You feel like you’re “too much” and “not enough” at the same time.
Trauma Therapy
for Anxiety and Relationship Issues
For Teens and Adult In Owings Mills, MD
The anxiety, the overthinking, the relationship patterns, they’re not random. They’re often rooted in unresolved childhood trauma.
You already know what you want to say…
but the moment comes, and you go quiet to avoid conflict.
And afterward, you’re left with the same frustration, the same anxiety, and the same question:
Why do I keep doing this?
This isn’t just happening in the moment. They can be rooted in childhood experiences where you had to adapt, stay small, or stay alert just to feel safe. And now, those same patterns are showing up in your anxiety, your relationships, and the way you move through the world.
Signs your anxiety and relationship patterns may be rooted in childhood trauma
• You say yes when you want to say no
• You feel responsible for other people’s emotions
• You feel unseen, unchosen, unimportant.
• Relationships leave you drained or invisible
• You have strong reactions to “small” things without understanding why
• Your worth is tied to productivity or being helpful
• You attract emotionally unavailable, critical, or controlling people in your life.These patterns are not random.
They often develop in response to early experiences where your needs, safety, or voice were not fully supported.
Why This Keeps Happening
You might notice yourself overgiving, shutting down, feeling overwhelmed, or questioning yourself in relationships. Even when life looks “okay,” something inside doesn’t feel settled.
This isn’t just happening in the moment. When you’ve experienced difficult or overwhelming moments growing up, your nervous system learns how to adapt in order to protect you.
You might have learned to stay quiet to avoid conflict, take responsibility for other people’s emotions, or stay constantly alert so nothing catches you off guard.
At the time, these responses made sense. They helped you cope and stay safe. But those same patterns don’t always translate into your adult life.
Now, they can show up as anxiety, overthinking, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling stuck in relationships that leave you drained or unseen. This isn’t because something is wrong with you. It’s because your system is still trying to protect you in ways that once worked — but no longer serve you.
And with the right support, these patterns can begin to shift.
Hi I’M Martha.
A Trauma-informed Therapist in Owings Mills, MD
I specialize in working with adults navigating the effects of childhood trauma, especially when it shows up as anxiety and patterns in relationships.In our work together, I don’t just focus on helping you manage symptoms. I focus on helping you understand and process what’s underneath them.
I use trauma-focused approaches like Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you access the deeper patterns that are still influencing how you feel, respond, and relate to others.
Instead of only talking through your experiences, we also pay attention to what your body is holding and how your nervous system has learned to respond over time. This allows us to work at a deeper level, where real change can happen, rather than just learning ways to cope.
Through this process, you can begin to feel less reactive, more grounded, and more in control of how you show up in your life and your relationships. I move at your pace, and I focus on creating a space that feels steady enough for you to explore what’s been difficult without feeling overwhelmed.
Areas I Can Help With
Childhood Trauma
Understand your triggers, manage overwhelming emotions, and shift unhelpful beliefs about yourself and the world.
Teens
A supportive space where teens can openly discuss emotions, stress, relationships, and challenges while building coping skills, communication, self-awareness, and confidence as they navigate this stage of life.
Anxiety
Brain Spotting
Identify and process unresolved emotional experiences. It can support deeper emotional processing, helping reduce distress and improve overall well-being.
Relationship Issues
Explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior that may be affecting your relationships, and learn to connect with the people around you.
Dissociative Identity Disorder ( DID)
Create safety, build stability, and process trauma at a pace that feels manageable. The goal is to improve communication among parts, reduce distressing symptoms, and support a more integrated, grounded sense of self.
What if you could have a more fulfilling and empowered life? I can help you get there.
What are the next steps?
Step 1: Click the button below and schedule a free 15-minute consultation call.
This will allow you to ask any questions directly to me to reassure you are in the right place.
Step 2: Commit to your wellbeing
Join me every week to gain insight, learn new strategies, and heal past wounds.
Step 3: Be empowered
Live a more fulfilling life and reconnect with the people around you
I provide online and in-person therapy in Owings Mills and across Maryland. Virtual therapy offers a convenient, flexible way to access professional mental health support from wherever you are. Online counseling eliminates commute time, makes scheduling easier, and allows you to attend sessions from a comfortable, familiar environment, which many people find helps them feel more relaxed and open. Telehealth therapy also provides consistent access to care during busy seasons, travel, or life transitions, making it easier to prioritize your emotional well-being without disrupting your routine.
Get Support From Wherever You Are
Frequently Asked Questions
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Getting started is simple — just click any of the consultation links on my website to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. During this call, we’ll talk briefly about what you’re looking for and see if we feel like a good fit to work together.
If we decide to move forward, we’ll schedule your first full session. This initial session focuses on getting a clear picture of your background, experiences, and current concerns, so you can expect me to ask more questions than usual.
After that, sessions typically feel more conversational, and I’ll thoughtfully integrate therapeutic approaches that best support your healing, growth, and goals.
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My approach is deeply trauma-informed and personalized. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method — instead, I tailor therapy to your unique experiences, goals, and pace. Many of the struggles people face with anxiety, self-esteem, or relationships are rooted in past wounds, so we gently explore those connections while building practical tools to help you feel more grounded and empowered.
I focus on creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Together, we work not just on managing symptoms, but on healing the deeper patterns that keep you feeling stuck so you can reconnect with yourself, build healthier relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
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My fee for a 50-minute session is $175 for the initial session and $150 for ongoing sessions. I also offer 90-minute extended sessions for $250 when more time feels helpful.
I am a private-pay practice, which allows for greater privacy and flexibility in your care. I accept credit cards, cash, HSA, and FSA payments. If you’d like to seek reimbursement through your insurance, I’m happy to provide a superbill for you to submit.
To help you decide if we’re a good fit, I also offer a free 15-minute consultation where you can ask questions and share what you’re looking for in therapy.