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As a therapist I work to form a warm, caring, and collaborative therapeutic relationship with you to build on your strengths and u...
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As a therapist I work to form a warm, caring, and collaborative therapeutic relationship with you to build on your strengths and understand all of you - mind, body, heart, and spirit - so that I am able to assist you in meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you seek and desire.
Patricia Robison is a Licensed Psychologist (LP) in the state of Maryland with more than 15 years of experience working with young adults and adults seeking assistance with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, identity issues, transition issues, stress, grief, and loss.
She earned her MA and Ph.D. degrees in psychology from the Fielding Graduate University. She also has a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Thomas Jefferson University and certifications from the Barbara Brennan School of Healing and the Center for Mind-Body Medicine. Patricia uses an integral approach with key insights and interventions from pharmacological, psychodynamic, cognitive, humanistic, existential, multicultural, and transpersonal approaches to psychotherapy. This inclusive stance confronts the breadth of psychological complexity and meets the needs of each unique person without blending the approaches into one.
Patricia seeks to form a warm, caring, and collaborative therapeutic relationship with you to build on your strengths and understand you–mind, body, heart, and spirit–so that she is able to help you meet your goals and live the meaningful life you seek and desire.
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As a woman who experienced trauma at an early age, I understand how it can affect our behaviors and feelings. Emotion regulation s...
As a woman who experienced trauma at an early age, I understand how it can affect our behaviors and feelings. Emotion regulation skills are very valuable to everyone.
My name is Randi Hamilton and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor. I have worked with people with various diagnoses of all ages, although I enjoy working with the young adult population (20s).
I enjoy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques helping clients challenge their thoughts to evaluate the truthfulness and to come up with alternate, more realistic thoughts. Concepts within DBT are so important to be aware of, and practice, like mindfulness and acceptance.
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My own experiences have shown me the transformative impact of therapy, and I’m grateful to walk alongside others as they work towa...
My own experiences have shown me the transformative impact of therapy, and I’m grateful to walk alongside others as they work toward healing and self-discovery.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical with 5 years of experience helping clients navigate challenges related to mental health and substance use. My work has centered on supporting individuals seeking healing, balance, and self-discovery. I’ve worked with adults managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, and I’m passionate about empowering clients to strengthen self-awareness and develop the skills to create lasting, positive change in their lives.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Maryland and draw from approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, helping clients uncover their strengths and work toward their personal goals.
I understand that seeking help takes courage, and my goal is to create a space that feels safe, empowering, and judgment-free. I invite you to begin your healing journey and take the next step toward living a life filled with purpose, growth, and peace. Together, we can work toward the changes you want and deserve.
As an adolescent, I did not fit the mold of the typical teenager—so I understand the struggles that many children and teenagers fa...
As an adolescent, I did not fit the mold of the typical teenager—so I understand the struggles that many children and teenagers face.
Amanda Valltos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience, primarily working with children and adolescents. She is a caring advocate for her clients, patiently working through their anxieties and concerns by using a variety of mental health approaches that benefit clients individual needs.
Amanda completed her Master’s degree in Social Work at Salisbury University. She has always been drawn to kids and teens, especially those who are struggling. Amanda has experienced struggles socially and with her own self-confidence. Due to this Amanda is not only able to support teens and children’s needs but also relate to them on a level only someone who has “been there” can provide. Amanda utilizes problem solving, emotional expression and mindfulness as techniques to support her clients.
Amanda has a reputation for building strong relationships based on a foundation of genuine respect, trust, and communication. Her ability to break through message barriers and uncertainties is based on a working collaboration with clients, their family and in the school if applicable. She looks forward to addressing your therapeutic needs and goals as a team.
Through personal and professional experience, I understand what it is to face hardship and the importance of identifying and build...
Through personal and professional experience, I understand what it is to face hardship and the importance of identifying and building upon our unique strengths to grow and overcome challenges in life.
I am a licensed certified social worker-clinical (LCSW-C) with over six years of experience in behavioral health services, working with adults struggling with a wide range of mental health challenges. I specialize in working with clients who have complex needs and those within marginalized populations and communities, approaching each person through a humanistic lens. I recognize that each client's needs are unique, and my therapeutic style—grounded in empathy and unconditional positive regard—is not one-size-fits-all.
I am task-centered and solution-focused, drawing on other approaches interchangeably in order to address individuals. I am direct, and will identify and discuss a client's ambivalence or resistance, as needed, in order to help the client continue on their healing process through their individual treatment plan.
Asking for help is the first step, and that step alone shows real strength and the innate drive toward your desire for change and growth. From there, we work together—forming a therapeutic relationship, identifying goals, strengthening coping tools, building connections, and exploring new perspectives—to help you find your personal fulfillment.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. I find the best benefit in the mixture of these two approaches because, with motivational interviewing, you can meet a client where they are and help them find their path, and with cognitive behavioral therapy, you can really help a client get in touch with their feelings and see how those feelings impact their thoughts and behaviors.
The tools I teach to a client in individual therapy are very individualized based on the client, but I would say a couple of the most common tools I use in my work with most of my clients are identifying negative self-talk and learning ways to turn negative self-talk more positive. The other most common tool I teach is the strength of breathing exercises and how, if nothing else, just the pause of stopping and taking a breath can be helpful in many situations.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they keep coming back and want to talk with me about the things that are bothering them. A client being actively engaged tells me that the client and I are on the same page and working towards the same goal.
Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by doing the “homework” assignments that are given when leaving sessions. Don't worry, there is no test — these are simple thought assignments that give the client time to process the things discussed in therapy and help them be ready to move the discussion further in their next session rather than having to wait till the next session.
To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you should try to have an open mind about what is to come. It can be scary to delve into the things that you may discuss with your therapist, and though your therapist may not have all of your answers, their insight and guidance can help you to better process the things you have experienced and/or are feeling so you can better approach and deal with them.
Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.
Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Frederick is located in the Westview Village complex near Buckeystown Pike and Crestwood Blvd, off I-270. It is just a short distance from Monocacy National Battlefield and near the Francis Scott Key Mall.
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