Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Frederick, MD

"I believe therapy is a space for genuine connection, growth, and lasting change."

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore the patterns that shape their experiences. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, focusing on helping clients uncover their strengths and move toward greater emotional balance and fulfillment.

I earned a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Loyola University. Depending on client needs, I integrate an eclectic blend of emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy. These approaches are especially effective for clients managing moderate to severe anxiety and depression.

My goal is to help clients recognize and shift automatic responses that cause stress, turning these insights into meaningful growth. By sharing practical coping skills and fostering awareness of mind, body, and spirit, I guide clients toward resilience, self-compassion, and lasting happiness.

"Tammy is a married female whose faith in God has guided her work."

Tammy Holmes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in counseling patients and families impacted by health related illnesses including births of the tiniest premature infants to supporting families through the death a loved one. She is passionate about helping clients recognize and accept their deepest feelings of grief and anger while also experiencing the duality of joy and happiness. She firmly believes that feelings of guilt can either lead the way to change or when misguided can steal away personal growth.

Tammy earned her Master's degree in Social Work at University of Maryland as a nontraditional student. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister to a large complex family and understands the importance of flexibility, forgiveness, and humor in dealing with relationships. She uses an eclectic approach to therapy but firmly believes that self growth and healing occurs when a person pays attention to their inner dialog and the impact it has on their behavior and feelings. Tammy, believes that creating a safe place for the hardest of thoughts and feelings to be explored can bring relief.

If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by a difficult thoughts or life situations, sabotaging your successes, or struggling with creating safe boundaries in your relationships, Tammy can support you by creating the space to think about what changes you want to make. Schedule with her today to gain new perspectives and techniques that will allow you to grow into a healthier you.

"Perseverance, resilience, and empowerment are interconnected strengths that fuel personal growth. I use these to assist clients in overcoming challenges, learning from failure, and achieving success."

I am a licensed master social worker (LMSW) with 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, psychosis, grief and loss, substance use concerns, domestic violence, and issues related to abuse and neglect. I take a client-centered approach and am deeply committed to advocacy, social justice, and supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments.

I earned my master’s degree in social work from Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work. My background includes work in community-based settings and military environments, including service as an active-duty United States Navy hospital corpsman. My approach integrates evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy.

I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. Therapy is a collaborative process, and I work alongside you to build insight, develop coping skills, and break patterns that no longer serve you so you can move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.