Grief counselors and therapists in Ellicott City, MD

At the heart of my work is a commitment to creating a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your emotions, experiences, and hopes for the future. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered to live a healthier, more fulfilling life and relationships.

Welcome—I'm glad you're here.

Acknowledging that you need help is a courageous first step, and finding the right space to share your struggles can feel overwhelming. I’m here to make that process a little easier.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. My approach is rooted in warmth, compassion, and respect. I work with individuals who are navigating a wide range of challenges, whether they stem from the past or are part of everyday life.

My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, and addiction. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to start, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, build resilience, and begin to heal.

You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way.

I work with people who are living with depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizo-affective disorder, adjustment disorder or are going through difficulties and need assistance moving towards a better way of life. I enjoy working with people to manage symptoms, stress and the everyday challenges of dealing with a mental health issue.

In my spare time I enjoy art, creativity, music, dance, acting and writing. I work with crystals, candles, oracle cards, but am also grounded in science. I do a lot of mindfulness.

I am a member of the MAMCD, the Maryland Association of Multicultural Counseling and Development as well as MASERVIC, the Maryland Association of Spiritual, Ethical, Religious Values in Counseling.

As a licensed psychotherapist (LCPC), I am committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health support to individuals seeking guidance and healing in a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, as I believe in the inherent strength and resilience within each person. My background and experience in multiple cultures, helps me understand and effectively work with diversity. I have experience in community mental health centers, with a wide range of disorders. While I'm trained in several treatment modalities, I use Evidence Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and tools. and the one best suited to the client's temperament including. I continually engage in ongoing education and professional development to stay abreast of the latest research and therapeutic approaches within the field of mental health.

Hello! I have been a clinical social worker for over 15 years. For a number of those years, I worked at Walter Reed National Military Medical center where I specialized in a wide range of mental health issues, including Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Sleep Problems, Relationship problems, and Work Stressors.

Whether you are struggling with the far-reaching impact of past trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other ongoing health issue or simply wanting to invest in a bit of self-exploration and growth, I am so glad that you have begun your search for the best facilitator in that journey. I believe in meeting people where they are and allowing you to set your own pace for healing. I look forward to assisting on your healing journey in any way that I can.

I have always enjoyed working with people. I have both a bachelors and master's in clinical social work. My experience over the past 30years includes working with grief, anxiety, depression, addiction/ recovery. I enjoy working with the military both active duty and veterans as I understand the military culture. You are not a diagnosis to me, but someone who has strengths that need to be bought to the surface.