Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Ranesa
My name is Ranesa Bolander and I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years of experience in various settings. I feel I work well with clients ages 18 to 70 as a result of working with many diverse populations. I provide a safe space for individuals, couples, and families to address their concerns, explore their diagnoses, and achieve treatment goals that are specific to their needs.
I assist clients in moving forward to achieve their goals using CBT, DBT, and/or solution-focused therapy depending on the client's needs and goals for therapy. I attempt to be the listener others need to begin to process and feel they are making progress by celebrating the small wins that lead to big change.
I recognize the courage it takes to begin therapy, regardless of whether it's the first time or if you are entering therapy again after several therapy experiences. I do hope you take the opportunity to take a step to nurture yourself and schedule your initial consultation. Take good care and let's talk soon.

"As a person who has experienced unexpected challenges in my life, I do feel I can be a genuine support for others who are navigating life circumstances and can assist in recovering from various challenges and become resilient in spite of those obstacles. "
Get to know Ranesa
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I became a counselor when I realized I enjoyed being a support to people around me.
What types of clients do you work best with?
Those who are open to suggestions to attempt to change their behavior and/or thought processes.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
It takes time to heal and transformation is a process.
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
Early on in therapy client’s can expect to discuss both the past and present to develop a plan of treatment tailored to their needs.
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
Personal values that inform my practice as a therapist are mutual respect, being open to change, and recognizing each person’s story affects how they operate in interactions with others.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
I am able to incorporate a variety of modalities to meet individual needs such as CBT, DBT, family therapy and couples therapy as the client may have multiple needs as therapy progresses.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 35 years
- Graduating institute
- University of Maryland
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
