Individual Therapy for Teachers at Medfield Heights Elementary

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The Demands of Teaching at a Baltimore City Elementary School

Teaching at Medfield Heights Elementary is more than a job. It’s a commitment to your students, your school, and your community. You juggle lesson plans, behavior management, parent expectations, and endless administrative tasks, all while trying to create a warm and supportive learning environment. You care deeply about your students and want the best for them, but that level of dedication comes at a cost.

The emotional load is heavy. The pressure to meet academic standards while supporting students’ unique needs can feel overwhelming. You may find yourself constantly running out of energy, pushing through exhaustion, or feeling like there’s never enough time to catch your breath.

When was the last time you prioritized yourself?

You Help Others All Day Long. Being Open to Receiving Help is Just as Important!

At LifeSpring Counseling Services, we know how much you give to your students every day. We also know that teaching can be emotionally and mentally exhausting, leaving little time for your own well-being. That’s why we offer therapy just minutes from Medfield Heights Elementary…so you can get the support you need without adding another long trip to your already packed schedule.

Therapy is your space to step back, process the daily stress, and develop strategies to protect your time and energy. When you have the right support, you can find balance again.

We Make Scheduling Easy!

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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 with Teachers’ Unique Needs and Experiences in Mind

At LifeSpring, we work with A LOT of teachers, so we understand the challenges they’re often facing. With therapy, you can:

  • Learn how to manage work stress without taking it home every night

  • Set realistic boundaries that protect your time and well-being

  • Develop strategies to prevent burnout before it takes over

  • Reconnect with the joy of teaching

  • Navigate difficult workplace dynamics with more confidence

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Why Teachers Put Off Therapy (And Why YOU Shouldn’t)

Even when teachers recognize they need support, they sometimes put it on hold until there’s an urgent reason to do so. Do any of these sound familiar?

  • "I can’t fit therapy into my schedule." Our office is just minutes away, and we offer afternoon and evening appointments so you don’t have to leave work early. We also offer online and in-person sessions.

  • "Therapy is too expensive." We accept most major health plans to make therapy more accessible. Our billing team will even verify your benefits for you.

  • "Everyone feels this way—it’s just part of the job." Just because stress, exhaustion, and overwhelm are common doesn’t mean you should accept this as your reality. You deserve to feel better.

  • "Finding a therapist is too complicated." We make it simple. No long waitlists, no complicated process. We have a team of therapists to choose from, and scheduling is easy.

  • "I should be able to handle this on my own." You already handle so much. Therapy is the one place where you don’t have to do it alone.

When You Take Care of Yourself, Everyone Benefits

You spend all day making sure your students feel safe, supported, and encouraged. Imagine if you gave yourself that same level of care. When you take time for your mental health, you show up for your students, your loved ones, and yourself in a way that feels sustainable.

You deserve to feel less stressed. To have energy at the end of the day. To enjoy your personal life without work creeping in.

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Complete your intake paperwork. 

  3. 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.