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Arleen Faulkner

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Arleen Faulkner

Maryland

Seasoned counselor focused on practical change

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  • Men's wellbeing included
  • Practical coping strategies
  • Values-focused work

About Arleen

Arleen Faulkner is a licensed clinical professional counselor with thirty years of experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and low self-esteem. She pays particular attention to issues like relationship strain, workplace pressure, body image, and life transitions. Arleen also offers support around men's issues, midlife questions, self-love, and finding purpose.

Her work is grounded in practical conversation and steady support. Sessions focus on understanding what feels stuck and trying small, realistic changes. She helps people name their values, rebuild confidence, and move toward goals that feel meaningful.

Arleen emphasizes collaboration. She and the client plan strategies that fit daily life. That may include coping skills for anxiety, guided reflection around relationships, or steps to reduce addictive behaviors.

She brings decades of experience to each session and tailors the pace to the person. Her style aims to be calm, direct, and respectful of each person’s beliefs and goals. Clients can expect a straightforward approach that centers real-world problems and workable solutions.

Arleen practices in Maryland and conducts sessions in English. To begin, readers should use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Approaches that guide online work and how they help

Arleen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change and personal meaning. One approach emphasizes building coping skills and behavioral steps to reduce anxiety and manage stress; this involves practicing simple tools and routines that lower day-to-day distress. Another strand centers on values and purpose work, helping people clarify what matters to them and set goals that reflect those priorities to improve motivation and self-direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Arleen collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they check progress and adjust strategies so therapy stays useful and realistic.

The biography does not list specific online session formats. Before booking, confirm which session types are offered. Many people find online therapy helpful because it can fit more easily into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. Therapists and clients can focus on practical work in sessions that match the client's schedule and comfort with different ways of meeting.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Body imageDivorce and separationForgivenessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Maryland

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Arleen commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem challenges. Additional focus areas include body image, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, men's issues, midlife crisis, self-love, women's issues, and workplace concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic approach?

The approach is collaborative and practical. Sessions focus on identifying what's not working, trying manageable changes, and building coping skills that fit everyday life.

What is her professional background?

She has thirty years of clinical experience working with people through a range of emotional and life challenges. That experience informs a steady, goal-oriented style in session.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an LCPC credential in Maryland and practices in Maryland. Sessions are conducted in English.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled for therapy?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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