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Starobin Counseling is a private group therapy practice in Olney, MD providing in person and virtual therapy.

Visit starobincounseling.com to learn about our support groups! We also have openings for children, teens, adults, couples, and families!

10/22/2026

When a loved one learns you can't tolerate their hard feelings, the hard feelings don’t stop. They just stop bringing them to you.

In Starobin Counseling’s October blog, Valerie Kolick, LGPC & RLT Certified Therapist breaks down four reactions that feel like love but land like rejection, then explains how learning to “hold space” can rebuild intimacy & trust.

Read “You’re Not Hearing Me!” - https://starobincounseling.com/blog/feelingunseen

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10/20/2026

What sets Brenda apart? We believe it’s her deep commitment to collaboration, lifelong learning, and family growth.

Brenda believes that when families learn to communicate effectively and support one another, children are empowered to grow into healthy, successful adults.

Brenda's unique combination of deep clinical expertise and specialized background in special education allows her to approach every client with empathy, insight, and practical tools.

https://starobincounseling.com/brenda

10/15/2026

Brenda brings a wealth of knowledge and clinical experience to our practice.

She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan and holds a Masters of Teaching in Special Education from Towson University.

Over her 25+ year career, Brenda has worked across medical facilities, community clinics, and school programs, including premier institutions such as:

✴ Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
✴ National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center
✴ The US military's behavioral health services

https://starobincounseling.com/brenda

10/13/2026

Brenda provides evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming care tailored to each individual's needs.

Her clinical focus includes supporting clients with:
✴ Anxiety and depression
✴ Autism and ADHD
✴ Behavioral dysregulation and emotion regulation difficulties

Delivered through a strength-based lens, Brenda's work centers on fostering self-awareness, improving emotion regulation, and helping clients build healthy relationships and a positive sense of self.

https://starobincounseling.com/brenda

10/12/2026

Jacqi recently had the honor of being invited on the Complicated Kids Podcast with Toddler Whisperer, Gabriele Nicolet to discuss her experience as a therapist with Internal Family Systems.

In this episode, Jacqi and Gabriele talk about looking at behavior through understanding instead of blame, how past experiences can shape reactions today, the importance of feeling seen and understood and much more.

Don't miss it! Listen to the episode here: https://youtu.be/PByGwt_gMHA or wherever you get your podcasts.

Find out more about the amazing work that Gabriele is doing by visiting www.raisingorchidkids.com.

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10/09/2026

Wondering if Brenda could be the right fit for your family?

Brenda works with clients from age 4 through young adulthood, as well as their parents.

She focuses on helping children, adolescents, and families navigate developmental challenges, behavioral hurdles, trauma, and family conflict.

A cornerstone of Brenda’s care is empowering neurodivergent children, adolescents, and parents to leverage their strengths while navigating daily challenges.

https://starobincounseling.com/brenda

10/07/2026

Mark your calendars! The Transition Work Group Resource Fair for Youth & Adults with IDD/Autism will be Sunday, October 25th from 1-4 pm.

This is an opportunity to meet 50 exhibitors representing:
👉 government agencies and benefits
👉 nonprofit service providers
👉 social/recreational opportunities
👉 education and training possibilities

Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DWqnxxPbr/

10/06/2026

🐨 Parents Together: Perusing Podcasts. Caron's October Picks are here!

https://mailchi.mp/starobincounseling/parents-together-october-picks

10/05/2026

Meet the newest addition to the Starobin Counseling team!

We are thrilled to introduce Brenda Richesson, LCSW-C, a licensed clinical social worker and board-certified supervisor with over 25 years of experience.

Brenda is dedicated to providing compassionate mental health therapy to children, adolescents, and their parents. She strives to create a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore their unique experiences and build mutual understanding.

Stay tuned as we share more about her background and expertise.

https://starobincounseling.com/brenda

09/30/2026

Registration is now OPEN for Julie Skolnick’s Gifted and Distractible Course for parents of twice-exceptional children!

The course helps parents understand what’s happening beneath their child’s behavior, put strategies into practice that fit their child, and advocate clearly for the support they need at school and beyond.

Registration is open through October 6. Learn more and register here: https://www.withunderstandingcomescalm.com/~access/a4c8761f/

Address

18213 Hillcrest Avenue
Olney, MD
20832

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Telephone

+13014175979

Website

https://starobincounseling.com/contact

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