Cedar Counseling & Wellness

Cedar Counseling & Wellness Cedar Counseling & Wellness is a team of experienced, compassionate therapists, working to improve t

06/12/2026

Looking for a deeply supportive, therapy-backed resource for Pride Month?

We highly recommend checking out The Q***r Mental Health Workbook by Dr. Brendan J. Dunlop.This workbook is packed with practical, compassionate exercises grounded in proven frameworks like CBT and DBT. It is specifically designed to help you navigate minority stress, build up your self-esteem, and process life on your own terms.

Your mental health is a priority, and you deserve spaces and resources tailored to your unique lived experiences. Grab a copy and dive in at your own pace.

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June is Men’s Health Month, and we need to talk about the physical cost of the "tough it out" mentality. Society often t...
06/10/2026

June is Men’s Health Month, and we need to talk about the physical cost of the "tough it out" mentality.

Society often teaches men to internalize pressure, treating vulnerability as a weakness. But ignoring stress doesn't make it disappear, it just forces your body to carry the burden instead.

True strength isn’t about white-knuckling your way through burnout. It’s about recognizing when your system is overloaded and taking proactive steps to reset.

Think of therapy the same way you think of the gym, a financial advisor, or routine maintenance on your truck. It is not about complaining; it is a strategic space to offload pressure, sharpen your focus, and build practical tools to handle the demands of everyday life.

Taking care of your mind is a foundational part of your overall fitness.

If you're ready to add a mental health professional to your team, click the link in our bio to view our clinicians and book a confidential consultation.

True affirmation means ensuring mental health support is accessible, local, and safe. While Pride is a season of joy, it...
06/07/2026

True affirmation means ensuring mental health support is accessible, local, and safe.

While Pride is a season of joy, it is also a reminder that the LGBTQ+ community faces disproportionate barriers to receiving identity-affirming mental health care. Systemic stigma and a lack of specialized training leave too many people struggling to find spaces where they can be entirely themselves.

If you are looking for dedicated, q***r-competent care in the Annapolis area, these local organizations are built for you.

👥 Peer Support & Community Advocacy
* PFLAG Annapolis / Anne Arundel County: Facilitates peer-led support groups for youth, adults, and allies twice a month at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis (Dubois Rd). Check their website's Find Resources Page for educational links, libraries, and toolkits.
* Annapolis Pride (annapolispride.org): The premier regional nonprofit celebrating and empowering the q***r community. Their site serves as the central hub for local business networking, connection events, and an extensive local community directory.

🏥 Clinical Care & Specialized Health Equity
* GBCC Behavioral Health: Provides an LGBTQ Affirming Care Line specifically designed for targeted mental health counseling and navigation support.
* The Refuge by Lotus Psychotherapy: Specializes in affirming clinical services, offering Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) focused heavily on transgender community care.
* Chase Brexton Health Care (Glen Burnie): Located just outside Annapolis. Features The Center for LGBTQ Health Equity, delivering full primary health integration and dedicated behavioral health care.

☎️ 24/7 Safe & Identity-Affirming Helplines
* The Trevor Project: Crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ young people. Call 866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678.
* Trans Lifeline: Peer-led support hotlines run entirely by trans and nonbinary individuals for safety. Call 877-565-8860.
* The LGBT National Help Center: Free, confidential peer support spaces, senior chat infrastructure, and youth hotlines. Call 888-843-4564.

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Happy Pride Month from all of us at Cedar Counseling and Wellness. 🏳️‍🌈✨As mental health professionals, our mission is s...
06/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from all of us at Cedar Counseling and Wellness. 🏳️‍🌈✨

As mental health professionals, our mission is simple: to provide a sanctuary where you can show up exactly as you are, completely whole, and completely safe. You belong here, your story matters, and our doors are always open to you.

There is no script that makes this easy. When a family goes through a major transition: a separation, a divorce, or a pa...
06/04/2026

There is no script that makes this easy.

When a family goes through a major transition: a separation, a divorce, or a parent moving out, the moment of telling the children is one of the hardest conversations a parent will ever have.

Children are deeply perceptive. Left without clear information, they often fill in the gaps themselves, sometimes blaming themselves for adult decisions.

Our Annapolis therapists work with families navigating these exact transitions. We find that how parents handle this initial conversation shapes how children experience everything that follows.

If you are preparing for this conversation, ground yourself in what your children actually need to hear most:

👤 "This was an adult decision." The details of your relationship are not theirs to carry or fix.
🗓️ "Both parents are staying." Give them concrete details. Where will they live? What does Tuesday morning look like now?
⚓ "Nothing you did caused this." Say it out loud, even if it seems obvious. Children are developmentally prone to self-blame.
🌿 "You are allowed to feel whatever you feel." Your job in that moment is not to fix their sadness: it is to make them feel safe enough to express it.

Our latest blog post acts as a practical, step-by-step framework for setting the stage, what to actually say, and how to navigate your own emotions in the room.

👉 Tap the link in our bio to read the full guide: "What To Say When Everything Changes."

Meet Sarah Kernan, LCSW-C/LICSW: A clinical therapist licensed in Maryland and DC who specializes in the complex landsca...
05/26/2026

Meet Sarah Kernan, LCSW-C/LICSW: A clinical therapist licensed in Maryland and DC who specializes in the complex landscape of grief and loss. 🌿

Sarah understands that grief touches every part of us; emotional, physical, and mental. She meets her clients in some of their hardest moments with sincerity, softness, and a deep commitment to normalizing the grieving process.

Whether you are navigating a sudden loss, traumatic grief, or a major life transition like divorce or job loss, Sarah is here to walk alongside you without judgment or pressure to "move on."

Why she might be your match:

✨ Grief & Traumatic Loss Specialist: Sarah has extensive training in traumatic grief and TF-CBT, helping clients process sudden or overwhelming loss while focusing on nervous system safety.
🧠 A Personal Approach: She uses a mix of psychodynamic and strengths-based therapy to help you understand your experience and recognize your own resilience.
🌱 Life Transitions: Sarah supports those navigating "unrecognized" losses—like illness or estrangement—helping you find your footing when your reality has shifted.
🤍 Authentic & Compassionate: Known for being down to earth and empathetic, Sarah provides a space where you can honor your loved one's story and practice self-compassion.

On a personal note: Sarah lives in Baltimore with her beloved rescue dog, Clyde. She is a summer enthusiast who loves the beach, outdoor concerts, and hunting for unique treasures in local antique shops. ☀️🐚

If you are looking for a companion to help you navigate the "in-between" spaces of life after loss, Sarah has openings for new clients. Click the link in our bio to schedule a consultation.

We are pausing today for a day of solemn remembrance for those who gave everything in service. At Cedar Counseling & Wel...
05/25/2026

We are pausing today for a day of solemn remembrance for those who gave everything in service. At Cedar Counseling & Wellness, we believe grief and gratitude can coexist. We honor the lives lost and the families who carry their legacy.

Grief doesn’t follow a calendar. A dedicated day of remembrance is meaningful, but loss doesn’t end when the holiday does. If today feels heavy, know your emotions are valid. We are here to provide support whenever you need it.

05/24/2026

Earlier this month, we highlighted Maternal Mental Health Week, but these vital conversations require ongoing attention.

Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it can also bring unexpected anxiety, overwhelming stress, and intrusive thoughts that no one warns you about. If you have ever felt guilty for having anxious or scary thoughts, please know you are not a bad mom. You are just a human being navigating a massive life transition.

To help continue this conversation, our team highly recommends picking up a copy of Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts. It is an incredibly gentle, validating guide that breaks down the stigma around postpartum mental health and offers practical tools for coping.

If you need a safe space to process your own transition into motherhood, click the link in our bio to connect with one of our counselors today.

Caroline Fowler, LCSW-C, has officially settled back into the office and currently has openings for new clients. Carolin...
05/22/2026

Caroline Fowler, LCSW-C, has officially settled back into the office and currently has openings for new clients.

Caroline is a warm, nurturing therapist who helps individuals reclaim their sense of safety after trauma. She uses a mind-body approach to help you tap into your resilience and return to the version of yourself you were meant to be.

Why she might be your match:

🐾 Animal-Assisted Therapy: Caroline partners with Conrad, a certified therapy dog, to provide a grounding and innovative healing experience.
✨ Advanced Trauma Care: She is trained in EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to heal the root causes of distress.
🛡️ Specialized Support: She provides expert care for first responders and providers facing burnout or secondary trauma.
🤝 Inclusive & Non-Judgmental: Caroline offers a HAES®-aligned space where you feel heard, validated, and safe.

On a personal note: An Eastern Shore native and beach lover, Caroline spends her free time hiking and swimming with her favorite co-therapist, Conrad.

Ready to see if Caroline is the right fit for you? Click the link in our bio to learn more and schedule a consultation.

05/20/2026

We are walking you through exactly how to check in at Cedar Counseling & Wellness so your arrival is completely stress-free.

From plenty of on-site parking 🚗 to our seamless, contactless check-in system, every detail of our space is designed to keep you feeling calm and comfortable from the moment you pull up.

Take a look at the video to see just how easy it is! Have questions before your visit? Our team is always here to help; just call, message us, or follow the link in our bio to schedule your first visit!

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170 Jennifer Road, Suite 200
Annapolis, MD
21401

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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