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As a Black woman, I understand how systems impact and limit marginalized groups. My commitment to wellness has a profound impressi...
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As a Black woman, I understand how systems impact and limit marginalized groups. My commitment to wellness has a profound impression on how I empower others to balance their emotions, critical thinking, spirituality and authenticity.
My career path began in the retail/wholesale industry, which created a path for me in therapy. I’ve worked in roles in ministry, education, and leadership, and have immersed myself in critical race theory, history, and the Black experience. I’ve worked with a wide range of clients of different races, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Much of my confidence in working with people from all walks of life was inspired by my upbringing. I grew up a military brat, which made me more social and adaptable. I understand trauma does not escape the human experience, but effort and will are the ingredients for healing and transformation.
My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy and CBT, though I have grown into a more eclectic practice that allows for broader interventions and coping strategies. More recently, I have integrated internal family systems (IFS), somatic experiencing, and EMDR techniques to best meet each client where they are.
If you have found yourself on this page, I hope you will act with the same courage that brought you here. In that act of bravery, you have the opportunity to experience all that possibility can give to you. Our journey in therapy will not be easy, but it is an alliance that is unforgettable and rewarding.
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Couples/marriage counseling is a beneficial approach for those relationships in need of a specialized approach.
Both parties need to be open and honest in order to be successful with couples/marriage counseling.
Couples/marriage counseling is beneficial as long as both parties are on the same page in establishing a reunification process.
Journal their experiences so each can remember, process, and share in the counseling process.
Before first session, both parties need to be able to be honest and vulnerable as each will know more about self and being in a relationship with the other.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
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.
Relationships take a lot of work. It doesn’t matter if you and your partner have only been together a year or married for 10, the ups and downs are inevitable. The feelings you had for each other during the “honeymoon phase” may have slipped away without you even realizing it. Additionally, getting more comfortable around your partner allows for different issues to come to light.
Whether you’re like Sam and Steven and need help working through past issues or you just need help communicating better, a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) can help. At Thriveworks Counseling in Annapolis, our marriage and couples counselors have helped many couples through their obstacles and are ready to help you, too. When you’re ready to start making meaningful changes, give us a call at (410) 709-3342.
Every couple and their needs are unique. Because of this, we understand the importance of creating individualized treatment plans for each and every one of our clients. The counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Annapolis have the education, training, and skills to help you tackle your issues. During your first sessions, your counselor will assess you and your partner as individuals in order to better understand how to fix the problems you are facing. After understanding you both as individuals, your therapist will come up with a special plan of action based on your needs. This will allow you both to appreciate each other on a different level and understand what you need to do as a whole to get better.
You may be wondering when the right time is to finally ask for help. Consider these questions:
These are just a few ways to start thinking about why you should start seeing a counselor. There are many reasons why couples seek out the help of one of our mental health professionals. Some of the more common ones are: Infidelity, lack of intimacy, parenting disagreements, misaligned values, financial strain, low self-esteem, lack of trust, poor communication, negative work/life balance, major life changes, grief, mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression, and addiction or substance abuse.
As we have touched on briefly, the leaps and bounds our marriage and couples counselors will go to for their clients are great. They are dedicated to helping you and your loved one fix the issues holding you back so you can start living happier, more loving lives together. Some of the tools in which our therapists can equip you with include:
Here at Thriveworks Counseling in Annapolis, we are dedicated and client-focused, meaning that we will always put you and your needs first. If you are ready to explore the many benefits of working with a couples counselor, give us a call or visit our online booking portal. We offer many other added benefits to our clients, like evening and weekend appointments, and we can’t wait for you to see them all. We look forward to hearing from you and starting this journey together.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Annapolis is near General Highway and Housley Road. We share a building with The Councourse Group, and are near a Trusit Bank and Fedex Drop Off.
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