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Greater Baltimore Therapist
Meet with Alaina online or in-person at our Baltimore City office!
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Meet with Alaina online or in-person at our Baltimore City office! 〰️
Alaina Gay, LMSW
Accepting new clients online or in-person— Schedule today!
Hello! My name is Alaina Gay (She/Her), and I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of Maryland. I hold a Master's degree in Criminal Justice Leadership and a Master of Social Work. I offer individual therapy to young adults and adults ages 18 and up who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, family trauma, communication struggles, and other challenges that can make it difficult to navigate daily life. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, including the LGBTQIA+ community.
I care deeply about supporting people to find joy and balance again. My goal is to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel safe sharing your struggles and experiences. I use evidence-based methods that are client-centered from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy framework.
My approach focuses on meeting you exactly where you are. I know that everyone’s journey is different, and it is important to respect your story.
I hope that by offering a supportive and honest space, you will feel comfortable exploring anything that may be holding you back. Together, we will build a strong, trusting relationship and work as a team to help you reach your goals and create the life you want.
Through years of serving the community, I have learned that trust is one of the most important parts of a successful relationship. When we begin our journey together, I will do all that I can to ensure you feel heard, seen, and supported.
I am truly excited to work alongside you and support you in building and sustaining a life of fulfillment, purpose, and genuine happiness. I am available to meet with individuals across the state of Maryland. I can provide sessions either in person at our office in Baltimore City or online through our secure and private platform.
“You are growing into consciousness, and my wish for you is that you feel no need to constrict yourself to make other people comfortable.”
— Ta-Nehisi Coates
Alaina’s Work
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• Anxiety & Stress
• Depression
• Family Trauma
• Communication Skills
• LGBTQIA+ Affirming
• First Responders -
Tuesdays (virtual)
9:00 AM - 7:00 PMWednesdays (In-person)
9:00AM - 4:00PM -
Alaina is in-network with United/Optum, Aetna, and CareFirst/BCBS health plans.
Cash, HSA Cards, and major credit cards are all accepted forms of payment.
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Intake (90791)
$150Individual Session (53-60 minutes)
$150
Outside of the office…
I sing karaoke regularly, and love to spend time with my friends. As a Philadelphia native, I love football, and of course, the Philadelphia Eagles are my favorite football team.
Educational Background
Alaina spent over 22 years working in law enforcement. She got her start with the Baltimore City Police Department and later moved on to the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office, where she stayed for 16 years. Along the way, she served on the Honor Guard, a hostage negotiator, and was a member of the peer support team.
As a liaison Instructor at the Police Academy, she enjoyed mentoring new officers and showing them what it meant to serve with integrity. She also held certifications in EVOC, defensive tactics, mental health first aid, active shooter response, and Taser instruction.
Get in Touch.
Whether you are interested in having a brief consultation or scheduling an appointment, please be in touch.
Contact us to schedule today!
New Appointment Number: 443-726-1318
Admin/Billing Number for Existing Clients: 410-497-8451
Intake email: hello@lifespringcounseling.net
Contact Alaina
(410) 870-7363
alaina@lifespringcounseling.net
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“Who benefits from your shrinking? Who can be trusted as you expand? We need one another to see our faces clearly. Find safe company for the journey.”
— Cole Arthur Riley