Gazing out at the beautiful waters should fill you with a sense of calm and help you to find purpose. Your current depression issues make it difficult for you to focus on anything, though. These mental health issues can hold you back in life and they can make you suffer even when you desperately want to be happy. Problems like this are not unusual at all, as millions of people deal with depression and anxiety symptoms each year.
Thankfully, you can get the help of an Ocean City-area counselor so that you can deal with your symptoms more effectively. A counselor will be able to talk to you about what is going on and they can work with you to help you deal with the issues that are present. You can get to the point where your depression is controlled and your counselor will be there for you whenever you need a helping hand. Life will feel calm once again and realizing your life goals will start to become easier once more.

Dr. Danielle Johnson
I am a licensed professional counselor in Maryland. I am committed to helping my clients find healing in a way that's meaningful for them. My goal is to offer time and attention for intentional and reflective listening so that my clients feel heard, validated, and receive the tools necessary to find freedom from emotional hurts. Most of my clients manage substance use concerns, anxiety, depression, conflict in relationships, and adjustment difficulties. I am pursuing a counseling-related doctoral degree, and I look forward to implementing relevant skills and techniques in my practice. My specific focus areas include collegiate-age adjustment issues, harm reduction, mood and anxiety-related issues, trauma, and grief. I use a client-centered approach focused on whole-body wellness. My counseling philosophy is that wellness is a journey and everyone deserves a supportive person to journey beside them. I look forward to walking alongside you in your path toward healing and discovery.

Kelly Williams
Hi! My name is Kelly Williams and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-clinical in the state of Maryland. I have been providing mental health therapy for over 6 years and have worked with a diverse group of people of all ages. I enjoy working with adults and helping them understand what they value. I strive to provide validating, supportive and collaborative therapy to my clients. I strongly believe in recovery from mental illness and helping people develop personalized goals that help them lead fulfilling lives. I also enjoy helping my clients learn ways to express themselves through art and writing. I am a Cognitive and Solution Focused therapist and tend to focus on helping clients become aware of how their thoughts are contributing to Depression and Anxiety they are experiencing. I help people think more realistically as well as learn to listen to and tolerate distressing emotions. I have had specialized training in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders and couples.

Rochelle Lachance
I have been a Social Worker since 1975 and have spent over 40 years years in a variety of treatment settings. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1983. I have worked in hospitals, outpatient treatment facilities, psychiatric facilities, substance abuse treatment units, special education schools and have provided home visits for geriatric patients. I am knowledgeable about children and families and have had specialized marriage and family therapy training and understanding family dynamics. My ability as a therapist to listen, empathize, build a trusting relationship, and work toward treatment goals has made me a successful Social Worker. I am very knowledgeable about community resources and work with patients toward their identified goals in a problem-solving modality.

janice doan
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland with over 20 years of experience. I have worked for over 10 years with victims of trauma and abuse, specifically domestic violence. I currently work with children and adults with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting problems, ADHD, and more. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral therapy and client-centered therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Jasmine Templeton
I am licensed in Maryland with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, family conflicts, & 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!

Faith Storms
I am licensed in Maryland with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 have written a book to help support you in your healing journey. It is called "SAD No More". May it be a blessing to you.

Dr. Lynn Grattan
I am a doctoral level psychologist with 35 years of professional experience in psychology and neuropsychology in Maryland. I work with clients who struggle with stress, anxiety, low motivation, poor self confidence, strained coping skills, cognitive disorders, traumatic brain injury, post concussion symptoms, OCD, ADHD, adjusting to grief, and managing life changes. My approach is tailored to the unique needs of each client. This typically includes one or a combination of cognitive-behavioral, client centered, existential phenomenological, coping, and problem solving therapies. I believe that most people are the expert of their story and will work closely with you to strengthen and empower your journey toward enhanced well-being, life, and/or career goals. I look forward to meeting and working with you!

Krista Healy Schaefer
I am licensed in Maryland with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Erica Booker
I am licensed in District of Columbia and Maryland with over fifteen years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, navigating through the teenage experience & parenting issues. 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.

Karen Schwartz Triana
Hello, I am a licensed mental health counselor and certified rehabilitation counselor in Florida. I graduated from the University of South Florida in 2011. I began my career as a career counselor and then moved into mental health counseling. I have worked with clients with anxiety, depression, coping with disabilities, trauma, career difficulties, family and marriage conflicts, etc. I have over 8 years’ experience with counseling adults, families and children. I am a Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Client Centered Therapist. In my sessions, I provide a safe environment with open communication. I tailor my sessions to my client’s needs. I believe in taking counseling one session at a time. I help my clients develop progress goals, so they can track the progress they have made in the sessions. I take time at the end of every session for the client to take time to reflect on how they have felt the session was. I have utilized various techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, motivational interviewing, behavior modification, etc. I believe in working together with my clients and creating an individualized treatment plan for them. I work with you to help you discover the next steps you need to take to improve yourself. I promote change through personal growth. I cannot wait to work with you.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Ocean City?
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 Ocean City 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 Ocean City available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Ocean City 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, Ocean City therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Ocean City 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 Ocean City 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 Ocean City 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 Ocean City 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.