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Harold DuBois

Harold DuBois

LCSW-C

Therapist · Maryland · 5+ years of experience

Compassionate, practical support for strong emotions

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  • Goal oriented
  • Direct communication
  • Practical strategies

About Harold

Harold DuBois is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland who helps people facing anger, relationship strain, and the stress that follows trauma. He speaks directly and listens closely, aiming to make it easier for worried parents to talk about what is hardest. His bedside manner is straightforward and focused on practical next steps. DuBois draws on five years of clinical practice and a long background in the U.S. Navy. He emphasizes clear, shared goals and works with each person to shape the plan of care. Sessions focus on real-life problems like parenting challenges, communication breakdowns, and managing strong emotions. His past work includes supporting families involved with Child Welfare Services and serving as a licensed foster parent in Maryland and California. That experience informs how he discusses family systems, adoption and foster care concerns, and issues that come up after separation or divorce. The approach in sessions is collaborative and goal oriented. He helps people identify what they want to change, sets small steps, and adjusts the plan when needed. Expect practical strategies for reducing anger, improving self-esteem, and coping with anxiety or depression. DuBois recognizes that seeking help takes courage. He offers steady support while people work toward clearer communication, healthier relationships, and more manageable day-to-day stress. Prospective clients are invited to consider whether his direct, action-focused style fits their needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also works with

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesSexual assault and abuse

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Maryland

Languages

English

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Harold DuBois uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and practical change. One common approach he emphasizes is problem-focused work that breaks a larger issue into manageable steps and skills. This helps with anger, parenting challenges, and improving communication by giving concrete actions to practice between sessions. Another central element is trauma-informed listening and planning. That means paying attention to how past trauma may affect reactions today and creating a pace that reduces overwhelm while addressing difficult memories or triggers. This approach supports people coping with abuse, sexual assault, and related stress. Finding the right combination of techniques is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they set priorities, try methods, and change course if something isn’t working. If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that works better. They can also make it simpler to maintain continuity when life gets hectic. Licensed professionals, including therapists, will help match practical session arrangements to the goals you bring to therapy.

At a glance

Listed location
Maryland
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
LCSW-C
Languages
English
License (Maryland)
LCSW-C · No. 23965
NPI
1093412892

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist help with?

Areas include relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, stress and anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focuses listed are adoption and foster care, communication problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence, family problems, veteran and armed forces issues, and sexual assault and abuse.

What is the therapist's style in session?

Sessions are described as goal oriented, flexible, and collaborative. The therapist helps clients set shared goals and adjusts the plan as needs change.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has five years of professional clinical experience in mental health settings, along with a long service history in the U.S. Navy that informs his perspective.

What credentials and location apply to this therapist?

The therapist holds an LCSW-C credential in Maryland and works from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with this therapist?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

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

What are the steps to begin working together?

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

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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