DBT-Informed Therapy Course
For High Schoolers
Immediate Availability for Therapeutic and Psychiatric Appointments. Call Today!
A psychiatric evaluation is the first step in understanding mental health concerns and creating a treatment plan that is clear, accurate, and clinically appropriate. At Collaborative Counseling Center, evaluations are completed by Board Certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrists with extensive training in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions across all age groups.
A psychiatric evaluation may involve:
This information allows the psychiatrist to identify specific conditions, determine clinical needs, and form an evidence based treatment plan.Â
Psychiatric evaluations help identify a wide range of mental health concerns, including:
A structured evaluation provides a clear foundation for treatment. It helps prevent misdiagnosis, avoids unnecessary treatment, and ensures that any recommendations are based on a detailed and accurate understanding of symptoms. The evaluation also supports continuity of care by creating a documented clinical record that can guide ongoing treatment.
Collaborative Counseling Center is based in Columbia, MD and has provided mental health services to the area for many years. The clinic was established with the goal of creating a safe and dependable space for people of all ages who are seeking structured psychiatric care. Our clinicians take part in ongoing collaboration with local providers, schools, and community organizations when appropriate and with consent. This long standing involvement in Columbia, MD has allowed the clinic to become a trusted and consistent resource for individuals and families who want reliable evaluations, treatment planning, and continued support.
If you are ready to schedule a psychiatric evaluation or want to learn more about how our team can support you, give us a call! Our staff is here to answer questions, help you get started, and guide you toward the services that fit your needs. We offer both virtual and in person appointments at our office in Columbia, MD.Â
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For High Schoolers
12 week in-person group where participants learn skills tools & to improve social competencies to help navigate the social world, develop relationships and improve performance at school and at home.
For 2nd to 5th Graders
10 week course, where students will explore social thinking by increasing their knowledge of social expectations, their awareness of their own behavior and how to modify their behaviors with Superflexible® strategies.
For 3rd to 5th Graders
10 week course, where participants learn skills tools & to improve social competencies to help navigate the social world, develop relationships and improve performance at school and at home.
What is Social Thinking ®?Â
Developing Social Competencies for children in grades 3-5th.
The Social Thinking ® Methodology offers evidence-based strategies that help individual competencies, flexible thinking, and social problem-solving skills. Learners can strengthen conversation skills, social connection, executive functioning, perspective taking, self-regulation, and relationship development while gaining a shared Social Thinking ® Vocabulary that supports success across settings. Across neurotypes, all students benefit from tools that help them think socially as they navigate both academic and social worlds.Â
For 2nd to 5th Graders
10 week course, where students will explore social thinking by increasing their knowledge of social expectations, their awareness of their own behavior and how to modify their behaviors with Superflexible® strategies.
For Young Adults
Social and emotional support group that focuses on independence, job readiness, social connections and mental health wellness.
For Middle Schoolers
Learn the social thinking skills to positively interact with same age peers. This group uses a combination of the Social Thinking® curriculum and expressive therapies to to support clients through social interactions and offers opportunities to practice social skills in a safe space.
For High Schoolers
Supportive group for high schoolers to improve overall mental health while connecting with peers.
For Middle Schoolers
Learn the social thinking skills to positively interact with same age peers. This group uses a combination of the Social Thinking® curriculum and expressive therapies to to support clients through social interactions and offers opportunities to practice social skills in a safe space.
For Middle Schoolers
Supportive group for middle schoolers to improve overall mental health while connecting with peers. Focuses on mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness.
For 2nd to 5th Graders
Animal assisted play therapy group focusing on creative healing. Group members will work together to improve self-esteem, social skills and emotional intelligence.
For Ages
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