anxiety, grief, & Trauma therapy for adults in Maryland
Heal the roots. Grow with purpose. Live wholeheartedly.
Something has you feeling stuck.
You may have found your way here because something difficult has happened. You’ve tried to handle it on your own, and now you’re ready for support. That’s a strong and brave step.
You're exhausted from running on empty. Anxious about everything and nothing at the same time. Grieving losses that others don't seem to understand. Or questioning beliefs that once felt certain but now feel confusing or even painful.
You didn't sign up to feel this disconnected from yourself. But here you are—doing all the "right things" and still feeling like something's off.
In therapy I can help you with things like:
Quiet the anxious thoughts and relentless inner critic that keep you running on empty
Process grief and loss in a way that honors what you’ve been through without rushing or bypassing the hard parts
Set boundaries that actually stick without guilt or having to apologize for having needs
Heal from spiritual or religious abuse and reclaim who you are
You've been taking care of everyone else. Now it's time to take care of you.
Hey There, I’m Joy.
I help helpers—parents, caregivers, faith leaders, service members, and professionals—who now find themselves needing care, too.
And if you’ve found yourself here, it probably means something has gone a bit sideways or you are looking for other transformation. Maybe you’re grieving a loss you didn’t expect, running on fumes from professional or caregiver burnout, navigating a crisis of faith, or just tired of trying to hold it all together without much support.
First, let me say: You’re not broken. You’re human. Life can be beautiful—and it can be absolutely brutal. If you’re here looking for someone to walk with you through it, I’d be honored to be that person.
Specializing in helping helpers heal, grow, and embrace their most authentic selves.
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You're exhausted from running on empty, and "self-care" isn't cutting it anymore. Whether it's racing thoughts at 2 a.m., the pressure to keep it all together, or feeling hollowed out by burnout—therapy can help you understand what's really driving it, set boundaries that actually stick, and build a life where rest isn't something you have to earn. Learn more.
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You’ve lost someone or something precious, and the world doesn’t feel the same. Maybe you’re tired of hearing “they’re in a better place” when you’re just trying to get out of bed. Whether your loss was sudden, traumatic, or complicated, I help people grieve in real, messy, human ways—and learn to carry what you’ve lost and build a life around and through that grief, not in spite of it. Learn more.
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The wounds that happen in sacred spaces cut differently. Maybe you were told your doubts were a sign of weakness, or that God's love had to be earned. Whether you're deconstructing, reconstructing, or trying to separate your actual beliefs from the shame attached to them, therapy can help you heal from what was done to you in the name of faith, help you grieve what was lost, and reclaim your voice, your boundaries, and your worth. Learn more.
How it works
Ready to get started?
You’ve already made a brave move by landing here. If something inside you is whispering that it’s time to begin — you’re in the right place.
Click this link to schedule a free consultation. I’ll respond within 1 business day (Monday - Friday). After we chat, if we discover we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule your first session, which will be 90 minutes. You’ll receive a quick link to fill out a few online forms so we can begin.
I’d be honored to support you in healing, growing, and living more fully connected to yourself and your goals.