I am licensed in Maryland with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, & self esteem. I also have experience working with confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I have limited availability due to my full time job. I have a few daytime hours on Tuesday and a few evening hours on Tuesday and Thursday. Please make sure, if you choose to work with me, that you are available for my limited times. Thank you!
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
MD LCSW-C 06580
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Gwen was very knowledgeable, friendly and and well versed. I would strongly recoommend her.
Written on Feb 04, 2026 after therapy with Gwen for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Gwen is caring, patient and sincere. She is a good listener and responds with knowledge and understanding.
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Gwen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
Gwen has been a very supportive therapist, a great listener and always offered strong and solid feedback and advice. Grateful for all the support I received from her and all the wisdom she lent.
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Gwen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and career difficulties