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Life is a journey filled with highs, lows, and everything in between. At times, life’s challenges can leave us feeling unfulfilled, while at other times they can leave us feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or emotionally drained. If you or your child are facing mental health challenges and are looking for compassionate, collaborative, professional support, Helping Hands Counseling Services is here to help.

We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where children, teens, and adults can develop the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and achieve emotional well-being during their journey.

Stacie is the first therapist who is successful in getting my son with Autism to engage in therapy. She is patient, kind, encouraging, and teaches him to understand himself and the world around him.”

Becky M., (age 47)

Stacie Ratliff, LCSW-C

Stacie Ratliff, LCSW-C, provides professional, compassionate therapy grounded in over 20 years of clinical experience. She is dedicated to providing individualized, evidence-based care that helps clients navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful, lasting change. Collaboration with other treatment providers and Educational Seminars for patients and parents are another service provided by Helping Hands Counseling Services.

Stacie has expertise in working with children, teens, and
adults experiencing:
  • Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), and other emotional and behavioral concerns
  • Individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), needing Level 1 support
  • Virtual Parent Education Seminars on a variety topics designed to help caregivers better understand and support their children, teens and young adults.

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Certified (LCSW-C). Maryland State Social Work Supervisor

  • Over 24 years of experience with direct Individual therapy, Family therapy and Parent Education Seminars

  • Served as Clinical Social Work Supervisor in leading mental health agencies, including Kennedy Krieger Institute and Sheppard Pratt Health System

  • Specialized training in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Trained by the Director of the Yale Child Study Center’s Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program
  • Specialized training in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) with Level 1 support needs from Kennedy Krieger Institute
Since working with Stacie, I have become much more independent in my personal and professional life. She has helped me grow in so many ways. I recommend her for any adolescent or young adult who is feeling “stuck” or needs help with life transitions, because that’s where she shines!”
Rachel, (age 27)

Virtual Parent
Educational Seminars

Virtual Parent Psychoeducation Seminars: Educational virtual seminars on childhood mental health, including Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, emotional regulation, and behavior management

Psychotherapy

  • Children & Teens: Individual and/or Family therapy for support to address Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, behavioral challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), and school-related concerns. These services are provided using a collaborative wrap around approach with parents, schools, and other professionals.
  • Adults: Individual therapy for the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, stress, and life transitions.
  • Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Evidence-based therapy for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) requiring Level 1 support needs, focusing on social communication, emotional regulation, and executive functioning.

We’ve had several therapists for my daughter who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, however Stacie has been the best fit by far.  She has a great rapport and connection with her.  Stacie is also a great advocate for my daughter. She does a great job helping my daughter navigate the challenges of living between two homes.  She has also really helped me see the ways in which my daughter sees the world with ASD.  I recommend her wholeheartedly!”

Troy, (daughter age 13)

Services Provided

In-Person & Virtual Therapy Sessions

Virtual Parent Education Seminars

Evidenced Based Approaches

Individual, Family and Caregiver Support

Since working with Stacie I’ve felt better, in the sense that there are ways to understand and deal with my road bumps. She has helped me be able to talk to people, which I truly struggled with in the past. Stacie is amazing at helping with anxieties and I would recommend her to anyone truly.”

Alexander, (age 21)

Coming Fall 2026

Virtual Parent Seminars

Helping Hands: When School Feels Scary

1 Day, 3-Hour Virtual Parent Education Seminar

Limited space available.

Helping Hands: When School Feels Scary (3-Hour Virtual Parent Education Seminar)

An evidence-based Parent Education Seminar teaching practical strategies to help both Elementary and Middle School children overcome school-related anxiety by increasing supportive parenting and reducing anxiety-driven accommodations. Informed by training by the Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center.

Insurance Information: Our goal is to provide parents and caregivers with education, practical tools and recommendations they can learn about right away. Because this seminar is an educational program and not a psychotherapy or mental health treatment group, it not covered by insurance. Registration is complete once the full seminar fee has been received, which reserves your family’s spot.

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Helping Hands: A Parent Based Approach to Address Childhood Anxiety

1 Hour, 6 Week, Weekly Virtual Parent Education Seminar

Limited space available.

Helping Hands: A Parent Based Approach to Address Childhood Anxiety (1-Hour, 6 Week, Weekly Parent Education Seminar)

A Parent Educational Seminar designed to help parents of children ages 9-14 to decrease anxiety, reduce accommodation, build confidence, and support children struggling with anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Informed by Yale University.

Insurance Information: Our goal is to provide parents and caregivers with education, practical tools and recommendations they can learn about right away. Because this seminar is an educational program and not a psychotherapy or mental health treatment group, it not covered by insurance. Registration is complete once the full seminar fee has been received, which reserves your family’s spot.

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Stacie has been my rock for two and a half years. She truly makes me feel seen and heard. Stacie has helped me navigate life after an abusive, narcissistic relationship, as well as understand my childhood trauma. I am also learning to love myself again. Her calming presence, ability to help you understand yourself, and genuine kindness have been an absolute blessing.”

Lara, (age 59)