Sheryl Swidensky, LCSW-C

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Sheryl Swidensky, LCSW-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

✓ In-Office: Odenton, MD
✓ Virtual Visits

Psychotherapy

  • Individual Therapy
  • Couples Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Assessment/Evaluations

Ages Served

      • Adults (ages 18+)
      • Older Adults (65+)

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Johns Hopkins EHP/USFHP
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare

To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

About Me

    I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and bring 30 years of private practice, along with work from other settings in our community. These settings include, teaching at Anne Arundel Community College in Psychology, Education, and Human Services Departments. They also include work in public, private, and special-need sectors of education.

    I have a true passion for listening to people’s stories and goals they have for change. Overall, I am interactive with clients and enjoy creating a safe environment to explore life. I am eclectic in my approach, using Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution-Focused and mindfulness in my work.

    I enjoy seeing adolescents, individuals, and couples experiencing life’s struggles. I specialize in depression, anxiety, conflict in relationships, loss, and trauma.

    Modalities

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    • Emotion-Focused Therapy
    • Gottman Method
    • Narrative Therapy
    • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)

    Approaches

    • Person-Centered

    Special Experience Working With

    • Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
    • First Responder Clients
    • Heterosexual / Straight
    • Individuals with Disabilities
    • Survivors of Trauma

    Areas of Expertise

    • Anxiety Disorders
    • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
    • Depressive Disorders
    • First Responders Care
    • Grief / Loss
    • Life Transitions
    • PTSD / Complex Trauma
    • Women Issues
    We accept many major insurances.
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    Kristen Strohm, LMSW

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    Kristen Strohm, LMSW

    Licensed Master Social Worker

    ✓ In-Person: Annapolis, MD
    ✓ In-Person: Glen Burnie, MD
    ✓ In-Person: Odenton, MD
    ✓ Virtual Visits

    Psychotherapy

    • Individual Therapy
    • Family Therapy
    • Group Therapy

    Ages Served

        • Children (6-12)
        • Adolescents (13-18)
        • Adults (18+)

    Insurances Accepted

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna

    To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

    About Me

      I am a Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW) who specializes in Child, Adolescent and Family Therapy through individual & group sessions. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Disability Studies at Shippensburg University and obtained my graduate degree in Social Work through Temple University.

      I enjoy working with kids, teens, parents and families in an accepting and understanding environment to best meet the needs of my clients. I specialize in working with children ages 3 to 12 presenting behavioral challenges as well as persons with ADHD and Autism.

      I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care Team as well as the leader of Neurospectacular, a specialized group for kids and tweens. I strongly believe in advocating for my clients, and always acting in their best interests. I look forward to helping your child achieve their goals.

      Modalities

      • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
      • Art and Music Therapy
      • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
      • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
      • Emotion-Focused Therapy
      • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
      • Narrative Therapy
      • Play Therapy
      • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)

      Approaches

      • Person-Centered

      Special Experience Working With

      • ADHD
      • ASD
      • Behavioral Concerns
      • Individuals with Disabilities
      • Kids
      • LGBTQ+

      Areas of Expertise

      • Anxiety Disorders
      • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
      • Autism Spectrum Disorder
      • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
      • Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
      • Depressive Disorders
      • Insomnia or Sleep Related Disorders
      • Learning Differences
      • Life Transitions
      • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
      • PTSD / Complex Trauma
      • Sensory Processing Disorder
      • Substance Use / Addiction
      • Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders
      We accept many major insurances.
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      Mikayla Marsjanik, MS, LGPC

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      Mikayla Marsjanik, MS, LGPC

      Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

      ✓ In-Office: Cockeysville, MD
      ✓ Virtual Visits

      Psychotherapy

      • Couples Therapy
      • Family Therapy
      • Individual Therapy

      Ages Served

          • Children (6-12)
          • Adolescents (ages 13-18)
          • Adults (ages 18+)

      Insurances Accepted

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield
      • Cigna
      • Cigna MCA

      To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

      About Me

        I am a therapist dedicated to supporting children, teens, and adults in navigating life’s challenges with warmth, collaboration, and a person-centered approach. I work with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral difficulties, and life transitions, as well as adults managing relationship challenges, parenting, and personal growth.

        In therapy, I create a supportive and engaging space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while identifying their strengths and goals. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), play therapy, and art therapy, ensuring that treatment aligns with each person’s unique needs and values.

        For children, I foster a creative and comfortable environment that encourages self-expression and development. For adults, I provide a space for reflection, empowerment, and new perspectives. My goal is to help clients gain insight, build resilience, and move toward greater self-acceptance and well-being.

        I believe that growth can happen at any stage, and I am committed to meeting my clients where they are. Together, we will work toward meaningful change, fostering confidence, self-discovery, and a brighter future.

        Modalities

        • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
        • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
        • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
        • Emotion-Focused Therapy
        • Gottman Method
        • Play Therapy
        • Narrative Therapy

        Approaches

        • Person-Centered
        • Emotion-Based

        Special Experience Working With

        • BIPOC Communities
        • Faith-based Clients
        • Heterosexual / Straight
        • LGBTQ+
        • Survivors of Trauma

        Areas of Expertise

        • Anxiety Disorders
        • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
        • Depressive Disorders
        • Grief / Loss
        • Life Transitions
        • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
        • Perinatal / Postpartum
        • PTSD / Complex Trauma
        • Women Issues
        We accept many major insurances.
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        Melissa Mandell, LMSW

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        Melissa Mandell, LMSW

        Licensed Master Social Worker

        ✓ In-Office: Glen Burnie, MD
        ✓ In-Office: Odenton, MD
        ✓ Virtual Visits

        Psychotherapy

        • Individual Therapy
        • Rapid Access Care

        Ages Served

            • Adults (ages 18+)
            • Older Adults (65+)

        Insurances Accepted

        • Blue Cross Blue Shield
        • Cigna

        To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

        About Me

          I believe that, in the words attributed to the poet Rumi, ‘life is a balance of holding on and letting go,’ and that it brings us growth and healing when we commit to understanding and working toward this balance.

          My name is Melissa Mandell and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I earned my master’s degree in social work from the University of Maryland Baltimore and my bachelor’s degree in psychology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland. I have experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy, person-centered care, coaching, and crisis intervention services for adult and young adult populations in community, outpatient mental health, home, and workplace settings.

          As a therapist, I draw on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and motivational interviewing (MI) to empower my clients to navigate life’s transitions and challenges. Together, we explore your values, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools for creating meaningful and sustainable change. My goal is to provide a collaborative and compassionate space where clients can reconnect with their resilience and move forward with confidence.

          Modalities

          • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
          • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
          • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
          • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
          • Emotion-Focused Therapy
          • Exposure & Response Prevention

          Approaches

          • Person-Centered
          • Evidence-Based
          • Coaching
          • Crisis Intervention

          Special Experience Working With

          • Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
          • First Responder Clients
          • Heterosexual / Straight
          • LGBTQ+
          • Survivors of Trauma
          • Veterans

          Areas of Expertise

          • Anxiety Disorders
          • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
          • Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
          • Depressive Disorders
          • First Responders Care
          • Grief / Loss
          • Health Psychology / Medical Psychology
          • Insomnia or Sleep Related Disorders
          • Intimate Partner Violence
          • Life Transitions
          • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
          • PTSD / Complex Trauma
          • Substance Use / Addiction
          • Women Issues
          We accept many major insurances.
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          Beth McDonald, MA, LGPC

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          Beth McDonald, MA, LGPC

          Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

          ✓ In-Office: Cockeysville, MD
          ✓ Virtual Visits

          Psychotherapy

          • Couples Therapy
          • Family Therapy
          • Individual Therapy

          Ages Served

              • Adolescents (ages 13-18)
              • Adults (ages 18+)
              • Older Adults (65+)

          Insurances Accepted

          • Blue Cross Blue Shield
          • Cigna

          To confirm your coverage rates, please call us at 240-750-6467.

          About Me

            Before becoming a therapist, I spent fourteen years as a middle school English teacher, where I also provided academic coaching and mentored adults in a variety of settings. That experience deepened my passion for walking alongside others as they grow through life’s challenges and transitions. Today, I work with individuals, couples, and families, combining my clinical training with real-world experience to offer meaningful, practical support.

            I specialize in helping clients navigate relationship struggles, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and spiritual concerns. I approach therapy through an attachment-based lens and draw from emotionally focused therapy (EFT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and client-centered work. This integrative approach allows me to tailor sessions to your unique needs.

            In our work together, you (and your partner, if applicable) can expect to gain practical tools to apply in everyday life – tools designed to reduce anxiety and depression, increase emotional insight, and strengthen your connection with yourself and those around you. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel seen, heard, and truly understood. We’ll focus both on addressing immediate concerns and fostering deeper, long-term emotional growth.

            I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University and a Bachelor of Arts in Literature from Wheaton College. I truly believe that every person deserves a space where they can explore and rewrite their story with honesty, support, and hope. I’d be honored to partner with you on that journey.

            Modalities

            • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
            • Emotion-Focused Therapy
            • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
            • Narrative Therapy
            • Somatic Therapy

            Approaches

            • Person-Centered
            • Emotion-Based

            Special Experience Working With

            • Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
            • Faith-based Clients
            • Heterosexual / Straight
            • LGBTQ+
            • Survivors of Trauma

            Areas of Expertise

            • Anxiety Disorders
            • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
            • Depressive Disorders
            • Grief / Loss
            • Life Transitions
            • Men Issues
            • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
            • Perinatal / Postpartum
            • Women Issues
            We accept many major insurances.
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