Trauma Therapy in Maryland
You don't have to rush. You don't have to be 'strong.' You don't have to tell your story before you're ready.
- Licensed Maryland LCPC with 10+ years of experience
- Trauma-informed and paced to your nervous system
- 100% virtual sessions, evening availability
- Free 15-minute consultation, no commitment
No commitment • Kate responds within 24 hours
- Kate Steadman, LCPC - Licensed in Maryland
- 10+ Years of Experience
- Secure, HIPAA-Compliant Video
- Evening Availability
You don't have to rush, and you don't have to be 'strong'
Trauma doesn't always look the way people expect. Sometimes it's flashbacks and nightmares. Sometimes it's a constant low hum of anxiety, numbness, or the feeling that you're never quite safe — even when nothing is wrong.
Maybe something specific happened. Maybe it's years of small things that added up. Either way, what you're carrying is real, and you don't have to keep carrying it alone.
Trauma therapy is not about reliving the worst moments of your life. It's about gently understanding what your nervous system has been through and finally giving it the chance to settle.
You don't have to worry about:
- Re-telling your story before you're ready
- Being pushed into anything
- Being judged for how you've coped
- Feeling like 'too much'
- Having to explain why it still affects you
- Going faster than your body can handle
You may be here because…
- Something from your past keeps showing up in the present.
- You feel anxious, on edge, or hypervigilant without knowing why.
- You shut down or go numb when things get hard.
- You've tried therapy before but never went deep into what really happened.
- Relationships feel harder than they should because of what you've been through.
- You're ready to stop just surviving and start actually living.
Kate Steadman, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
I'm Kate Steadman, LCPC, a trauma-informed therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through complex PTSD, childhood trauma, and painful life events.
My training includes trauma-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and attachment-based approaches — all delivered at a pace that honors your nervous system.
Healing is possible — not just symptom relief, but deeper self-understanding, resilience, and growth. We move together at a pace that feels safe.
You'll work with Kate directly, every session. Never passed off to anyone else.
Clients often describe sessions as:
- Slow, steady, and safe
- Trauma-informed at every step
- Paced to your nervous system
- Honest but never harsh
- Collaborative, never directive
- A space you can finally exhale in
Real therapy, on your terms
Virtual therapy means more privacy, more flexibility, and the same depth of work as sitting in an office.
Therapy from your safe space
No commute, no waiting room. Connect from wherever you feel most comfortable.
Same depth, more flexibility
Research shows virtual therapy is just as effective as in-person for most concerns.
Easier to stay consistent
No travel time means sessions fit into real life. Consistency is where progress happens.
What we can work on together
Childhood Trauma
Work through early experiences that still shape how you feel, react, and connect today.
Complex PTSD
Address ongoing or repeated trauma at a pace that respects your nervous system.
Single-Incident Trauma
Process accidents, assaults, or one-time events without being overwhelmed by them.
Medical & Birth Trauma
A safe space to process frightening or traumatic medical and birth experiences.
Anxiety & Hypervigilance
Calm the constant alarm system that trauma can leave behind.
Relational Trauma
Heal from betrayal, abuse, or relationships that left lasting wounds.
Not sure if it's the right fit?
That's exactly what the free 15-minute consultation is for. No pressure, no commitment, just a conversation.
Three simple steps
Free 15-minute consultation
A quick, no-pressure conversation to see if we're a good fit.
Book your first session
Pick a time that fits your real life, including evenings.
Begin at your own pace
We move at the speed that feels right for you.
Frequently asked questions
What you might gain through trauma work
What happens during the free consultation?
During this brief call, you'll have a chance to:
- Share what's bringing you to therapy (only what you're comfortable with)
- Ask questions about trauma-informed therapy
- Discuss scheduling and logistics
- Decide whether it feels like a good fit
No pressure and no obligation to book.
Insurance reimbursement available
While Steady Wellness Therapy is an out-of-network practice, many clients receive partial reimbursement through their insurance benefits using a superbill.
You'll receive the documentation needed to submit to your insurer each month — no extra paperwork on your end beyond the submission itself.
Why clients choose Steady Wellness Therapy
- Trauma-informed at every step
- Licensed Maryland LCPC
- 10+ years of experience
- 100% virtual across Maryland
- Evening appointments available
- You work directly with Kate every session
- Free 15-minute consultation
- Secure, HIPAA-compliant platform
Begin when you're ready
You'll typically hear back within 24 hours.