Brad Bernstein, Professional Counselor in Howard County
Education and Training
I have my Bachelor of Science from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania and a Master of Science in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. Since 2010, my clinical training occurred in diverse settings including schools, outpatient mental health centers, intensive outpatient mental health centers and substance abuse facilities. I also have experience and training in building executive functioning skills and running leadership groups for teens.
Clinical Services
I provide eclectic therapeutic services to adolescents, adults, and families using supportive psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. My experience includes working with individuals with ADHD, high‑functioning ASD, LGBTQ+ clients, couples, and families, and I am committed to culturally competent care that respects each client’s background and lived experience. I facilitate groups for middle and high school students and have presented on parenting, student achievement, and mental health for community organizations. I am also certified in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) therapy.
Personal Statement
A Maryland native, I have lived in Columbia for the past twenty years. Outside of my professional work, I enjoy cooking, gardening, hiking, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends. I currently serve as the counseling department chair at The St. Paul’s Schools and previously worked for many years at Glenelg Country School. I am also a member of the board of directors for the Autism Society of Maryland.
Philosophy on Mental Health
Life transitions often bring both stress and opportunity. Whether a student is moving to a new school level, a young adult is navigating independence, an adult is facing mid‑life changes, retirement, or grief, or a family is adapting to shifting roles, these moments can significantly impact well‑being. I specialize in supporting adolescents, adults, individuals navigating mid‑life challenges, later‑life adults, couples, and families through transitional periods and mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, substance use, and related challenges. My practice emphasizes identifying client strengths, fostering resilience, and setting purposeful goals. Collaboration with family members is incorporated when appropriate to ensure comprehensive support.