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Lindsy Barnabae, LCSW-C

Lindsy Barnabae, LCSW-C

Eldersburg, Owings Mills

Kyla Duhart LCSW, Cedar Ridge Counseling

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Hi all! My name is Lindsy (she/her) and my passion lies in working with children, adolescents, and teens to build resiliency and learning to empower themselves. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Salisbury University and have been practicing in the field of social worker for over 7 years. I have a background in mental health through child welfare, therapy, and school based social work. I am dedicated to finding the right combination to work with you, your child and your family. I specialize in working with youth dealing with anxiety, depression, anger issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and grief. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based that integrates aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution focused therapy, and mindfulness to help young people understand their emotions and work to develop healthy coping habits.

My goal is to create a safe non-judgemental space where anyone who enters feels seen, heard and welcomed. This is your time and your space to get out emotions, learn coping skills, or just feel seen and supported. I’m just happy to be along for the ride!!

Tahna E. Purnell, LCPC

Tahna E. Purnell, LCPC

Eldersburg, Telehealth

Kyla Duhart LCSW, Cedar Ridge Counseling
Tahna E. Purnell, LCPC, is a licensed psychotherapist and hypnotherapist in the state of Maryland. Her approach is person-centered and holistic, integrating evidence-based counseling with mind-body practices that honor the whole person. Tahna works with adults navigating trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, chronic illness, anxiety, and issues related to self-worth and assertiveness. She values cultural humility, intuition, and rest as essential components of healing, and she respectfully incorporates indigenous and spiritual practices when aligned with a client’s beliefs. Tahna provides a calm, supportive space where clients can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Patricia Messina,LCSW-C

Patricia Messina,LCSW-C

Eldersburg, Urbana

Kyla Duhart LCSW, Cedar Ridge Counseling

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Healing begins when you allow yourself to stop suffering. As Helen Keller stated, “Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it”. Your journey begins when you identify the emotions causing you to feel your life is out of control. Emotional healing is a personal journey that varies for each individual, taking responsibility for one’s healing journey is crucial. However, making a conscious decision to heal will foster well-being and happiness. As you gain strength and courage to overcome the challenges and obstacles you face throughout your life. It is then you will experience inner peace with a healing mind

Patricia Messina is a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist specializing in trauma, addiction, marriage and family therapy and grief counseling. With a Master of Science degree from the School of Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Slippery Rock University, Patricia possesses a strong academic foundation and a profound understanding of mental health.

Her professional journey began as an addictions counselor, where she spent 12 years honing her skills in helping individuals navigate the complexities of addiction. Fueled by her passion for supporting others, Patricia established her private practice in Stuart, Florida where she offered a safe and nurturing environment for her clients facing emotional distress and personal challenges
Patricia is committed to lifelong learning and has pursued advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Couples counseling, and gambling addiction. Currently she is expanding her expertise through studies in psychodrama, further enhancing her ability to facilitate healing and growth.

In addition to her clinical work, Patricia has collaborated with the court system, addressing issues such as parental alienation, anger management and DUI-related cases. Her experience in these areas underscores her ability to work effectively with individuals recommended by the court, providing essential therapeutic support.

Recently relocated to Frederick, Maryland, Patricia is eager to continue her mission of helping those suffering from emotional pain, grief and family conflict. She is particularly passionate about assisting individuals who have experienced trauma, whether in childhood, throughout their lives, or from recent traumatic events. Through her genuine empathy and expert guidance, Patricia empowers her clients to heal and move toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Patricia states, ” As you gain strength and courage to overcome the challenges and obstacles you face in and throughout your life. It is then your mind will begin healing allowing you to experience inner peace and happiness”.

Christina Roberts, LCSW-C

Christina Roberts, LCSW-C

Eldersburg, Urbana, Westminster

Kyla Duhart LCSW, Cedar Ridge Counseling
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree of Social Work from the University of Maryland School of Social Work in Baltimore, Maryland. I have many years of experience providing individual therapy, couples therapy and family therapy. I believe in the eclectic therapeutic approach as each client’s situation and goals are unique. I believe in addressing my client’s needs from a strength-based perspective. I value the importance of developing trust in the client/therapist relationship by providing empathy, support and encouragement.

My areas of expertise include alcohol and substance use treatment, dual diagnosis, trauma, depression, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, anger management, stress management, relational and family conflict.

Luke Otterbein, LCSW-C

Luke Otterbein, LCSW-C

Eldersburg

Kyla Duhart LCSW, Cedar Ridge Counseling
Hello! I’m Luke, a licensed clinical social worker who works with adults and older adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, life transitions, and patterns of overthinking or feeling “stuck.”

I began my career providing inpatient psychiatric care for young adults experiencing acute mental health crises before transitioning into outpatient therapy. That experience helped shape a calm, grounded, and collaborative approach to supporting clients through both immediate distress and longer-standing emotional struggles.

My work is primarily informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on helping people develop a healthier relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions rather than remaining stuck in cycles of anxiety, avoidance, or self-criticism. I also bring an attachment-informed and trauma-informed perspective to therapy, which helps guide my work with relationship patterns, emotional overwhelm, and avoidance.

I strive to create a space that feels supportive, genuine, and collaborative while helping clients move toward a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with their values. I work with clients ages 14 and up and offer a brief consultation call for those interested in getting started.