Lorraine Helferich, MD, LCPC
Compassionate, collaborative counseling for meaningful change
- Evidence based strategies
- Trauma informed support
- Life transition guidance
About Lorraine Helferich
Lorraine Helferich is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland and is also board certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors (NCC), a national credential that recognizes advanced counseling standards. She has worked as a licensed professional since 2014 and has been active in the mental health field for 13 years, supporting individuals through crisis, ongoing mental health concerns, and difficult life transitions.
Her experience includes working with a broad range of challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, adjustment and life transition concerns, relationship difficulties, parenting stress, and the impacts of trauma and abuse. Lorraine’s style is compassionate and engaging, with an emphasis on creating a respectful space where clients can speak openly and feel supported as they explore what is getting in the way of the life they want.
She takes a collaborative approach, helping clients build insight and develop practical strategies for managing distress and strengthening coping skills. Her work integrates humanistic and existential perspectives with evidence-based methods, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, and psychotherapy approaches. Lorraine believes therapy works best when it is tailored to the individual, and she partners with each client to shape goals and a plan that fits their needs and experiences.
Reaching out for support can take courage, and Lorraine offers steady guidance to help clients move toward meaningful change and personal therapy goals.
Her experience includes working with a broad range of challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, adjustment and life transition concerns, relationship difficulties, parenting stress, and the impacts of trauma and abuse. Lorraine’s style is compassionate and engaging, with an emphasis on creating a respectful space where clients can speak openly and feel supported as they explore what is getting in the way of the life they want.
She takes a collaborative approach, helping clients build insight and develop practical strategies for managing distress and strengthening coping skills. Her work integrates humanistic and existential perspectives with evidence-based methods, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, and psychotherapy approaches. Lorraine believes therapy works best when it is tailored to the individual, and she partners with each client to shape goals and a plan that fits their needs and experiences.
Reaching out for support can take courage, and Lorraine offers steady guidance to help clients move toward meaningful change and personal therapy goals.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lorraine Helferich have?
Lorraine Helferich has 6 years of experience.
Is Lorraine Helferich a licensed therapist?
Yes. Lorraine Helferich holds the credentials MD and LCPC and is licensed as an MD LCPC (license number LC9159).
In which languages does Lorraine Helferich provide therapy?
Lorraine Helferich provides therapy in English.
Where is Lorraine Helferich located?
Lorraine Helferich is located in Maryland.
How can I work with Lorraine Helferich as my therapist?
You can work with Lorraine Helferich through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Lorraine Helferich work with international clients?
No. Lorraine Helferich does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lorraine Helferich cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapy Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Lorraine Helferich draws from evidence-based and client-centered methods that can work well in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of responding to stressors, which can be especially useful for anxiety, low mood, and day-to-day coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, offering structured tools for navigating intense feelings and relationship challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationships shape patterns of connection, helping clients better understand needs, boundaries, and responses to closeness or conflict.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Lorraine works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals and preferences, then tailors sessions to what feels most helpful and realistic for their lives. As needs change over time, the focus and strategies can shift as well.
Online therapy adds flexibility without losing the consistency of support. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone sessions, and clients can also use live chat or text-based messaging for ongoing reflection and skill practice between appointments. This range of options can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and access care from a comfortable, familiar space.
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