
Therapists in La Plata, MD
Meet our Dedicated & Caring Counseling Team

Dr. Courtney Conley
Ed.D., LCPC-S, NCC
Dr. Conley is a counselor educator, supervisor, and experienced clinician who supports teens and adults through anxiety, depression, grief, and life changes. She offers a warm, client-centered approach grounded in CBT, DBT-informed strategies, and mindfulness.

Rachel Day
LGPC, LSC, NCC
Rachel is a licensed graduate professional counselor and experienced school counselor who supports teens, families, and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She blends CBT, mindfulness, and play therapy approaches to help clients feel grounded, understood, and empowered.

Tarik Kader
Counselor-in-Training
Tarik is a compassionate clinician with advanced academic training in psychology and counseling, supporting children, teens, and adults with anxiety, OCD, identity development, and emotional regulation. His integrative, person-centered style blends CBT, mindfulness, and play therapy to help clients build confidence, insight, and resilience.

Ashley Gutshall
Counselor-in-Training
Ashley provides compassionate support for children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and life transitions. She incorporates CBT, mindfulness, and play and art-based therapy to help clients build coping skills and confidence.

Emily Pethel
Counselor-in-Training
Emily is a warm, skilled clinician with advanced training in Child-Centered Play Therapy and a deep passion for helping children, adults, and first responders navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. Drawing from trauma-informed practices and a rich background in military leadership and teaching, she creates a supportive and grounded therapeutic space for clients of all ages.

Tasha Meyer
Counselor-in-Training
Tasha brings a calm, supportive presence to her work with adults and teens, helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, and self-esteem concerns. Her approach integrates CBT, IFS-informed methods, solution-focused techniques, and trauma-sensitive care.

Aneesa Ali
Client Care Coordinator
Aneesa is the friendly and highly organized Client Care Coordinator at Expanding Horizons Counseling and Wellness. She ensures that every client and family feels supported from their very first contact, helping create a welcoming and seamless experience as they begin their mental health journey.

"People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care."
— THEODORE ROOSEVELT
