Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Counseling and Mental Health Services
Catoctin Counseling has been dedicated to providing practical mental health services across central Maryland for over 25 years. Founded in Thurmont, we have expanded to serve clients in Frederick, Hagerstown, and Emmitsburg through both in-person and virtual sessions. Our therapeutic approach combines gentle guidance with direct strategies to help clients navigate life's challenges, fostering healing and personal growth. With a team of experienced professionals, we specialize in addressing a wide range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and compulsive behaviors. Our providers integrate their own personal growth experiences into their therapeutic styles, ensuring a compassionate and client-centered experience.We prioritize accessibility by offering flexible session formats and maintaining a judgment-free environment. Our medication management services, led by a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, complement our counseling offerings to provide holistic care. Committed to community needs, we serve individuals, couples, and families with tailored strategies for managing stressors and improving mental well-being. Our administrative team ensures seamless scheduling and support during office hours, with after-hours message capabilities for convenience. As a locally established practice, we combine decades of collective experience with a focus on practical solutions to help clients achieve lasting positive change.
Services
Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy
Medication Management
Trauma Recovery
Addiction Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Anger Management
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
Telehealth Sessions
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience providing mental health services in central Maryland.
- Our providers integrate personal growth experiences into therapeutic approaches.
- We offer both in-person and virtual counseling sessions for flexibility.
- Specialized services address trauma, addiction, anxiety, and relationship issues.
- Judgment-free environment with a focus on practical, client-centered care.
Services
Couples Therapy
Specialized therapy addressing communication issues, infidelity, and conflict resolution for couples. Our licensed counselors help partners develop healthier relationship patterns through evidence-based techniques. Services available in-person and virtually for clients in central Maryland.
Medication Management
Personalized medication oversight provided by a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. Combines comprehensive assessments with psychotherapeutic interventions to treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions. Available in-person or via telehealth in Frederick, MD.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized counseling for trauma survivors using evidence-based approaches. Addresses PTSD symptoms and helps clients develop coping strategies for emotional regulation. Therapists have specific training in trauma-informed care across all office locations.
Addiction Counseling
Comprehensive treatment for substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. Services include individual and group therapy for alcohol, drug, and process addictions like gambling or internet dependency. Available in-person and virtually across service areas.
Anxiety Treatment
Targeted interventions for anxiety disorders including panic attacks and generalized anxiety. Therapists use cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients develop effective coping mechanisms. Services offered at all Maryland locations with virtual options available.
People
Larry Stouter
Director
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 25+ years experience specializing in couples therapy and sexual compulsivity treatment. Provides services in Frederick and Emmitsburg using both in-person and virtual formats.
Francine Basciano
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 23 years of nursing experience. Specializes in medication management for ADHD, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions. Offers in-person and virtual consultations in Frederick, MD.
Maureen Stouter
Licensed Counselor
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 17 years of experience treating anxiety, trauma recovery, and sexual addiction. Provides services in Frederick, Emmitsburg, and Hagerstown through in-person sessions.
Jeninne Hale
Addictions Counselor
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 33 years of experience in addictions treatment and faith-based counseling. Specializes in DUI/substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Offers both in-person and virtual sessions in Frederick.
Terri Gable
Faith-Based Counselor
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 23 years of experience integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques with faith-based approaches. Specializes in treating addictions, anxiety, and spiritual difficulties in Hagerstown and virtual formats.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship issues, along with medication management services for psychiatric conditions.
Do you offer virtual counseling sessions?
Yes, we offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions available across all our service areas in Maryland.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call our Frederick office at 301.631.1304 Ext. 201 during business hours (Monday-Friday 9am-3pm) to schedule an appointment.
Do you accept insurance?
We participate in many insurance programs and can provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Contact our office for specific details.
What locations do you serve?
We have offices in Frederick, Hagerstown, and Emmitsburg, Maryland, serving clients throughout central Maryland.
Is medication management available?
Yes, our certified psychiatric nurse practitioner provides medication management services for various mental health conditions in Frederick.
Reviews (1)
Brent Baker
May 12, 2020
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Critical:Communication
Dont waste your time. Tried calling 3 days in a row at 3 different times a day and I could not get an answer.
Dont waste your time. Tried calling 3 days in a row at 3 different times a day and I could not get an answer.
