Jade Bean

My name is Jade Bean. I have been a social worker for 27 years. After working in long term care and foster care, I returned to school to obtain my master's degree in social work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Social Work. I focused my studies on clinical mental health and addictions treatment. After graduating, I worked at the Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training in Baltimore. Ultimately, I decided to move back to my hometown and began working as a therapist at a local outpatient clinic. I have worked with all age groups throughout my social work career, which I believe assists me as a therapist. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions in treatment; however, I know this may not be the best fit for everyone. I do modify treatment to fit your needs, as much as possible, while also maintaining the integrity of the treatment modalities. Two years ago I became certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy, which is a treatment protocol to assist care givers learn techniques to address challenging behaviors of children aged 3-7. I look forward to meeting you and exploring ways I may be helpful to you in achieving your goals.

I like to get to know the individuals I am working with. Not only for what brought you to therapy, but who you are, what your strengths are and what life experiences you can draw from. I believe it is important to have you identify goals for therapy and explore ways I assist you in reaching your goals.

My hope is that I can assist you focus your attention on your objectives and provide tasks/homework you can complete in between sessions that will help you attain your goals.