Business Details
39 Years
experience
Mental Health Therapy Services in Cockeysville
Since 1987, we have been dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve happier, more productive lives through specialized mental health therapy services. Our founder, Dr. Dean Kirschner, brings extensive academic credentials including a doctorate in Clinical Social Work and specialized training in healing traumatized families. We employ evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, behavior modification, and clinical hypnosis to address a wide range of mental health concerns including traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction. Our practice is built on the fundamental principle that individuals can learn to take control of their thoughts and behaviors to improve their overall life functioning. We serve clients throughout Maryland and Southern Pennsylvania from our Cockeysville, Maryland location, offering personalized therapy that addresses each client's unique needs.Our approach combines professional expertise with compassionate care to help clients develop practical strategies for lasting change. We believe that understanding and challenging negative thought patterns is key to achieving more positive feelings and productive behaviors. Our services are designed to help individuals develop self-mastery through therapeutic guidance that has been refined over decades of clinical practice. We maintain a strong commitment to using proven therapeutic techniques that empower clients to create lasting positive change in their lives. The foundation of our practice is the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve mental well-being and personal fulfillment.
Services
Mental health therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trauma recovery
Anxiety treatment
Depression counseling
Addiction therapy
Weight control counseling
Biofeedback therapy
Marriage counseling
Family therapy
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in mental health therapy since 1987.
- Our clinical director holds a doctorate in Clinical Social Work.
- We specialize in evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Our practice combines academic credentials with practical therapeutic expertise.
- We serve clients throughout Maryland and Southern Pennsylvania regions.
Services
Mental health therapy
Life Mastery Center provides comprehensive mental health therapy focusing on cognitive behavioral approaches. Our services help clients identify and change negative thought patterns that impact emotional well-being and life functioning. With over three decades of experience, we guide individuals toward developing positive strategies for lasting personal growth and improved mental health.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach addresses thinking errors and cognitive distortions that contribute to life challenges. Through structured sessions, clients learn to challenge unhelpful thoughts and develop new behavioral patterns that promote positive emotional states and improved life functioning across various mental health concerns.
Couples therapy
We specialize in helping couples improve communication and resolve conflicts through evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Our approach focuses on developing mutual respect, enhancing communication skills, and finding constructive solutions to relationship challenges, helping couples rebuild positive connections and navigate difficult issues together.
Trauma recovery
Our trauma recovery services address the lasting effects of traumatic experiences using specialized therapeutic approaches. We help clients process traumatic memories, develop coping strategies, and rebuild their lives through personalized treatment plans that integrate cognitive behavioral techniques and other evidence-based interventions.
Family therapy
We offer family therapy using strategic, structural, and systems approaches to improve family dynamics. Our sessions focus on understanding complex family interactions, addressing dysfunctional patterns, and developing healthier communication and relationship strategies that benefit all family members.
People
Dr. Dean Kirschner
Clinical Director
Dr. Dean Kirschner has provided mental health therapy services since 1987. He holds a doctorate in Clinical Social Work and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, he helps clients achieve personal transformation through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches does Life Mastery Center specialize in?
The center specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, behavior modification, and clinical hypnosis, with additional expertise in family systems approaches.
Do you treat both individuals and couples?
Yes, we provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families with customized treatment approaches for each client group.
What mental health concerns do you address?
We help with anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, addictions, weight control issues, and relationship challenges.
How long has the practice been operating?
Dr. Kirschner has been practicing since 1987 and established Life Mastery Center in Cockeysville, Maryland.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Please contact us directly to discuss your appointment scheduling needs and availability.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
Contact our office directly to discuss payment options and insurance acceptance details.
Reviews (5)
Organic Momma
Feb 15, 2022
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Not only does Life Mastery Center discriminate against their patients, specifically Dr. Kirschner, he literally will hang up on you when you inquire about their policies. Then he calls you back to tell you that you are not allowed to be a patient at their office even though they never even met me. They also refused further service to a family member that was a patient for no reason. Most definitely stay away from an office that treats patients & potential patients with such arrogance & disrespect, it was a horrific experience & you should stay far away from businesses like this.
Caroline Blyskal
Nov 04, 2021
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Therapists are supposed to listen to patients and offer guidance towards healing. I could barely get a sentence in when visiting this practice. My husband later went to see this doctor after his family started acting very abusive towards him and he told him "Maybe your parents are right". Therapists are supposed to listen to patients and offer helpful solutions but this one is way too full of himself to do that.
Chris Harris
Sep 14, 2021
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Dean is one of the most abusive therapists I've ever had. The emotional scars and damage to my family have subsisted for over 27 years. I've never been able to trust a therapist since. Being labeled a "Bad kid" and using scare tactics like a great value Dr. Phil accomplished nothing, beyond making me cold and callous to everything and everyone around me. Avoid taking your children here at all costs, especially if you're African American. I think Dean has a preconceived notion of who "we" are.
Natalia Spac
Feb 28, 2021
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Awesome dr Kirshner and lovely Jen. Dr Kirshner is very professional, experienced and will make you laugh. I highly recommend that place!
Dawn James
May 22, 2019
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Dr. Kirschner is a committed and caring professional. He worked with my son through a very difficult time. His knowledge and specialty with Asperger's children makes him the best!
