Therapy for Mothers & Women in Maryland

Motherhood can look steady on the outside while feeling heavy on the inside. Many of the women I work with are capable, thoughtful, and deeply committed to caring for others—yet feel exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unsure of who they are becoming in this season of life. 

I offer therapy for women and mothers in the Baltimore and surrounding areas who are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the ongoing realities of mothering and womanhood. This work is especially supportive for those who feel exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unsure of who they are becoming in this season of life.

My approach is care-centered and relational. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, we will look at your lived experience: the emotional labor you carry, the ways motherhood and other experiences have changed how you see yourself and your needs.

I work on a private-pay basis, which allows us to move at a pace that honors complexity and avoids reducing your experience to a diagnosis. Sessions are collaborative, reflective, and grounded in respect for your lived experience.

If you are seeking therapy that seeks to bring understanding and guidance on navigating these roles in a way that feels meaningful, you are welcome to reach out.

Guiding women back to a place where they feel connected to their mind, body, and spirit

Dr. Lyneia Richardson

Owner, Melanated Women’s Therapy, LLC

Dr. Richardson is a mama, healer, and licensed psychologist with over 10+ years of experience providing therapy in clinical, academic, and community-based settings. Taking a holistic approach, Dr. Richardson believes healing happens not just in the mind, but in the body, spirit, and community. Her work is dedicated to breaking down stigmas surrounding women’s emotional lives, especially those tied to mothering and the generational pressures so many women carry.

Dr. Richardson is especially passionate about creating spaces for women and mamas to feel heard and empowered—to reconnect with themselves, reimagine their roles, and move forward with more grace, self-trust, and self-love.

Counseling Services & Fees

I currently offer online therapy services through secure, face-to-face teletherapy sessions. Meeting virtually allows me to provide care that’s flexible, accessible, and far-reaching. While I’m licensed in Maryland, I am also authorized to see clients in over 40+ PSYPACT participating states.

• $200 individual therapy session (45-50 mins)

• $50-$75 group therapy (60 mins) - *Group therapy offerings vary based on interest and availability.

• $225-$400 couples or family therapy session (50-75 mins)

• I don’t work directly with insurance, but you may be able to use your insurance benefits to cover the cost of our services.

• I can provide a superbill for services for those using their out-of-network (OON) benefits.

• To make therapy more accessible for clients with OON insurance benefits, Thrizer is a third-party that allows you to:

  • Pay only your co-insurance plus a 5% convenience fee and Thrizer will handle the rest, including verifying your benefits and submitting claims.

  • Or you can still pay the full fee up front and use Thrizer to handle claims and reimbursement.

• I accept Loveland Therapy Vouchers.

• I also am a volunteer with Pro Bono Counseling of Maryland to make therapy accessible to individuals who otherwise would not have access to services.

**The following nonclinical services are offered as requested:

• Supervision for Trainees

• Consultation for Professionals