Ellicott City, MD

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, MD

Nathaniel Gautier, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2023 Nathaniel provides a safe and open environment for clients regardless of their background. He works with adults, older adults and adolescents through various mental challenges using trauma-informed care. He tailors his approach to one that best suits his clients’ needs and encourages…

Issues Served: Abortion, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

April Chen, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2022 April strives to create a compassionate and nurturing atmosphere where individuals can safely explore their emotions and challenges. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and enhanced through creative interventions, fostering growth and helping clients achieve optimal outcomes despite…

Issues Served: Abortion, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Sweetie Hope Doychinov, CRNP-PMH

Practicing Since: 2022 During the initial visit, clients can expect a thorough psychiatric evaluation, collaborative goal-setting, and comprehensive education about their diagnosis and available treatment options.  Sweetie’s care approach focuses on treating the whole person, not just symptoms. She uses holistic methods, considering mental, emotional,…

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Megan Weaver, Intern

Practicing Since: 2024 Megan provides a positive, safe and open atmosphere for clients to be able share with her as they feel comfortable.  She strives to validate the clients’ feelings and experiences.  She incorporates compassion, empathy and respect into every session. Megan views mental health…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, 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, Personality Disorders, 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

Gennell Miller, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2021 As a therapist, Gennell’s goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to begin their healing journey.  She believes that you have the potential to create and live the life you desire.  She is here to equip you with…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Gender Identity Issues, Infidelity, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, 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, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2023 April aims to create a warm, accepting, welcoming, and supportive environment in which clients can explore ways to address struggles in both the short and long term. She genuinely enjoys getting to know clients deeply to better serve them and their individual…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Intellectual Disabilities, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Madeline “Maddie” Brown, LGPC

Practicing Since 2023 Maddie is committed to creating a warm, inviting, and open atmosphere where clients can express themselves freely and share their most intimate and vulnerable parts of themselves in a space free of judgment and criticism. Additionally, she enjoys working with members of…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Gender Identity Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self-Harm, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Trina Stevens, LGPC

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

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, LCPC

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

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: Anxiety/Panic, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, OCD, Oncology, PTSD, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Jaclyn Buss, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2022Jaclyn 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.Holding an active…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Infidelity, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Self Esteem, 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

Nuquanna Zimmerman, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2021 Nuquanna likes to think of herself as a beam of light. A beam of light can be defined as a directional projection of light energy radiating from a light source. Nuquanna uses her life experiences, knowledge, and various available resources to help…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

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: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Trauma, 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, NCC

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

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

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: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Trauma