Bel Air, MD

Counselors in Bel Air, MD

Ashley Seprodi, Master’s Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2022 Ashley feels it is of the utmost importance for each client to truly feel seen and heard as the unique individuals they are in a counseling setting. Her goal is to establish an environment that feels safe, warm, and inviting- meeting people…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Intellectual Disabilities, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Todd Twining, Master’s Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since 2023 Todd’s focus in therapy is to create a welcoming and understanding atmosphere where clients feel safe to share what they are experiencing. His passion is for people to feel their story matters and that they are heard and supported with no judgment….

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Kimber Thomas, Fellow

Practicing Since: 2023 Kimber Thomas (she/her) strives to create an open and non-judgmental atmosphere, treating eachperson in a caring and respectful fashion while being mindful of individual differences and cultural andethnic diversity. She strives to promote clients’ socially responsible self-determination and seeks toenhance clients’ capacity…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Trauma

Jessica Savage, PMHNP-BC

Practicing Since: 2020 Jessica Savage is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience in caring for and treating clients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan. She is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to develop an individualized plan of care that is mutually agreed upon, evidence-based, and…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Medication Management, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma

Kelly Fritz, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Kelly believes therapy sessions are a time for you to focus solely on yourself and your goals. She brings her authentic self to sessions, creating an environment in which trust can be built so that you feel comfortable to share your vulnerabilities in…

Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Workplace Issues

Josefina Reign, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2019 Josefina is a Licensed Social Worker who takes a holistic approach to working with her clients. She understands that improving each client’s wellbeing is about helping them to create a more balanced life. When working with clients she considers each client’s emotional,…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Codependency, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

TeResa Black-Byers, Masters Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2023  TeResa is committed and takes pride in helping people!  She is a passionate individual focused on client advocacy and evidence-based care. Her goal is to provide clients with a safe, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment—one of validation, compassion, and empowerment! TeResa believes that…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Ashton Gordon, LMSW

Practicing since: 2020 Ashton’s goal is to create a safe space, free of judgement and expectations, which welcomes curiosity and encourages openness, exploration, and growth. Clients that work with Ashton can benefit from some of the modalities that she using which are Strengths-Perspective, Motivational Interviewing,…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Sarah Bougher, MTS, LGPC

Practicing Since: 1998 Sarah believes therapy helps us to learn healthy thoughts, express our true feelings, and adapt to new, positive behaviors in our work, family, and significant relationships. It can help us determine who is safe in our lives and who needs to be…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Workplace Issues

Brittny Sharrow, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2016 Brittny believes mental health is just as important as physical health and works hard to create a safe, relaxing, comfortable atmosphere for her clients. Understanding the most important piece of counseling is the therapeutic relationship, Brittny works with her clients utilizing various…

Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Workplace Issues

Gabrielle Scott, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2015 Gabrielle views therapy as something everyone can benefit from. The therapeutic relationship is a key piece of what makes therapy beneficial, and Gabrielle begins building that through unconditional acceptance and support. Clients can expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere where they can be…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Amy Adams, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2010 Amy strives to provide a warm, open, and accepting atmosphere for her clients- empowering each person by guiding them to their strengths and helping them discover individualized tools to use for creating change and healing. She believes that mental health affects everything…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Trinity Foss, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Trinity utilizes a client-centered approach to engage clients exactly where they are in order to build a therapeutic relationship that best serves the client to meet their desired goals and outcomes. As part of her treatment, Trinity utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Infidelity, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Shon Miller, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2010 Shon strives to connect with clients by validating their experiences. She hopes to validate the client’s experiences by providing unconditional, radical acceptance. Shon also helps people to gain new perspectives by looking for the “bless in the mess.” Her style is client-centered,…

Issues Served: Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Marital/Premarital, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Amanda Bolen, ATR-BC, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2005 Amanda is a registered and board-certified Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She uses a combination of traditional talk therapy as well as the creative process to help improve and enhance the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of her clients. Sessions…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Dr. Lisa Swords, DNP, CRNP-PMH, BC

Practicing Since: 2010 As a family psychiatric nurse practitioner, Lisa’s goal is to optimize mental health by empowering individuals to reach their goals and assist them in developing positive coping strategies. With the development of an individualized treatment plan, Lisa prescribes medications to those struggling…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Medication Management, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol)

Jennifer Sklar, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2004 Jennifer’s goal as a therapist is to support her clients in achieving a greater sense of peace and balance in their lives. She endeavors to help her clients understand that, while we cannot always control what happens to us or how other people interact with us, we do have a…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, OCD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation

Jonathan DeCarlo, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2018 Jonathan’s personal philosophy is that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. He utilizes CBT, solution and reality focused approaches. Jonathan is empathetic, understanding, patient and non-judgmental. He brings an approach that assists individuals in finding help that is in line with…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Jessica Ives, LCPC, RPT, NCC

Practicing Since: 2003 Jessica has a passion for working with children ages 2 and up, adults, and families. She is a registered Play Therapist through the Association of Play Therapists and has experience working in various settings including private practice, public and private schools, and…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

George Thomas Moran, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2008 Having a big heart for those feeling defeated and lost, Tom Moran has always felt his calling to be in the area of counseling, even before he transitioned out of a career in insurance in 1996. Tom had direct care experience in…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, OCD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation

Kaitlan Phillips, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2018 **Kaitlan is currently only seeing clients for DBT and is not available for individual counseling** Kaitlan adapts her clinical approach to meet the needs of her clients by utilizing a variety of approaches including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, person-centered, dialectical behavioral, play interventions,…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, OCD, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Donna Lucker, LCPC, LCADC

Practicing Since: 1998 Donna earned her BA in psychology at Towson University, and her MS in Pastoral Counseling at Loyola College. She feels honored to stand beside her clients and help them through difficult times in their lives. Many people are at a crossroads in…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Julia Henry McGovern, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2001 Julia leads with a strong cognitive behavioral approach tied to the use of the strengths-based framework with a focus on treating the entire family system and working from a team approach. Julia is trained in the use of multiple treatment modalities which…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Robert Basler, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2002 A graduate of Loyola College in Maryland, the University of Maryland School of Social Work, and the University of Delaware Leadership Consortium on Developmental Disabilities, Mr. Basler has over 18 years of experience assisting children, adolescents and their families live healthier, happier…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, PTSD, Trauma

Glenda Flowers, LCPC

Practicing Since: 1997 Glenda has over 15 years of experience providing direct services to adults, children, and families in the social services and criminal justice arenas. She holds a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Baltimore. She is a member…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Melanie Sipes, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2015 Melanie uses a person-centered approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques as well as methods drawn from decision making skills, communication skills and stress management. Melanie practices from a supportive, solution-focused approach to allow for the client to meet his/her goals…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Dr. Jennifer Maxfield-DeCarlo, PhD, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 1999 Throughout her professional experiences, she has come to have a deep reverence and honor for working with clients who are facing life transitions and assisting clients in moving toward not simply surviving but rather thriving every day. Dr. Maxfield-DeCarlo earned her Master’s…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

William R. Walls, LCSW, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 1999 Will is a strong psychotherapist and counselor, with a “direct, firm, no nonsense, yet compassionate” style of counseling. He serves patients of all faith and non-faith groups, as he is well-versed in most religious, philosophies, and world views. He has served patients…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Steven Andrus, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2014 Steven is passionate about helping adolescents, individuals, couples, and families rediscover hope through the counseling process. Steven is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and National Board Certified Counselor. He obtained his Master of Science degree in Marriage & Family Counseling from Mississippi College and…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol)