Family therapy and counseling in Maryland

If you're carrying anxiety that won't quiet down, grief that feels impossible to move through, or a weight that makes everyday life feel harder than it should, you're in the right place. I work with adults and people across all stages of life who are ready to feel more like themselves again. My approach is grounded in warmth and a deep belief that you are the expert on your own life. There's no judgment here, only a supportive space where you can say what you've been holding back.

My name is Beth, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C). I am licensed to practice in the states of Florida and Maryland. I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health, and I have over 30 years of experience working with families in a variety of settings.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and NY licensed creative arts therapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. As a clinical social worker, I am licensed in New York, Connecticut, Maryland and Virginia. I have a Master in Social Work from Fordham University, a Master of Science in Dance/Movement Therapy from Sarah Lawrence College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from New York University. I have worked in various mental health settings including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, school settings, nursing homes, residential treatment center and outpatient mental clinic. I am certified in Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT), Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). I am currently pursuing a certification in Somatic Experiencing (Advanced Level), TF-CBT, and AEDP therapist (ES Level 1). I have experienced working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or the heavy impact of trauma or PTSD? As a board-certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) licensed in MD, VA, and D.C., I bring over 20 years of nursing experience to your care. I specialize in providing individualized-centered care and a holistic approach, combining expert medication management with various psychotherapies to address your mind, body, and spirit. My extensive experience includes working with teens, adults, and the military population and their families, focusing on conditions like depression, anxiety, anger management, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and general mood disorders. I am passionate about guiding you toward complete inner healing and a happier life. I accept Aetna, CareFirst, and UnitedHealthcare through Headway. Click my website link now to verify benefits and schedule your first step

Welcome! Creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood is the cornerstone of my clinical practice. I am Dr. Lyda HG. I am a National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor to practice in Florida (LMHC). I obtained my PhD in Counseling at George Washington University and my master’s in clinical Mental Health at Villanova University.

I am a Catholic, bilingual, and bicultural clinical mental health counselor providing services in English and Spanish. I migrated to the United States 19 years ago as an international student. I bring a deep understanding of diverse lived experiences and the unique stressors related to acculturation and immigration. Also, I am an assistant professor, proudly teaching at the university level, to the next generation of master and doctoral students in Counseling.