The Center for Empowerment and Resilience LLC

The Center for Empowerment and Resilience LLC EMDR Certified Therapy Services in Frederick, MD

A lot of teens are doing everything “right” on the outside but still feel disconnected on the inside. This group is for ...
11/19/2025

A lot of teens are doing everything “right” on the outside but still feel disconnected on the inside. This group is for the one who feels like they are in between. We will help them learn how to handle emotions, how to build confidence and how to navigate friendships. Scan the QR code to register!

11/14/2025

Is your teen withdrawn, glued to video games, struggling with impulse control, and having trouble connecting with peers, sports teams, or clubs?

We’re excited to offer a new teen counseling group; offering a safe and supportive space for teens to build coping skills, connect with others, and find their footing.

Led by our counselor, Chris Burgenson, the group focuses on managing stress, navigating emotions and fostering confidence.

Details on the flyer below. Feel free to share with families who might benefit.

Growth won’t always be loud, sometimes it looks like quietly handling something that would have previously knocked you d...
11/14/2025

Growth won’t always be loud, sometimes it looks like quietly handling something that would have previously knocked you down. You might be faced with the same situations, the same stressors, the same narratives; but this time, you take a pause before reacting.

Stepping over what once tripped you up is evidence of all the work you put in that no one saw. The hard conversations, the boundaries, the days you tried again; all these are making a difference.

Give yourself credit. You are getting stronger. Remember who you are becoming.

Have you heard about our upcoming group for teens? If your teen is struggling with anxiety, ADHD or making friends, this...
11/12/2025

Have you heard about our upcoming group for teens? If your teen is struggling with anxiety, ADHD or making friends, this is the perfect group. The In Between will help your teens feel seen and understood. Led by our therapist Chris Burgenson, who will help with building connections and improving confidence. Scan the QR code to register today!

11/11/2025

Burnout can show up quietly when your mind is feeling tired or life just feels heavy. Our therapist Chris Burgenson shares a tip on what to do when you start to feel burnout.

11/07/2025

The In Between helps teens find their voice, strengthen self-esteem and feel understood…together! That space doesn’t have to feel lonely. This group is a place to grow, be heard and learn that you are not alone.

If you are interested, please scan the QR code to register or feel free to reach out if you have any questions about this group!

Sometimes the body speaks first. The tension in your jaw, racing heart; these are not random, they are signals. Your bod...
11/06/2025

Sometimes the body speaks first. The tension in your jaw, racing heart; these are not random, they are signals. Your body is already responding, before your mind has the words for what is happening.

As you learn to recognize these early signals, you can respond with care before this stress turns into full overwhelm. Listen to your body, if you start to notice tension or shallow breathing; take a pause before you push forward. Also, naming your feeling can help, for example, “I am feeling overwhelmed.”; this helps to take the edge off that feeling.

The goal is to catch yourself earlier and listen to your body. Your body isn’t working against you; it’s trying to get your attention.

Healing doesn’t always mean letting go, sometimes it means learning how to hold what happened without letting it control...
11/04/2025

Healing doesn’t always mean letting go, sometimes it means learning how to hold what happened without letting it control your life.

Memories are a part of you, but they don’t have to steer your life anymore. They don’t get to decide who you are or where you are going.

This is the power of healing, when you realize that you can hold the past without being held down by it.

ADHD isn’t just a lack of focus; it is a focus that moves differently. Some days you are locked in so deep you can lose ...
10/31/2025

ADHD isn’t just a lack of focus; it is a focus that moves differently. Some days you are locked in so deep you can lose track of time. But other days a simple task can feel so heavy.

You don’t necessarily need to “try harder” but simply learn how your brain and body flows. When your brain starts to hyperfocus, use that strategically to help you. When your brain starts to drift, use that as a signal; maybe you’re overstimulated or you’re tired and need a break.

You don’t have to fight your focus to find your rhythm. If you need help to understand your ADHD in a new way, reach out to our office to speak with one of our therapists.

After the breakthrough happens and you’re trying to figure out what your new normal looks like, this is the rebuilding p...
10/29/2025

After the breakthrough happens and you’re trying to figure out what your new normal looks like, this is the rebuilding phase. You’re not fighting to survive anymore, but you’re not quite thriving yet either.

You start to take those small steps of change, even though it might feel unfamiliar. This is where you must be patient with yourself. You’re changing habits, rebuilding routines, and figuring out your new normal.

This isn’t about going back to how things were, this is about creating something new. A version of you that is grounded, present and ready for growth.

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟔𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞It was such a privilege to attend 𝐌𝐇𝐀'𝐬 𝟔𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, honoring ...
10/28/2025

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟔𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞

It was such a privilege to attend 𝐌𝐇𝐀'𝐬 𝟔𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, honoring six decades of serving the mental health needs of families and individuals in our wonderful Frederick community.

For sixty years, the 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 has been a steady, compassionate presence—walking alongside our community with care, resilience, and hope.

We’re especially proud to have our owner and trauma therapist, 𝐒𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐨, serving on MHA’s 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬. Seeing firsthand the incredible work MHA is doing—and being part of that mission—is truly inspiring.

💚 We wholeheartedly believe in this organization and the impact they continue to make every day.

10/27/2025

🎉Happy Monday! Today our therapist and owner Sal Schittino discusses the benefits of having a therapist while trying to juggle all of life's stresses.

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