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Our psychotherapists offer individual therapy for those struggling with a wide variety of mental health needs. Our professionals utilize a number of therapy treatment modalities to best address the unique needs of each patient. This includes and is not limited to: talk therapy, CBT, and EMDR. Our providers strive to meet the needs of those who suffer from (but not limited to): ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD, Personality Disorders, PTSD, and history of substance abuse. Providers also help develop coping skills to address issues related to (but not limited to): family/interpersonal relationships, abuse history, stress reduction, caregiver support, grief, cultural diversity, LGTBQIA+ needs, and coping with medical illness.
Sondra Davis, LCSW-C
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Sondra joined MMH in November of 2016. She has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years and most of those years have been spent working as a member of GBMCs emergency department behavioral health team. Sondra has worked with diverse populations and enjoys working with young adults through the elderly population. Her areas of interest include work-life balance, cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness techniques, and she believes in utilizing a strength- based approach to therapy.
Katja Thomas, LCPC
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Katja Thomas is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board-Approved Supervisor who earned her Masters Degree from Loyola University in Maryland in 2005 and has over 20 years of clinical experience.
Katja works with adults (18+) of diverse backgrounds in individual settings. She is LGBTQ+ and racial justice allied.
Katja utilizes an integrative, strength-based, and person-centered approach to counseling that incorporates trauma sensitive, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral and person-centered interventions. Areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD and cPTSD, anger management, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, family conflict, codependence, personality disorders, life transitions, parenting, building communication skills, and women’s issues.
Jolyce O'Neill, LCPC
Jolyce O’Neill is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, in both Maryland and Virginia, and a Licensed Clinical Counseling supervisor in the State of Maryland. Her educational background includes a masters in Clinical Counseling from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Her undergraduate degree is in Human Development with Elementary Education Certification from Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland. Following a teaching career in in Baltimore City Public Schools, Jolyce made the transition into clinical counseling, after seeing the community need for mental health support. Jolyce has worked as a clinician in multiple outpatient settings, providing both individual and group counseling, using strategies connected with cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness, and family systems therapy. She is experienced in working with populations needing support with managing symptoms related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life and relationship stressors. Jolyce was born and raised in Maryland, and has lived here all her life. She is familiar with the area and local supports, and enjoys being on the water, spending time with friends and family, and reading. Being married with a family, Jolyce also understands the joys and stressors of daily life, and uses life experiences to assist with relating to clients and connecting on a personal level. Her belief is that using a person-centered approach combined with evidenced based practices, promotes a clear understanding of others needs with the desired goal of providing a healthy and rounded outcome for each individual.
Chelsea Luebbert, LCSW-C
Chelsea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been in the field of Behavioral Health since 2013. She earned her Masters Degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work in 2016. Chelsea has experience in individual, group and family therapy within the context of both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. She has worked with a variety of different populations including PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders and ensures proper care is placed on the core issues that drive these illnesses; and help clients understand their emotions and what to do with them. Chelsea focuses on client empowerment and draws from Cognitive, Dialectal and Solution Focused Therapy. Chelseas true passion is to help clients identify their strengths, resilience and goals in order to help them heal; because the most important relationship we have is the one we have with ourselves. She creates a safe, warm environment for clients to share their struggles without judgment. Chelsea incorporates mindfulness and breathing techniques into sessions to assist clients in reconnecting their brains with their bodies and regain control. In her free time, Chelsea enjoys listening to music, reading, making art, hiking and spending time with her fur children.
Avigayil (Abby) Rabi, LMSW
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Abby is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and earned her Master’s degree at the University of Maryland. Abby has experience counseling clients struggling with various mental health disorders such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, and autism, in addition to other disorders. Abby is passionate about assisting people in their journey of self-love and empowerment and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Person-Centered Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapeutic approaches. Abby is driven to help create change and growth with her clients and focuses on giving her clients tools and motivation to fulfill their goals.
Lindsey West, LCSW
Lindsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who graduated from University of Maryland with her Master’s Degree. She has experience working with various types of conditions such as Autism, ADHD, Bipolar, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Personality Disorders, communication issues, relationship issues and boundary issues. Lindsey also has experience with groups and individuals in outpatient settings. She takes an eclectic approach by combining CBT, mindfulness, exposure therapy and solution focused therapy. She is passionate about working with individuals in kink, LGBT, subculture, and counterculture communities and creates a safe space to speak freely.
Lindsey hopes to empower individuals to find their inner strength and create the boundaries necessary to maintain the skills they develop in therapy. She is down to earth and in her free time she enjoys working out, spending time with her cats, experimenting with interior design and thrifting.
Andrea Laquidara, LMSW
Dea is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and earned her Master’s Degree at University of Maryland. Within her therapeutic style, she pulls from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Dea uses a somatic approach to therapy and believes that the mind and body are innately connected. She centers around a mindfulness based therapeutic approach to tap into and release stored emotions from the body. Dea has experience working with clients struggling with a wide variety of mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption, personality disorders, PTSD, OCD and ADHD among others. She has a passion for working with folks affected by adoption as well as those struggling with childhood trauma. Life is hard! But there are ways to relieve suffering and Dea feels privileged to walk alongside clients on their healing journey. She describes herself as an outgoing introvert and in her free time she loves hiking, running, trying new sushi rolls and spending time with her awesome cat, Ravioli.
Karan Kapoor, LMW
Karan is a Licensed Medical Worker (LMSW) who earned his masters at the University of Maryland. He has been in the mental health field since 2014 and has experience working with a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and personality disorders. Karan believes in a thoughtful, integrative approach to therapy, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychoanalytic, and person-centered modalities. Karan works collaboratively with clients to explore patterns, emotions, and inner experiences with curiosity and compassion. With a strong belief that we can grow through challenges, he helps clients develop greater self-awareness, reconnect with their inner strengths, and find meaning even in difficult life experiences. He believes that meaningful change happens within the context of a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship, and strives to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted as they are. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music, reading, jiu-jitsu, and hanging out with his cats.
Psychotherapy Interns
Psychotherapy interns are graduate students in counseling, psychology, or social work who are completing supervised, hands-on clinical experience as part of their degree program.
DeAndra Vaughan is currently a graduate student intern at the University of the Cumberlands, where she is pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. As an active member of the American Counseling Association (ACA), she is dedicated to professional development and staying updated on best practices in the field.DeAndra has an interest in various therapeutic approaches, particularly individual, group, family, and couples counseling, which enables her to address a wide range of client needs and dynamics.Her passion lies in working with diverse populations, especially those facing complex challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and other emotional disorders. DeAndra utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques in conjunction with mindfulness practices, empowering individuals to develop effective coping mechanisms and resilience. By focusing on these therapeutic strategies, she aims to help clients navigate their struggles, guiding them from feelings of hopelessness to a renewed sense of hope. Ultimately, she strives to empower clients to achieve their goals and enhance their overall well-being.
EMDR Services
Eye Movement Desensitization &Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy used to treat a wide range of conditions, including PTSD, grief/loss, anxiety, and mood disorders.EMDR uses a technique called bilateral stimulation (BLS), which uses eye movements, tapping, and sounds to assist with repairing the brain process so that distressing memories are no longer disturbing. MMH is now offering EMDR with our senior Psychotherapist! Please call our office to schedule your free consultation at (443) 354-1200.