Strength Through Genuine Connection
Online individual therapy to help you relax, find clarity, and navigate life with confidence.
Serving Preteens, Teens, & Adult Individuals & Couples throughout Maryland
High-Stress Professionals • LGBTQ Community • College Students • Teens • Faith-Based Counseling Available
Life can be demanding, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the pressures of work, family, and personal expectations.
You might be finding yourself in a place you never expected, wondering how you got here and how to move forward. See if any of these situations resonate with you:
You're struggling to set healthy boundaries with family, friends, or at work.
You find it difficult to identify and communicate your feelings effectively.
The stress from your high-pressure career is impacting your well-being and relationships.
You're navigating complex relationship issues, marital conflict, or the pain of fertility struggles.
You feel stuck and are searching for consistent, healthy ways to cope with life's challenges.
If these struggles feel familiar, please know you are not alone.
These are common, human challenges, and you don't have to navigate them by yourself. Having professional guidance can make all the difference. I offer a grounded, human approach in a space where you can feel genuinely supported and empowered to find lasting change.
Hi, I’m Callas.
Callas Vaughan Dixon, MPA, MA, LCPC
Therapy is a space where you should feel safe enough to be real, supported enough to go deep, and empowered enough to grow on your own terms.
I am a Maryland Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a bachelors in both Political Science and Criminal Justice, Masters in Public Administration, a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and 13 years of experience in the mental health profession.
My practice is rooted in warmth, curiosity, and a grounded presence, blending deep clinical expertise with a human approach. I don’t just listen; I engage with intention, helping you feel seen and genuinely supported.
Think of a therapist as a lighthouse keeper, quietly illuminating the path through emotional storms so you can safely navigate your way toward healing and self-discovery.
It is my passion and purpose to help you unpack the invisible backpack you've been carrying and find the healthy solutions that lead to your best life.
Originally from Michigan, I love to bake, travel, laugh, and spend time with my family outdoors. I consider it a profound privilege and a humbling experience to walk alongside individuals as they find their own idea of peace and contentment.
My Therapeutic Specialties
My clinical specialties represent areas where I have deep experience, but they are simply starting points for our work together.
My true focus is on your unique story, and I am here to help you navigate whatever challenges have led you to seek support.
Anxiety
Learn to better manage anxious thoughts and find a sense of inner calm. You can move through daily life with greater confidence, allowing you to be present and engaged.
Depression
Find your way back to feeling like yourself again. We'll help you take the first steps toward a life that feels more manageable, enabling you to rediscover a sense of hope and connection.
Trauma & PTSD
Heal from the impact of past events and reclaim your sense of safety. We'll work together to process difficult memories so you can live more fully in the present, no longer defined by your past.
Relationship Issues
Build healthier connections through improved communication, cultivated trust, and breaking free from old patterns to create a more supportive and balanced partnership.
I can also help if you’re struggling with:
Addiction
ADHD & Neurodivergence
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Chronic Illness
Developmental Disorders
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital Counseling
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Your Invitation to Begin
True healing begins in a space of warmth and genuine connection. I offer a grounded, human approach, engaging with intention to help you feel seen, heard, and genuinely supported as you move toward lasting change.
If you are ready, I invite you to take the next step.
My Treatment Approach
Choosing the right therapist is a personal and important step toward healing and growth.
I believe the foundation of effective therapy is a strong, collaborative relationship built on trust and healthy communication. My practice is rooted in warmth, curiosity, and a grounded presence, creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be real and supported enough to go deep.
As a multimodal therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor our work to your unique needs, goals, and experiences. This flexibility allows us to explore what works best for you, together. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices , and I am intentional in selecting the right modalities to help you find lasting change.
Some of the core approaches I utilize include:
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A practical, goal-oriented approach that helps you identify, challenge, and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. Together, we can work to develop new coping skills to navigate life's challenges.
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This therapy provides practical, skills-based tools to help you manage intense emotions and navigate relationship challenges. We will work together to build skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation, helping you find the balance between acceptance and change.
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This approach is future-oriented and focuses on your strengths and resources. Instead of dwelling on problems, we will concentrate on finding solutions and building the future you desire.
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We can explore how past experiences and unconscious patterns may be influencing your present feelings and behaviors. This deeper self-understanding can be a powerful catalyst for healing and growth.
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For clients who desire it, I offer the integration of biblical wisdom and spiritual guidance into the healing process, providing a path that honors your faith-based principles.
My goal is always to empower you to reconnect with your inner strength, resilience, and purpose. My training also includes a wide variety of other therapeutic models to ensure your care is personalized and effective.
Additional Modalities I Use:
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Family/Marital Counseling
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural Counseling
Person-Centered Therapy
Reality Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Common Questions
Fees & Insurance Information
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My session fees are as follows:
- Individual Sessions: $150
- Couples Sessions: $175 -
I accept the following insurance:
Aetna
Ascension (Smart Health)
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CareFirst
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
Kaiser Permanente Mid Atlantic
Oscar Health
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health (MD)
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
United Healthcare UHC | UBH
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If I do not take your insurance, I can provide you with a superbill that you can present to your insurance for potential partial reimbursement.
Services like Mentaya can make this easier to submit claims to your insurance company.
See your plan for details.
Therapy Information
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Yes. Research has consistently shown that psychotherapy is highly effective. Multiple meta-analyses (large-scale studies that combine the results of many other studies) have confirmed this.
The American Psychiatric Association states that about 75% of people who enter psychotherapy show some benefit within six months.
The average therapy client is better off than 79% of untreated individuals, as found in a landmark meta-analysis comparing people in therapy to those who were not.
The effectiveness of therapy has been found to be on par with, and in some cases greater than, biomedical breakthroughs.
Beyond the statistics, the proof is in the transformations. My clients have experienced profound changes, from developing improved self-esteem to building healthier relationships and learning to manage high-stress situations.
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This is a crucial question, as a "good fit" is the most reliable predictor of a good outcome.
Decades of research have shown that the single most important factor in successful therapy is the quality of the "therapeutic alliance"—the bond of trust, collaboration, and safety you feel with your therapist. This relationship is often more important than the specific type of therapy being used.
Here are a few things to consider to find your "right fit":
Specialty & Experience: Does the therapist have experience with the specific challenges you are facing?
Approach: What is their style? My practice is rooted in warmth, curiosity, and a grounded presence. I blend deep clinical expertise with a human approach to create a nonjudgmental space where you feel safe enough to be real.
The Vibe: When you read their website or talk to them, how do you feel? I want my clients to feel that my practice is sophisticated but also warm and welcoming. Trust your gut.
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How do we get started? Getting started is simple. Here is the four-step process:
Reach Out: Fill out the contact form on my website to let me know you're interested in scheduling a consultation.
Set Up a Call: We will schedule a brief consultation call. This is our chance to talk, discuss what's bringing you to therapy, and see if we're a good fit for each other.
Share Your Info: If we decide to move forward, I will collect some basic information, including your insurance details, to get you set up in my system.
Schedule Your Session: We will book your first official appointment and begin our work together.