Client Age (Therapy)

Dr. Gary Stone (he/him) is a licensed psychologist in Maryland. He earned his doctorate in clinical psychology (Ph.D.) from Catholic University of America, in Washington, DC, and completed his predoctoral internship at the University at Albany Counseling Center in Albany, New York. Prior to joining private practice with PsychCare, Dr. Stone served as the Assistant Director of the Stevenson University Wellness Center, and he also has experience working in maximum security correctional settings, and in a domestic violence treatment center.
Dr. Stone has been involved in the mental health field for over 25 years through research, teaching, and providing psychotherapy. He has experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, and groups for a wide variety of issues such as anxiety and depression, adjusting to major life transitions, substance use problems, grief/loss, and more. Dr. Stone likes to be flexible in integrating multiple different therapy styles in order to be as helpful as possible. He especially enjoys utilizing collaborative techniques and a solution-focused attitude to help clients strive towards their goals.

Ashley Shelton, M.S., M.A. is a registered psych associate practicing under the supervision of James Rutledge, Psy.D. She earned her master’s degrees
in psychology from Southern New Hampshire University and in clinical psychology from Stevenson University, where she is currently working towards her doctorate degree in clinical psychology (Psy.D). Ashley has previously worked in a variety of settings, including Kennedy Krieger Institute, Mosaic Community Services, and Brighter Stronger Foundation, with a diverse age range of clients including children, adolescents, college students, and adults. She has experience conducting individual therapy and psychological assessments. Her clinical interests include working with teens and young adults navigating identity exploration, trauma, interpersonal relationships, social pressures, life transitions, and stress. Ashley values creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive space while using a collaborative and integrative approach to therapy filled with acceptance, empathy, and cultural humility. She is committed to providing a personalized and holistic approach to care that enhances each client’s well-being and fosters positive change.

Brianna Leonard, LCPC, is a master level extern practicing under the supervision of Dr. Lateffa Robinson, PhD. She earned her master’s degree in mental health counseling from Bowie State University. Additionally, she obtained her master’s degree in clinical psychology from Stevenson University where is she is currently working on her doctorate degree in clinical psychology (PsyD). Brianna has worked in various settings include a psychiatric outpatient crisis home, community mental health center and in private practice. She has experience working with a diverse range of clients including children, adolescents, college students, adults and families. She has experience conducting individual therapy and psychological assessments. Her clinical interests include working with minorities, couples, and adults exploring issues related to anxiety, self esteem, interpersonal relationships, communication challenges and difficult life transitions. She aims to create a safe and comfortable therapeutic space for client to open up, collaborate, explore and identify their challenges, needs and successfully grow towards their ideal self.

Brad Shearer is a Board Approved Supervisor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who earned a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Loyola University, Maryland and a Bachelor of Corporate Communication & Rhetorical Studies degree from Duquesne University, Pennsylvania. He has experience working with clients in a variety of settings including having spent over two years working in a psychiatric unit of a maximum-security prison.

Brad has experience working with a full range of client demographics including children, adolescents, and adults; providing services through individual, group, and family sessions. Brad currently works with clients who experience challenges within a variety of mental health areas including Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, Depressive Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Grief. Additionally, Brad has spent a decade working within the veterinary field and has experience with assisting clients managing the grief that often comes with losing a family pet.

Brad engages in an integrative approach when assisting clients in therapy and works to strengthen the pre-existing strengths and talents clients already have. Brad is also a Certified Therapeutic Game Master in which he utilizes several therapy models to reinforce client’s strengths, help them nurture a growth
mindset through creativity and personal development, and gain psychological flexibility through overcoming personal challenges.

Brad promotes a balanced practice of mental health through physical engagement, mindfulness and self care, while nurturing a meaningful and purpose driven life.