providers who can help a wide variety of problems and patient demographics. We accept insurance and will help navigate getting coverage for appointments to make it as simple as possible for you. PCA also provides psychological testing if that might be needed and will also bill insurance for these services, which is something not many providers and practices will do. The list of insurances may not include all of the insurances that we take so please call a...
Tiffany Cruz is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, and Certified Mindfulness Informed Professional in Maryland. Tiffany has served in various capacities within the field from case management to providing substance abuse counseling, individual and family therapy, as well as work with couples. Tiffany has a wealth of experience helping clients navigate an array of mental health diagnoses, such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, AD...
Hello! I think one of the most important parts about choosing a mental health provider is to feel like there is a good fit between you and the clinician. I'll try to explain a few things about me and how I work, and I welcome you to email or call if there are any further questions I can answer. I take the therapeutic relationship very seriously, so I will spend a lot of time trying to get to know you, to understand what is causing obstacles in your life, and to identify what you would like to ge...
My clients are looking for growth and/or healing, and are motivated by pressing questions about life, specifically their own. I use a friendly, conversational approach that will help you learn more about yourself, about the dynamics of your world, and about skillful practices you can use for taking on inner and outer challenges. Weirdly enough, the process often alternates between serious/moving and lovely/fun. And isn’t that a good range for life as well? Be in touch, and let's see what w...
Do you feel like your feelings are holding you back; stopping you from being the person you were before? Have you been trying hard to stop thinking negatively about yourself but you just do it anyway? I know how that can be: the self-defeating thoughts, perceptions of "I am not good enough" flowing constantly in your head, the feelings of guilt and unworthiness. These thoughts and feelings can be terrifying. With integrated approaches, it's time to let go of feeling stuck and trapped in them I ...
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