Chestertown, Maryland is revered for its amazing seafood, cultural history, nature, beautiful sunsets and so much more. If you want to live someplace with an uplifting and healthy environment, then Chestertown is definitely a great city to consider. No matter who you are or where you come from, there is something for anyone to enjoy in this great city.
Regardless of all the awesome opportunities which Chestertown has to offer, your personal happiness and wellbeing ought to be your top priorities. Thankfully, you never have to feel alone in this city; you always have the option of sitting down with a Chestertown-based counselor who can help you work through things and truly enjoy what the city has to offer.

Rita Nzuwah
Dear clients, I am a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for helping individuals, couples and families maneuver the stresses, challenges, hurts and traumas of everyday life. I am an African-American, faith-based woman, who has a passion for helping other minority men, woman, couples and families maneuver life challenges. My counseling philosophy is that you are the expert of your own life. My role is to guide and support you in building the skills and confidence necessary to live your best life. I meet each client where you are and help you build on your strengths and resources. My assessments and evaluations are comprehensive bio-psychosocial-spiritual, in nature. I incorporate faith-based principles that you request and find meaningful to you. I have over 7 years of experience helping clients with relationship issues and various other mental health and life challenges. My expertise allows you to develop your own perspective of problem solving and will empower you to make the changes needed in order to accomplish your goals. Due to limits on availability, I am able to provide ongoing phone sessions only. I look forward to working with you. Sincerely, Rita Nzuwah, LCSW-C

Rachel Babiskin
Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified, with a client centered, motivational approach to therapy. She focuses on collaborating with clients and meeting them where they are at in their life journey. Using a strength-based, trauma informed approach to counseling, she works with clients to find and master skills that can help to facilitate change and improve overall well being and health. Rachel believes building relationships is that the most important indicator of success in therapy. She focuses on ensuring that each client feels heard and respected, while working to build a foundation of trust, and believes that everyone brings their own story and experiences to the client/therapist relationship. Rachel’s approach is collaborative, providing guidance while gently challenging clients, when therapeutically necessary. Rachel possesses a Bachelor’ s degree from the University of Maryland in Family Studies and a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified (LCSW-C), Rachel works with a wide variety of clients in different settings, such as schools, hospitals, and private practice. Her experience includes working with young adults with mental illness, or co-occurring disorders. Her expertise includes relationship issues, personal development, depression and anxiety issues, trauma, autism, attention issues and executive functioning, Rachel is a passionate therapist who believes that therapy should be a positive experience for each individual while motivating positive change and a more fulfilling life.

Jennifer McLucas
Hello! My name is Jenn and I am a licensed professional counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland. I have had over 15 years experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential, day programs, outpatient, in-home, and addictions. Although that seems like a lot, all it really means is I have experience working with a broad range and severity of clinical issues. I have the most experience working with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and anger management. I also have experience working with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorders and trauma. I use a person-centered integrative approach in treatment. This means I begin where you are and tailor the treatment approach to your needs while being sensitive to how your life choices impact your experience. I primarily use evidence-based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling. Additionally, I would like to highlight that our therapeutic relationship and sessions feature a no judgement zone. Therapy should be a place where you feel safe and comfortable with sharing thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of being judged. I would describe my style as warm and supportive, and I am ready to help you tackle your struggles head-on. Collaboration is important, together we can work on establishing concrete realistic goals and steps for you to help overcome your current problems. Mental health is a journey, and while you may feel lost now, that is not an indication of how your life will continue. It takes a lot of strength and will power to work towards a more fulfilling and happier life, if you are ready to take the next step, I’m here to support and empower you.

Justin Davis
Hello and Welcome! I'm glad that you are taking the first steps towards making changes in your life. I am hopeful that you will find the right person to aid you in this journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Supervisor in the state of Maryland. I currently have 5 years of experience working in the wonderful world of mental health. I have a wide range of experience and have worked with individuals in a traditional outpatient setting, as a crisis counselor, and with individuals in a crisis residential setting. I have worked with individuals who have depression, anxiety, relationship issues, difficulty coping with life stressors, and bipolar disorders. I believe in the motto, "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone" and I understand that therapy can be uncomfortable at times. My approach in the therapeutic process is warm and inviting. I believe that everyone should be treated with respect and compassion and I stay away stigmatizing labels. My counseling style is a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and client focused therapy. My goal is to meet you where you're at, and to help you create an individualized treatment plan that helps you meet your specific needs. It takes a lot of courage to reach out and share you concerns and I appreciate the opportunity to work with you.

Kari Perez
My name is Kari Perez and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland. I graduated from Loyola University with my Master's in Science - Counseling Psychology in 2011. I started out working for four years in a long term residential facility for adults struggling with co-occurring addiction and mental health diagnosis. In this role, I have experience with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and helping work on life skills. After this, I moved to working with children and their families in home settings for several years. In this setting I developed the skills to work with the family unit as a whole. In family situations, I believe that whoever is being identified as the client with diagnosis is often just a piece in a larger dynamic. My goal is to try to support and address the family as a whole to help change the dynamic creating problematic symptoms. I utilize a multi-modal approach, being able to pull from multiple theories to find the strategies that best fit the person and situation. My strongest belief in a therapeutic relationship is that the client is the expert in their experience and I am there as a partner to try to understand as best I can and provide support. I use my experience to help clients create and meet the goals they desire. I enjoy working with kids through adults who are looking for help becoming their best self.

JoAnn Collins
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with over 10 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, mental health, and substance misuse counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, parenting challenges, career issues, OCD, ADHD, and dual diagnoses. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional setbacks. My counseling style is warm, welcoming, and supportive. I engage everyone in a respectful, affirming claim and nonjudgmental way. My approach is a blend of cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our therapeutic relationship and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I am here to support and empower you through courageous exploration towards the possibility of change and engage the process of seeking a more fulfilling and happier life through the explorative process. I look forward to our journey together.

Jennifer Langston
I am licensed in Maryland with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Casherie Bright
I am licensed in Maryland with 13 years of professional work experience. Prior to living in Maryland, I was living in Europe for 3 years and practiced therapy there. I am from Utah and have experience working with clients who have left a high demand religion or is having difficulty with their faith. I have worked with the military population as well as vets and enjoy helping them reach their goals. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Sarah Larsen-Astrones
I am licensed in Maryland and Nebraska with 13 years of professional work experience. I am a former counseling intern site-supervisor and CE course provider having taught at colleges and universities in multiple states. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with concentration, memory and focus (neurodivergence). I work with my clients to create an open, private, and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Kaitlin Morris
I am licensed in Maryland with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process and look forward to helping you navigate your next new chapter.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Chestertown
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Chestertown that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Chestertown available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Chestertown therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Chestertown therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Chestertown region and in the state of Maryland.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Chestertown can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Chestertown may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.