Between my personal growth journey and my clinical work, I have gained a priceless amount of experience that lends to the work I enjoy doing. I am committed to finding ways to help clients incorporate practical yet meaningful skills to apply in their day-to-day life. I am an experienced clinician with over a decade of time invested in helping individuals work through life adjustments/transitions, address stress response patterns, and work through grief/bereavement. I make a conscious decision to provide consistent support towards clients’ goal achievement.

A large portion of my clinical work includes use of a strengths based approach, cognitive behavioral techniques, solution oriented action steps, and/or grief related activities/interventions.

I am an LCSW-C for the state of Maryland. I received a Bachelor of Science Sociology degree from Lander University and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of South Carolina (Columbia). I am continuously gaining knowledge about best practices in helping clients reach their goals in therapeutic work. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP).

In-Network: Carefirst/BCBS; Cigna; Johns Hopkins EHP/USFHP; Tricare; & UHC.

Out-of-Network: All other plans

Email: shayla.pickens@dywc.org

Moving through life we collect stressors, unhealthy or poor coping skills, negative thoughts, traumas and more. Collecting these experiences may lead you to feel lost, unprepared, and overwhelmed. However they manifest, realigning with yourself and working through these life experiences can be a journey that we take together. We will work together to address your needs and goals in a non-judgmental, safe environment where you can better understand yourself and find progress forward.

I work with individual adults focusing on those who experience stress, depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns and other traumatic life experiences. My approach is focused on integrating Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT), mindfulness, and bibliotherapy with a person-centered framework. I also encourage clients to participate in other activities to support and amplify wellness including yoga, meditation, and exercise.

I am a licensed graduate professional counselor. I attended Johns Hopkins where I earned a Master’s of Science in Counseling. I look forward to working together with you on your journey!

In-Network: Carefirst/BCBS; Cigna; Johns Hopkins EHP; & Tricare.

Out-of-Network: All other plans

Email: anne.scully@dywc.org

When human beings face adverse events or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to spiral out of control. I have a tremendous passion to provide healing for those individuals who are living with the consequences and symptoms of hardship. I have worked with children, adults and families to create healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships with the community resulting in them feeling peaceful, complete and safe.

While traditional therapies tend to focus on fixing problems and dealing with pathology, my primary modality of treatment, positive psychology, takes a different approach. The goal of positive psychology is to build happiness and well-being. I also incorporate client-centered, behavioral and experiential interventions into my work with clients. I work with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families. I have a clinical interest in men’s mental health and in addressing specific counseling needs of minority community members.

I’m a licensed graduate professional counselor (LGPC) with an educational background that includes a Master’s in Counseling and a Bachelor’s in Conflict Analysis & Dispute Resolution (CADR). In my practice, your safety is important to me and I will work to support you gaining the insight and perspective needed for healing. I look forward to working alongside you in this process.

In-Network: Carefirst/BCBS; Cigna; Johns Hopkins EHP/; & Tricare.

Out-of-Network: All other plans

Email: shelby.fisher@dywc.org

My focus in the counseling relationship is on promoting growth and healing by exploring the role of individual identity, coping strategies, support systems, and trauma in your life. I hope to help you find meaning, achieve personal goals, engage in healthy relationships, and confront past hurtful or painful experiences. No matter where you are in your journey, it is my goal to provide a supportive, safe space to work through the current stressors you face each day. Whether your life feels out of control or you need additional support — change is within reach.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland and am a Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (C-DBT) with Evergreen. I received my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University in Arlington, VA.

My therapy clients range from teens to adults, as well as couples. I treat clients seeking help for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, relationship issues, adjustment concerns, LGBTQIA+ issues, non-monogamous relationships, issues related to sex/intimacy, and trauma. I use a client-centered approach to therapy while also incorporating aspects of CBT, DBT, and existential psychotherapy. Along with the LGBTQIA+ community, I support clients with a sex positive, kink positive, and poly affirmative approach to treatment.

I value and celebrate the uniqueness of each of my clients and am here to support all diverse individuals through culturally sensitive, unbiased, and nonjudgmental care. I am a telehealth provider and only offer virtual appts at Discover Yourself Wellness Center.

In-Network: Carefirst/BCBS; Cigna; Johns Hopkins EHP/USFHP; Tricare; & UHC.

Out-of-Network: All other plans

Email: elizabeth.venenga@dywc.org

So no one told you life was going to be this way? Then, you are the client I specialize in! My particular passion in life is helping people discover how to find happiness.

I enjoy working with people one on one as well as helping couples through relationship challenges. I work with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, infertility counseling and sexual dysfunction post childbirth.

In addition, I enjoy helping couples through all stages of their relationships, beginning with premarital coaching through navigating the relationships ups and downs, including ending the relationship.

I’m a licensed clinical professional counselor with 5 years of experience in private practice and a number of years of experience in community mental health. I am also trained in sex therapy. I look forward to working with you. I am a telehealth provider and only offer virtual appts at Discover Yourself Wellness Center.

In-Network: Carefirst/BCBS; Cigna; Johns Hopkins EHP/USFHP; Tricare; & UHC.

Out-of-Network: All other plans

Email: ahillendahl@gmail.com

I am a board certified anesthesiologist and graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I completed my general anesthesia training at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. I have also completed training in internal medicine in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

I am the interim chair of the anesthesia department at St. Agnes Hospital where I continue to practice medicine. I have over 14 years of experience safely and effectively administering anesthesia to thousands of patients.

I help train medical staff in the most current and evidence-based practices of anesthesia medicine. I have an interest in using anesthesia in outpatient infusions to treat refractory forms of depression, anxiety, PTSD and chronic pain conditions. When the mainstay of treatment for psychiatric disorders proves insufficient, patients need other choices. We have found infusion medicine might be the answer they’re seeking.

With my background and roots in osteopathic medicine I bring a holistic approach to understanding medicine, wellness and overall health. I am also a registered physician in the state of Maryland for Cannabis Medicine.