Therapists in Elkton, MD

My name is Nadia Maghsadi and I am an LCPC from Baltimore, MD. I completed my undergraduate education at the University of Maryland, College Park and my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University. My mental health experience ranges from inpatient hospital care for girls, detention centers for juvenile boys, outpatient substance abuse treatment for adults, domestic violence intervention programs for couples, and the National Suicide Lifeline. I also have experience providing family therapy to navigate complicated family dynamics. I am a nationally certified counselor and hold additional certifications in treating trauma as well as problematic sexual behaviors. I am a person-centered, humanistic therapist meaning that I am warm, genuine, empathetic, patient and will never judge. I am skilled at highlighting dysfunctional thoughts that might be causing painful emotions or behaviors that don’t support your goals. You can count on me to be honest while kind and unconditionally supportive throughout your journey in therapy. I am the child of Middle Eastern immigrants- whether my clients come from BIPOC backgrounds or not, I believe it’s important to examine where we come from in order to better understand where we’re going. I am also a yoga teacher happy to offer my individual clients breathing and mindfulness techniques.

Thank you for taking the time to visit my page. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland with over 20 years of experience in the human services field and more than a decade as a licensed therapist. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, mood disorders, and more. I specialize in supporting those with a history of trauma, both from childhood and adulthood. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, ensuring that each individual feels respected and empowered to take charge of their own journey. I believe in meeting you where you are and collaborating to create goals that align with what you want to explore or improve within yourself. I utilize various techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based approaches, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing. Each person is unique, so I tailor my approach to what works best for you. If you're ready to take steps toward greater self-understanding or personal growth, I’m here to support and empower you every step of the way. I look forward to working together! Heather

I believe that there is help for everyone and that progress IS success. I believe that anything worth having takes time and anything worth keeping takes patience. My goal is help you reach your goals with a systemic approach, that leads to positive outcomes. I have been in the field of Social Work for almost 20 years and I have had the pleasure of working with individuals, couples, groups, adults, seniors, teenagers, Active Duty Service Members, Veterans, clients struggling with addictions, clients struggling with grief and loss, and clients struggling with life challenges. Let’s work together to meet your goals and get you to that internal place of peace.

I am a psychotherapist for thirty plus years of experience. I have worked in many different areas and a variety of ages. I am respectful of my clients needs and issues. I have worked in addictions services throughout my career. I have worked with clients suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression, adjustment to mental and physical illness, self acceptance, dealing with life transitions, returning military, separation and divorce. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches. When I started in the helping profession, I did school outreach, residential treatment with adolescent males, and like working with the age group

I have worked in the helping profession for over 25 years because of my love for assisting populations to overcome issues, that hinders their ability to function to the best of their ability,using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Approach. Initially, I started with a background in Social Services to Families with Children, with a focus on stabilizing the family unit, by providing case management services and counseling to oppressed populations. My experience evolved into my role as a Mental Health Specialist, providing counseling and Resources to Social Service recipients, who were experiencing problems becoming gainfully employed due to mental health issues , such as Depression and Anxiety issues. A focus on removing the barriers prohibiting them to obtain employment was identified, and counseling / case management, and family issues were addressed. Substance Addiction/Abuse, and School Counselor is also a part of my expertise, and experience. I look forward to assisting my clients identify, address, and work through issues that prohibit them to move forward, and to live the best life possible.

I am licensed in Maryland with 32 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, lgbt-related issues, 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 and engaging in therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Working together I am sure we can make a positive difference in your life and living. I look forward to joining you on this journey.

I am licensed in Maryland with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbt-related issues, & trauma and abuse. 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.

I am licensed in Maryland with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma, and abuse, intimacy-related issues, & 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!

I am licensed in Maryland with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, intimacy related issues, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Maryland with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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.