Ellicott City Condo

Our Ellicott City condo has 5 counseling rooms. Clients should enter the Dorsey Hall Professional Business Park at the end of the entrance road and make a right towards building #5054. Parking is available anywhere in the large parking lot. If the outside of the building is locked, please press the call button for Suite #105 to gain access. Safe Harbor’s office is the first suite door on the right.

Ellicott City Condo

5054 Dorsey Hall Dr, Suite 105
Ellicott City, MD 21042

Phone: 410-838-9500

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Counselors in Ellicott City Condo

Janay Wells, Master’s Level Clinical Intern

Practicing since 2023 Janay comes to Safe Harbor as a graduate intern studying mental health counseling. She received her B.A. in Psychology. Janay has experience working with a variety of clients in a residential setting. Many of the diagnoses included anxiety disorders, mood disorders, borderline…

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

Tanya Vaughn, LGPC, NCC

Practicing Since: 2022 Tanya’s clients can expect a warm, inviting atmosphere that is free from distractions.  A place where they feel accepted and safe to be vulnerable.  She enjoys examining how the client’s thoughts and experiences affect how they feel, which in turn affects their…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Dr. Robert Ciaverelli, M.D., Psychiatrist

Practicing Since: 1984 Dr. Ciaverelli has decades of experience in psychiatric practice, treating conditions from mood disorders to psychotic disorders. For 5 years, Dr. Ciaverelli was the Behavioral Health Medical Director for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, where he oversaw all mental health-related medical decisions, medical staff,…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Trauma

April Grossman, Masters Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2023 April aims to create an accepting, welcoming, and supportive atmosphere where clients can explore ways to address struggles in both the short and long term.  She focuses on a client-centered approach and tries to discover what methods work best for each individual….

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Intellectual Disabilities, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, 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

Ashton Gordon, Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2020 Ashton’s goal is to create a safe space, free of judgment 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 is using which include Strengths-Perspective, Motivational…

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

Luresa McCary, Masters Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2022  Luresa provides a quiet therapeutic environment where safety and confidentiality are held at the highest standards. She gains the respect of her clients through transparency, honesty, and availability.  She has a passion for helping her clients feel heard and strengthened to build…

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

Trina Stevens, Master’s Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2022 Trina’s goal is to come alongside clients who find themselves struggling with life’s challenges and see them emerge on the other side stronger, with healing, hope, and renewed purpose for the future. Working collaboratively with each client, she will employ evidence-based therapies,…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Karen Leslie Bradley-Poff, MS, CRNP-PMH

Practicing Since: 2006 Leslie is a nurse practitioner with an extensive variety of experience in providing medication management to adult individuals. Her diagnostic skills and prescriptive privileges enable her to treat a wide array of psychiatric disorders across the mental health spectrum. Her clients can…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Medication Management, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Patty Corboy, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2013 Patty understands it is difficult baring your life and soul to a stranger and so focuses on building a strong relationship with her clients. Patty follows Conrad Baars’, Victor Frankl’s, and strengths based approaches to help her clients find meaning in and…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, 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: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Depression

Kami Bauer-Hammerquist, LGPC, NCC

Practicing Since: 2022 Kami is committed to creating a safe environment in which others can express their thoughts, feelings, concerns, and life stories. She believes in building relationships with clients that are founded on acceptance, respect, dignity, and compassion. So much of our lives encompass…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Elizabeth Purdum, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2022 Elizabeth practices a combination of evidence-based treatment modalities. She determines the appropriate modality collaboratively with each individual and with their families/support systems when appropriate. She uses a strengths-based approach to help individuals recognize their strengths and abilities. And she utilizes cognitive-behavioral interventions…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Infidelity, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation

Jaclyn Buss, Master’s Level Clinical Intern

Practicing Since: 2022 Jaclyn chose counseling as a profession because she desires to help others establish healthy, emotional wellness in their lives. She considers it an honor and privilege to share in a client’s journey to help them discover more about themselves and their behaviors….

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Gender Identity Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, 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

Edward Ruiz, LCPC, NCC

Practicing Since:2014 Creating a warm and safe atmosphere where individuals can share about what is going on in their lives without fear of judgement is Edward’s goal. Utilizing a blend of family systems therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy helps guide individuals toward optimal treatment outcomes….

Issues Served: Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, Trauma

Dr. Chigozie Achebe, Ed.D., LGPC

Practicing Since: 2021  Dr. Achebe’s goal is to build a trusting environment for her clients so they feel a sense of safety and support as they share and confront their problems and issues. Dr. Achebe believes it is important to develop rapport with the client…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Infidelity, Intellectual Disabilities, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Jazmyn Wilson, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2012 Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? Feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, and lonely like life is not worth living? Struggling to sleep and waking exhausted, disconnected, feeling worthless? Or do you ever find it difficult to make friends and experience…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Marital/Premarital, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Telisa Hickson, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2011  In a safe and supportive setting, Telisa uses a cognitive behavioral approach with clients with the belief that thoughts and emotions directly impact behaviors and actions. Telisa seeks to make therapy a comfortable way to do significant work in a non-judgmental manner. Her passion is to help her clients live the happiest and emotionally healthiest life possible.     Telisa…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Codependency, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Self Esteem

Denine Gudnitz, LCPC, NBCC

Practicing Since: 2007  Do you want to reduce the burden of feelings that have been making your life unbearable? If so, then it would be Denine’s pleasure to stand with you as you begin the healing journey. Denine is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Board-Certified…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Depression, Divorce, Marital/Premarital, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Self-Harm

Rosemary Bitzel, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Drawing on clinical experience and life experience, Rosemary builds relationships with clients based on acceptance and trust so they can feel supported while growing and facing challenges. She works diligently to choose the therapeutic techniques that best fit each client. Rosemary incorporates…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Sarah Dey, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2005 Sarah has been practicing since 2005, initially providing psychotherapy to dual diagnosis clients, but the majority of her experience is in an outpatient setting with a wide variety of concerns. Her style is very interactive, and she prefers to help her clients…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Codependency, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Marie Celano, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2008 Marie Celano is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Loyola University. Her education provided an integrated approach preparing Marie to address the psychological needs of individuals, families, and organizations. She has worked with…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Natalie Williams, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Trust and building a strong therapeutic relationship is extremely important to Natalie. She understands that coming to therapy alone can be challenging and may cause anxiety however, she strives to provide a safe, relaxing atmosphere that helps client become more at ease…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, Oncology, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Trauma

Benjamin Spearman, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2015 Ben’s focus is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) but he tends to be eclectic in his approach to therapeutic intervention. His passion is to see clients set free from negative emotional and cognitive patterns, allowing them to be the best versions of themselves….

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Codependency, Depression, Eating Disorders, Infidelity, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Suicidal Ideation

Stephen Osterhout, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 1987 Steve believes the best and most important component to the therapy process is in successfully developing a partnership in the process towards change. Through such relationships, there is great opportunity for healing, adjusting beliefs, and making significant changes to overall patterns of functioning. This…

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, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Elizabeth Aitken, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Beth believes that people are complex and integrated beings with unique needs of mind, body, and spirit. Beth believes that the relationship between the counselor and the client is critical to therapy. She feels it is important for clients to feel safe…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Dr. Stephanie Marinelli, PhD, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2009 It takes courage to reach out for help. Life can be challenging and stressful at times. Stephanie will walk with you as you explore the issues you are facing. She believes we each have a great capacity for growth and change. Stephanie’s…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Self Esteem

Dr. Jerry Lawler, PhD, Psychologist

Practicing Since: 1993 Dr. Lawler approaches every client with a willingness to listen and not be judgmental. He will take the time to get to know each client to have a full understanding of their presenting problems, family life, past and present experience with relationships,…

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