Therapists in Maryland

Lauren LaPenna
Lauren LaPenna
My highest priority is to build a strong rapport with each of my clients. I place a strong emphasis on therapy being a collaborative space where my clients and I can work as a team to maximize their full potential. No matter what you’re going through, my intention is to walk alongside you and help you feel validated, supported, understood, and empowered on your journey towards growth and inner peace.
I offer psychotherapy to clients of all ages with a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, family conflict, anger, and life transitions. Additionally, I am experienced in working with individuals with autism and special needs.

Maria Hudson
Maria Hudson
Creating a warm, nonjudgmental space is my priority, where you can reconnect with your true self, heal, and strengthen your relationships. As a compassionate and attentive listener, I am committed to helping you achieve optimal contentment and peace of mind throughout our time together.
My customized approach allows clients to feel supported, welcomed, encouraged, and genuinely heard. With extensive experience, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and families, who have faced a variety of challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, self-harm, relationship troubles, adjusting to life stressors, divorce, and grief.

Kristie Slaski
Kristie Slaski
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those I work with. Since 2004, I have had the privilege of working in various capacities within the mental health sector, including outpatient mental health, school-based mental health, inpatient treatment, crisis intervention, and the correctional system. This diverse background has given me a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals from all walks of life. I have had the pleasure of working with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families, helping them navigate through a wide range of mental health issues.

Jenna Ferri
Jenna Ferri
I work with clients aged 14 and above across all gender identities. While my expertise lies primarily in aiding individuals and families impacted by complex and chronic trauma, I’m also skilled in addressing anxiety, depression, and assisting families to enhance their communication dynamics. My years in trauma and PTSD treatment have taught me the multifaceted nature of traumatic experiences. Whether it’s a sudden life-changing event like an accident or more subtle, long-standing issues rooted in family dynamics or early life experiences, I understand the challenge in trusting someone with your personal stories. Rest assured, I am dedicated to ensuring our therapy sessions are safe, and centered on your well-being.

Molly Stanley
Molly Stanley
I utilize multiple modalities within my approach based on each client’s individual needs. These approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solutions-focused, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), experiential, and client-centered. I have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, and substance abuse.
I also have experience working in outpatient substance abuse treatment, within which I focused on sexual health. As a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, I find sexual health education to be extremely important and strive to create an open, non-judgemental environment when discussing these topics.

Alexis Horst
Alexis Horst
I prioritize creating a secure and welcoming space for clients to express their thoughts, while helping them navigate complex thought processes through co-exploration and self-regulation techniques. My experience as a Division I student-athlete has influenced my emphasis on the mental health of athletes across all performance levels. Athletes frequently face substantial pressure to perform, both in competitive settings and life in general, which often leads to their mental health needs being unaddressed. My professional experience extends to areas including anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, autism, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
We specialize in working with teenagers and adolescents, men and men’s issues, foster parents, adoptive parents, and persons who identify as LGBTQIA2+. We also have a passion for working with clinicians and healthcare workers.

Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones
My aim is to build strong therapeutic relationships with each client, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages growth, comfort, and safety. In this supportive environment, clients can share their stories at their own pace, without fear of judgment, and communicate their needs in a way that promotes understanding and validation. My diverse experience includes working with individuals struggling with ADHD, autism, life transitions and anxiety.

Julia Rostkowski
Julia Rostkowski
I specialize in a broad spectrum of therapeutic areas including ADHD, adoption, alcohol use, Alzheimer’s, anxiety, behavioral issues, child and adolescent challenges, coping skills, family conflict, grief, peer relationships, relationship issues, school issues, self-esteem, depression, dual diagnosis, stress, and women’s issues, with a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, my approach is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care and child development.

Randi Franke
Randi Franke
Creating a safe space to explore your concerns is vital for enhancing your mental and emotional health, and I am here to support you through your struggles. Whether you are grappling with gender or sexuality concerns, substance use, anxiety, grief and loss, or major life transitions, my objective is to help you improve your mental and emotional wellbeing.
My experience includes working with individuals living with anxiety, depression, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, relationship concerns, and life transitions. As a Grief Counseling Specialist, I emphasize a client-centered approach focused on safety and acceptance.

John Backert
John Backert
When stuck in a fog, it can be hard to find your way out. In today’s society, there is often so much going on that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stress. As a therapist, I assist others in the journey of mental health by helping clients find their way through the fog by tapping into their own strengths as well as creating a focus on overall mental wellbeing.
I am motivated by my passion to help others create positive changes in their life. I have been heavily involved the field of mental health for over a decade at a variety of different levels, in addition to having experience with a plethora of various mental health diagnoses. Some of the areas I have extensive experiencing include depression, managing anxiety, grief, and trauma.

Jennifer L. Lechliter
Jennifer L. Lechliter
If you notice your relationships, work/school, and other life areas are impacted by themes of stress/burnout, overwhelm keeping up with the many pressures you face, plus disruptive worried & second-guessing thoughts: I want you to know that there are ways to step into more freedom, stability, and more. Join me in a judgment-free, encouraging space for you to conquer challenges you face in your everyday life and learn how to navigate emotions & difficulties in new ways. Know that you are more than capable of being in increased control of your life and claiming more freedom from areas that torment you. I will work collaboratively with you to develop a unique combination of proven approaches and solutions. Look forward to connecting!

Renee Bonifacio Richberg
Renee Bonifacio Richberg
I am committed to providing a space where my clients can comfortably and freely process their past and present experiences and express themselves without judgment. I believe insight building is the key to self-acceptance through a client-centered, strengths-based, solutions-focused, and holistic approach.
I am certified in the Advanced Treatment of Mood Disorders, a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. My areas of treatment focus on helping adults who are experiencing challenges with symptoms related to bipolar disorder and other moderate to severe mood disorders; personality disorders; ; and anxiety disorders, including moderate OCD symptoms. I also speak Tagalog (Filipino).

Fern Cohen
Fern Cohen
As a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), I champion neurodiversity and a strength-based approach. I’m particularly passionate about supporting autistic individuals in their journey towards self-identity, self-advocacy, relationships, and communication.
I’ve obtained an Advanced Trauma Treatment certification through the Ferentz Institute. As a trauma-informed therapist, I bring a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental perspective to my work.
I am eager to assist individuals aged 12 and through various life transitions and concerns, including autism, ADHD, anxiety and depression.

Jennah Kuhn
Jennah Kuhn
Together, using a person-centered approach, we’ll navigate the challenges and crises life throws your way. In those tough moments, objectivity can be elusive, and making the right decisions can be difficult. That’s why it’s my priority to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and safe space where you feel truly heard and understood. Recognizing the uniqueness of each individual, I adapt my methods to suit your specific needs.
My diverse experience includes working with at-risk youth and their families, individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, emotion regulation, PTSD, autism, and trauma.
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