- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and grief
- Self-esteem work
About Mercides
Mercides Palmer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with three years of practice. She works with adults who are dealing with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and ADHD-related challenges.
Her work emphasizes clear listening and straightforward conversation. She aims to build a setting where clients can say what they think and feel without judgment. Mercides recognizes that starting therapy can feel hard and acknowledges that first step.
In sessions she uses methods drawn from attachment-based approaches and client-centered therapy. That means she pays attention to how relationships and past bonds shape feelings today, while focusing on the client's perspective and goals. She also draws on cognitive behavioral methods and dialectical behavior strategies to address unhelpful thinking and to teach coping skills.
She helps people name their priorities when life shifts leave them unsure what matters next. That includes work or workplace stress, questions about purpose, and issues common to young adults finding their footing. Conversations tend to be practical and aimed at clearer next steps rather than abstract theory.
Mercides works in English and practices in Maryland as an LCPC. People who want to begin are asked to use the site's matching process to schedule a first session and confirm which session formats are currently offered.
Approaches used in remote sessions and how they help
Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships shape current reactions. It helps when relationship patterns or attachment issues make trust and connection difficult. Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's experience and goals. That approach supports people who need a space to talk things through and decide what matters next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT can help when negative thinking or mood problems get in the way of daily life.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying a few strategies and adjusting over time based on what is helpful.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make it simpler to continue therapy after a move or schedule change. Licensed professionals tailor the session style and pace to what fits the client's life and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, and ADHD-related struggles, plus related issues like mood and workplace stress.
How would she approach someone feeling stuck?
She combines attachment-based and client-centered ideas with practical CBT and DBT skills to help clarify patterns and try different coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional counseling experience as an LCPC in Maryland.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds an LCPC credential in Maryland and practices there.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients; sessions are conducted in English for people located within the supported region.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site's process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.