Shanita Burch , MD, LCSW-C

Shanita Burch brings 22 years of social work and clinical experience to her practice in Maryland, offering steady support for people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, sleep concerns, anger, and life transitions. She uses a systemic perspective to help clients and families identify patterns, build coping skills, and pursue practical changes that lead to sustainable improvement. Her work spans individuals, couples, groups, adults, seniors, teenagers, active duty service members, and veterans, and she has particular experience assisting those coping with addiction, loss, caregiving stress, and complex family dynamics.

Shanita believes that progress itself is success and that meaningful change often requires time and patience. She centers treatment on each person’s goals, combining goal-focused strategies with compassionate support to help clients move toward an internal sense of balance. Her clinical credentials include MD, which denotes Doctor of Medicine, and LCSW-C, which denotes Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical, reflecting training in both medical and social work perspectives. Prospective clients can expect collaborative planning, practical tools, and steady encouragement designed to help them meet their goals and find greater peace in daily life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Shanita Burch integrates several evidence-informed methods to tailor care to each person’s needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s priorities drive the work - this approach is helpful for building self-awareness, improving communication, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and sleep concerns because it provides practical tools and structured strategies. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people strengthen their motivation for change and resolve ambivalence, which can be particularly useful for addictions and readiness for behavioral change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shanita works collaboratively with clients to determine the best fit based on their goals, preferences, and progress. She combines techniques as needed and adjusts the plan over time to match what is most helpful.

Online therapy options - including video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier for people to access consistent care around work, family, or mobility constraints. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling and allow licensed professionals to deliver therapy that fits into everyday life while supporting ongoing engagement and continuity of care.