Joy McCrady

I work with helpers — parents, caregivers, professionals, faith leaders, first responders, service members, and the people everyone else relies on. The ones who show up, give, keep going, and quietly wonder, "But what about me?" You might be here because: you're exhausted from anxiety and burnout but "self-care" isn't fixing it; you're grieving a loss (recent or long ago) that others don't seem to understand; you've experienced spiritual or religious trauma and are trying to make sense of what happened; or you're a high-functioning person who looks fine on the outside but is barely holding on inside. I work with adults across Maryland, from Annapolis and the Severna Park area to Montgomery County and beyond, specializing in three core areas: anxiety and burnout, grief and traumatic loss, and spiritual or religious trauma. We can collaborate to help you identify what's really driving your anxiety, burnout, or pain; process grief and trauma at your own pace; set boundaries that actually stick, without guilt or apology; heal from spiritual harm and reclaim your voice, worth, and right to choose what you believe; and build a life where rest isn't something you earn. My approach is honest, direct, and collaborative where we can build a path toward the changes that actually last. Therapy asks for honesty, patience, compassion, and effort. These are the ingredients that lead to lasting change. You've already made a brave move by looking for support. Ready to start investing in you? Let’s chat to see if we are a good fit. Schedule a 15 minute consultation call at https://www.mccradycounseling.com/contact