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Jennifer Brooks, MD, LCSW-C

Experienced Maryland therapist specializing in grief and transitions
  • Grief and loss
  • Caregiver support
  • Depression and self-esteem

About Jennifer Brooks

Jennifer Brooks is a Maryland-licensed therapist with more than 20 years of professional experience supporting people through grief, loss, and major life transitions. Holding an MD - Doctor of Medicine - and an LCSW-C, which indicates licensure as a clinical social worker, she brings a blend of clinical training and practical therapeutic skills to work with individuals facing loss of independence, caregiver stress, low motivation, challenges with self-esteem and confidence, depression, and adjustment to life changes. Jennifer creates an open therapeutic environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly and, when appropriate, with a touch of humor to ease difficult conversations.

She focuses on empowering clients to take courageous steps toward greater well-being, helping them explore their emotions, build coping strategies, and find ways to move forward. Jennifer emphasizes collaboration and respect, offering steady support as people work to restore balance and purpose after loss or during periods of change. Her approach centers on meeting each person where they are and fostering the resilience needed to pursue a more fulfilling life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesControl issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersSelf-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jennifer Brooks have?

Jennifer Brooks has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Jennifer Brooks a licensed therapist?

Yes. Jennifer Brooks holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C. MD indicates Doctor of Medicine and LCSW-C indicates a license as a clinical social worker. License details: MD LCSW-C 22070.

In which languages does Jennifer Brooks provide therapy?

Jennifer Brooks provides therapy in English.

Where is Jennifer Brooks located?

Jennifer Brooks is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Jennifer Brooks as my therapist?

You can work with Jennifer Brooks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jennifer Brooks work with international clients?

Jennifer Brooks does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jennifer Brooks 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Jennifer Brooks often draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where a person’s own goals and values guide the work; this approach helps with grief, low self-esteem, and life transitions by prioritizing understanding and empathy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for managing depression, motivation struggles, and coping with change. Psychodynamic therapy can also be part of the process, exploring patterns from past relationships and life experiences that influence current feelings and behavior.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jennifer and other licensed professionals work with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and may combine elements from different approaches as therapy progresses.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access support from home or another convenient location. These formats offer flexibility in timing and communication style while allowing therapists to provide ongoing care and tools that support recovery and adaptation.

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