Family therapy and counseling in Hagerstown, MD

I’m a therapist who believes that healing happens best in a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My style is warm, open, and down-to-earth, and I work hard to make sure you feel safe, heard, and comfortable. And yes—along the way, I also welcome moments of shared laughter or lightness. Humor can be a great connector, and sometimes it helps make the tough stuff a little easier to talk about.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Yeshiva University, and I pull from a variety of approaches depending on what works best for you. I have experience supporting people through challenges like [anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationships, stress, grief—whatever fits your background], and I tailor sessions to your needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.

I am an LCPC with 27 Johns Hopkins Johns Hopkins years of private practice experience, offering an approach that is empowering, solution‐oriented, and fully accepting. I meet clients where they are and help them build practical steps toward meaningful change.

Hello! My name is Brian. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (DC LICSW, MD LCSW-C) with over nine years of experience supporting individuals in hospitals, outpatient settings, schools, and nonprofit agencies. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and dual master’s degrees in Social Work and Divinity from Andrews University. My work is focused on helping young adults and older adults deal with mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and stress.

Dr. Lakitha Owens is a hearing, Black, cisgendered woman, she has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Gallaudet University. She is the founder of Purple Cares, which seeks to provide caring and compassionate mental health services to children and adults.

I believe mental health care should feel safe, supportive, and judgment-free. My approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic, with a focus on treating the whole person rather than just symptoms. I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, stress, mood concerns, burnout, trauma-related challenges, and life transitions, and I strive to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C), LICSW who mainly specializes in, adult individual, couples, and family counseling. I am currenlty licensed in MD, DC, DE, and FL. I have 20 years of experience providing therapy for individuals, families, and couples. I also have over 28 years of experience working in various social work settings. I am a certified life coach, a licensed minister as well as an author. I believe that every person has the right and ability to live a purposeful and fulfilled life. My goal is to empower, affirm and build individuals to reach their maximum potential. I will never impose religious beleifs on my clients and will always value and support their individual perspectives. I enjoy facilitating workshops on various life issues, divorce, grief and loss and empowerment. I have facilitated several trainings for other professionals and I have conduct training around Grief and Loss, Trauma Informed Care, and Understanding Child Development.

EVENING TELEHEALTH HOURS/FREE CONSULTATION!! As a therapist, connecting with clients and walking with them through their journey of triumphs and challenges, I have found that the connection between counselor and client is paramount. I strive to meet my clients where they are, focusing on their strengths and empowering them to make the changes they see fit rather than prescribing issue or diagnosis. I value treating each individual client with the respect they deserve. Placing emphasis on developing a relationship that is based on warmth, trust, respect, and genuine care. The ease of conversation, is client driven and casual.

Many people seek out therapy because, despite their best efforts to change, they might end up in the same cycles. These cycles of behavior are driven by our life experiences and long-standing behavior patterns. Together, we will explore these patterns so that we can begin to create understanding of our motivations and create space for positive change.

For 16 years I have worked with clients impacted by anxiety, depression, and grief. My experience has provided me a unique perspective in working with individuals and couples, parents and families. I understand the need to get to know a counselor before scheduling a session. To help, I offer a free 15 min phone consultation. Look forward to hearing from you.