Ellicott City, MD
Ellicott City, MD Condo
5054 Dorsey Hall Dr, Suite 105
Ellicott City, MD 21042
Phone: 800-305-2089
Counselors in Ellicott City, MD

Nathaniel Gautier, LGPC
Practicing Since: 2023 Nathaniel provides a safe and open environment for clients regardless of their background. He counsels adults, older adults and adolescents through various mental challenges using trauma-informed care. He tailors his approach to one that best suits his clients’ needs and encourages client…
Issues Served: Abortion, ADD and ADHD, 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, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Nicole Miller, Master Level Clinical Intern
Nicole is pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. Nicole’s approach to counseling is rooted in active listening, empathy, and a deep respect for each person’s unique experience. She strives to create a warm, open, and non-judgmental atmosphere where building…
Issues Served: Abortion, 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, Intellectual Disabilities, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Use and Dependence, Trauma and PTSD

Megan Weaver, Intern
Practicing Since: 2024 Megan provides a positive, safe and open atmosphere for clients to be able share with her as they feel comfortable. She strives to validate the clients’ feelings and experiences. She incorporates compassion, empathy and respect into every session. Megan views mental health…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety 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, Eating Disorders, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Intellectual Disabilities, 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

April Grossman, LMSW
Practicing Since: 2023 April aims to create a warm, accepting, welcoming, and supportive environment in which clients can explore ways to address struggles in both the short and long term. She genuinely enjoys getting to know clients deeply to better serve them and their individual…
Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Alzheimer's and Dementia, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Educational and Learning Disabilities, Gender Identity Issues, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Intellectual Disabilities, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Life Coaching, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Recently hospitalized clients or those coming from In-patient treatment for mental health, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions), Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Tanya Vaughn, LGPC, NCC
Practicing Since: 2022 Tanya’s clients can expect a warm, inviting atmosphere that is free from distractions. A place where they feel accepted and safe to be vulnerable. She enjoys examining how the client’s thoughts and experiences affect how they feel, which in turn affects their…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Dissociative and Psychotic Disorders (DID, Schizophrenia), Divorce, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Terrill Mcknight, LCPC
Practicing Since: 2018 Terrill’s clients leave sessions with him knowing that it is a judgement free zone, and they have the freedom to discuss any topic openly and freely. Therapy is an opportunity for clients to make the necessary adjustments to heal. Healing is not…
Issues Served: 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, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Dissociative and Psychotic Disorders (DID, Schizophrenia), Divorce, Eating Disorders, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Disorders (Sex Therapy and Addictions)
Trina Stevens, Master’s Level Clinical Intern
Practicing Since: 2022 Trina’s goal is to come alongside clients who find themselves struggling with life’s challenges and see them emerge on the other side stronger, with healing, hope, and renewed purpose for the future. Working collaboratively with each client, she will employ evidence-based therapies,…
Issues Served: Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Self Esteem

Sarah Bougher, MTS, LGPC
Practicing Since: 1998 Sarah believes therapy helps us to learn healthy thoughts, express our true feelings, and adapt to new, positive behaviors in our work, family, and significant relationships. It can help us determine who is safe in our lives and who needs to be…
Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Substance Use and Dependence, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors

Jaclyn Buss, MA, LGPC, BSN, NCC
Practicing Since: 2022 Specializing in Holistic Mental Health & WellnessJaclyn Buss is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor, Registered Nurse, and National Certified Counselor with a deep commitment to supporting individuals in achieving emotional, physical, and psychological well-being. Drawing from her diverse clinical background, Jaclyn offers…
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, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Dissociative and Psychotic Disorders (DID, Schizophrenia), Divorce, Eating Disorders, Fertility, Reproductive, and Perinatal specific Issues (Fertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal Loss, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum), Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Intellectual Disabilities, 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

Kami Bauer-Hammerquist, LGPC, NCC
Practicing Since: 2022 Kami is committed to creating a safe environment in which others can express their thoughts, feelings, concerns, and life stories. She believes in building relationships with clients that are founded on acceptance, respect, dignity, and compassion. So much of our lives encompass…
Issues Served: Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trauma and PTSD

Edward Ruiz, LCPC, NCC
Practicing Since: 2014 Creating a warm and safe atmosphere where individuals can share about what is going on in their lives without fear of judgement is Edward’s goal. Viewing life issues through a lens of a Christian worldview which is, in part, founded on the…
Issues Served: Adoption and Foster Care, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Trauma and PTSD

Dr. Chigozie Achebe, Ed.D., LCPC
Practicing Since: 2021 Dr. Achebe’s goal is to build a trusting environment for her clients so they feel a sense of safety and support as they share and confront their problems and issues. Dr. Achebe believes it is important to develop rapport with the client…
Issues Served: Abortion, 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, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Intellectual Disabilities, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Self Esteem, Sleep Disorders, Trauma and PTSD

Denine Gudnitz, LCPC, NBCC
Practicing Since: 2007 Do you want to reduce the burden of feelings that have been making your life unbearable? If so, then it would be Denine’s pleasure to stand with you as you begin the healing journey. Denine is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Board-Certified…
Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Court Mandated Therapy, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Recently hospitalized clients or those coming from In-patient treatment for mental health, Self Esteem, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Rosemary Bitzel, LCPC
Practicing Since: 2018 Drawing on clinical experience and life experience, Rosemary builds relationships with clients based on acceptance and trust so they can feel supported while growing and facing challenges. She works diligently to choose the therapeutic techniques that best fit each client. Rosemary incorporates…
Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), ADD and ADHD, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Use and Dependence, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Sarah Dey, LCPC
Practicing Since: 2005 Sarah has been practicing since 2005, initially providing psychotherapy to dual diagnosis clients, but the majority of her experience is in an outpatient setting with a wide variety of concerns. Her style is very interactive, and she prefers to help her clients…
Issues Served: Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Self Esteem

Marie Celano, LCPC
Practicing Since: 2008 Marie Celano is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Loyola University. Her education provided an integrated approach preparing Marie to address both the psychological and spiritual needs of individuals, families, and organizations. She…
Issues Served: Abuse and Neglect (Domestic Abuse/Violence), Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Impulse Control and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness in Relationships, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Benjamin Spearman, LCPC
Practicing Since: 2015 Ben’s focus is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) but he tends to be eclectic in his approach to therapeutic intervention. His passion is to see clients set free from negative emotional and cognitive patterns, allowing them to be the best versions of themselves….
Issues Served: ADD and ADHD, Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors

Stephen Osterhout, LCSW-C
Practicing Since: 1987 Steve believes the best and most important component to the therapy process is in successfully developing a partnership in the process towards change. Through such relationships, there is great opportunity for healing, adjusting beliefs, and making significant changes to overall patterns of…
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, 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), Sleep Disorders, Substance Use and Dependence, Suicidal Ideation and Self Harming Behaviors, Trauma and PTSD

Dr. Stephanie Marinelli, PhD, LCPC
Practicing Since: 2009 It takes courage to reach out for help. Life can be challenging and stressful at times. Stephanie will walk with you as you explore the issues you are facing. She believes we each have a great capacity for growth and change. Stephanie’s…
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, Trauma and PTSD

