Therapy is a collaborative process in which a trusting relationship is built b/t therapist and client to assist the client in resolving emotional, cognitive, spiritual/existential, behavioral, interpersonal concerns. This can be a single concern, which may take less time to heal; or longer term concern(s). The therapist will share no or little information about themselves, and what little information they do should be relevant to the work.

Since all of our experiences our unique to ourselves, the therapeutic process looks different for each individual, and the length of time for each person can vary. However, when the therapist and client can align with trust, technique, and execution change can occur. Overall, the process can look like: Client building personal awareness of how the issue(s) have affected them, thriving skills are cultivated, trauma is processed through embodiment, nature, parts, and mindfulness practices, and a Resiliency Plan is made including variety of areas of wellness: spiritual, mental, emotional, social, environmental, occupational, and physical, for example.

More specifically, the first visit will entail the therapist beginning to get an understanding of the current concerns, building rapport, and continuing to confirm fit. The second and third visits will include a psychosocial history, and any diagnostic assessments. After this, approaches will be discussed, goals, and objectives created and implemented thereafter.

We pull from a variety of sources, such as Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Contemplative practices, Poly-Vagal Nerve Theory, Positive Psychology, Nature - Informed therapy, Compassion Fatique Prevention, and Yoga. For a full list of Elizabeth’s training find her resume:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-4qY2ifj6heg0G01ZJmWWw1ShGS5IBqgpjDsve5d4wo/edit

All is based on client comfort level, but within the Hatha Raja Yoga Tradition there are three aspects of healing or preventive dis-ease: Breathwork, Asana/Form, and Meditation. Based on concerns brought to therapy, these aspects of yoga are incorporated into a wellness plan to address these issues. Yoga sutra (the ancient vedic teachings of yoga) 1.2 states: Yogas Chitta Vritta Nirodha: yoga is the stilling or controlling of the modifications or fluctuations of the mind. As we have learned in Poly-Vagal Nerve Theory and other research, yoga can build stress resilience, decrease blood pressure, improve overall heart health, improve digestion, decrease mood swings and anxiety, increase concentration and focus, improve joint health and balance, improve self esteem and feelings of worthiness.

We offer in- person and virtual sessions. Currently, in person sessions are offered at Ruscombe Community Health Center at 4801 Yellowwood Ave. Baltimore, MD, 21209, off of Northern Parkway and I-83 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 - 4:30.

Virtual appointments are available Monday and Thursday 9:00 - 2:30; 4:00-5:30; Friday 9:00 - 12:00 pm. The first session is 60 minutes, and all following sessions are 45 - 50 minutes.

We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Johns Hopkins EHP. For other insurance, I can provide a superbill you can submit to your out-of-network benefits.

Initial Appointment and Diagnostic session: $170; 50-60 minute session: $160; 45 minute session: $145; 30 minute session: $115.

Please let us know if you can not make an appointment 24 hours before the appointment time. If a no show or cancellation occurs within the 24 hour window, a $75 no show fee will be charged to your credit card on file.

As Healing Self grows other therapists will offer services to couples, families, etc. At this time, Elizabeth works with adults 18 + years old who are interested in a solution based approach. I specifically find enjoyment in working with motivated caregivers, helping professionals, and college students.