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Scott Kampschaefer

Scott Kampschaefer

Frederick, MD
LCSW
Scott Kampschaefer, LCSW, is dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or sexual addiction. He understands the challenges that childhood issues can bring into adulthood and is committed to guiding clients toward recovery and empowerment. By employing a blend of innovative methods, Scott helps clients unlock their potential, turning their minds to work for them rather than against them. As a certified EMDR practitioner, he provides effective strategies to manage and cope with the lingering effects of past traumas. Scott also specializes in addressing compulsive behaviors, including challenges related to sexual addiction, offering a comprehensive sexual health approach that has shown consistent success in both individual and group settings. Whether it's improving emotional well-being or fostering healthier relationships, Scott is equipped to support individuals and couples on their journeys toward healing and fulfillment.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Spirituality
Stephanie Kurtyka

Stephanie Kurtyka

Frederick, MD
Art Therapist, LCPAT
Stephanie Kurtyka is a caring and skilled art therapist with a rich background in mental health counseling. With credentials including LCPAT, LCPC, and ATR-BC, she is dedicated to supporting preteens, teens, and adults as they navigate challenges such as depression, mood disorders, and anxiety. Stephanie employs various therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Expressive Arts, and trauma-focused techniques, to foster healing and personal growth. Her warm, person-centered approach allows clients to feel safe and understood, while her expertise in culturally sensitive practices enriches the therapeutic experience. Through expressive and integrative art therapy, she helps individuals access their inner strengths and explore emotions in a supportive environment. Stephanie’s deep understanding of human experiences makes her a trusted ally in the journey of self-discovery and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression
Jess Lastner

Jess Lastner

Frederick, MD
Counselor, LCPC
Jess Lastner, a dedicated and compassionate counselor, understands that suffering is universal and manifests in unique ways for each individual. Her mission is to assist clients in transforming their pain into a constructive and meaningful experience. With a focus on growth and the discovery of purpose through shared struggles, she draws on her extensive clinical training, which includes working with clients facing substance abuse, domestic violence, and trauma. Jess has significant experience supporting those dealing with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, and has successfully engaged with individuals, couples, and group settings alike. She values a strong therapeutic alliance as the foundation of effective counseling, adopting an eclectic, personalized approach that emphasizes humanistic principles. Utilizing methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Gestalt Therapy, her techniques are playful yet direct, viewing laughter as a vital component of the healing process. Jess is committed to cultivating a therapeutic environment that is safe, accepting, and collaborative, ensuring that her clients feel seen, heard, understood, and supported throughout their journey.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Kevin Holloway

Kevin Holloway

Frederick, MD
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Kevin Holloway, a seasoned psychologist with a PhD, understands that change can be both difficult and daunting. He believes that confronting challenges, seeking help, and making transformative choices are powerful steps toward healing. With a focus on adults grappling with trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression, Dr. Holloway empowers clients to reclaim their lives. He fosters a collaborative, accepting, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, personalizing interventions and treatments tailored to individual circumstances. Together, Dr. Holloway and his clients explore the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and co-create strategies to facilitate healing, re-engagement, and authentic living. Specializing in evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for PTSD, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, he prioritizes effective and safe therapeutic approaches. Dr. Holloway has a particular affinity for working with military and veteran clients, drawing from over 15 years of experience in this area. Inspired by Fred Rogers, he believes that 'Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable.' By creating a space for meaningful conversations, he helps clients navigate their feelings, making them less overwhelming and isolating. Through his compassionate guidance, Dr. Holloway is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives and embrace the journey of healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Sleeping Well
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Diane Ochalek

Diane Ochalek

Frederick, MD
Clinical Social Work/therapist, Lcsw-c
Diane Ochalek is a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience in the field of therapy. She is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, children, and families navigate their unique challenges. Diane specializes in improving communication within relationships and fostering harmonious family dynamics, whether addressing the needs of a child with special needs or the complexities of blended families. Through her strengths-based and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches, she assists clients in developing effective communication techniques, ultimately guiding them toward a more cooperative and peaceful family life. Diane has worked with a diverse range of issues, including depression, anxiety, marital problems, substance abuse, and sexual identity. Additionally, her extensive experience includes supporting children facing learning disabilities, behavioral challenges, as well as matters of adoption and attachment.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Disabilities LGBTQ+ Relationship Stress
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Ingrid Manfredo

Ingrid Manfredo

Frederick, MD
Clinical Social Work/therapist, Lcsw-c
Ingrid Manfredo is a compassionate and skilled clinical social worker and therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping adults navigate the complexities of PTSD and other trauma-related disorders. She firmly believes in the importance of addressing the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—to facilitate healing and promote living life to its fullest potential after trauma. Ingrid is dedicated to the idea that suffering can be alleviated, and she understands that every individual possesses unique resources for healing. As a Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor and trained yoga instructor, she specializes in treating complex trauma and dissociation, offering Christian-centered counseling for those who seek it. Recognizing that daily life can be profoundly affected by trauma, leading to feelings of hopelessness and loss of function, Ingrid guides her clients through the healing process to rediscover hope for the future. In her initial session, she carefully assesses her clients' strengths, needs, and goals to tailor a therapeutic approach that truly resonates with them.
Specialties
Addiction PTSD/Trauma
Megan Mcdonald

Megan Mcdonald

Frederick, MD
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Megan McDonald is a Licensed Certified Social Worker dedicated to aiding individuals and families in navigating life's inevitable challenges. With a Master of Social Work degree from Saint Louis University obtained in 2009, she brings over six years of experience to her practice, helping clients understand and overcome various obstacles. She employs a person-centered approach, recognizing that a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for fostering positive change in a person's life. Skilled in working with individuals at all life stages, Megan particularly resonates with adolescents and young adults. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, play therapy techniques, and Narrative therapy. Her expertise encompasses the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence, as well as addressing family conflicts. Megan firmly believes that every individual possesses the strength and capacity to overcome life's challenges, transcending cultural, racial, religious, or sexual orientation barriers.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence Family Stress PTSD/Trauma Teens
Jessica Metzner

Jessica Metzner

Frederick, MD
LCSW-C
Jessica Metzner, LCSW-C, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker who welcomes clients seeking therapy for the first time or those looking for a different approach. She understands that individuals' lives are shaped by a multitude of factors such as their environment, childhood, culture, and identities, all of which influence their well-being. Jessica is passionate about guiding her clients toward living authentic, intentional, and fulfilling lives. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, providing a warm, open, and genuine space that encourages playfulness when appropriate. Jessica specializes in addressing women's issues, sex therapy, self-esteem, and a variety of general concerns, including LGBTQ+ issues, family conflict, and anxiety. Through insight-oriented methods, she works to enhance her clients' self-awareness and harness their unique qualities and strengths. Jessica employs interventions drawn from various modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy, tailored to fit the individual needs and learning styles of her clients. The relationship each client builds with her is deemed essential for successful treatment and outcomes, as she believes every individual deserves to feel heard, understood, and respected. With a commitment to maximizing the benefits of therapy, Jessica strives to support her clients in their journeys toward personal growth.
Specialties
Anxiety Family Stress LGBTQ+ Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well
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Angie Miller

Angie Miller

Frederick, MD
LCPC
Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times. As Helen Keller once said, "Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it." Angie Miller, an experienced LCPC, understands that during such challenging times, counseling can provide essential support. With a focus on assisting teens and adults, Angie helps clients learn healthier coping skills, express deep emotions in a safe space, and work toward their goals while uncovering their true potential. Her extensive background in therapy has equipped her to aid individuals in finding balance in their lives, cultivating a sense of purpose, conquering fears, reducing anxiety, and enhancing self-esteem. Utilizing a person-centered approach, Angie creates a safe and non-judgmental environment, meeting clients where they are in their journey. By empowering her clients to focus on their strengths, she guides them in overcoming barriers and obstacles. Incorporating mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and relaxation techniques, Angie effectively addresses stress and anxiety, helping clients navigate life's difficulties. With Angie by their side, individuals can feel assured that they are not alone in their journey toward restoration and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Borderline (BPD) Depression Eating Disorders General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Spirituality
Katie Nappi

Katie Nappi

Frederick, MD
Counselor, LGPC
Katie Nappi is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor who holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling from the University of Pittsburgh. Her extensive training and professional experiences uniquely equip her to offer a wide range of counseling services, particularly in addressing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. With a strong clinical background, Katie employs a variety of evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Understanding that each individual is unique, she utilizes an eclectic approach to meet clients at their specific stages of personal journeys. Katie embraces a holistic perspective, exploring the various dimensions of an individual's life and recognizing how different factors can influence overall healing and recovery. Her person-centered approach emphasizes helping clients tap into their inner strengths to foster self-discovery and acceptance.
Specialties
Addiction
Elizabeth Niedbala

Elizabeth Niedbala

Frederick, MD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Elizabeth Niedbala, MSW, LCSW-C, ACSW, is an experienced Clinical Social Worker and therapist who specializes in providing psychotherapy for individuals ranging from young children to adults. With over 30 years in the field, she recognizes the courage it takes for clients to seek help. Elizabeth has effectively supported clients navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and relational issues. Her tranquil office serves as a supportive environment where individuals can freely discuss their concerns. Through her compassionate and interactive approach, she assists preteens, teenagers, and adults in identifying emotional issues and behaviors that hinder their daily lives. Elizabeth is also a Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners Approved Supervisor, highlighting her commitment to professional excellence. She offers a range of therapy services, including individual, family, and group therapy, with a specialized focus on Family-Based Treatment for adolescents dealing with eating disorders like Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa. Clients often express that Elizabeth's unique style fosters connection and understanding, setting her apart from previous therapists. Her office's convenient location makes it accessible for those seeking transformation in their lives.
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Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders
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Beatrice Ochieng

Beatrice Ochieng

Frederick, MD
Counselor, MS
Beatrice Ochieng is a compassionate and multicultural counselor dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey to recovery. Specializing in addressing issues such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, and grief/loss, she meets her clients where they are, providing the support and understanding they need. Her therapeutic style is insightful, engaging, and nonjudgmental, allowing adults, including those over 65, to feel safe in exploring their emotions and experiences. Beatrice primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behavior, empowering her clients to transform unhealthy patterns. She also integrates techniques such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping) to cater to the unique needs of each individual. For those who seek it, Beatrice offers Christian counseling, reflecting her faith as an integral part of her practice. She is committed to fostering healing and personal growth, welcoming clients into a supportive therapeutic environment.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Mindfulness Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Gregory Powell

Gregory Powell

Frederick, MD
Psychologist, PHD
Gregory Powell is a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, who has been empowering teens and adults since his graduation from the University of Maryland in 1985. He specializes in assisting individuals with a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, and marital conflicts. Gregory adopts a compassionate approach, offering support through grief, life transitions, and relationship issues. His extensive repertoire includes mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy, tailored to meet the unique needs of couples, individuals, and families. With a deep understanding of work stress and mood disorders, he provides invaluable guidance in career counseling and coping skills, helping clients navigate their paths towards healing and personal growth. Gregory's commitment to fostering resilience and well-being shines through in every session, making him a trusted partner in the journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Parenting Relationship Stress Work Stress

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