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Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
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Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Let's Connect (301) 284-3182
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I specialize in helping individuals who are facing complex situations to build resilience. I empower them to pursue their life goals, and to navigate adverse life events such as the death of a loved one, or having lost a job, a home or a relationship. You can change the course of your life and I am here to support you. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I am providing telehealth services to clients. I am here to support you and your family during this difficult time.
I focus on providing evidence-based interventions for adults, children, adolescents, families, students, and individuals experiencing crises of faith, depression, anxiety. I encourage individuals to utilize their personal belief systems to address the challenges that they are facing. I address the unique needs of the African-American community.
I understand your struggle, and I know how to help you to be successful in overcoming whatever you are facing. I am a seminary trained Minister in addition to being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 30 years of Pastoral Care and Counseling experience. I provide counseling based upon spiritual principles for those who are seeking it.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw now - (301) 284-3182

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vita Abbodante, LLC.

Greenbelt, MD 20770

(301) 284-3182

Greenbelt, MD 20770

I am providing virtual therapy sessions using the platform of your choice during the current COVID-19 pandemic to make therapy accessible.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Grief 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I look forward to speaking with you!
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Let's Connect (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vita Abbodante, LLC.

Greenbelt, MD 20770

(301) 284-3182

Greenbelt, MD 20770

I am providing virtual therapy sessions using the platform of your choice during the current COVID-19 pandemic to make therapy accessible.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Grief 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I look forward to speaking with you!
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem | Elevance
  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • Blue Care Network
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • TRICARE
  • Out of Network
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I offer a subscription service for uninsured clients; welcome private pay clients; and, offer sliding scale payments.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
"
I offer a subscription service for uninsured clients; welcome private pay clients; and, offer sliding scale payments.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
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Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 24441 Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
  • In Practice for 23 Years
  • Certificate from Maryland Board of Social Work Eaminers 24441 / 2018
  • Attended Howard University, MSW, Graduated 2001
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My credentials have been verified on the CAQH website.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
"
My credentials have been verified on the CAQH website.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
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Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Coping with COVID-19
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Forgiveness Therapy
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Psychosis
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Our therapy sessions are safe spaces in which to focus on identifying and utilizing the client's strengths to formulate a manageable plan to address the mental, medical, social, financial and/or spiritual challenges that brought them to therapy. Our goal is to achieve positive measurable outcomes that combine best practice interventions and, where applicable, the client's own spiritual beliefs.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
"
Our therapy sessions are safe spaces in which to focus on identifying and utilizing the client's strengths to formulate a manageable plan to address the mental, medical, social, financial and/or spiritual challenges that brought them to therapy. Our goal is to achieve positive measurable outcomes that combine best practice interventions and, where applicable, the client's own spiritual beliefs.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
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Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

2 Endorsements

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Blind Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Blind Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Family / Marital
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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After your initial interview, my goal is utilize the treatment type that is best suited to addressing your specific presenting challenge. That may include CBT, Mindfulness, Person Centered, Christian Counseling or Trauma Informed Care. My goal is to create a safe space where we focus on building on your particular strengths.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
"
After your initial interview, my goal is utilize the treatment type that is best suited to addressing your specific presenting challenge. That may include CBT, Mindfulness, Person Centered, Christian Counseling or Trauma Informed Care. My goal is to create a safe space where we focus on building on your particular strengths.
or call with questions - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C

Location

Primary Location

Vita Abbodante, LLC.

Greenbelt, MD 20770

(301) 284-3182

Additional Location

Greenbelt, MD 20770

(301) 284-3182
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I am providing virtual therapy sessions using the platform of your choice during the current COVID-19 pandemic to make therapy accessible.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
"
I am providing virtual therapy sessions using the platform of your choice during the current COVID-19 pandemic to make therapy accessible.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (301) 284-3182
Photo of Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw, MSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Dorthea Lynn Crenshaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C