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I'm Tayla — an LCPCS in Maryland, which means I hold both a clinical counseling license and a supervisory designation. I've spent the past 8 years doing this work, and the thing that's never changed is what I care about most: helping people feel genuinely heard, sometimes for the first time. I specialize in couples therapy, women's issues, cultural and identity work, and supporting adults navigating anxiety, panic, anger, and the weight of managing everything on their own. As a Black woman, I bring particular intention to working with clients navigating the intersections of culture, identity, and mental health — clients who want a therapist who doesn't need everything explained from scratch. My style is direct, energetic, and fully invested in where you're actually trying to go.

Hello! My name is Alaina Gay (She/Her), and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical in the State of Maryland. I offer individual and couples therapy to youth and adults ages 15 – 65 who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, family trauma, communication struggles, and other challenges that can make it difficult to navigate daily life. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds including the LGBTQIA community. I care deeply about supporting people to find joy and balance again. My goal is to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel safe sharing your struggles and experiences. I use proven, client-centered methods that are shaped to fit your personal needs.

There's a particular exhaustion that comes from being strong for everyone — from carrying your history in your body, from holding complexity in a world that keeps asking you to pick one lane. Whether you're sorting through old trauma, navigating mood swings that feel out of your control, or sitting with the weight of relationships that have hurt you, you don't need to figure it out by yourself. Many of my clients are high-functioning people who've been told they're fine — and they're tired of pretending that's the whole story.

Hello, I am James. Thank you for looking at my profile. I am a Social Worker who has worked in several settings during my twenty-year journey in the mental health field. I work with adult clients of various backgrounds. A lesson I learned long ago guides all my work: “Meet the client where they are.”

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I’m Leilani, a trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming,and gender affirming therapist who supports individuals navigating anxiety, OCD-spectrum concerns, Autism/ADHD, trauma, life transitions, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm.

I provide a compassionate and affirming therapeutic space where clients can feel understood, validated, and supported while exploring their experiences and building skills that align with their goals. I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I strive to meet each person with curiosity, respect, and compassion.

I graduated from the University of Maryland School of Social Work and I was selected to participate in the Student Government Association, The Trauma Education Connection, and Title IV-E Program. I received additional expertise in trauma informed practice.

I am licensed clinical and forensic social worker with over 6 years of experience providing services to children and families. Highly experienced in trauma informed practice, depression, adjustment in life transitions, grief, parenting, family relationships, and Anxiety.

I am someone who brings light into the lives of others with empathy. As a mental health therapist, my ability to listen deeply and provide support helps so many navigate their challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where people can be their true selves. I believe compassion creates healing and hope in a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming, and I’ve witness my work have an incredible impact on the lives of others.

Alexis Powers (MS, LCPC) is an EMDR-trained, licensed counselor/psychotherapist focusing on the treatment of young adults and life adjustment for older adults utilizing cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for the treatment of depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, AD(H)D,adjustment disorder, and trauma treatment. Alexis Powers also provides EMDR treatment for self-esteem building and trauma healing. She also offers the opportunity for clients to vent about life’s disappointments and difficulties.

Alexis offers EMDR for building self-esteem and trauma healing. She also applies the person-centered approach for talking through grief and other hardships. Alexis offers cognitive behavior skills training for implementing change in clients' lives.

Alexis is now accepting new online clients who reside in Maryland and California.

As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe that prioritizing mental health is essential for achieving happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can often be challenging, so I want to compliment you for taking it! I have been practicing for over five years and have a proven track record of treating complex and severe mental disorders over the last decade. My experience includes working with patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and addiction.

My name is Lynda Onyema, am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC. I specialized in Behavioral health services. I offer diagnosis, professional/treatment assistance, and medication management for various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD etc.

Your therapy should be as unique as you are. I’m here to provide a safe, collaborative space where you can process your experiences and story at your own pace and be in the driver's seat. We'll collaborate to find a mix of tools that make sense for your life, pulling from various evidence-based methods (without leaving you in the dark). Mental health is a vital part of overall wellness, and I'm passionate about helping you get the support you deserve. We'll explore your brain's air traffic control system, and figure out how it best manages and sorts information.

I find it incredibly rewarding to witness individuals overcome obstacles, develop new coping strategies, and work toward self-actualization and enhanced self-worth. I consider it a privilege to be a part someone's journey and lived experience.