LifeSpring Counseling Services

09/08/2025

📣LAST CALLL!! 📣

FULLY LICENSED CLINICIANS, this is the LAST chance to join our 2025 Peer Consultation Group!! If you're looking for clinical support, a community of seasoned colleagues, and Category B/II CEs for attending, this is for you!

This group only opens up one time for pear, and the group starts this week!! If you've been searching for a group, but haven't found one, consider this your sign!!

Details in the link below. https://lifespringcounseling.net/seasoned-clinicians-peer-consultation-group-in-maryland

09/08/2025

At LifeSpring, Liza is now helping individuals move through stuck points, uncover insights, and experience meaningful emotional relief with KAP! 🎉

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative mental health treatment that pairs oral ketamine with intentional psychotherapy sessions.

The goal? To help you explore your mind more freely, reconnect with inner strengths, and promote deep healing.

Learn more about KAP and Liza's work at our Baltimore, MD office here: https://lifespringcounseling.net/ketamine-assisted-psychotherapy-in-maryland

09/08/2025

When we’re anxious and worried, our imagination can take us to lots of creative places….usually not good ones.

We catastrophize, jump to negative conclusions, or make negative predictions about future outcomes all because our anxiety is running wild!

There are ways to channel that creative energy for your good AND ways to tame those anxious and worried thoughts!

If you’re not sure how to do that, our therapists can help!

09/04/2025

Finding a therapist can be tricky!

There are different credentials, age ranges, locations, specialities, and training that therapists list on their profiles.

Anxiety can range from annoying to debilitating and this level of uncertainty in not knowing who is the right fit or match can add another level of stress to your search.

Here are some things to consider when looking for a therapist! https://lifespringcounseling.net/blog/finding-a-baltimore-therapist-for-anxiety

09/01/2025

Many U.S. workers and businesses have faced tremendous amounts of stress and uncertainty this year.

While this extra day of rest is wonderful (and much deserved), it’s important to seek out the activities that truly restore and replenish your battery.

For me, time in the garden is where I lose track of time, get immersed in what I’m doing, and have fun experimenting and enjoying the benefits of previous labor.

Whatever your restorative hobbies are, I hope you get to enjoy them today.

Picture below: my first time bundling end-of-season lavender for future sachets.

08/27/2025

Meet LifeSpring's 2 newest interns who will be offering LOW-COST counseling at our office!

David and Jackson will be working closely with under-insured and un-insured clients across Maryland looking to address depression, anxiety, and grief and loss.

David also works with adults 18+ looking to address creative blocks, life transitions, college anxieties, loss/change of employment, and men's self awareness and wellbeing.

Jackson works closely with children and adults who was to work on feelings of loneliness and isolation, forming connections, trauma, and strengths-based approaches.

Learn more about our new interns and schedule a LOW-COST appointment as soon as this week!
David Cloutier: https://lifespringcounseling.net/david-cloutier
Jackson Borchers: https://lifespringcounseling.net/jackson-borchers

08/27/2025

We love seeing people speak freely about how therapy has helped them, AND we wish more people felt this free to share too!

Interested in EMDR after seeing this video? Then you definitely don’t want to miss the chance to try Brainspotting!

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1759197874977813?fs=e&s=TIeQ9V&mibextid=0NULKw

08/27/2025

Sharing in case you or someone you know will be impacted.

As the owner of an insurance-based counseling practice, here’s what I’ll say.

• Dealing with insurance companies can be absolutely exhausting!

• Mental health practices leave health insurance panels frequently, creating issues around access to care for community members, but…it goes unnoticed because these practices (while many) are not nearly as large as places like Hopkins.

The next time you hear someone talking about the “mental health shortage,” just know that there’s more to that story.

“I feel horrible. I feel dejected,” she said. “I was very positive about my treatment. Johns Hopkins was very positive about my treatment and my plan and now I'm terrified."

08/26/2025

Get to know more about LifeSpring's undergrad intern, Rictika!

Rictika has traveled to 11 countries worldwide and enjoys destressing by crocheting as she watches a show or movie 🧶

She's looking forward to hosting events that allow people to dive into their creative side to learn more about themselves and others.

Rictika was interested in studying Psychology at Towson University because she finds human behavior to be so fascinating.

She was particularly drawn to Psychology because it is stigmatized in South Asian cultures. Mental health is often overlooked or dismissed, and there’s a lack of openness when it comes to seeking professional help.

Because of this, Rictika wants to work toward breaking these barriers to create a space where people feel safe to express their mental health concerns without fear of judgment.

In the future, she hopes to normalize mental health care in all communities, especially her own. ❤️

Learn more about Rictika's work at our Baltimore office: https://lifespringcounseling.net/rictika-dhakal

08/25/2025

LifeSpring welcomes Rictika to the team as our undergraduate intern!

Rictika will be working behind the scenes to plan community events and gatherings at our Baltimore, MD office that are designed to allow you to pause and take care of yourself while also meeting others.

Interested in attending one of our community workshops? Fill out the form below so you don't miss out on our next event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9u9aKRldcrFm3CvEHXL5222lMud78F6KLZxpwxi7UMdLZlQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116377604319522274048

Curious to learn more about Rictika? Read her bio here: https://lifespringcounseling.net/rictika-dhakal

08/21/2025

Join us in welcoming Alaina Gay, LMSW to the LifeSpring team! 🎉

Alaina is currently offering in-person services at our new Baltimore office, and offers a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe sharing your struggles and experiences.

Schedule an appointment with Alaina as soon as NEXT WEEK, and begin addressing anxiety, stress, depression, family trauma, and communication skills.

Alaina accepts United/Optum, Aetna, and CareFirst BCBS health plans. Learn more about Alaina's work at our office and schedule today: https://lifespringcounseling.net/alaina-gay