About Turning Stone Counseling
Counseling in Pasadena, MD and throughout all of Maryland
About Turning Stone Counseling
Therapy That Honors Your Story
At Turning Stone Counseling, we believe therapy should be a place where you feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as you are.
Life can bring experiences that leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, parenting stress, or major life transitions, therapy can offer a space to slow down, reflect, and begin to create meaningful change.
Our therapists work collaboratively with clients to help them better understand themselves, develop new tools, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with their values and goals.
We see therapy as a process of curiosity, growth, and healing — not fixing what is “broken,” but helping you reconnect with the strengths that already exist within you.
Our Approach to Therapy
We believe effective therapy happens within a safe, trusting relationship.
Our clinicians are trained in evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including:
These approaches help us support children, teens, adults, couples, and families through a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges.
But therapy is never one-size-fits-all. We tailor our work to each client’s unique experiences, identity, and goals.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- EMDR Therapy
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
- Child-Centered Play Therapy
Our Values
What guides how we show up — for our clients and each other
At Turning Stone Counseling, our work is grounded in values that shape how we show up for our clients and for each other as clinicians.
Inclusivity
We are committed to creating a therapy space where people of all identities and lived experiences feel welcome, respected, and affirmed.
We recognize that each person’s story is shaped by culture, identity, and community, and we strive to provide care that honors those experiences.
Authentic Connection
Healing happens within meaningful relationships. We believe the therapeutic relationship should feel genuine, collaborative, and human.
Our therapists show up with warmth, honesty, and curiosity so clients can feel safe being their true selves.
Continuous Growth
Growth is a lifelong process. We support our clients in working toward their goals while also committing ourselves to ongoing learning and professional development as clinicians.
Therapy is a space where both insight and meaningful change can unfold over time.
Active Listening
We believe people deserve to feel truly heard. Our therapists listen with intention, curiosity, and compassion to understand each client’s experiences, perspectives, and needs.
Creativity in the Process
Every person’s path toward healing is different. We approach therapy with flexibility and creativity, integrating different therapeutic approaches and tools to meet clients where they are and support their individual growth.
Together, these values guide how we show up in the therapy room—creating a space where clients can feel supported, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.
Commitment to Inclusivity & Social Justice
Mental health does not exist in isolation from the broader social systems people live within.
"Inclusion is the only safety if we are to have a peaceful world."
— Pearl Buck
At Turning Stone Counseling, we recognize that mental health does not exist in isolation from the broader social systems people live within.
Experiences of discrimination, systemic inequality, cultural expectations, and historical trauma can deeply impact emotional wellbeing. Our practice is committed to creating a therapy environment that is inclusive, affirming, and culturally responsive.
Our therapists engage in ongoing learning and reflection so we can better support clients whose experiences may differ from our own.
We believe therapy should be a place where your full identity is respected and honored.
We strive to create a space where individuals of all identities feel welcome, including people across differences in:
- race and ethnicity
- gender identity and expression
- sexual orientation
- religion and spirituality
- ability and neurodivergence
- socioeconomic background
- family structure
What Makes Our Practice Different
We understand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable. Many of the people who contact us have been struggling quietly for a long time.
Our goal is to provide therapy that feels:
- welcoming rather than clinical
- collaborative rather than prescriptive
- thoughtful rather than rushed
We work with clients facing a wide range of challenges including anxiety, trauma, OCD, depression, relationship concerns, parenting stress, and life transitions.
Our clinicians bring warmth, curiosity, and clinical expertise to help clients move toward greater emotional balance and self-understanding.
Begin Your Therapy Journey
Finding the right therapist matters.
If you’re considering therapy, we invite you to explore our clinicians and learn more about how we work. If you have questions or would like help finding the right therapist for your needs, we’re happy to help.
You don’t have to navigate things alone.
Contact Turning Stone Counseling today to get started.
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