I had a really positive experience with Courage to Grow Mental Health. From the very beginning, the…read moreprocess felt welcoming and easy to navigate. Scheduling was straightforward, and the team was very responsive and supportive. What stood out to me most was how thoughtful and compassionate my clinician was. The sessions felt like a safe space where I could openly talk through things and gain practical tools. I also appreciate that they offer telehealth sessions, which makes it really convenient to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

I attended sessions with Jenna for about 4 years during a really tough time in my life and we…read moreclicked automatically. I wanted someone who would be upfront with me, challenge me to be better and to really care. She did that for me. Whenever I thought I was good to move on she was understanding. Very great in what she does and i am very grateful for her!

I decided to get a therapist for my daughter who has been dealing with a lot. Ms. Duffy was…read morerecommended, and I liked what I read when I researched her, so I reached out to schedule an appointment. In the beginning, we were going every week, but my daughter was not engaging, so Ms. Duffy recommended to change it to once a month so my daughter would not hate therapy when she got older. It made sense because therapy doesn't work unless the person seeking therapy is open and willing to accept the help. We went once a month until Ms. Duffy said every two months. I thought that was a gap but agreed. In March, Ms. Duffy emails me to ask what time we had decided to meet. I am someone who lives by my calendar. I gave her the time that she had told us, and she responded thanks. A lot has been going on, so I was happy that my daughter was going to her therapy session. A couple of weeks prior, I had sent Ms. Duffy an email with updates and some recommendations. She did respond, and not once mentioned anything wrong with the upcoming therapy session. The day comes, and I found it weird how many people were in the waiting room. Well, seems Ms. Duffy had double booked us. On top of that, she nonchalantly (this is a nice way of saying that she had this "I don't give a damn" attitude) says that I canceled the appointment. I said that never occurred. She responds, "Well I don't have you all down anymore." Everywhere I have called has a 3-6 month waiting list, so this was something that was really needed. My daughter was disappointed, and I was trying to keep my calm. A therapist behaving this way. I wrote her this email, and I hope that she never does this to anyone again: It seems you took it upon yourself to cancel the appointment or you made a mistake with scheduling. You emailed me in March to ask what date and time we were meeting, and I responded. What is frustrating is the nonchalant attitude you had about the mishap. You have a more important job than I do being that you are dealing with human lives. I deal with computers that are not as important and if I would have done what you did with a client, I would have been fired. More and more I am losing faith in therapists, and you just added to that. I really hope that next time, when you make a scheduling mistake, you do not assume, and make sure to follow up instead of just deciding upon yourself to cancel a therapy appointment that is needed We really were looking forward to the session. Here is an article that might help you: http://drkkolmes.com/2009/08/10/when-therapists-make-mistakes/

Kathleen J 8/25/17 I have known Cathie for years, and have…read morethoroughly enjoyed being one of her clients. She is incredibly professional and experienced, and very well-regarded in the alternative therapies community of the Baltimore/Washington Metro area. She has helped me with stress reduction, smoking cessation and weight management. From the very first session, Cathie made me feel incredibly comfortable and confident in her approaches and her guidance. At the end of the session, the feeling of calmness that you experience and walk away with is simply unbelievable. I have also recommended her to my husband and son, and they also found her treatment of great help! Kathleen J

Cathie is a phenomenal professional hypnotist who creates a safe and relaxing space for healing to…read moreoccur. She is a knowledgeable guide to who helped me create positive change in my life.

I have been in long term counseling with Mari Craig for a number of years. I found her by referral…read morefrom the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) of the U.S. Postal Service and I initially sought her help with job stress and depression. What I like most about her sessions is her wholly supportive attitude towards the life decisions I've made that are mentally healthy for me while gently encouraging me to make beneficial behavioral, attitudinal, and relationship changes if needed. Her treatment process is very planful and well organized, and uses suggestions for methods of relaxation, exercise, and ways to gain insight and appreciation for positive thinking. She has authored a book which serves as a very useful supplement to her treatment process. I want to stress that I have a degree in Psychology and a background of 7 years as Counseling Supervisor in residential treatment centers for emotionally disturbed children and teenagers so I have a thorough understanding of how useful it is to seek professional help when having difficulty coping with life's challenges either personal, behavioral, or employment. Ms. Craig's counseling techniques are very creative and goal oriented and my overall experience with her sessions has been very positive and useful.

I found Mari Craig at the lowest point of my life so far. I was in a deep depression from a…read moreterrible medical diagnosis. To add to my depression and anxiety the condition requires you to not take antidepressants. I turned to counseling for relief. Mari was so caring and supportive. She helped me to accept things as they are and find joy in life again. I am forever grateful.

I had a consultation with this provider that left me feeling dismissed and stigmatized. She stated…read moreshe would not work with me specifically because of her personal views. As someone in school for social work, I know this violates the NASW code of ethics, which prohibits values-based discrimination and requires a commitment to client well-being and self-determination. I would have rather she had turned me down based on her lack of competence in the area, rather than making a values-based refusal.

Dr. Goodman is a very kind, very caring psychologist. She's excellent at listening and responding…read moreto _you_ and not just applying some diagnostic checklist. I've needed assistance from therapists for depression and trauma intermittently for decades, unfortunately. She's one of the top two I've ever worked with. I'm very glad I found her.

Dr. Franco is a very knowledgeable and caring mental health professional. She was tremendous help…read morea few years ago when I was going through a rough spot in my life. She has a highly trained and keen clinical eye that can save someone tons of time in unnessesary therapy. I highly recommend her.

This is by far the absolute worst experience I've ever had with a therapist. I actually needed to…read morego see another therapist to have her undo the damage Dr. K did to me. Several years ago, I went to her for a consultation to tell her about a very difficult situation I had been through. I was going through a terrible divorce and she shamed me beyond and made me the bad guy even though my ex had bullied and abused me. She told me that I "deserved it." Anyway, I was so taken aback and devastated by her absolutely brutal comments, especially being in the emotionally fragile state I was in that I fled the office asap. I urge you not see this therapist. She shames and blames victims of abuse!!She is so incredibly toxic and is in need of therapy herself. She needs to be sued for malpractice and get her license revoked.

She is compassionate, intelligent, helpful, and a great listener with amazing insight. I got so…read moremuch out of our telemedicine visits! Highly recommend!