Denisha Howard

You may be a teen, young adult, or adult carrying more than you let on. Anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions can pile on quietly, making it hard to feel like yourself or figure out your next step. Relationship challenges, family conflict, and emotional overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck or disconnected, even when things on the outside look fine. I work with clients who are ready to slow down, make sense of what they are experiencing, and begin building a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. You already hold inner strengths that are uniquely yours, and my role is to help you uncover and build on them.

With over five years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker and board-approved supervisor in Maryland, I bring clinical depth and a genuine commitment to helping clients feel truly heard and supported. I have worked extensively with teens and young adults navigating complex emotional and relational challenges, and I am passionate about creating space where you can show up exactly as you are. I look forward to seeing if we are a good fit.

My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I start by meeting you exactly where you are, without judgment. Together, we work to understand your patterns, process your experiences, and build practical tools you can use right away. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused techniques, weaving them together in a way that fits you specifically. This is not a one-size-fits-all experience. Each session is shaped around your goals, your pace, and what genuinely resonates for you.

During your first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming and nonjudgmental space to share what brings you to therapy and what you hope to accomplish. We will discuss your current concerns, relevant history, strengths and goals. I will also explain my approach and answer any questions that you may have so that we can determine how to work together collaboratively. If you’re ready to better understand yourself, break patterns that no longer serve you, or simply have someone in your corner, I’d be honored to work with you.