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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Frederick, MD

Trauma and PTSD counseling in Frederick features providers trained in EMDR, CPT, and exposure therapy to address avoidance, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness. Headway's network includes 2,387 providers ready to support your trauma recovery with flexible scheduling and teletherapy options. Start with a free consultation and discover how therapy can help you reclaim stability after traumatic experiences.

Tony Richardson

Tony Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe everyone has the ability to grow and heal. I'm here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elysia Russell

Elysia Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy spending time outdoors, riding my horses, and being with my family. These activities help me stay grounded and connected to what matters most in life. I value balance, authenticity, and meaningful relationships, and I bring those same values into my work with clients. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves and working toward their goals.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Javana Clark

Javana Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I use evidence-based, holistic, and trauma-informed approaches to help you better understand how anxiety, depression, and trauma can affect the mind and body.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mariam Carey

Mariam Carey

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Humans heal through relationships. Our wounds form in connection, and it's in connection that they're repaired. This is especially true for couples: the patterns that cause pain are often the same patterns that, with the right support, can become a source of deep healing and renewed closeness. Working together means creating a safe space to slow down, understand each other's underlying needs, feeling and sensitivities, and rebuild trust and connection from the ground up.

This process can be challenging and may surprise you, but it often leads to real growth, deeper intimacy, and lasting change that is ultimately liberating.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latonya Cotton

Latonya Cotton

Therapist

Virtual • Chestertown, MD


“I especially support women and caregivers navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship stress, substance use recovery, and major life transitions...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jade Hill

Jade Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel supported, understood, and equipped with practical tools.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tameka Dawkins

Tameka Dawkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental, culturally diverse environment and quality patient care through evidence-based practice.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diamond Keyes

Diamond Keyes

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as your full self, without judgment and without feeling like you have to have it all figured out.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Minadia Ellis

Minadia Ellis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I prioritize a holistic framework, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental and physical well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Rudich

Amy Rudich

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I want to create a safe and structured environment for you that will allow you to feel comfortable in being vulnerable...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
Ehi Agbashi

Ehi Agbashi

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello, My name is Ehi and I am a therapist at CenterPeace Psychology. With over 5 years of experience I create a warm and welcoming space for all clients to feel safe. I am a certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapist and work on variety of issues ranging from depression and anxiety to cross cultural anxiety among others.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexis Peacock

Alexis Peacock

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have worked with adults, children, families and couples for the last 5 years, and have an additional 10+ years of experience in working with individuals struggling with substance use disorders.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melanie Sipes

Melanie Sipes

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will work with you and encourage you to learn skills that increase your independence, self-esteem, and your autonomy.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ericka Musch

Ericka Musch

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a supportive, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves at their own pace.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rose Detwiler-Shreve

Rose Detwiler-Shreve

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello everyone. I am Rose Detwiler-Shreve and I enjoy reading, and taking care of my cats, dogs, and horse.

I am caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I have encouraged and helped various patients of all ages throughout the last 8+ years find peace and hope for their lives. Together, we can discover strategies and goals for your future for next month,next year, or even 10 years from now. When you are ready to leave the stress and discomfort behind, I will be here to help you in your walk through life.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Harolyn Dooley Edwards

Harolyn Dooley Edwards

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


"Let’s work together to discover the most important person—YOU!" I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD. With 29 years of nursing experience, I work with clients ages 12 and up, including extensive experience working with Veterans.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Mental Health and Human Services, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Master of Science in Nursing Education, and a Post-Master’s Certificate as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

My goal is to create a non judgemental, safe, trusting therapeutic relationship—one where you can release past hurts, rediscover your strengths, and embrace the importance of caring for yourself.

My appointments are all virtual and available during non conventional times for the working person with evening and weekend appointments. Trying to offer dates and times that do not interfere with your work time. I have experience with working with those who have served our country- Veterans.

PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Monique Beach

Monique Beach

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment, pressure, or pretending to have it all together.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Fonju

Linda Fonju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laurel, MD


“My approach combines medication management, and therapeutic support to help clients navigate their mental health journey with confidence, resilience, and hope...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shariyfa Polite

Shariyfa Polite

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“For over 15 years, I've watched clients transform from surviving to thriving, and here's what I know: you're not broken, you're not too much, and you're definitely not alone.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jasmine Harris

Jasmine Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm not going to sit quietly and nod for 50 minutes. I use a blend of IFS (parts work), trauma-focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and hypnotherapy...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Almaz Assefaw

Dr. Almaz Assefaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Mental health does not exist in a vacuum; it is deeply connected to your physical health, lifestyle, culture, and personal history.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oladapo Odusanya

Oladapo Odusanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and personalized—I take the time to understand your story, listen without judgment, and develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cherie Catlett

Cherie Catlett

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My role is to guide people through this journey with a strengths-based approach, helping them make sense of their experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Franklin Smith

Franklin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Through my empathic and empowering approach, my goal is for clients to develop the capacity to tolerate the expression of painful feelings...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dwayne Taylor

Dwayne Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to us this safe space support you, challenge you, and explore alternate ways of thinking to achieve growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elana Dorfman

Elana Dorfman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My philosophy is that positive relationships are the most important aspect to a healthy and fulfilling life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tamika Earle

Tamika Earle

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Tamika Earle, LISW-CP, a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience helping adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.

I specialize in working with individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves or others. Many of my clients juggle multiple roles—professional, caregiver, partner—and often put their own needs last. Therapy with me is a space to slow down, process what’s going on, and build practical skills to cope, heal, and grow.

Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chris Leeman

Chris Leeman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My role as a therapist is not to tell people who they should be, but to help them better understand themselves, overcome barriers, and develop the tools necessary to move forward in healthier and more meaningful ways.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Rene' Hood

Dr. Rene' Hood

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Rene' commitment is to serve by providing a safe and secure atmosphere which is nonjudgmental and welcoming to your authentic and unique self.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cortney Merritt

Cortney Merritt

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, whole-person care rooted in the core values of social work, including dignity, respect, and the belief that every person has strengths worth building on.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Highsmith

Lauren Highsmith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is supportive, relatable, and practical, incorporating DBT skills, Motivational Interviewing, supportive therapy, and trauma-informed care based on each client's needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Fernando Sosa Santos

Fernando Sosa Santos

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Happiness and joy aren't fairytales. Let's figure out how you can experience them.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Toyin Olajide

Dr. Toyin Olajide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to psychiatric care is compassionate and holistic, addressing both mind and body to promote long-term well-being.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cassi Pinder

Cassi Pinder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chestertown, MD


I'm Cassi Pinder, the EMDR specialist helping people thrive after trauma. I am trained as a Professional Counselor. During my academic training, in addition to my degree, I am EMDR trained. After my academic training, I started working at MeadowWood Behavioral Hospital, an acute psychiatric unit. I worked with adolescents, substance abuse, and adult clients. I have worked with the Kent County Health Department implementing substance abuse prevention programs in middle and high schools. I believe in the old proverb "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure". Since 2016, I have been working with the Community Behavioral Health providing services in an outpatient setting.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christine Callahan

Dr. Christine Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect that they have been heard and listened to, and that we can embark together on a therapy journey that will include greater insight and self-reflection.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chantz Bury

Chantz Bury

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Finding time for yourself to seek treatment in a safe space where you can be open about your feelings is important for understanding that it is okay to be unwell.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Nkongchu

Dr. Linda Nkongchu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“She partners with each patient using a caring and compassionate approach to create actionable treatment plans, and help clients attain their best possible mental health and wellness goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amanda Singh

Amanda Singh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Towson, MD


“I am deeply committed to helping our younger generation acquire an optimal sense of self, greater happiness and life satisfaction, along with a stronger commitment to future success and personal achievement.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yehudah Adler

Yehudah Adler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“He is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood, with the goal of promoting lasting mental wellness.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tia Brooks

Tia Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Frederick, MD

Number of therapists serving Frederick, MD
There are over 2,345 therapists in Frederick, MD accepting new patients.
2,345+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
  • 84%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 69%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 62%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 3%French
  • 2%Yoruba
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 6%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 30%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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