
Andrea Ellis
I am licensed in Maryland with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Emmanuella Owobu
Hello, my name is Emmanuella Owobu a licensed therapist. I present myself fully, and professionally in helping willing clients develop the right coping skills to better handle successfully, challenging life, behavioral and mental issues like anger management, anxiety related disorders, trauma related disorders, bipolar related disorders, depression, suicidal thoughts, aging, effective parenting, change of life, grieving, self-esteem, family and couples problems, stress, as well as drug and alcohol use disorders. I provide psychotherapy, assessment, diagnosis, substance abuse treatment, and crisis management. I possess extensive experience in multicultural sensitive therapeutic skills. Able to work with individuals, couples, family and groups. Licensed by the State of Maryland Board of professional counselors in clinical counseling, approved as clinical supervisor and certified in the treatment of drug and alcohol problems. My knowledge in many theories helps me better work with clients to personalize the direction of treatment best suited for each client. It is my belief that "one size fits all" never works in life stressors and developing the skills to work through them.

Jessica "J. Marie" Garrett
I am licensed in Maryland and D.C. with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Dr. Victoria Gottfried
I am licensed in Kentucky and Maryland with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Deanna Laur
I am licensed in Maryland with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Mary Jacquet
I am licensed in Maryland with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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.

Darlene Alvalle
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with over 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, BPD, Bipolar, ADHD, relationships, immigrants and refugees, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Michelle Lake
My name is Michelle Lake, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with over 15 years counseling experience. I have a Master's Degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling, and I am a Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Counselors. I have extensive experience working with adults, teenagers, and the LGBT population providing individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, and group counseling. I have devoted my life to helping others make positive changes in their lives. We all face obstacles and sometimes feel like we do not have the strength to overcome these obstacles. However, within each human spirit, is the power to thrive and overcome life's challenges. I am passionate about helping my clients tap into their inner power so they are able to resolve their problems, heal, and live happy and emotionally healthy lives. I do this by establishing caring, genuine therapeutic relationships with my clients whereby I empower them to make positive changes through the use of a holistic approach and various therapeutic modalities. I look forward to working with you!

Elizabeth Taylor
I am licensed in Maryland with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. My hope is to empower individuals to cultivate equanimity—a balanced, resilient, and composed approach to life’s challenges. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and compassionate support, I want to help you develop the capacity to pause, notice, and reflect before reacting, fostering greater emotional stability and self-awareness. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Edgewater?
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 Edgewater that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic 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 Edgewater available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Edgewater 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, Edgewater therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Edgewater region and in the state of Maryland.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Edgewater 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 Edgewater may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Edgewater offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.