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Kristen Brooks

LCSW-C, LICSW, PMH-C Building Beyond Therapy Inc.
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Perinatal Mental Health
Insurance: Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Maryland Medicaid,

Introduction

Kristen Brooks is the founder and lead clinician of Building Beyond Therapy Inc. With almost a decade of experience as a social worker, Kristen has provided social work services in many capacities, including child welfare, inpatient psychiatric services and schools. Kristen received her MSW from the University of Maryland Baltimore and is clinically licensed in Maryland and Washington, D.C. While Kristen has provided therapeutic services for many years to individuals and families, her true passion lies in helping young women and mothers realize their true importance and potential. Kristen holds a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International (PSI) and has completed specialized trainings in Postpartum Mood Disorders with an emphasis on trauma and pregnancy and infant loss. She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. Kristen is a Board Certified Supervisor with the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland, is a member of Postpartum Support International and the Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

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Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW-C #17977 (MD)
  • LICSW #LC50080968 (DC)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Groups
  • Coaching

Communities

  • BIPOC

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Kristen Brooks accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Maryland Medicaid
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fee Description $0

Locations

Building Beyond Therapy Inc.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774-4301
Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Kristen Brooks accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Kristen Brooks is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Kristen Brooks offer telehealth appointments? Kristen Brooks does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Kristen Brooks specialize in? Kristen Brooks specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma.
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