ABOUT ME
Greetings, I am Timothy Murungi Ibutu, a Licenced Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licenced Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCAD) in the State of Maryland (MD), Registered Peer Supervisor (RPS), and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). Additionally, I hold a PhD in counselor education and Supervision, specializing in situation-specific counseling sessions. With over 19 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to working with diverse demographics facing crisis, addictions issues (substance abuse), trauma, homelessness, and various life challenges.
As a seasoned counselor, I have worked extensively with clients who have completed court-ordered sessions, offering a continuum of care to support individuals throughout their life journey.
My counseling modality/style is characterized by warmth, understanding, and interactivity. I firmly believe in treating anyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, empathy, and compassion. I steer clear of labelling and categorizing people into boxes. My approach integrates Choice Theory, Motivational Interviewing (MI), experiential techniques, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic counseling. I specialize in trauma-informed care, and substance abuse, recognizing that everyone is unique with distinct needs. Tailoring counseling to these specific needs is crucial in guiding individuals through their life journey.
Taking the initial steps towards change can pave the way for a more fulfilling and happier life. When you are prepared, I am ready and willing to accompany you on your life journey.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Caregiver issues and stress, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Forgiveness, Immigration issues, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sex addiction, Traumatic brain injury, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MD LCPC LC4519
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I appreciate how I address my concerns in my day to day life & Dr.Ibutu helps me.
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Timothy for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with
comes from a great place of understanding and has helped me move a lot of mountains in such little time
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Timothy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
This is the first time ive ever sigbed for therapy. My lifestyle is complex and very non traditional so i was even sceptical of speaking with anyone about my issues but Dr.Ibutu made it easy. Great listener and easy to talk with as well as non-judgmental.
Written on Jun 23, 2024 after therapy with Timothy for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He is very professional and knowledgable. He provided great resources.
Written on Jun 21, 2024 after therapy with Timothy for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dr. Ibutu is amazing. He listens, he understands and he is very responsive. Dr. Ibutu has helped me manage my anxiety and depression. I am so very grateful to work with him.
Written on May 17, 2024 after therapy with Timothy for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
he is like an old friend and he's a very smart man. i feel like talking to a friend from another country
Written on Mar 19, 2024 after therapy with Timothy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd