Maryland is a state known for its harbors. A harbor can be the place where you receive all the goods you need to make your life journey. But when they ship doesn’t have the supplies you need, where do you go? 

A counselor can be the ship that delivers all the supplies you need to succeed. Park your boat at a counselor’s harbor and you’ll be surprised at what they can give you. 

 

This is Rachel Babiskin's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LCSW-C
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Depression, ADHD
Years of Experience: 20

Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified, with a client centered, motivational approach to therapy. She focuses on collaborating with clients and meeting them where they are at in their life journey. Using a strength-based, trauma informed approach to counseling, she works with clients to find and master skills that can help to facilitate change and improve overall well being and health. Rachel believes building relationships is that the most important indicator of success in therapy. She focuses on ensuring that each client feels heard and resp...

This is Stephanie  Nash's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LICSW,LCSWC
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 29

Hello! My name is Stephanie. Thank you for your contact and your courage to take a first step toward your personal wellness. For over 25 years, I have provided therapeutic counseling to adults and children in the Washington DC and Maryland area.I have worked with clients that were experiencing a myriad of diagnoses and personal issues including anxiety, trauma and abuse, mood disorders, stress, and relationship conflicts. I understand that sometimes just navigating one's day to day circumstances may raise challenges that need talking through with someone who ...

This is Lauren Waikart's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
MA,LCPC,NCC
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 5

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you have decided to take this step in creating meaningful change in your life. It takes effort and energy to realize that what you're doing right now isn't working and subsequently reach out for help. Maybe you've been feeling sad, anxious or have just been off for a long time now, or maybe this is a new experience you haven't had to deal with in the past. As your therapist, I'll help you stand back and examine your life more holistically. We can often feel as though our story is set in stone, and the role we're playing can't be chan...

This is Efuntomiwa Adedeji's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LICSW,LCSW-C,MSW
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Years of Experience: 6

I am a licensed clinical social worker/therapist licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia with over 10 years of experience. I have been truly blessed to work with clients ranging from preteens to the elderly dealing with varying issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues to anger management, family issues and physical and emotional abuse to name a few. I have been especially proud of working with youth and young adults who were and formally in the foster care system transition emotionally and mentally to adulthood and society as a whole. T...

This is Erin Clegg's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LCSW-C,LICSW
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues
Years of Experience: 15

I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia with 15 years’ experience as a therapist, clinical consultant, and trauma trainer. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Throughout my practice, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling to manage their emotional and behavioral health due to the impact of trauma, maltreatment, grief, loss, mental health challenges, and stressful life experiences. My style i...

This is Daria  Willoughby's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
MSW ,LCSW-C,CDBT
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Coaching
Years of Experience: 3

Hi, I am an LCSW-C, licensed in the state of Maryland with 5 years of experience working as a Behavioral Health counselor and crisis therapist and Certified in DBT. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including Mental health diagnosis, anxiety, Anger management, with a focus in Domestic Violence, Motivational interviewing, Crisis intervention and Solution based therapy. My counseling style is relaxed and direct. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, not believing in stigmatizing labels. There is a need for me to bu...

This is Randye Brittain's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LCSW-C
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Depression
Years of Experience: 20

Hello and Welcome to BetterHelp. I am a Maryland-licensed child and family therapist with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with clients seeking help with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges and grief and loss. I have also helped many people who have experienced emotional/physical abuse or neglect as well as challenges involved with adoption, custody and blended families. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I strive to treat everyone with respect, compassion and se...

This is Koffi Jamil Sowe's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LCSW-C
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Depression
Years of Experience: 35

I am Koffi Jamil Sowe, a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C based in Maryland with over 30 years of experience as a behavioral health professional. How did I choose my profession and/or how my profession chose me: I was raised in southern Virginia during the 1960s & 1970s in a large low-income working class African American family of 12. My parents had 5 boys & 5 girls and I am the 7th of the 10 children & 4th boy. In 1965 our parents bought their 1st house and we moved from “the projects”(public housing) to become “blockbusters”- the 1st African-Am...

This is Jenny Rowe's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
LCPC
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Self esteem, Depression
Years of Experience: 20

I have been a licensed behavioral health professional for over 20 years in Maryland. My style is collaborative and holistic with a focus on my client's identified goals and overall health. I treat all ages and respect the challenges that come with each phase of life. Each phase can trigger anxiety, depression, problems with sleep, change in appetite or job performance or satisfaction issues, problems with attention or concentration, all of which I am experienced working with. Therapy can sometimes be a challenge because it requires accountability and openness ...

This is Tashia Weekes's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 5

I am licensed in Maryland with 4 years of professional work experience. I am a Afro-Latina originally from Brooklyn, NY, and I am also a Navy veteran. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, empathy, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am excited and proud of you for getting started!

This is Courtney Hoyman's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Depression, ADHD
Years of Experience: 10

I am a licensed Psychotherapist in MD with 10 years of professional work experience. I have worked in the fields of Foster Care/ Adoption, Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, as well as specializing in ADHD assessment and diagnosis. I have experience in helping teens, adults, couples and families overcome stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, depression and grief. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that c...

This is Jakob Engel's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, ADHD
Years of Experience: 6

Hello! My name is Jakob Engel. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland with 6 years of experience providing psychotherapeutic services in clinics, homes, schools, and online via tele-therapy. I have experience working with clients of all ages and a wide variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, relationship issues, ADHD, and adjustment struggles. I believe in providing holistic care for people both by offering sessions for individual and families. I attended Purdue University where I received my Bachelor of...

This is Dr. Erica Featherson's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
PhD,LP
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 8

I am licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Years of Experience: 7

Dr. Michael S. Hughes is an innovative and creative psychotherapist with an extensive education and experience in the field of Counseling/Psychotherapy. Dr. Hughes has personal qualities of kindness, compassion, thoughtfulness, and empathy. Nearly 38 years of experience in Mental Health Counseling and Disability has afforded Dr. Hughes the development of an abundance of expertise with all types of psychological disorders and methods of addressing and establishing stability and insight to individuals with the aspiration of empowering adults/children with greater i...

Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression
Years of Experience: 3

I am licensed in Maryland with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

This is Korey Puckett's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 20

I am licensed in Maryland with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I love to provide a safe empathic place during therapy. I love helping clients gain insight and skills to improve their well-being. I love engaging in solution focused therapy. I like to explore and help you identify and express internalized feelings. I have been a guest on rocktheflow.com radio discussing relationship issues. I offer evening and weekend...

Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Depression
Years of Experience: 16

I am licensed in Maryland with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. 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!

This is Ana Khan's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD
Years of Experience: 10

I am licensed in Virginia and Maryland with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, depression, & 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Anger management, Depression, ADHD
Years of Experience: 19

I am licensed in Maryland with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experiences in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, & depression. 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!

This is Sterling Gibson's avatar and link to their profile
Maryland
Specialties: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Years of Experience: 5

I am licensed in Maryland with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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.

How Can Therapists In Maryland Support You?

therapist in Maryland can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 1,544,022 people live in Maryland, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for a licensed therapist in Maryland may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why Are Many Residents In The State Of Maryland Working With A Licensed Counselor?

The reason for reaching out to a therapist can be a personal experience for each person. Many individuals work with a therapist for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a specific county in Maryland, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed therapist tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

A few topics that therapists in Maryland may support clients with can include:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp offers potential access to over 30,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency Services

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

·      National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

·      National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

·      Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

·      Veterans Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-8255 (and press 1) or text 838255. For support for the deaf and hard of hearing community, please use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.

·      Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ Lifeline): (866)488-7386 

·      SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Use): (800)662-4357

·      National Eating Disorder Association Helpline:1-800-931-2237 (M-Th: 9 AM-9 PM EST, Fri 9 AM - 5 PM EST)

·      Child Help Hotline: Call 1-800-422-4453 or use the online chat feature

·      National Anti-Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293) 

·      Physician Crisis Support Line: Call 1-888-409-0141 if you are a first responder or medical provider experiencing crises related to Covid-19

·      Sexual Assault Hotline: Call RAINN at 1-800-656-4673

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Some commonly asked questions can be found below.

How Much Does A Therapist Cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.  

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

How Do I Know If I Should Get A Therapist?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. Although therapists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A therapist may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many therapists provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions in Maryland can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to a therapist's office.

Does Insurance Cover Therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Private practice therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is Online Therapy Safe?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.