Annapolis, MD

Counselors in Annapolis, MD

Gwinn Spence, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2018  Gwinn graduated from Bowie State University with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. She was inspired to become a mental health counselor after retiring from 30 years in the technology industry in 2016. She believes a healthy well-being is physical, mental, spiritual, social, and emotional, so all…

Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), Adoption and Foster Care, Career Counseling, Divorce, Sexual Abuse

Shannon Miller, LCSW-C

Practicing since: 1997 Shannon Miller strives to create a kind, compassionate, open, and nonjudgmental environment. She uses a mixture of cognitive restructuring, spirituality, and mindfulness approaches. Shannon believes we all face challenges and that’s perfectly normal. At times, overcoming adversity may require the support and…

Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders

Sherletta Barrow, LGPC

Practicing Since 2021 Sherletta is a passionate advocate for mental health, recognizing it as the cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Her approach to therapy is holistic, focusing on the integration of mind, body, and spirit. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, identity issues,…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) specific mental health issues, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Trauma and PTSD

Joan Romaine, LGPC

Practicing Since 2018 Life can be hard to navigate and sometimes we need guidance and help from someone who understands what we are experiencing. This holds true for Joan Romaine. As a counselor, Joan sees the counseling room as a sacred space in which she…

Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Substance Use and Dependence, Trauma and PTSD

Brooke Aherne, LCPC

Practicing Since: 1995-1998, 2021 Brooke’s first priority when working with clients is creating a warm, inviting, and welcome space, a space where clients sense acceptance and comfort. A counseling relationship is like no other and can be daunting and uncertain at first. Brooke hopes to…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Substance Use and Dependence, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Christian “Christy” Arbogast, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2017 Christy uses an eclectic approach in her therapeutic sessions by including various therapies such as: Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy among others, to best meet the needs of her clients. Christy provides a warm, inviting, non-judgmental, safe…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Substance Use and Dependence

Melanie Joyce Coates, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2014 Melanie’s therapeutic process is comfortable and warm and her space an OASIS: Open And Safe InSide. Her ultimate goal is to help you cultivate a state of peace and balance. Meditation, mindfulness, and prayer are unique to her practice, and clients who…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD

Patricia Itzel, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2003 Patricia (Trisha) believes that a strong foundation is essential to coping with life’s challenges. As a therapist, Trisha utilizes multiple therapeutic modalities to best facilitate goal achievement, successful functioning, and overall wellness. She works with the client to start where they are…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders, Substance Use and Dependence

Kellie Santos, LCPC

Practicing Since: 1997 Kellie has worked with adults, children and adolescents both individually and in group settings addressing a variety of mental health and behavioral issues.  She has worked in the areas of mental health and substance abuse in outpatient and inpatient settings, with active…

Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Substance Use and Dependence, Trauma and PTSD

Carolyn McDonald, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2003 Carolyn graduated from Bowie State University in 1997 and received her Masters of Social Work from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 2000. She has worked in the field of Christian counseling since that time. In addition, she worked in the field…

Issues Served: ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Michele Stanton, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 1991 Michele has a unique practice style integrating transpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy with a holistic, spiritual, and Christian-based foundation emphasizing the importance of faith and spiritual community in the life of each individual she serves. Michele has provided clinical services to…

Issues Served: ADD and ADHD, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Substance Use and Dependence, Trauma and PTSD

Michelle Nnorom, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2007 Therapy is a collaborative effort between you and your therapist.  You are the expert in your life and your experiences, and Michelle’s job is to help build on your strengths and teach additional tools in order for you to grow as a…

Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Sleep Disorders, Substance Use and Dependence, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Jane Spell, LCPC, NCC

Practicing Since: 2011 Jane firmly believes the longer she lives, the more she finds out how much she doesn’t know. Jane is much more comfortable with people who can say, “I don’t know.” She don’t have all the answers, and she also welcomes your tough…

Issues Served: Substance Use and Dependence

Dragana “Dee” Hrvat, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2009 Dee adapts her clinical approach to match the needs of her clients by utilizing a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral, person-centered, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, family multi-generational approaches, strength-based, and trauma focused interventions. Dee has a passion for helping others navigate through…

Issues Served: ADD and ADHD, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Substance Use and Dependence, Trauma and PTSD

Amy Masser, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2013 Amy graduated in 2011 from Loyola University Maryland with an MS in Pastoral Counseling. Previously she had acquired her Licensed Practical Nurse status in 1987 and later graduated from Bowie State University in 2006 with a BS in Psychology. Amy enjoys counseling…

Issues Served: ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Grief and Loss, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD