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 board-certified supervisor; I believe a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy along with the use of wholistic supportive techniques will help clients become more aware of the impact challenges of life have on thoughts and behavior. I completed my BS, MS and post graduate studies at Johns Hopkins University; and I am a public speaker and facilitator who cares and is willing to share how to attain a better way of life. I have traveled and trained nationally and internationally with a combination of over 25 years of professional, academic and personal experiences. During my years as a licensed practitioner and clinical supervisor, I counseled thousands of clients and trained hundreds of individuals in the counseling profession. As a mental health provider I offer the following services: grief counseling, anger management, stress management; conflict resolution; gambling and substance dependence counseling; professional seminars and workshops. I have counseled people from all walks of life and believe true healing begins – in spirit, mind and body - when change is made and a wholistic approach to life is experienced.

I am a clinical social worker licensed in the District of Columbia and Maryland. I have provided services in the mental health and child welfare setting for more than 10 years. My clinical approach is client-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused. I use my skill set to assist clients to discover their strengths and improve on coping skills they have utilized and learn new approaches. I work with deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing clients. With hearing clients, we will use live chat or video with live captions. The clients will determine the options that are comfortable for them. I believe that the clients are experts on what works on the issues they face. I have worked with clients on anxiety. adjustment issues, trauma, and stress-related concerns, coping with life changes using the strength-based, solution-focused approach as well as motivational interviews.

I am an individual, family and couples therapist licensed in Maryland with over 18 years of experience working as psychotherapist. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxieties, psychosis, OCD, ADHD, substance use addiction, gambling addiction, relationship issues, and parenting problems. My counseling style is warm and interactive. My philosophy is simple take me down a road you would like to go to address your concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, client centered, adlerian therapy, dream analysis and rational emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan based on your strengths and opportunities for growth. It takes courage to recognize a desire to live a more fulfilling life, a willingness to seek help and taking the first step towards a change. If you are ready to embark on the journey to wellness, I am here to support, guide and empower you. I look forward to working with you.

I have worked in the helping profession for over 25 years because of my love for assisting populations to overcome issues, that hinders their ability to function to the best of their ability,using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Approach. Initially, I started with a background in Social Services to Families with Children, with a focus on stabilizing the family unit, by providing case management services and counseling to oppressed populations. My experience evolved into my role as a Mental Health Specialist, providing counseling and Resources to Social Service recipients, who were experiencing problems becoming gainfully employed due to mental health issues , such as Depression and Anxiety issues. A focus on removing the barriers prohibiting them to obtain employment was identified, and counseling / case management, and family issues were addressed. Substance Addiction/Abuse, and School Counselor is also a part of my expertise, and experience. I look forward to assisting my clients identify, address, and work through issues that prohibit them to move forward, and to live the best life possible.

I am licensed in Maryland with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I have been serving Maryland residents since 1998 and have experience working with a vast array of populations. I offer a unique skill set of solution focused, behavioral, and holistic modalities. Helping people to rewrite the stories that no longer serve them has become a passion; exploring family dynamics and facilitating both individual and environmental changes. I work primarily with adults age 18 and over. My preference is in working with individuals trying to manifest real change, and improve their ability to communicate, and experience a feeling of empowerment. I have an extensive history working with persons suffering from chronic mental illnesses. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Georgia, Minnesota and Virginia with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Maryland with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief, coping with loss, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Maryland and New York with 32 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, coping with medical illness, financial distress, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Maryland with 17 years of experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, anger management, motivation, & self esteem. I am flexible and work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I graduated with a BA in Psychology from Westminster College, and then went on to obtain my MA in Community Counseling at Marymount University. I am a proud Rotarian, and believe that being of service to others is an important part of the human experience. I have served on a number of nonprofit boards in the community that focus on assisting children who have suffered abuse, children in the foster care system, adults with developmental disabilities, and individuals struggling with housing and food insecurity. I have also served on a board focused on supporting LGBTQ+ community. In my free time I enjoy reading, watching true crime, and running. I live in Maryland with my daughter, dog, two cats and rabbit.

Lynn has 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults facing a variety of mental health and life challenges. She believes in resiliency and capacity for change in everyone. Lynn creates an open, non-judgmental therapeutic environment, utilizing a personalized, strengths-based approach for each client. Though sessions are largely rooted in traditional therapeutic foundations such as CBT, solution-focused therapy and psychoeducation, Lynn also values creative techniques. These techniques include mindfulness strategies, writing, art and play-based interventions. Lynn's primary areas of practice include treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic medical illness, and grief.

When life feels overwhelming—when loss, anxiety, trauma, depression, or relationship struggles weigh you down—you don’t have to face it alone. With experience at one of the world’s top psychiatric departments at Johns Hopkins Hospital, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the most difficult aspects of life with clarity, compassion, trust, and evidence-based care. It takes courage to consider that something in your life is not working and that you may need help. I offer a direct yet empathetic approach, creating a space where you can be heard, understood, and empowered. I will never judge you and will be at your side even during the darkest of times. My path to becoming a therapist was forged through real-life experience—not just textbooks. I worked as a Parole and Probation Officer, and later as a Civil Rights Investigator—roles that revealed how trauma and injustice shape lives. Therapy became the next chapter of that journey. I’m here to help you write yours.

As a licensed therapist in Maryland and Virginia, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients develop resilience, self-understanding, and meaningful strategies for personal growth. I have extensive experience addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and life transitions. My therapeutic practice focuses on creating a compassionate, collaborative space where clients can explore their inner experiences and develop stronger coping skills. I work closely with young adults and individuals facing diverse emotional challenges, including social anxiety, relationship difficulties, mood disorders, and personal identity exploration. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to empower clients to cultivate self-love, improve communication, and build healthier emotional patterns. My goal is to support you in understanding yourself more deeply and developing sustainable strategies for emotional well-being and personal transformation.

As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction with compassionate, culturally responsive care. I'm particularly passionate about working with women, older adults, and LGBTQ+ communities, offering a warm and affirming therapeutic environment. My approach integrates evidence-based practices to help clients develop stronger communication skills, overcome social anxiety, and cultivate self-love. I understand that healing is a deeply personal journey, and I'm committed to walking alongside my clients with empathy, respect, and genuine understanding. Drawing from my extensive experience in community mental health, I create a supportive space where individuals can explore their challenges, process grief, and develop meaningful strategies for emotional wellness. My goal is to empower clients to reconnect with their inner strength and build resilience.