
Craig Kalman
I've been a professional counselor for over 31 years working at several very interesting locations during my career. I spent over 12 years at the National Institutes of health serving a wide spectrum of clients from some of the leading health researchers in the world to the hardworking staff workers from executive administrators to cafeteria custodians. I was the senior staff EAP representative and crisis counselor during the attack on the Pentagon on 9/11/2001, the anthrax attack in Washington D.C. two weeks later and the D.C. Sniper about a year later. Subsequently I gained a tremendous amount of first line experience assisting people with stress and trauma as well as the milieu of issues facing any employee of such a large institution. After a 12 year stint at the NIH I was recruited to work with DOD and the United States military around the country assisting soldiers and their families with the complicated relationship and individual stress brought about by multiple combat deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and other areas on conflict in the world. My experiences have given me a tremendous amount of training and skills honing toward helping people deal with a multitude of issues. I know how difficult it can be to ask for help and I applaud you for your courage in coming to this site to seek a solution to issues in life which can indeed be challenging. I look forward to working along with you on your journey of change and personal improvement. My style is relaxed and accepting with the aim of providing my client a safe and non-judgmental venue with which to explore their current situation. My approaches are somewhat eclectic using motivational interviewing to center on specific areas of conflict or distress and applying various modes of cognitive behavioral therapy to help effect change . Areas of Expertise: Stress Management Processing Trauma Grief and Loss The Navigation of sudden change, both personal and professional/vocational Generalized and Specific Anxiety

Dawn Byrne
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with over 25 years of experience in treating relational, mental health and addiction issues. I hold two masters degrees- in Counseling and Education. I have worked in a variety of settings: private practice; corporate employee assistance programs (EAP); community psychiatry programs; and addiction recovery clinics. I have also served as a "Crisis Interventionist" in an ER setting, so I am comfortable sorting out complex problems in a rapid manner. Prior to serving as a corporate and community counselor, I was a corporate trainer, specializing in Coping Skills. So I provide psycho-educational skills to enhance individual therapy and everyday situations. My style is client-centered and solution-focused. I will provide you with a safe space to help you explore, discuss and resolve whatever issues you bring in. The goal is to help you decide what changes you want to make to increase satisfaction with your life. My focus is on providing you with practical skills that help you with everyday issues: relational conflict at home and work; self-management; emotional and coping with anxiety. Areas of Specialty: Relational Issues Coping Skills Self-Management Skills Setting Boundaries Managing Conflict Decision- Making Alcohol and Drug Addiction Anxiety and Stress Management Additional Areas of Expertise: Relapse Prevention Recovery Skills Crisis Interventions Risk Assessments Years of Experience: Counseling: 25+ years Addiction Counseling: 20+ years Crisis Intervention: 7 years Corporate training: 10 years

JoAnn Vaughn
I am a therapist that provides individual , family therapy, couples therapy. I am a license in the state of Maryland with over 21 years of experience as a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical . I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, post -traumatic stress, relationship issues, marital issues, parenting issues, career challenges, and life changes. I also help people who have experience physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapeutic style is warm an interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect , dignity. sensitivity, empathy and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels, My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic , psychodynamic and rational emotive therapy. I am skilled in tailoring our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling life and to take the first steps toward change. If you are ready to take those first steps , I am here to support and empower you. I am looking forward to working with you!

Dr. Ashley Bordelon
Hi! I am Dr. Ashley Bordelon, a licensed psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst living in Oregon. I received my Master's degree in 2006 and worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor prior to working with children and families for the next decade. I returned to school for my Ph.D., which I received in 2018, at Louisiana State University. I completed my internship and post-doctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland and Oregon. My experience in diagnosis and treatment of disorders ranges from childhood externalizing disorders (challenging behavior, Autism Spectrum Disorder, etc.) to internalizing disorders, such as anxiety and depression, in adults. My therapeutic techniques center around the underpinnings of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Mindfulness, values-based living, and behavior modification are all parts of this process. I will help guide you to learn to live with your feelings and thoughts and not against them, while helping you change your behavior to live closer to your personal values for the long-term. Please remember that BetterHelp is not intended for crisis therapy. If you are feeling suicidal, please call 911 or go to the hospital. Additional resources can be found at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Clients who are experiencing these symptoms will be referred to in-person therapy or another therapist on BetterHelp due to the nature of services provided online. I am not able to treat the following conditions: eating disorders, addiction disorders, and personality disorders. I am not available for couple's therapy. I look forward to working with you on your journey!

Tia Gross
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland who has been in the field for 15 years partnering with adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, anger management, life transitions, women’s issues and relationship issues. I have worked in correctional, outpatient, and community settings. I completed my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Towson University and received my Master of Science in Applied Psychology - Counseling from the University of Baltimore. I utilize relational, collaborative, strength based, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused approaches to therapy always maintaining the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the needs of every unique individual. I seek to establish a warm and caring relationship with my clients in order to assist in building on their strengths, working through adversities, and empowering them to create new, meaningful, and fulfilling chapters in their lives.

Linda Beckman
I am licensed in Delaware and Maryland with over 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience helping clients with many life challenging issues to include grief, loss, end of life issues, depression, addictions, anxiety, family conflicts, and other life adjustments and changes. 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.

Jennifer Brooks
I am licensed in Maryland with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, loss of independence, coping with care giving stresses, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, & coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared freely, with honesty and humor, without any 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 and help you improve your sense of well-being and move on with life.

Kenya Williams
I am licensed in Maryland with 10+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Alexsa Billups
Greetings. I have been part of the mental health field for over 20 years. I have helped clients with various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, relationship and parenting issues and life stressors such as workplace and education difficulties. I partner with my clients to develop an environment where they feel safe and free to express themselves as we set and work through goals to improve their presenting concerns. As a veteran of the armed forces I also have extensive experience working with first responder, military/veteran and deployment-related issues. I am also fluent in Spanish. My availability is generally Monday-Friday from about 8:00am to 2:00pm. If you require or prefer evenings or weekends another provider would be a better match. There is a bit more flexibility with messaging.

Kelly Kiederer
I am a licensed LCPC in Maryland with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, depression, coping with life changes, & concentration, memory. I also have experience working with focus (adhd). 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. 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.
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Therapists in Rising Sun 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 Rising Sun may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
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