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Therapist in Columbia, Maryland Brenda Fischel, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 15-75+

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Brenda Fischel, Therapist

Brenda Fischel, MA, LCPC

Specializes In:

Anger issues
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Family conflict
First responder stress
Intense mood changes
Military & veteran
Panic attacks
Stress management
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Brenda Fischel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maryland who has been practicing since 2002. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and her Master’s Degree from Argosy University. Brenda works well with those needing support with anxiety, depression, general stress, relationship issues and co-occurring disorders with addictions. Whether you’re struggling with work, school, relationships, family, or behavioral concerns., Brenda is here to work with you. She enjoys working with individuals and couples in an emotionally safe space and is here to support and encourage you on your journey. Brenda is here to walk alongside and empower you to live your fullest life and be your highest, healthiest self. Outside of work, Brenda enjoys bird watching, walking, playing with her dogs, crocheting, reading, watching football, playing Scrabble and cribbage, listening to music, going out to eat, soaking in her hot tub, grilling, and spending time with her family.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • First responder stress
  • Intense mood changes
  • Military & veteran
  • Panic attacks
  • Stress management
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Childhood behavioral issues
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Drug/substance use
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hallucinations
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Premarital counseling
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Racial identity
  • Retirement
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • School behavioral issues
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs

Couples Therapy

Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.

  • Anger issues
  • Family conflict
  • Parenting
  • Social skills & communication

Languages

  • English

Education

  • American School of Professional Psychology

FAQs

Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Brenda Fischel. You can also call 443-838-2400 to have someone assist you.

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Ms. Brenda Fischel is an excellent psychologist. She took the time to thoroughly explain all aspects of my care, and I felt very comfortable discussing my situation with her. I am sincerely grateful for her support and professionalism.
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fraidon a.

Dec 24, 2025
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Immediately felt comfortable
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Sallie M.

Nov 07, 2025
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Excellent experience
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Kathy H.

Feb 14, 2025
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Excellent experience
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