Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Upper Marlboro, MD

Life is not a destination, but a journey with peaks and valleys. Your mental health state ebbs and flows with how you navigate those peaks and valleys, which can sometimes prove to be extremely difficult. Bright Journey Counseling LLC provides empathetic, yet focused coping strategies to offer hope, positive thinking and realization that change is possible.

I bring over a decade of clinical experience providing psychotherapy to children, teens and adults in various clinical settings.

I am Dr. Marcia Johnson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in mental health care. My background includes work in hospitals, outpatient programs, crisis stabilization, higher education, and private practice. I hold a Ph.D. in Medical & Urban Sociology and an MSW in Mental Health from Howard University.

I specialize in helping clients manage trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and substance use disorders, including co‐occurring conditions. I also welcome clients who wish to integrate their Christian faith and spirituality into therapy, as I believe healing involves the mind, body, and spirit.

Hi, I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, personalized mental health care for adults and young adults. I believe healing happens when you feel heard, understood, and supported — not rushed or judged.

I work collaboratively with my clients to create treatment plans that fit your goals, lifestyle, and values. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, or trauma, we’ll take the time to understand the whole picture and find what truly works for you.

My approach combines thoughtful medication management with therapy-informed care, education, and practical coping strategies. My goal is to help you feel more balanced, confident, and in control of your life.

If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d be honored to support you on your journey.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with years of experience in mental health care. My clinical background includes working with individuals across different stages of life and supporting clients experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and other mental health concerns. I provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, behavioral health support, and care coordination.

I believe mental health care should be personalized, compassionate, and free of judgment. My goal is to create a space where clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable discussing their concerns. I work collaboratively with each client to understand their experiences, strengths, and goals and develop a treatment plan that fits their individual needs.

When navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma, it is easy to assume that something is fundamentally wrong with you. If you are struggling with low self-concept, anger, or substance usage, you might view these obstacles as personal failures. My goal is to completely shift that narrative. Together, we will look at what is going on with you, rather than what is wrong with you.

Since 1993, I have spent over 30 years helping individuals recognize their innate strengths and leverage them to overcome life’s hardest hurdles. Throughout my career, I have developed deep clinical expertise, obtaining specific, formal certifications across multiple states to ensure you receive highly credentialed and adaptive care.

Taking that first step to reach out for support can feel intimidating. Because of this, our introductory session is designed to be a safe, collaborative space. We will explore what is currently going well, examine the challenges you are experiencing, and align on your expectations for therapy. My primary objective is to establish an empowering professional relationship built entirely on your strengths.

I’m Dr. Simone Blanchard, an international psychologist and the creator of the InnerLightT Model.

My work integrates psychology, energy awareness, and reflective practices to support individuals and communities through change, uncertainty, and transition. Over time, I observed that many people struggle not because they lack motivation or discipline, but because they lack clarity about what is happening internally—in their thoughts, emotions, and habitual behaviors.

InnerLightTM was developed to provide that clarity.

I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, attachment issues, family, and spiritually and religiously-based trauma.