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Top therapists in Maryland accepting new patients
Seeking therapy in Maryland? Access 2,556 providers through Headway offering flexible scheduling and multiple treatment approaches. With 70+ insurance plans accepted and free intake consultations available, you can find the right fit for your mental health needs.
I help clients manage anxiety, depression, and stress one step at a time by offering practical tools and supportive, empowering therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
Are you ready to get off the hamster wheel of fear, worry, & anxiety? If you are, I'm ready to help! I’m LaShawnda, licensed clinical mental health counselor (NC, SC, TX, & MD), and owner of McLaurin Mental Wellness, PLLC. I provide therapy that meets you where you are by helping women and couples exclusively. I help women overcome fear, worry, and anxiety to achieve their personal and professional goals and I help couples create the relationship that they deeply desire.
I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland, a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina, and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I'm a nationally certified counselor, a certified anxiety specialist, and a certified clinical military counselor. Throughout my counseling career of over 12 years, I have worked with a variety of populations with a plethora of concerns. I found that I have a passion for working with women in the area of anxiety, fear, and worry to reach their goals.
Visit my website to learn more: https://www.mclaurinmentalwellness.com/
A combination of lived experiences, years of training, and witnessing the lack of comprehensive and inclusive sexual education has centered my clinical priorities on LGBTQ+ clients and clients working through sexual health matters (including sexual exploration, gender and sexuality, non-monogamy, and healing from sexual trauma).
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland. I have over 4 years of experience working as a mental health counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, trauma and ADHD. I have also worked with clients who experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.
Welcome, I am a Clinical Social Worker, I was born and raised in California and relocated to Maryland. I have a Masters in Social Work from University of Maryland, Baltimore and a Bachelors in Cultural Anthropology. It is my strong heritage as a Chicana that pushed me to find a career that would allow me to give back to my community by providing a culturally inclusive therapeutic space that encompasses diversity, healing, empowerment and instills value
Ka'ra Johnson is a LCSW-C, LCSW licensed in MD, VA, DC, and OH. She received both her Masters in Mental Health Counseling and Masters of Social Work from Capella University. She specializes in treating Trauma, Mood Disorders, Forensic Clients, Crisis Interventions and Life Transitions. Her modalities of therapy are: Trauma informed CBT, REBT and Motivational Interviewing.
I came into the profession through a series of life experiences that led me to the belief that all people can experience growth, healing and self-confidence. Therapy provides an avenue for all people to live a life of fulfillment.
About our therapists serving Maryland



- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 73%Trauma
- 71%Relationship issues

- 98%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 62%Ascension

- 99%English
- 5%Spanish
- 2%French
- 1%Yoruba
- 1%Igbo

- 93%Online only
- 7%In-person or online

- 84%Woman
- 16%Man

- 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
- 31%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 21%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Clinical Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 20%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Maryland
Searching for therapists in Maryland starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist background fits your needs. Maryland has a wide range of therapists across urban, suburban, and rural areas, so available specialties can vary by location. You might look for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship concerns, grief, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare Maryland therapists, review their listed specialties, therapy styles, and experience with the concerns you want to address.
Practical fit matters too. If you live near Baltimore, Annapolis, Silver Spring, or another part of Maryland, consider whether in-person sessions are easy to reach or whether virtual appointments fit your schedule better. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you understand how each therapist describes their approach, communication style, and what to expect in a first session.
The cost of therapy in Maryland can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for Maryland therapists who accept insurance, verify your benefits, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage for your plan and location as you search. Browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:
* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
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