Bel Air, MD

Counselors in Bel Air, MD

Zahra M. Amber Hyman, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2016 While in Amber’s care, clients can expect a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space built on collaboration and trust emphasizing their autonomy and strengths. Sessions will take place in an atmosphere that is trauma-informed, integrating both somatic and creative therapy modalities. Some therapy…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Trauma

Amber McVey, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2019 Clients can expect that Amber will provide a warm and supportive atmosphere where their concerns are met with empathy and understanding.  She prioritizes creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves without judgement. She integrates a person-centered approach, ensuring that…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Kimara Runcie, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2011 Kimara strives to build a reputable rapport with clients but takes pride in encouraging a supportive and empathetic atmosphere which is essential for the wellness journey.  Standing on virtuous principles such as therapeutic alliance based on trust, respect, and collaboration supports clients…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, BIPOC Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Trauma

Kimber Thomas, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2023 Kimber Thomas (she/her) is dedicated to fostering an open, non-judgmental environment where every individual is treated with care and respect. She is attentive to individual differences and values, cultural and ethnic diversity. Kimber is committed to supporting clients in their journey towards…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anxiety/Panic, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Trauma

Todd Twining, LGPC

Practicing Since: 2023 Todd is dedicated to providing a welcoming and empathetic environment in therapy, ensuring that each client feels safe to express their experiences. He deeply values the importance of clients feeling that their stories are significant and that they are understood and supported without…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Kelly Fritz, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Kelly believes therapy sessions are a time for you to focus solely on yourself and your goals. She brings her authentic self to sessions, creating an environment in which trust can be built so that you feel comfortable to share your vulnerabilities in…

Issues Served: Abortion, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Workplace Issues

Josefina Reign, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2019 Josefina is a Licensed Social Worker who takes a holistic approach to working with her clients. She understands that improving each client’s wellbeing is about helping them to create a more balanced life. When working with clients she considers each client’s emotional,…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Codependency, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Madeline “Maddie” Brown, LGPC

Practicing Since 2023 Maddie is committed to creating a warm, inviting, and open atmosphere where clients can express themselves freely and share their most intimate and vulnerable parts of themselves in a space free of judgment and criticism. Additionally, she enjoys working with members of…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Testing/Evaluation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

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/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Workplace Issues

Gabrielle Scott, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2015 Gabrielle views therapy as something everyone can benefit from. The therapeutic relationship is a key piece of what makes therapy beneficial, and Gabrielle begins building that through unconditional acceptance and support. Clients can expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere where they can be…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Amy Adams, LMSW

Practicing Since: 2010 Amy strives to provide a warm, open, and accepting atmosphere for her clients- empowering each person by guiding them to their strengths and helping them discover individualized tools to use for creating change and healing. She believes that mental health affects everything…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Trinity Foss, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2018 Trinity utilizes a client-centered approach to engage clients exactly where they are in order to build a therapeutic relationship that best serves the client to meet their desired goals and outcomes. As part of her treatment, Trinity utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Shon Miller, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2010 Shon strives to connect with clients by validating their experiences. She hopes to mirror God’s validation of our experiences by providing unconditional, radical acceptance. Shon helps people to gain new perspectives by looking for the “bless in the mess.” Her style is…

Issues Served: Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Marital/Premarital, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Amanda Bolen, ATR-BC, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2005 Amanda is a registered and board-certified Art Therapist and a Licensed Professional Counselor. She uses a combination of traditional talk therapy as well as the creative process to help improve and enhance the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of her clients. Sessions…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Self Esteem, Workplace Issues

Dr. Lisa Swords, DNP, CRNP-PMH, BC

Practicing Since: 2010 As a family psychiatric nurse practitioner, Lisa’s goal is to optimize mental health by empowering individuals to reach their goals and assist them in developing positive coping strategies. With the development of an individualized treatment plan, Lisa prescribes medications to those struggling…

Issues Served: Medication Management

Jennifer Sklar, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2004 Jennifer’s goal as a therapist is to support her clients in achieving a greater sense of peace and balance in their lives. She endeavors to help her clients understand that, while we cannot always control what happens to us or how other people interact with us, we do have a…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, OCD, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Jonathan DeCarlo, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2018 Jonathan’s personal philosophy is that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. He utilizes CBT, solution and reality focused approaches. Jonathan is empathetic, understanding, patient and non-judgmental. He brings an approach that assists individuals in finding help that is in line with…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Stefanie Plitt, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2008 Stefanie’s gift for helping others, and unique understanding of children and adolescents, has led her to provide counseling at Safe Harbor. Stefanie specializes in supporting teens and young adults as they navigate new stages of life and independence.  Although Stefanie’s therapeutic orientation…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Miscarriages, OCD, PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Jessica Ives, LCPC, RPT, NCC

Practicing Since: 2003 Jessica has a passion for working with children ages 2 and up, adults, and families. She is a registered Play Therapist through the Association of Play Therapists and has experience working in various settings including private practice, public and Christian schools, and…

Issues Served: Abortion, Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Personality Disorders, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

George Thomas Moran, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2008 Having a big heart for those feeling defeated and lost, Tom Moran has always felt his calling to be in the area of Biblical Counseling, even before he was called out of an insurance career and into Seminary in 1996. Tom had…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, OCD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Suicidal Ideation

Kaitlan Phillips, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2018 **Kaitlan is currently only seeing clients for DBT and is not available for individual counseling** Kaitlan adapts her clinical approach to meet the needs of her clients by utilizing a variety of approaches including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, person-centered, dialectical behavioral, play interventions,…

Issues Served: ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, OCD, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma

Donna Lucker, LCPC, LCADC

Practicing Since: 1998 Donna earned her BA in psychology at Towson University, and her MS in Pastoral Counseling at Loyola College. She feels honored to stand beside her clients and help them through difficult times in their lives. Many people are at a crossroads in…

Issues Served: Anxiety/Panic, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, Personality Disorders, PTSD, Self Esteem, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Julia Henry McGovern, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2001 Julia leads with a strong cognitive behavioral approach tied to the use of the strengths-based framework with a focus on treating the entire family system and working from a team approach. Julia is trained in the use of multiple treatment modalities which…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Codependency, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Trauma, Workplace Issues

Robert Basler, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 2002 A graduate of Loyola College in Maryland, the University of Maryland School of Social Work, and the University of Delaware Leadership Consortium on Developmental Disabilities, Mr. Basler has over 18 years of experience assisting children, adolescents and their families live healthier, happier…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic, Blended Family, Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, PTSD, Trauma

Glenda Flowers, LCPC

Practicing Since: 1997 Glenda has over 15 years of experience providing direct services to adults, children, and families in the social services and criminal justice arenas. She holds a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Baltimore. She is a member…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Melanie Sipes, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2015 Melanie uses a person-centered approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques as well as methods drawn from decision making skills, communication skills and stress management. Melanie practices from a supportive, solution-focused approach to allow for the client to meet his/her goals…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Bipolar Disorder, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Dr. Jennifer Maxfield-DeCarlo, PhD, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 1999 Throughout her professional experiences, she has come to have a deep reverence and honor for working with clients who are facing life transitions and assisting clients in moving toward not simply surviving but rather thriving every day. Dr. Maxfield-DeCarlo earned her Master’s…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, PTSD, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep Disorders, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

William R. Walls, LCSW, LCSW-C

Practicing Since: 1999 Will is a strong psychotherapist and Christian counselor, with a “direct, firm, no nonsense, yet compassionate” style of counseling. He serves patients of all faith and non-faith groups, as he is well-versed in most religious, philosophies, and world views. He has served…

Issues Served: Abuse/Neglect, ADD/ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Eating Disorders, Grief/Bereavement, Infertility, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, Miscarriages, OCD, Oncology, Personality Disorders, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep Disorders, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol), Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Workplace Issues

Steven Andrus, LCPC

Practicing Since: 2014 Steven is passionate about helping adolescents, individuals, couples, and families rediscover hope through the counseling process. Steven is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and National Board Certified Counselor. He obtained his Master of Science degree in Marriage & Family Counseling from Mississippi…

Issues Served: Anger Management, Anxiety/Panic, Behavioral Issues, Blended Family, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Grief/Bereavement, Infidelity, Loss/Abandonment, Marital/Premarital, OCD, Process Addictions (i.e. food, gambling, other), PTSD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Sex Therapy, Sexual Addiction, Substance Dependence (i.e. drug/alcohol)