Insurance Accepted:
CareFirst/BCBS, UHC

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75

Belinda Gardner skills set consists of over twenty-five years of business administration, case management and client service, supervision and organization leadership, risk assessment, crisis intervention, group counseling, behavioral intervention, admission processes, referral and intake processes, client empowerment and motivation, event planning, and inter-organizational liaison.

She received her MSW in Social Work from Union University prior to her anticipated Doctor of Behavioral Health at Freed-Hardeman University expected in 2024. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, developing spiritually, engaging in community and political activities and events, and traveling.

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Insurance Accepted:
CareFirst/BCBS, UHC

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75

Tahja-Rae Dickenson (she/her) is a Licensed Social Work who has the privilege of working with individuals and families in different therapeutic settings. She received her Bachelor of Science in Clinical/Counseling Psychology in 2018 and her Masters in Social Work in 2020. 

Tahja-Rae is passionate about working with children through  to adulthood. Her experience includes behavioral disorders, perinatal mental health, life transitions, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, and boundary setting.

She offers a holistic approach to counseling by addressing mental, emotional, physical, and social needs. She offers a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Tahja-Rae’s goal is to empower you to overcome life’s obstacles, improve your mental well-being, and ultimately lead a more fulfilling life.

Tahja-Rae believes there is something to learn from every connection and interaction.

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Insurance Accepted:
UHC

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75
Couples Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75

My name is Stacey Kauffman. I live in Texas but am originally from Delaware. I still visit Delaware frequently. I have a B.S in Psychology and a M.S in Social Work. I’m currently an LMSW persuing my LCSW.

I have years of experience working with the elderly and children. I love counseling and am compassionate to my clients needs. I’m attentive and supportive. I’ve helped a wide range of clients from young children to the elderly. Issues such as relationship, special needs, grief, depression, anxiety, self esteem, play therapy etc. I look forward to hearing from you! 

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Insurance Accepted:
UHC

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75

Lois is a social worker experienced in working with children and adults. Prior to joining the social work profession, she lived in several countries and worked in international organizations. With this she brings an open mind, great interpersonal skills and the ability to see things from different perspectives. Lois speaks English and French fluently and has a basic knowledge of Spanish and Swahili.

She has experience supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, bipolar, disruptive behavior and substance abuse disorders. In life and in her practice Lois is passionate about children and young persons. She believes that children have the right to live their best life, the ability to reach their full potential and ought to be provided with all the support they need including mental health services. Lois uses active listening, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and other interventions in helping her clients reach their goals. She also has experience working with persons from diverse groups. Her clients feel heard and supported in working towards improving their mental health, overall functioning and reaching their goals.

In her spare time she loves to spend time with her family, read, put together jigsaw puzzles and travel.

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Insurance Accepted:
UHC

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75
Couples Intake - $85
Subsequent Sessions - $75

Sophia has over two decades of experience in the field of child welfare, working closely with children and families. She's here to guide you on a journey towards personal growth and well-being.  Her therapeutic sanctuary offers safety, confidentiality, and non-judgment.  As a Master's level Social Worker, she conducts telehealth sessions combining empathy, gentleness, and transparency to empower your self-discovery journey. Your well-being is paramount, and Sophia is here to illuminate the path to a brighter future. 

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Insurance Accepted:
CareFirst/BCBS, UHC, Cigna

Self-Pay Rates:
$65 for Individual and Couples sessions

After 23 years in the education field, Kimberly Baker felt the calling to change careers, and went to Virginia Commonwealth University for a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. Kim approaches theory from an integrative and systemic perspective with a person-centered foundation that integrates attachment theory, mindfulness, communication stances, and trauma-informed care.  She prefers an integrative approach because not all clients respond to a singular theory, and it is important to meet the clients’ needs where they are.

While she is dedicated to all forms of mental health, Kimberly has a special interest in trauma, anxiety, and depression. She welcomes clients with diverse racial, cultural, and sexual identities, and works with individuals from age 5 through adulthood as well as couples and families to support mental health needs in a safe, nonjudgmental place. 

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Insurance Accepted:
None

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $130
Subsequent Sessions - $105

Michele is an individual and family therapist licensed in the District of Columbia and Maryland. She has more than 20 years of experience working as a clinical social worker with adults, teens and families with children on issues of family conflict, trauma history, school performance problems and adoption related issues. She has helped individuals, children and adolescents with emotional disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, attachment issues, grief loss, and trauma.

Michele has extensive experience with trauma therapy modalities. Michele is an adoptive parent and has worked many years with families in pre and post adoption status. Michele is sensitive to the specific needs of LGBT individuals and families.

Michele is straight forward and invested in improving life experiences for her clients. She encourages self determined solutions for problems by offering a safe space with strategies for working through difficult decisions and complex situations.

Insurance Accepted:
UHC, CareFirst/BCBS, Cigna

Self-Pay Rates:
Intake - $200
25-Min Follow-Up - $150
15-Min Follow-Up - $100

Patrick Nganga has dual certifications as a nurse practitioner. He obtained his BSN from Coppin State University, MSN in acute care from University of Maryland Baltimore, Post Master’s degree in Psychiatry and Mental health, and Doctor of nursing practice from Maryville University. He has been a nurse practitioner for 16 years.

He has experience working as a hospitalist taking care of patients with various medical illnesses and as a psychiatry nurse practitioner treating different mental health disorders. He believes that every patient and family have the right to equal access to health care and making decisions regarding their treatment. The most important quality of a provider is their ability to listen patiently to a patient’s concern.