Berlin, MD Local Support & Community Resources

Sharon Buck is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over twelve years of experience in the mental health field. Specializing as a Grief Recovery Specialist, Sharon skillfully supports individuals and families – including adults, teens, children, and elders – navigating through life's complexities, such as loss, divorce, illness, depression, and anxiety. She embraces the understanding that change is a vital part of life, manifesting in various forms like career shifts, family transitions, or relocation. In her non-judgmental and comforting approach, Sharon works collaboratively with her clients, helping them cope with and adapt to these changes. Through trauma-focused, humanistic, and eclectic therapy modalities, she fosters an environment where individuals can discover and cultivate resilience, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life. Sharon invites those in need of support to connect and explore healthier pathways toward emotional well-being.

Established in 2012, Seaside Counseling & Wellness Center (SCWC) is dedicated to meeting the diverse and growing mental health needs of the community. They provide an array of services, including individual, family, and couples counseling, with a steadfast commitment to promoting wellness and mental health for all ages, from children to elders. SCWC operates from a strength-based perspective that highlights the potential for growth in every individual and situation. The center is adept at helping clients enhance their relationships with themselves and others while striving to overcome challenges like anger, sadness, and stress, ultimately guiding them towards a healthy, balanced life. SCWC's mission encompasses the empowerment and improvement of quality of life for children, adolescents, adults, and families, fostering meaningful connections within the community. Additionally, SCWC offers Category 1/A Continuing Education Classes for social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, art therapists, and drug and alcohol counselors, further emphasizing their commitment to professional development and community engagement.

Lifetime Improvement is a dedicated counselor with a wealth of experience in client-centered and solution-focused therapy. With expertise in working with children and families, they specialize in addressing life span issues related to life transitions, including relationship challenges, grief and loss, and court-mandated services. Committed to offering clinical therapy to clients seeking support with various concerns, they focus on individual and family services as well as substance abuse. Lifetime Improvement is eager to provide compassionate and effective counseling services, ensuring that any inquiries are met with promptness and care.