Individual Therapy for Teachers at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
LifeSpring Counseling Services: Supporting the Commitment of Baltimore City Teachers
Teaching at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute means stepping up to a challenge every single day. You are shaping young minds, pushing students to reach their full potential, and showing up even when the deck is stacked against you.
There’s a lot of noise out there about Baltimore City Schools from people who don’t understand the passion, the grit, and the dedication it takes to teach here. They don’t see the students for who they really are: bright, determined, and capable when given the right support, resources, and someone who believes in them. They don’t see the teachers who pour everything they have into creating a better future for those students.
At Poly, you know better. You understand that teaching here isn’t just about textbooks and tests. It’s about creating opportunities, pushing for excellence, and investing in your students’ success, no matter what challenges they face. You’re making a difference, even when it’s hard to see immediate results. But doing that work day in and day out takes a toll!
You Deserve the Space to Recharge
Life as a teacher in Baltimore City public schools can be overwhelming. The emotional weight of supporting students, navigating classroom dynamics, and constantly juggling responsibilities can drain your energy. And when you're always thinking of others, it’s easy to disregard your own needs and well-being.
At LifeSpring Counseling Services, we work with A LOT of teachers, and we’re just minutes away from Poly in the Meadow Mill building , offering therapy to teachers like you. We know how demanding your job is, and we’re here to help you find a healthy way to manage that pressure.
We Make Scheduling Easy!
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1. Call Us
Give us a call at 410-497-8451, Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm and speak with our office admin who will help you get scheduled!
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2. Schedule With One of Our Therapists
Click on the “Make an Appointment” button with the therapist of your choice here (make sure they’re accepting new clients). Follow the prompts to create your account, schedule an appointment, and complete the biography section. You got this!
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3. Send Us a Message to Get Started!
Need help deciding which therapist is the best fit for you? Send us a message to get started.
We Accept Insurance!
Therapy That Supports Your Role as a Teacher at Poly
Teaching in Baltimore City means you give more than you ever thought possible. Therapy can help you give to yourself. Here’s how it can make a difference.
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Manage stress and protect your emotional energy
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Find strategies for setting healthy boundaries with students and colleagues
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Overcome feelings of burnout by learning how to take breaks without guilt
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Strengthen your resilience in the face of tough days
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Reconnect with the joy of teaching and remember why you chose this profession
You deserve support that acknowledges the complexities of your job and the strength it takes to stay in it. Therapy is about giving yourself the space to process, reset, and be the best version of yourself for your students and for your own life.
We Know Why Teachers Delay Therapy—But It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way
Many teachers hesitate to seek therapy, even when they know they need it. Here are a few common reasons, and how we make it easy to move past them:
"I don’t have time." We’re located just minutes away in the Meadow Mill building off of I-83, and we offer evening appointments that fit your busy schedule. We also make signing up for therapy SUPER easy!
"Therapy is too expensive." Guess what? We work with many teachers who use their health insurance to cover their sessions, making therapy VERY affordable. Our billing team will even verify your benefits for you. Many of our teachers pay $20 or less for their sessions!
"The stress is just part of the job." It’s true that teaching is challenging, but that doesn’t mean you should accept burnout or emotional exhaustion as part of the deal. That’s not sustainable, and you’ve already invested soo much time and energy into your own education!
"I should be able to handle this myself." Yes, we know. Many teachers love helping, AND they have a difficult time being the ones receiving help. If we want to help others, it’s good practice to allow ourselves to be on the receiving end of help as well. Important life lessons come from that! Even therapists go to therapy!
Your Work Makes a Difference, and So Does Your Well-Being
You are making an impact every day, advocating for your students, encouraging them to reach new heights, and believing in their potential even when others don’t. Now it’s time to show yourself the same level of care.
What is Holding You Back from Starting Therapy?
Getting Started is Simple!
When you start therapy, you’ll have some decisions to make. Am I interested in online counseling, or do I want to meet with someone in person? From there, you’ll have to think about the type of therapist you think you’d work well with. At LifeSpring, we have both male and female therapists in case you have a preference.
Scheduling your first session is simple:
Click Here to book online 24/7 with the therapist of your choice or give us a call at 410-497-8451 Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm.
Complete your intake paperwork.
Attend your first session and start feeling better with professional support!
Your healing matters, and you don’t have to do this alone, we’d love to support you. Give us a call today.
Other Mental Health Services at LifeSpring
Counseling for children and teens isn’t the only counseling service offered at our office. Our Greater Baltimore mental health counseling office also offers individual counseling services for adults and college students dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, interpersonal violence, and trauma. We also offer specialized counseling services including online therapy, Brainspotting, faith-based counseling, and mindfulness-based counseling.