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For all the glorification of the college experience (the partying, the socializing), there’s also the reality of someone going off to a brand-new environment, possibly far from home, where they must learn not just their course of study, but also how to live life on their own. It can be a lot, even for the […]

In many fields, choosing a specialization is one of the first big decisions of a career. Quite naturally, it can feel high-stakes. As a soon-to-be clinical therapist, you’ve spent years training to help people, but now it’s time to pick a lane, and you may feel you haven’t fully found your footing. The good news? […]

For many, the hardest part of starting therapy isn’t the first session. It’s the worry about what it will cost: a worry that keeps many people from reaching out, sometimes for years. So does insurance cover therapy? Thankfully, in most cases the answer is yes. Federal and state parity laws require most health plans to […]

Doing something for the first time can be unnerving, even something as seemingly innocuous as couples therapy. Yet most couples walk into their first session feeling nervous, uncertain, or maybe even a little reluctant. That’s completely normal. This post is your straightforward guide to what to expect in your first couples therapy session, so you […]

Every field has its jargon. It’s acronyms and abbreviations that can seem daunting or even impenetrable. The field of therapy is no different. Never fear. If you’ve searched “types of therapist licenses” and find yourself confused, we’re here to set the record straight. How Maryland’s Licensure Structure Works Maryland has four social work license levels, […]

If you’ve spent any time searching mental health counselor positions in Maryland, you already know the listings are plentiful. Job boards surface dozens of openings every week, but that volume can be deceiving, i.e., more postings don’t mean more good postings. Whether you hold your LGPC and are accumulating supervision hours, or you’re a seasoned […]