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THERAPY FOR NEURODIVERGENT & LGBTQIA+ FOLKS IN MARYLAND.

You deserve meaningful support from therapists who deeply understand and are committed to helping you thrive, for the long term.

MEET SARAH THOMPSON, LCPC (She / Her)

Hey! I’m Sarah.

Who I Am

I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland. I work with kids, teens, young adults, and families. My experience spans a variety of settings: inpatient child units, trauma-focused outpatient clinics, and private practice. No matter the setting, what’s always mattered most to me is creating a space where you feel valued, respected, and genuinely seen.

My Approach

I approach therapy as a partnership. I bring empathy, curiosity, a bit of humor, and clinical insight, but I’m not the expert on your life, you are. My role is to offer support, perspective, and tools as we make sense of things together. I take a neuro- and gender-affirming, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach that centers who you are, exactly as you are. I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), neurodivergent-affirming Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Play and Expressive Therapies, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), among others. My work is always tailored to the unique needs and goals of each client. I show up as a real person in the room with you, bringing my full humanness into the work. I’m here to walk alongside you as you find your way forward, at your pace, in your own way.

Who I Work With

I especially love working with neurodivergent (Autistic folks, ADHDers) and LGBTQIA+ community. As someone who’s a late-diagnosed ADHDer myself, I understand how often systems and traditional approaches can fall short. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, work-life balance, and family stress. I also bring a flexible, creative lens to this work, one that celebrates difference, centers authenticity, and helps you build a more solid, compassionate relationship with yourself and others.

Therapy as a Process

I don’t see therapy as a way to “fix” you, because you’re not broken. It is a process of getting curious together, making sense of what’s felt confusing or heavy, and finding new ways to connect to yourself with more clarity and compassion. That process might involve talking, but not only that. Depending on what feels right for you, we might bring in art, play, music, parts work, or walk-and-talk therapy. There is no one-size-fits-all here, just a shared space to show up, explore, and grow in the ways that feel most true and helpful to you.

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Let’s Connect!

I’d be happy to support you, your child, or your family in moving toward growth, healing, and peace. If you’re ready to see what that could look like, I’m here to support you.

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sarah@foundcounseling.com

301-660-5659

MEET RYAN O’LEARY, LGPC (He / Him)

Hey, I’m Ryan.

Who I Am

I’m Ryan O’Leary, an LGPC (Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor) based in Maryland. My experience spans inpatient psychiatric units and outpatient private practice. I pride myself on my ability to connect with my clients, exploring and celebrating their interests, passions, and unique identities.

My Approach

Therapy with me is a collaboration. Connecting with my clients is my top priority, ensuring they feel safe and comfortable. I’m here to support, challenge, and help you explore new ways to grow. My approach is neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and person-centered. I pull from Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I provide a tailored approach to each of my unique clients, working towards their goals.

Who I Work With

I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals, children, teens, young adults, couples, and families. I offer all families I work with the opportunity for caregiver support sessions and family meetings when applicable. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships, school, work, or family stress, I am here to help you through it!

Therapy, But Make It You

I believe therapy is more than just talking, it’s about being. I bring art, music, sports, gaming, and other creative outlets into sessions, meeting you where you are and incorporating your passions and interests. I want to highlight the passions and skills you already have and use them to connect, process and express. There’s no one size fits all approach to therapy. Each person is unique and multifaceted. In my office, you’re invited to show up as your full, authentic self: unfiltered, unapologetic, and free from judgment.

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Let’s Connect!

I’d be happy to support you, your child, or your family in moving toward growth, healing, and peace. If you’re ready to see what that could look like, I’m here to support you.

Call or Email for a Free 15-Minute Consultation

ryan@foundcounseling.com

301-660-2456

How We Can Help You

ADHD (including EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING)

Let’s reshape the way we view ADHD and executive functioning challenges. First and foremost, ADHD isn’t a flaw, it’s a different way of thinking and experiencing the world. With affirming support, strategies, and self-understanding, you can harness your strengths and we can work together to create systems that work for you. Not against you. Let’s learn about your specific neurodivergent profile and unique needs. As a team.
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AUTISM | (including PDA)

Autism is a natural and valid way of experiencing the world. You deserve to be seen, heard, and celebrated for exactly who you are. PDA (Persistent Drive for Autonomy) is a profile of autism characterized by a strong desire and need for autonomy and difficulty complying with perceived demands. Understanding and honoring your unique needs with flexibility, collaboration, and self-compassion allows you to thrive. Let’s work towards thriving together.
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LGBTQIA+ SUPPORT

Whether you’re exploring gender, sexuality, or seeking a space free from judgment, gender-affirming support can make all the difference. Our work can help navigate coming out, relationships, self-acceptance, and the unique experiences of being queer, trans, or non-binary in today’s world. We center our clients voices to ensure your voice is heard and valued throughout the therapy process. You lead the way and we follow. At the end of the day, our clients know themselves best and we honor that here.
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PHOBIAS, SOCIAL and EXPERIENTIAL AVOIDANCE

As many of us experience, stress and anxiety can lead to avoidance, making it harder to stay connected to the world around you. If you're missing out on things that matter because of emotional overwhelm or sensory overload, we get it. We use neuro-affirming and client-led practices that focus most importantly on your goals, not the expectations of a neurotypical society. Whether it's walk-and-talk therapy, support in specific settings, or immersive virtual reality sessions, we're here to help you explore and process emotions as they arise, in ways that feel best for you.
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CAREGIVER and CO-PARENT SUPPORT

We offer all families the option of parent, caregiver, or co-parent support sessions. We believe in a collaborative, team-based approach to strengthen family relationships and support systems. Clients may participate in family therapy sessions or virtual caregiver check-ins focused on parenting strategies, communication skills, and emotional support. These sessions also provide a space for caregivers to process their own experiences and explore ways to care for themselves, their children, and their partnerships. We can work towards building a realistic and dedicated system that works with your family.
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HIGHLY SENSITIVE HUMANS (HSPs)

We work with highly sensitive people, those who feel deeply, empathically, and passionately. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” we want you to know that your sensitivity and softness isn’t something to be ashamed of. We offer a calm, compassionate space where your nervous system can settle and your experience is fully seen and understood. Being a highly sensitive person can feel like both a gift and a challenge. We’re here to help you make sense of your emotions, protect your energy, and feel more at home in yourself.
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This blog is about how your mental health is deeply connected to the world around you. It explores how systems, relationships, and social inequities shape our emotions, and why distress is often a reasonable response to an unfair world. We share how therapy can honor your identity, lived experience, and humanity without asking you to leave parts of yourself at the door.