In-Person Therapy & Mental Health Services in Bel Air, Maryland

An intensive allows for deep, focused work over several hours, which helps you stay in the healing process without interruption. Many clients report making more progress in a day than they made in months of weekly therapy.

Yes! Intensives can be a supplement to the work you’re already doing. With your consent, I can coordinate with your current therapist to ensure continuity of care.

Therapy intensives range from $400–$800/day depending on the format. Check the “Formats & Rates” section for detailed pricing information. Intensives are self-pay only.

Choosing between a half-day, full-day, or multi-day intensive depends on your needs, goals, and availability. If you're working on a specific issue or just starting out, a half-day might be a great fit. A full-day or multi-day format is ideal if you’re dealing with complex trauma, seeking faster progress, or traveling from out of town. During your free consultation, we’ll talk through what you’re hoping to work on and recommend the format that will best support your healing.

The beauty of an intensive is the built-in space for emotional pacing. You’ll have breaks, grounding tools, and ongoing support throughout. Many highly sensitive clients actually find this format more gentle and contained than weekly therapy since it doesn’t feel quite as rushed.

Therapy can be highly effective, but its success depends on factors like your openness, commitment, environment and the therapeutic relationship. Healing isn’t always linear or guaranteeed, but with the right support and approach, I've seen incredible results with my clients. So meaningful change and lasting transformation is definitely possible.

Yes! Every therapist has a unique style, and sometimes it takes finding the right fit or approach. If past therapy didn’t resonate with you, we can explore what wasn’t helpful and tailor our work to meet your needs more effectively.

The best way to know is to schedule a consultation so we can meet and see if we’re a good fit. In our initial conversation, we’ll discuss your needs, my approach, and any questions you might have about the process. It’s important to feel safe, heard, and understood in therapy so I definitely want to make sure we both feel like it’s a good fit.

My hours are:

Monday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm

Tuesday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm

Wednesday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm

Thursday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Maryland. I have worked in community mental health and in private practice. I am certified in EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and ART (accelerated resolution therapy). I am also trained in IFS (internal family systems) at the IFS Institute (level 1) and advanced trauma trained by the Ferentz Institute. My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and sometimes even sprinkled with humor - because healing doesn’t have to be so heavy all the time.

I completely get that. Opening up can feel vulnerable, especially if you've felt unheard or dismissed in the past. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and accepted exactly as you are. Therapy isn't about judgment, it's about understanding what you're going through and working together to help you heal. My first priority is always for you to feel safe so you'll only ever need to talk about what you feel comfortable sharing.

This really depends on your goals, history, and how deep we need to go. Some people find relief in a handful of sessions, while others benefit from longer-term support. We’ll check in regularly to make sure you’re feeling progress - whether it’s sleeping better, handling stress more easily, or simply feeling lighter. The goal is always to help you feel better, not keep you in therapy forever.

This isn’t just a space to vent (although sometimes that may be exactly what you want/need). I’ll also provide you with practical tools, strategies, and coping skills you can use in your daily life. Whether it’s reframing negative thoughts, grounding techniques, or working through processes like EMDR or ART, you’ll walk away with real ways to help yourself outside of our sessions.

Life happens, and I get that. I do ask for 24 hours’ notice for cancellations or reschedules. Late cancellations or no-shows may be charged a fee since that time was reserved for you.

Therapy should feel like a good fit, and if at any point you feel like it’s not working, let’s talk about it. Sometimes we need to adjust our approach, and other times it’s about finding the right therapist for you. I won’t take it personally if you need something different and I may be able to refer you to someone in my network who is better suited for your needs.

If you need to pause therapy, we’ll make a plan to ensure you still have tools to support yourself in the meantime. You’re always welcome to come back when you’re ready. Life has seasons, and therapy should work with where you are, not add stress to it.