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Author: John O’Brien

John O’Brien has experience in a variety of mental health circumstances. Before joining the Meier Clinic in Maryland, he has worked in an inpatient behavioral health unit, a community mental health clinic, elder care case management, a shelter for homeless men, a day program for adults with special needs, and nursing homes. Since graduating from the University of Maryland School of Social Work in 2002, his work has been informed by training in Accelerated Expressive Psychodynamic Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Spiritual Direction, and specialized courses in suicidality, psychosis, and autism.

Psychology and Spirituality: Are God’s Commands Written On Our Hearts?

January 28, 2020
By John O'Brien

As a Christian therapist, I often ask myself what is distinctive about Christian counseling.  This is especially on my mind with the ever-increasing discoveries in brain science which describe the […]

Who’s In The Driver’s Seat?: A Fresh Look At Schizophrenia

January 30, 2019
By John O'Brien

Those with friends or relatives who suffer from schizophrenia freely talk about the angers, odd behaviors, social isolation, and occasional out-of-control moments that last for days or months or even […]

Two Eyes and Two Ears to Understand and Prevent Suicide

December 21, 2018
By John O'Brien

Among the many reasons people commit suicide, three stand out.  First is a lack of personal connections, a lack of friends or people in one’s life.  For a person who’s […]

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Our staff and counselors share a nondenominational, Christian perspective on health care. We integrate biblically-based, Christian beliefs with psychological principles to treat the whole person—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Our total commitment to Christian counseling as well as sound clinical training distinguishes our approach.