Melanie Levine, LCSW-C, graduated from University of Maryland, School of Social Work in 1998. She is a dynamic psychotherapist in practice 10 years with a special interest in healthy relationships.  She is trained in Yoga For Depression by Amy Weintraub, author of the book by the same name.  Melanie has a background in domestic violence, anger management and gay and lesbian relationships.  She also runs psycho-educational groups utilizing The Healthy Step Model. 

Kathy Metcalf, LCSW-C, TEP, has been in practice since 1993. Her multi-modal approach to healing is informed by psychodrama, yoga, mindfulness practices and EMDR.  Her specializations include eating disorders, trauma and relationship issues.  She has presented on a variety of topics, nationally and internationally.  She has been noted for her ability to "set audiences on fire" with the possibilities in their own lives. 

Jacob Dover, LCSW-C, has worked with children and families for the past seven years.  He specializes in the treatment of mood and behavior disorders in children and adolescents.  Jacob has a special interest in treating children and families involved in the social service, adoption and fostercare systems.  Jacob worked as a Wilderness Expedition Leader and uses these experiences in his work with children.  He has a post graduate certificate in Attachment Based Psychotherapy and was a Fellow at the Baltimore Washington Psychoanalytic Institute.

Priscilla Lippincott, LCPC, received her MS in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola College in 2006. She utilizes an eclectic approach with the goal of enhancing one's self-worth and self-knowledge. Priscilla is trained in mindfulness techniques, cognitive and dialectical behavior therapies and EMDR for the resolution of past trauma or abuse. As an adoptive parent, Priscilla offers a personal understanding of infertility and adoption.

Wendy Kelly, LCSW-C, has worked with children and adolescents for over 10 years in various settings. She has a special interest in utilizing play therapy with kids. Wendy's unique approach allows her to build trust that fosters a safe, sharing environment, making therapy more effective. Wendy has over 5 years experience working with Baltimore County Schools, doing in-school therapy and helping families through the IEP process. She also has several years experience as a supervisor, training and coaching other social workers on how to most effectively do therapy with children and families.

Nikolay Sergeevykh, LCPC earned his Masters in Agency and Community Counseling in 2000 giving him over 10 years experience in the field. He has worked at a variety of settings including community mental health, residential treatment, in-home therapy and therapeutic foster care. Nikolay has also supervised and trained psychotherapists and mental health workers. Nikolay sees children, adolescents, couples, families and therapeutic groups.

Susan Marks, LGPC, received her MS in counseling psychology from Loyola University in 2004. She believes in a caring collaborative approach is the basis for growth and healing. Susan has experience with survivors of domestic violence and adults with a range of issues such as anxiety, trauma, grief, depression and anger. Her treatment approach is influenced by emotionally focused and schema therapies. as well as mindfulness, compassion power and guided imagery. She also is comfortable with spirituality and religious perspectives.

Tomeaka Jupiter, LCSW-C attended Radford University, where she received her Masters degree in Social work in 2000. Since that time, she has worked with women and families in non-profit settings and has recently expanded to private practice. Tomeaka specializes in supporting clients in developing healthier relationships, positive parenting, stress and anger management. She provided individualized clinical support to meet clients' needs using cognitive-behavioral and strength-based therapy to support personal growth and change.

Hilary S. Fink, LCSW-C received her MSW from the University of Maryland, School of Social Work in 2004. Hilary's expertise consists of working with clients who have a trauma related history as she has completed a Certificate in Trauma Treatment at The University of Maryland, School of Social Work in December 2007 and a Certificate in Advanced Trauma Treatment Level II in December 2010 through The Institute for Advanced Psychotherapy Training and Education, Inc. Hilary has a background in treating domestic violence survivors, behavioral and anxiety disorders and PTSD. She utilizes a strengths-based perspective as well as an individual approach to treating her clients in a safe and trusting environment.