LGBT therapists in Columbia, MD

I have been practicing therapy for about 5 years, receiving my master's degree from Saint Leo University in 2023 and my LCSW-C licensure in 2026. My main focus areas are complex trauma and attachment based issues, but I also am very effective at dealing with individuals with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and Autism.

I am a dedicated mental health professional with 13 years of experience in the field, specializing in supporting individuals facing a range of mental health challenges. I can provide my services in English and Spanish. My areas of expertise include working with clients experiencing bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. I hold dual licenses: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Washington, DC. This allows me to provide comprehensive care to clients across both jurisdictions.

Trina Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the human services field. She received a BS in Psychology and Master in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. Trina is the owner and founder of Notoriety Counseling Services. She specializes in trauma therapy, depression, grief, anxiety, stress-management, self-esteem building, women issues, military and families, collegiate/ pro-athletes, corrections, whole health, and gay/lesbian issues.

I have been supporting the emotional and mental health of adolescents and young adults for a decade as a social worker. I specialize in family intervention and working with separated and divorced parents. I love working with parents who want to improve their relationships with their children and also work well with teens and young adults on enhancing self-esteem and finding balance in life.

Welcome! I'm Kerriann and I became a therapist because I love helping others to become the best version of themselves possible. My clients choose me because I'm warm, gentle, and help them to live authentic and fulfilling lives. I'm a licensed therapist (LCSW-C), a board-approved supervisor, and received my MSW from the University of Maryland SSW. I have extensive training in my areas of specialty, which are grief and loss, parenting, and anxiety.

I am a compassionate and dedicated behavioral health professional committed to providing high-

quality, client-centered care in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. My clinical

experience spans a wide range of behavioral health settings, where I have worked with

individuals facing mental health challenges, trauma, substance use disorders, crisis situations,

and co-occurring conditions.

I believe that therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in

genuine human connection. My role is not to judge or direct, but to partner with clients in

identifying their strengths, overcoming challenges, and achieving meaningful personal goals. I

strive to meet each person where they are, respecting their unique experiences, values, and pace

of change.

Above all, clients should know that they can expect empathy, authenticity, professionalism, and

unwavering support throughout their therapeutic journey. My goal is to help individuals build

resilience, foster self-awareness, and create lasting positive change while feeling heard, valued,

and empowered every step of the way.

I have 7 years of experience in a community mental health setting, and have experience treating clients with a variety of issues, troubles, and mental health diagnoses; including mood disorders, thought disorders/psychosis, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. My clinical experience is augmented by a creative and artistic passion as well as a fertile sociological imagination.

My name is Sierra Patterson, my pronouns are she/they. I am a Black American therapist in their 30s based in Baltimore, MD, who received their master's degree from Johns Hopkins University, School of Education. I specialize in depression and anxiety and am learning more about trauma-informed care, LGBTQ+ issues, and neurodiversity affirming approaches.

I believe psychiatric care should feel like a real conversation, not a clinical interrogation. I believe in science, and I’m curious about what’s happening beneath the symptoms how brain chemistry, genetics, trauma, sleep, and physical health may be affecting the way you feel and function.

I’m solution focused. I want to understand what’s keeping you stuck, explain what I think is going on, and work with you on a wayI need initial intake documents to be completed so that we can spend more time during the visit. forward and treat the symptoms! I’ll be transparent about our progress, and I hope you’ll be honest with me, too. You can expect me to listen without judgment, challenge you when it’s helpful, and celebrate your wins alongside you.

I do require initial intake documents to be completed so we can spend more time in the visit.

Hi, there! My name is Summer, and I'm so glad you're here.

I have over 12 years of experience in a variety of settings, including universities, private practice, hospitals, and schools. I have specialized training in maternal mental health, ADHD, and parenting. I earned a Doctorate in Social Work from Tulane University and my Bachelor's in psychology and Master's in social work are both from Case Western Reserve University.

Hi, I’m Marli. I’m a licensed social worker in Maryland, Virginia, and DC, and I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults. I have a special interest in supporting college students and young adults as they navigate the challenges, transitions, and self-discovery that often come with this stage of life. Originally from Maryland, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Maryland and my Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan. Outside of work, I love spending time with my dog, traveling, getting creative through arts and crafts, and being around family and friends.