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BENJAMIN GERARD​

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Language: English
Virtual Location: Telehealth
In-Person Location: 702 Russell avenue, suite 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Biography

Benjamin Gerard

Benjamin Gerard is an engaging counseling professional with extensive experience providing individual, family, and group therapy to diverse populations. He is passionate about offering trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based care for individuals, couples, and families. Benjamin is dedicated to supporting clients in overcoming challenges, fostering resilience, and building pathways toward personal growth and wellness.

He is skilled in coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, delivering culturally aware care, and utilizing wraparound approaches to ensure clients’ holistic needs are met. Benjamin emphasizes accurate clinical documentation, collaborative treatment planning, and connecting clients to community resources for comprehensive support.

“Providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy while empowering clients to reach their goals is central to my practice.”

Education

  • MS in Mental Health Counseling – Pace University, Pleasantville, NY (2014 – 2018)
  • BA in Psychology – Georgian Court University, Lakewood, NJ (2012 – 2013)

EXPERIENCE

  • Therapist – House of Ruth Maryland, Baltimore, MD (Dec 2023 – Oct 2024)
  • Therapist – Sheppard Pratt, Towson, MD (Feb 2022 – Sep 2023)
  • Therapist – Bright Futures Ahead, Baltimore, MD (May 2021 – Jan 2022)
  • Substance Abuse Counselor – The Recovery Center of Maryland, Baltimore, MD (May 2020 – Feb 2021)
  • Counselor III – Gaudenzia, Inc., Crownsville, MD (Sep 2019 – May 2020)
  • Counselor – Medmark Treatment Center (Sep 2017 – Sep 2019)

Providers Specialties & Service

  • Individual & Group Counseling
  • Family & Couples Therapy
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
  • Substance Abuse Counseling (IOP & OP)
  • Case Management & Community Referrals
  • Biopsychosocial Assessments & Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention & Wraparound Services
  • Evidence-Based Modalities (CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Therapy)

Area of Expertise

  • Mental Health Counseling Across the Lifespan
  • Trauma & Substance Use Disorders
  • Cultural Awareness in Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Clinical Documentation & Case Management
  • Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
  • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) – Oct 2023 to Jan 2027 
  • National Certified Counselor (NCC) – Jan 2021 to Jan 2022

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