geometry-shapes iconMilitary / Veteran, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Autism, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia
In Person & Online in Frederick, MD
14 years in practice
Ages served: 6-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Lawrence accepts 23 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna | Evernorth
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield DC | BCBS HMO
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS HMO
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Medica
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$220
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Lawrence

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.

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

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Get to know Lawrence

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I love the Helping Relationship to aid my clients move forward to a happier life.

What types of clients do you work best with?

Clients willing and needing to change

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

Life events can be stressful and there are times when counseling advice can help redirect emotions.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

Positive Empathic Regard for their experiences.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

As humans we are born into a relationship, wanting and needing love. When we have this in our lives and we are appreciated our outlook is better. Learning to love and appreciate others and ourselves is the greatest human value.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

Client centered direction with tangible and measurable goals. Having clients rate these evidence-based goals regularly.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMilitary / Veteran, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Autism, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Self-Harming, Caregivers, Codependency, Developmental Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Impulse Control Disorders, Learning / Intellectual Disabilities, Marital & Premarital, Mood Disorders, Panic Attack, Performance Anxiety, Seniors & Geriatric, Sexual Addiction, Social Anxiety, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Thinking Disorders, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Testing & Evaluation, Spirituality, Substance Use, Family Conflict, Parenting, School Issues, Divorce, Grief, Suicidal Ideation
ApproachesPerson-Centered Therapy, Christian Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Any / Eclectic, Behavioral Therapy, Family / Marital, Intensive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Faith-Based Counseling, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic
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Education and training

Years in practice
14 years
Graduating institute
Loyola University, Baltimore, Maryland
Graduating degree
Master of Science in Professional Counseling
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1558872713
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State of practiceMD
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