Kensington, MD Local Support & Community Resources

Margaret (Margi) Braun is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals navigate feelings of being stuck, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. She specializes in assisting teenagers, adults, couples, and families experiencing life transitions, anxiety, or depression. Known for her compassionate, non-judgmental, and patient approach, Margaret devotes the time, support, and attention that each client deserves as they embark on their journey towards improvement and well-being. She finds immense joy in meeting wonderful people every day and is committed to offering professional guidance during their most trying times. Margaret looks forward to supporting clients in their personal journeys towards healing and happiness.

Robin Brannan, LCMFT, is a dedicated marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience in treating families with school-aged children. Understanding the unique challenges that parents face, especially during trying times like a pandemic, she recognizes how overwhelming it can be to juggle online schoolwork, meal preparation, and personal responsibilities, leading to exhaustion and increased conflicts within the household. With a deep commitment to fostering positive family dynamics, Robin and her talented team specialize in helping children, teens, couples, and families manage ADHD, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and everyday stress. Together, they work to transform conflicts into moments of connection, control problem behaviors, and promote growth within families, all while ensuring the process is enjoyable. For those looking to create or restore a joyful family life that feels manageable, this compassionate team is ready to provide the support needed on that journey.

Grace Riddell, an experienced Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, creates a safe and healing environment for clients to explore change and problem-solving. By working with Grace, individuals will discover effective skills to enhance communication with themselves and others, ultimately finding their voice and evolving into their best selves throughout the process. Together, they will navigate life’s path, equipped with tools to journey with confidence and ease. Grace provides counseling services for individuals, couples, and groups, including a dedicated Millennial group that tackles life stage challenges such as career and relationship issues, while also exploring gender identity and sexual orientation. These psychotherapy groups foster a nurturing space for individuals of all genders and sexualities, encouraging self-love, empathy, authenticity, emotional expression, boundary-setting, and personal growth. Participants receive emotional support, constructive feedback, and effective communication techniques, helping them fulfill their individual needs and desires.