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Top couples therapists in Baltimore, MD

Navigate relationship challenges with compassionate couples therapy in Baltimore's diverse neighborhoods. Our providers specialize in communication problems, infidelity, financial stress, and intimacy concerns using proven therapeutic approaches. Access care within two weeks with flexible scheduling and support from 699 providers nationwide.

Dr. Adelyn Lim

Dr. Adelyn Lim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Emory University. I bring over 8 years of clinical experience, including 4 years in medical nursing and 4 years in mental health care across inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings.I also served as a nurse in the U.S. military, where I cared for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. This experience shaped a steady, grounded approach to care, especially in moments of stress, transition, or uncertainty.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sithokozile Shumba

Sithokozile Shumba

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy with me is active and solution-focused, so we will begin engaging in evidence-based strategies right away to help you develop effective coping skills.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Hamida Majili

Dr. Hamida Majili

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laurel, MD


“My approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and the belief that every individual deserves a safe, nonjudgmental space to heal and grow.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elaine Belson

Elaine Belson

Therapist

Virtual • Waldorf, MD


“With 30 years of experience, I've honed an eclectic approach to therapy, combining insight, problem-solving, and coping skills...”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rupert Thompson

Dr. Rupert Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm someone who believes that therapy and psychiatric care should feel like a real conversation, not a clinical interrogation.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Donna Baird

Dr. Donna Baird

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I create an open, warm and non-judgemental space where clients can share their experiences, gain insight and feel empowered to achieve their goals.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jay Rhodes Works With Holistic Health

Dr. Jay Rhodes Works With Holistic Health

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have worked with traumatic-event survivors from diverse backgrounds in settings like military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, and nonprofits.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tineka Harmon

Tineka Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • Salisbury, MD


“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, helping clients identify patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build emotional resilience.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karen Glab-Bivens

Karen Glab-Bivens

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, grounded, and practical. I draw from CBT, solution‐focused strategies, mindfulness, and strengths‐based care to help you make realistic changes in daily life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tanejah Jones

Tanejah Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“She brings warmth, kindness & empathy to every session, ensuring that clients feel heard, understood, and valued...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Ellison

Ashley Ellison

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello, and welcome.....I'm Ashley Ellison, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I believe that seeking therapy is one of the strongest investments you can make in yourself. Whether you're navigating a difficult life transition, managing anxiety or depression, healing from trauma, or simply looking for a safe space to better understand yourself, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

I earned my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) and am currently pursuing my Doctor of Social Work (DSW), with a focus on advancing clinical practice and social work education. Throughout my career, I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families in community mental health, outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination. These experiences have allowed me to support individuals from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of emotional and behavioral health concerns.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sana Chunara

Sana Chunara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“I combine evidence-based medication management with supportive, therapeutic conversation to help you feel heard and empowered.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jen Peng

Jen Peng

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Are you feeling anxious, stuck in old patterns, or unsure of where you belong in this complex world? Struggling to balance work and personal life? Maybe you’re navigating grief, a major life change, or carrying a sense of disconnection from yourself and those around you. You may also be trying to understand which parts of you feel genuinely your own and which have been shaped by family, culture, expectations, or experiences you have carried for a long time. If so, you don’t have to go through it alone.

With over a decade of clinical experience and backgrounds in International Disaster Psychology and Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, I bring a broad understanding of how our inner lives are shaped by more than symptoms alone. I am especially interested in the intersections of identity, culture, relationships, life experiences, and the larger environments we move through.

Therapy with me is warm, curious, and conversational. I want you to feel like you can bring your whole self into the room, including the parts that feel complicated, contradictory, difficult to name, or still in the process of becoming. Whether you are exploring cultural, racial, ethnic, spiritual, professional, relational, or personal parts of yourself, we can make space for your history while helping you understand who you are now and what you want your life to look like moving forward.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rosa Bennett

Rosa Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative, with an emphasis on tangible progress, practical tools, and meaningful change.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Stephenson

Melissa Stephenson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Largo, MD


“I identify myself to be a "change agent," mental health practitioner, mental health therapist, etc. meets consumer's where they are, implements an individualized multimodal treatment approach...”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Gerald Lui

Dr. Gerald Lui

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Rockville, MD


“Therapy provides a safe, compassionate, and collaborative environment where you can gain deeper insight into yourself, heal relational and emotional wounds, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop healthier ways of relating to others.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Yulia Rychkova

Yulia Rychkova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockville, MD


“Implementing evidence-based and trauma-focused techniques can help you loosen the grip of your past or your recent trauma so you could focus on recovery.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Heaton

Jennifer Heaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kensington, MD


“I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tamela Harrison

Tamela Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Germantown, MD


“My work is practical and collaborative, and I tailor treatment to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sae Chichibu-Denny

Sae Chichibu-Denny

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockville, MD


“I use integrated approach (e.g., CBT, DBT, Solution-focused, Existential), which enables me to customize treatment for each client's needs.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Jacobs

Jessica Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Prince Frederick, MD


“I believe in a trauma-informed atmosphere as that experience taught me that you can never be sure what one has experienced at any point in their life and the impact it has had on them.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Bernice Essien

Dr. Bernice Essien

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I approach each therapeutic relationship with warmth, acceptance, and an open mind where you can feel heard and understood.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jody Davis

Jody Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, my name is Jody and I would like to welcome you to Headway. As a therapist with many years of experience helping clients to navigate their unique journey I would like to make this process comfortable for you. Whether you are seeking support for a life transition, working through a past experience, or just want to better understand yourself, I will meet you where you are in your process.

I am committed to providing an inclusive and affirming environment for all clients. I welcome and support individuals regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion or back round.

When I am not working I enjoy being out in nature, animals of all kinds, reading and crafting.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ingrid Shadow

Ingrid Shadow

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that healing happens through connection — when we can slow down, feel seen, and make sense of our experiences with compassion.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Iman Cayard

Iman Cayard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in offering immediate help to individuals who experience unforeseen life events that cause mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral problems.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kourtney Hadden

Kourtney Hadden

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in military social work and enjoy working with veterans, military spouses and families, and government workers.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Howard

Dr. Shannon Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Great to meet you! I am Dr. Shannon Howard, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC, LPC) for the states of DC & MD, a Certified Life Coach, and an Author. I have been helping individuals, children, couples, and families navigate grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, adjustment, depression and more for over 24 years.

My educational background consists of a dual Master's in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I received my first master's at Towson University in 2000, a second Masters and Doctorate in 2008 and 2010 from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. I minored in Philosophy as well as Women's Studies.

I possess specialized training in areas of trauma, specifically in the assessment and treatment of sex offenders and survivors of sexual assault. I have worked in an adult inpatient psychiatric hospital, a day program for adults with chronic and acute mental illness, as well as on an outpatient basis as a private practitioner and with a group practice. I worked with Parole and Probation to help clients maintain compliance and management while on the registry. As a Certified Life Coach, I help coaching clients discover what they truly desire. We collaborate to create a roadmap to move you forward and build a future that feels grounded and authentic to you.

At present, I offer a full range of services and am open to accepting new virtual clients.

*PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE IN EITHER DC OR MD AT THE TIME OF YOUR SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT!

**I offer a 10-minute grace period to all clients before logging off of the Zoom platform. If you wish to reschedule, please message me here on Headway.""

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Sabrie Wiggins-Rose

Dr. Sabrie Wiggins-Rose

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I’m Dr. Sabrie R. Wiggins-Rose, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Approved Supervisor in Maryland, as well as the founder of Birdie’s Nest: Therapeutic and Consulting Services, LLC. I bring experience as an educator, author, and clinician, and I’m especially passionate about creating transformative spaces where people can heal, grow, and become more fully themselves.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Uraina Domon

Uraina Domon

Therapist

Virtual • Germantown, MD


Uraina, is a LCSW, with 10+ yrs or experience. She is a therapist who Is compassionate and understanding, who meets the clients where they are. Enjoys helping clients to feel empowered to find their own true potential. She has the understanding that each client's needs are unique to their own situations. She specializes in CBT, TFCBT, Trauma, MI, Mindfulness, Attachment Disorders, LGBT communities, Grief, Substance Use, Boundary Setting, Relationships Issues and more.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jill Lienhardt

Jill Lienhardt

Therapist

Virtual • Annapolis, MD


Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, ADHD, depression, or family challenges start to take over. You may find yourself stuck in unhelpful patterns or unsure how to move forward. Therapy offers a space to slow down, sort through what’s happening, and discover practical tools for lasting change. Together, we’ll focus on building emotional resilience, improving relationships, and helping you feel more confident and in control of your life.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jade Spears

Jade Spears

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“If we are to be healthy, we must prioritize our well-being, show up for ourselves, and be intentional about our quality of life.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Griffin

Nicole Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Potomac, MD


I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and complex trauma. I keep a warm, empathetic space where clients explore how thoughts and past experiences impact their mood and overall well-being. I genuinely value connection and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Charity Dzieketey

Charity Dzieketey

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“She provides a safe, non-judgmental space, affirms your experiences through radical acceptance and empowers you in the journey to recovery.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Sarah Spaulding

Sarah Spaulding

Therapist

Virtual • Severna Park, MD


“I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate a myriad of issues.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherith Wilkins

Sherith Wilkins

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My professional journey has been deeply rooted in the belief that every individual has the resilience and capacity to heal when provided with the right support.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carl Crooms

Carl Crooms

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My aim is to not just address your challenges but assist you with creating lasting change that supports your overall health and wellbeing.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Haleigh Brenneman

Haleigh Brenneman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I make it a priority to tailor my work with clients to fit each person's needs, utilizing a variety of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)... and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly VandenHengel

Kelly VandenHengel

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that every person has strengths and resilience, and my role is to help individuals recognize those strengths while providing tools, insight, and support to help them move toward the life they want to live.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Beth Jacob

Beth Jacob

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, collaborative, and encouraging, with space for humor and real human connection when appropriate.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Sparrow

David Sparrow

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


About Me

I'm not your typical psychotherapist, and everyone I've had the honor to work with on their life's journey can attest to this. Born, raised and forged in the "Steel City" and sharpened in the "City of Brotherly Love", the term "Alchemist" more accurately describes who I am. I specialize in alchemizing pain into purpose and trauma into triumph. If you're ready to transform your life, I'm your guy!

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Baltimore, MD

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Baltimore, MD
There are over 21 therapists in Baltimore, MD accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 90%Anxiety
  • 90%Depression
  • 81%Stress management
  • 76%Relationship issues
  • 71%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Cigna
  • 57%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 48%Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%French
  • 5%Spanish
  • 5%Yoruba
How they see their clients
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  • 90%In-person or online
  • 10%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 29%Man
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 29%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 62%Couples therapy
  • 57%Family therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right couples therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Baltimore

Searching for couples therapists in Baltimore starts with clarifying what you and your partner want to work on. Couples therapy may focus on communication patterns, recurring conflict, trust after infidelity, major life transitions, parenting disagreements, or intimacy concerns. Not every therapist has specific training in couples work, so it helps to look for licensed marriage and family therapists or therapists who list couples modalities such as the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy. A therapist’s profile can also show how they structure sessions and what kinds of relationship concerns they commonly support.

Baltimore has many therapy options across neighborhoods like Canton, Hampden, Federal Hill, and Mount Vernon, and that range can make it harder to narrow the search. For couples counseling in Baltimore, the right fit needs to work for both partners’ schedules, commute preferences, and appointment format. Some couples prefer meeting in an office, while others choose virtual sessions to make scheduling easier from separate locations. As you compare therapists, look for appointment availability, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether they offer a brief initial consultation to assess fit for couples specifically.

Couples therapy in Baltimore can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. Headway helps you find Baltimore couples counseling, marriage counseling, and relationship counseling options that match your preferences. Nationally, Headway partners with a wide range of insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage for your specific plan on Headway before booking. You can review therapist bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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