Anita Mentzer, LCSW-C

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Anita Mentzer, LCSW-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

✓ In-Office: Timonium, MD
✓ Virtual Visits

Psychotherapy

  • Individual Therapy

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

    Seeking counseling is a brave step and requires courage. Many challenges occur throughout life; some without any warning. I enjoy working with adults, ages 21 + and developing a collaborative & trusting relationship to address these challenges. I am dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and LGBTQ affirming care and growing my competencies in these areas.

    Most of my experience has involved working with children/teens and adults living with chronic or life- altering illnesses. In addition, working with adults individually, who are navigating life transitions. Grief and loss are often a part of these issues and impact everyone in a different and unique way. I value being authentic, kind, gently directive, and using humor along with my professional skills as a clinician.

    My primary interests include working with those experiencing depression, anxiety, health issues, grief/loss, & relationship issues.

    Modalities

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    • Cognitive Processing Therapy
    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)

    Approaches

    • Person-Centered

    Special Experience Working With

    • Active Duty Military
    • BIPOC Communities
    • Cancer Patients
    • Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
    • End of Life Support
    • Faith-based Clients
    • First Responder Clients
    • Heterosexual / Straight
    • Immigrant / Refugee
    • Individuals with Disabilities
    • LGBTQ+
    • Survivors of Trauma
    • Veterans

    Areas of Expertise

    • Anxiety Disorders
    • Depressive Disorders
    • Grief / Loss
    • Life Transitions
    • Life-Altering Illness
    • Substance Use / Addiction
    • Women Issues
    We accept many major insurances.
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    Kathleen Mahar, Ph.D., LCSW

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    Kathleen Mahar, Ph.D., LCSW-C

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    ✓ Virtual Visits

    Psychotherapy

    • Assessment/Evaluations
    • Family Therapy
    • Group Therapy
    • Individual Therapy
    • Rapid Access Care

    Ages Served

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

    Insurances Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Medicare
    • Tricare
    • United Healthcare

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

    About Me

      I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience. I have earned both a master’s degree (MSW) and a PhD in social work. I have had the opportunity to work with various populations to include working in child welfare, health care, oncology, and military settings. I have specialized in treating active-duty military members from all services, veterans, other first responders, and their families for the last 10 years. I have also volunteered with military members and their families for additional years as a military spouse. In my practice, I have treated individuals who have experienced multiple forms of trauma, often facing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I also have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, bi-polar disorder, insomnia, chronic health problems, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, among others.

      I use an integrative approach in the treatment of individuals, to include the use of cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), interpersonal therapy, grief counseling, and crisis intervention. My priority is for clients to feel safe, comfortable, and free from judgment during their treatment. I treat individuals with genuineness and empathetic understanding with a commitment to assist clients in the development of a sense of well-being.

      Modalities

      • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
      • Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
      • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
      • Cognitive Processing Therapy
      • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
      • EMDR
      • Emotion-Focused Therapy
      • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
      • Exposure Response Therapy
      • Narrative Therapy
      • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
      • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)
      • Somatic Therapy

      Approaches

      • Person-Centered

      Special Experience Working With

      • Active Duty Military
      • BIPOC Communities
      • Cancer Patients
      • Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
      • End of Life Support
      • Faith-based Clients
      • First Responder Clients
      • Heterosexual / Straight
      • Immigrant / Refugee
      • Individuals with Disabilities
      • LGBTQ+
      • Survivors of Trauma
      • Veterans

      Areas of Expertise

      • Anxiety Disorders
      • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
      • Autism Spectrum Disorder
      • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
      • Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
      • Court-Ordered Cases
      • Depressive Disorders
      • First Responders Care
      • Grief / Loss
      • Health Psychology / Medical Psychology
      • Insomnia or Sleep Related Disorders
      • Intimate Partner Violence
      • Learning Differences
      • Life Transitions
      • Men Issues
      • Nutrition
      • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
      • Perinatal / Postpartum
      • Personality Disorders
      • PTSD / Complex Trauma
      • Substance Use / Addiction
      • Women Issues
      We accept many major insurances.
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      Maricielo Leasure, LGPC

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      Maricielo Leasure, LGPC

      Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor

      ✓ Speaks Spanish
      ✓ In-Office: Bel Air, MD
      ✓ Virtual Visits

      Psychotherapy

      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

        ¡Habla español!

        I’m Maricielo Leasure (Cielo). I believe that healing begins with trust, and that meaningful change happens through honest, compassionate connection. I don’t see myself as the expert on your life, instead, I view our work as a partnership, where we walk together through the challenges and discover new ways to grow, cope, and thrive.

        As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Spanish, I offer a multicultural lens that allows me to support clients from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. I’m passionate about creating a space where every individual feels safe, seen, and respected.
        My approach is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and evidence-based practice. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop skills, navigate complex emotions, and build a life aligned with their values.

        I specialize in working with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, and life transitions. I also welcome conversations that include spiritual or cultural dimensions, recognizing how important these can be in the healing process.

        Modalities

        • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
        • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
        • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
        • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)

        Approaches

        • Person-Centered

        Special Experience Working With

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

        Areas of Expertise

        • Anxiety Disorders
        • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
        • Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
        • Depressive Disorders
        • Grief / Loss
        • Life Transitions
        • Personality Disorders
        • PTSD / Complex Trauma
        • Women Issues
        We accept many major insurances.
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        Sandra O’Neill, LCPC

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        Sandra O’Neill, LCPC

        Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

        ✓ In-Office: Annapolis, MD
        ✓ Virtual Visits

        Psychotherapy

        Ages Served

            • Children (10-12)
            • Adolescents (ages 13-18)
            • Adults (ages 18+)
            • Older Adults (65+)

        Insurances Accepted

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

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

        About Me 

          I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years’ experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and their families. I received my graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and undergraduate degree in Psychology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland. I am experienced working with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and challenging life transitions. I have additional training in child and adolescent therapy, trauma, and substance misuse.

          Whatever brings you to seek therapy, I employ a trauma informed approach and seek to create a welcoming & collaborative space using evidenced-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to help you begin your healing process and achieve your goals.

          Modalities

          • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
          • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
          • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
          • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
          • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)
          • Somatic Therapy

          Approaches

          • Emotionally Focused
          • Person-Centered
          • Trauma-Focused

          Special Experience Working With

          • BIPOC Communities
          • Chronic Illness / Terminal Illness Clients
          • Heterosexual / Straight
          • LGBTQ+
          • Survivors of Trauma
          • Veterans

          Areas of Expertise

          • Anxiety Disorders
          • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
          • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
          • Bipolar and Related Mood Disorders
          • Depressive Disorders
          • Grief / Loss
          • Intimate Partner Violence
          • Life Transitions
          • Personality Disorders
          • PTSD / Complex Trauma
          • Sensory Processing Disorder
          • Substance Use / Addiction
          • Veterans
          • Women Issues

          Education

          • M.S. Mental Health Counseling – Nova Southeastern University
            B.A. Psychology – St. Mary’s College of Maryland
          We accept many major insurances.
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          Grace Kane, MS, LCPC

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          Grace Kane, MS, LCPC

          Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

          In-Office: Perry Hall, MD
          ✓ Virtual Visits

          Psychotherapy

          Ages Served

              • 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

            My goal as your psychotherapist is to engage you in a collaborative process that promotes healing and self-determination. I firmly believe in our innate ability to make changes, love ourselves, and feel empowered.

            Many of us aspire not only to work through or cope with our pain and suffering but also to embark on a journey of self-discovery, find meaning in our lives, build resilience, and achieve inner peace. My purpose and passion lie in empowering you to tap into your internal resources and develop skill-based coping strategies to create a fulfilling life.

            My approach to therapy involves creating a supportive, open, and non-judgmental environment. I have experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, self-harm, anxiety, and depression. My goals include fostering positive self-esteem, body image, and self-worth in my clients while also supporting parents whose children struggle with eating disorders and anxiety.

            In addition to my expertise in eating disorders, my experience encompasses anxiety, oppression, trauma, grief, social skills, developmental concerns, ADHD, and depression. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, employing a variety of techniques such as Family-Based Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

            Together, let’s embark on a vibrant and fulfilling journey, transforming life’s challenges into opportunities for growth, healing, and self-discovery in a warm, cheery, and compassionate atmosphere.

            Modalities

            • Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)
            • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
            • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
            • Emotion-Focused Therapy
            • Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT)

            Approaches

            • Collaborative
            • Person-Centered

            Areas of Expertise

            • Anxiety Disorders
            • Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
            • Body Dysmophia
            • Depressive Disorders
            • Eating disorders
            • Life Transitions
            • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
            • PTSD / Complex Trauma
            • Self Esteem
            • Women Issues

            Special Experience Working With

            • Heterosexual / Straight
            • LGBTQ+
            We accept many major insurances.
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