All of our clinicians are experienced licensed mental health professionals. We believe in ethical and compassionate care that meets the needs of the whole person. Our community of clinicians and clients are diverse in race, ethnicity, religion, culture, age, sexual identity and gender identity. CCS’s mission is to destigmatize mental health and provide a safe space for all.
As a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I have extensive experience caring for clients with a diverse range of mental health challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration, ensuring that each individual feels heard and supported throughout their journey. I believe in working together with my clients to develop personalized care plans aimed at helping them achieve their optimal mental health and well-being. My commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their concerns and work toward meaningful change in their lives.
I’m the Owner and Founder of Choice Clinical Services (CCS) and a practicing therapist on staff. My hope is that CCS provides honest connections and ethical care to all folks seeking support. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Maryland in 2009. I’m a licensed social worker in Maryland and Michigan and a board certified supervisor in Maryland.
I’m not one to use fancy, professional jargon or to pretend to be an expert on you or your experience. Life is hard and being a human can be messy. I see therapy as a place to process, vent, explore, gain some understanding and insight and feel supported. I’m ok with being told I’m wrong about something, but I will also challenge you if it feels appropriate.
I’m passionate about LGBTQIA+ affirming care and Neurodivergent affirming care. I’m pro feedom over one’s self, in all the ways one chooses to assert their freedom. While I’m open to meeting and working with anyone who feels I’m a good fit for them, I’m most passionate about working with college aged folks & women.
I’m licensed in Maryland and Michigan and am available for telehealth/virtual services only.
My name is Andjie Cherichel, I am independently licensed in the State of Maryland as an LCSW-C. I bring over 8 years of Clinical experience to Choice Clinical Services with experience in helping clients navigate different systems, relationship issues, family conflicts, as well as trauma and abuse. I also enjoy my work with clients on the life-skills of motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I strive to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings are shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Knekiya Harper’s clientele consists of adults, particularly young adults. Knekiya assists clients struggling with anxious and depressive symptoms. In addition, Knekiya serves clients with a trauma background. Specifically, Knekiya has worked extensively with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Moreover, Knekiya assists clients navigating interpersonal issues with family members, friends, and romantic partners. Knekiya strives to help clients navigate their attachment wounds and loneliness.
Knekiya offers individual therapy. Furthermore, Knekiya’s therapeutic approach incorporates Eclectic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and a Strengths-Based Approach. Knekiya is also trained in Comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Knekiya provides trauma informed care and emphasizes cultural competence within her practice. Knekiya believes in fostering a strong therapeutic alliance for her clients to feel seen and heard.
It is okay to not be okay. Everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation or gender identity; struggles with their emotional health at least once in their life. You are not alone! The first step in managing your symptoms is to discuss what you are struggling with.
Anthony earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Southern Maine. Additionally, he has earned a Master’s degree in Gender Studies from Rutgers University. He is currently licensed in the state of Maryland as an LGPC.
Anthony’s approach is person-centered and rooted in kindness, empathy, and a touch of humor. By combining curiosity, active listening, and evidence-based techniques, Anthony strives to create a safe and inviting space for clients to feel heard, valued, and understood. Anthony is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and uses IFS-informed models of therapy in order to help clients develop coping strategies and foster positive change.
Anthony is particularly passionate about social justice and meeting the needs of underserved populations. Anthony’s focus has been working with adults and couples. He has experience working with LGBTQIA+ affirming care, relationship concerns, men’s issues, neurodiversity affirming care, depression and anxiety, anger management, divorce, and stress/life transitions.
Nora is licensed in the state of Maryland as an LCSW-C and is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Social Work. She has provided services to a diverse range of clients throughout her career in both individual and group therapy and has specialized training working with clients struggling with substance use and abuse. Her approach to treatment is informed by motivational interviewing and person-centered care and focuses on establishing a strong therapeutic relationship. Nora aims to work collaboratively with her clients to promote empowerment, well-being, and positive change by establishing a judgment-free environment of comfort and trust.
Lyndsey is an LCPC, born, raised, and licensed in Maryland with a passion for fighting stigma against mental health, particularly among marginalized populations. She received both her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University in Queens, NY.
Lyndsey has experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and exploration of identity. Using an intersectional and client-centered approach, Lyndsey incorporates techniques from CBT, CPT, narrative, emotion-focused, and acceptance and commitment therapies to help clients meet their clinical goals. Lyndsey is currently training to become certified in sex therapy as well to continue to provide holistic care and assist clients in building (or rebuilding) healthy relationships with themselves and their partner(s). Lyndsey aims to team up with clients to create a safe, empathetic, and empowering environment to promote healing and personal growth.
Adrienne is a Baltimore native with a passion for working in the mental health field and has done so since 2016. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Coppin State University in 2015 and in 2020 earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Morgan State University. She is currently licensed in the State of Maryland and enjoys working with children and families. Adrienne has experience working with adults with disabilities, children, adolescents, and families of diverse backgrounds.
Jenna has been a part of the Choice Clinical Services family since 2019. As Office Manager, Jenna speaks to each client about their therapy needs, to best match them with one of our therapists. She is involved in many of the day-to-day aspects of CCS; including scheduling, hiring, billing, and social media. Jenna takes pride in being able to bridge the gap between clients who are seeking mental health services, and the therapists who can provide the care they need.
Kristen graduated with her Master’s Degree in Social Work from The University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2010 and holds a certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from Florida Atlantic University. Kristen is licensed as a LCSW-C in the state of Maryland and Virginia.
Kristen has lived and worked in Hawaii, the District of Columbia, and Maryland during her career. She has worked with a wide variety of populations in various capacities. Populations include; active duty military, veterans, the homeless and mentally ill, those in a mental health crisis, those on the neurodivergent spectrum, those afflicted with PTSD, TBIs, and addictions. She has experience working with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families of all diverse cultural backgrounds.
Her approach tends to pull from CBT, DBT, and Buddhist psychology. Kristen is a military spouse and has two young boys. She enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, fishing, and biking.
Karin works from a strength-based perspective. She believes that each person has within themselves the power and capabilities to heal and to attain new levels of contentment and self-confidence. She sees her role as co-creating a safe space with her clients in which this growth and healing can take place.
She has experience in working with clients with ADHD/ADD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, and the impact of chronic illnesses.
She enjoys working with people in the LBTQIA+ community, including young adults who identify as transgender and non-binary. She has training in CBT, MBT, human sexuality, and trauma-informed care.
She also has training and experience in leading groups and is inspired by the power of the group process to augment individual therapy.
Karin enjoys working with adults, young adults, couples, and families with young adults. She is licensed to see clients in both DC and Maryland.
Yorkin Matos was born in the Dominican Republic who migrated to the United States at a very young age. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the Lehman College in June, 2000 in the Bronx, NY. Later, began teaching Spanish as a second language at the middle school-high level while working towards his MSED. In 2019, he earned his MSW from the Hunter College-Silberman School of Social worker, and shortly after he received his LMSW license. He also holds professional licenses in New York, Maryland and Washington DC. For the past 14 years, Yorkin has worked for different preventive agencies under the Administration of Children’s Services (ACS) at a different capacity such as; Case Worker, Case Worker Supervisor and then as a social worker supervisor. Yorkin understands the importance of a strength-based practice. He is also trained in trauma informed practice.
I am a clinical social worker with extensive therapeutic experience in various settings. These include two domestic violence shelters, inpatient hospitalization programs, outpatient case management agencies, Whitman Walker, and an outpatient behavioral care center. My passion and clinical focus is supporting women inside and outside the LGBTQ+ community with concerns around sexual health and reproductive psychology. I see clients individually and in a women’s relationship therapy group and provide clinical supervision for LMSW therapists.
Everyone deserves a safe space to explore their stories. I want to be part of that space for you. My clinical presence includes focusing on your strengths, exploring the systems in your life, and looking at your relationships. My goal is to affirm all the parts of your story. You will choose the piece of your story to focus on. Together, we will access the healing energy that you need.
Here are a few pieces of my story: I received my B.A. in Anthropology; my M.S.W. focused on clinical work; I also hold a teaching certificate, but don’t worry, I won’t ask you to do algebra. I have two college-aged kids who try their hardest to keep me current. In my free time, I like hiking, paddle-boarding, or engaging in something creative.
Dr. Trudel is a licensed Psychologist, specializing in Psychoeducational and Neuropsychological evaluations. She provides comprehensive testing and comprehensive reporting that supports a variety of populations with individualized needs.
Dr. Trudel received her undergraduate degree in psychology from George Washington University in 1984, where she was a member of Psi Chi, the national psychology honor society. She received her master’s degree in applied experimental psychology from The Catholic University of America in 1986 and her doctoral degree in school psychology from Temple University in 1994. Dr. Trudel also completed a post-graduate certificate in early childhood mental health through the Widener University Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology in 2010.
While working on her doctoral degree, Dr. Trudel worked as a research assistant to Dr. Irwin Hyman at The Center for Corporal Punishment and Alternatives in the Schools at Temple University. Dr. Trudel’s work at the Center led to her dissertation, which explored the relationship between corporal punishment at school and the subsequent development of trauma disorders in children.
Dr. Trudel’s predoctoral internship was spent at Nemours Alfred I. Dupont Hospital for Children, an internationally recognized children’s hospital, in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Trudel worked in the outpatient psychology department of the hospital performing assessments and therapy, as well as consultation with hospital staff.
Since receiving her doctoral degree in 1994, Dr. Trudel has worked in a variety of child and adolescent-focused settings including several school districts, private practices, an inpatient psychiatric hospital, and a child guidance clinic. She has served as a consulting psychologist to numerous charter schools in the city of Philadelphia and has also served as a consulting psychologist for an Early Intervention Center in Delaware. Dr. Trudel is a licensed psychologist, as well as a certified school psychologist. She is a member of the Pennsylvania Psychological Association, the Maryland School Psychologists’ and The National Register of Health Service Psychologists.
While Dr. Trudel’s area of expertise includes the evaluation of autism, ADHD, executive functioning, learning disabilities, and psychological/emotional disorders, she also enjoys working with children and adolescents in therapy. Dr. Trudel believes strongly in the power of early intervention and takes a developmental approach to work with clients as she believes that we all are constantly growing, shifting, developing, and transforming.
Darnise is a Chicago native with a passion for mental health. She received her B.S in Psychology from Howard University and her M.A. in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Darnise is licensed in the state of Maryland as an LCPC. She practices from a modality of client-centered while combining motivational interviewing, CBT, and behavioral therapy.
Darnise has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout her career, she has supported individuals and families dealing with varying diagnoses. Darnise is also skilled at helping those without a diagnosis identify the tools to help them work through difficult challenges in life. Darnise believes in a safe, open, and non-judgmental space to learn/practice coping skills and strengthen insight/awareness.
Bolanle Saba is a Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family
Nurse Practitioner in the state of Maryland and Virginia who has 2 years of experience
with adults seeking treatment with pain management in addition to depression,
anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and women’s mental health. She completed
her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Pennsylvania State University, second
Bachelors of Nursing from George Washington University and her Masters of
Nursing from George Washington University as well. Bolanle realized after treating
acute and chronic pain that most of her patients with behavioral comorbidities
needed more care and collaborative treatment, it is this that inspired her to then
receive her Post Master Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health.
Bolanle believes in offering a warm, compassionate, holistic and collaborative
approach to treatment and therapy. She utilizes her experience, knowledge, and
evidence-based practice to create a treatment plan that best meets the needs of
every unique individual. Bolanle believes that each individual knows themselves
best and in order to be a great provider one must first be a great listener.
Bolanle seeks to establish a genuine and meaningful relationship with you in order
to assist in helping you live a quality lifestyle. Bolanle believes that if you look good,
you will feel good and in return, you will do good to others. All of this starts with
your mental health and trickles down to your emotional and physical well-being.
Dr. Natalie Hart is a Board Certified Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is a tenured Assistant Professor. Dr. Hart earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at Wilmington University, a Master of Science (MSN) degree in Nursing at the University of Maryland School of Nursing, and a Bachelor of Science (BSN) in Nursing at the University of Maryland School of Nursing.
Dr. Hart’s provider services include initial comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, primary mental health care, mental health diagnostics, prescribing, psychiatric mental health treatment plans, consultation, psychotherapy, individual/group/family therapy, medication management, and holistic behavioral health treatment (anxiety disorders, mood disorders, complementary and alternative therapies, general behavioral health concerns).
Dr. Hart’s research interests include behavioral health nurse practitioner faculty practice, telepsychiatry, COVID-19 impact on mental health professionals, public health education, and healthy adolescent relationships.
Jacqueline has been working in the mental health field since 2007, after receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland. In 2010 she graduated with her Master’s degree in Social Work from The Catholic University of America and now holds an LCSW-C license in Maryland. Over the years she has served a wide range of populations and worked with a variety of mental health issues. She has experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, those in the foster care system, and families of diverse backgrounds.
Dannel has been in the field for eighteen years, eleven years post-masters. She attended Boston College and earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She earned her master’s degree in advanced generalist social work from Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts. After graduate school, Dannel was recruited to work in London for two years on gang prevention efforts. She has been a therapist in incarceration units, residential schools, and general education schools in the public and private sector. She pursues knowledge in learning differences, ADHD/ADD, adolescents, young adults, divorce, LGBTQ, school difficulties, school avoidance, anxiety, and self-harm. She has special training in bullying prevention, gang prevention, and sexual abuse prevention.
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