Everyone deserves world-class mental health care.
Our mission
At The Inner Compass Collective, we’re working to ensure that highly skilled, evidence-based mental health care is within reach for everyone, not just those with financial privilege. We’re taking down barriers to high-quality treatment by making science-driven therapy widely accessible and affordable. We believe that when clinicians receive fair compensation, robust support, and a healthy work-life balance, they are empowered to provide the best possible care. Our expert clinicians bring advanced training, extensive experience, and years of dedication to helping others. Through collaborative care, research, and education, we’re not only helping individuals today but also building a future that advances the field of mental health and drives systemic change.
Our team
OWNER AND CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Adam J. Freitag, LCSW, LCSW-C, ADHD-CCSP
Specialties: Adult ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, marriage/couples therapy
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Adam is co-owner and the Clinical Director of The Inner Compass Collective. He is a certified Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity (ADHD) Disorder Clinical Services Provider and has years of experience treating adults who live through depression, anxiety, and trauma as a result of ADHD. He champions novel perspectives and treatment methodologies for ADHD, and has designed interactive therapies to help his clients defeat procrastination, disorganization, and the dreaded “ADHD tax.” Furthermore, Adam has a wealth of experience treating couples and spouses for a variety of relationship-impacting issues.
When he is not treating his clients, Adam bears a strong passion for teaching and is a board-certified supervisor who is helping educate the next generation of clinical professionals.
PSYCHOLOGIST
Greta Carlson, Psy.D., ABPP
Specialties: Children/adolescent psychology, trauma/PTSD, dissociative disorders, mood/anxiety disorders
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Greta is a licensed clinical psychologist who is board-certified in clinical child and adolescent psychology. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship in trauma and stressor-related disorders at Sheppard Pratt Health System’s Trauma Disorders Program, and a residency in child and adolescent psychology at the Center for Cognitive Therapy and Assessment. She completed an APA-accredited internship through Friends Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Prior to ICC, Dr. Carlson was a supervising psychologist and assessment coordinator at Johns Hopkins/Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress. Dr. Carlson is nationally certified in TF-CBT, provides psychodynamic psychotherapy for clients of all ages, and conducts comprehensive psychological assessments with children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Carlson's primary clinical interests include treating anxiety and mood disorders in children, adolescents, and adults, in addition to the assessment and treatment of trauma/PTSD and stressor-related disorders, including dissociative disorders. Dr. Carlson enjoys employing psychodynamic approaches to psychological assessment, including projective testing. She is the author of the chapter, "Projective Identification at Work in the Psychological Assessment of Children," in the text "Contemporary Psychoanalytic Approaches to Early Childhood Education," published by Rowman & Littlefield.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Amanda Vandivier, Ph.D., LCSW-C
Specialties: Addictions, chronic illness, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, Christian counseling
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Mandy is an eclectic practitioner, meaning she uses humor, a whole bunch of theoretical approaches, and a bit of caffeine-fueled optimism in her treatment approach. Mandy has a Ph.D. in Psychology along with an MSW, and a whole bunch of other degrees because she likes to continue to learn, but she also wants to move towards fully understanding how humans function mentally and how we all can function better! She is also a published researcher in the addictions field, and if you ever want to know more about it, please be aware she will talk your ears off.
Mandy’s focus is generalist, meaning she works with a wide variety of issues including (but not limited to) ADHD, addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic illness, depression, grief, panic disorders, self-esteem issues, schizophrenia, and trauma. These are all issues she experienced personally, or her family members/friends have experienced, meaning she has more than just “book learning” on these issues. Mandy uses the treatment approach that is right for her clients, and that can include forms of CBT (DBT, REBT, ACT…), parts work and psychoanalytic approaches, somatic approaches, existentialism, person-centered focus, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and trauma-informed therapy. And as mentioned before humor and definitely a dose of optimism!
Mandy identifies as Christian and is LGBTQ+ friendly, which are not mutually exclusive. She believes that God’s love is for all and can take many forms but does not push her beliefs on her clients. She also works hard to eliminate stigma of any kind for her clients, with a focus of normalizing their experience and empowering them to address what they want to work on and how to meet those goals. Mandy’s goal for her clients is to leave every session feeling a little better, a little lighter, and hopefully a little happier.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Priscilla E. Corson, DSW, LCSW-C
Specialties: ADHD and autism assessments, EMDR, trauma/complex PTSD, OCD, psychotherapy in Spanish
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Priscilla spent years supporting teens affected by sexual assault trauma alongside first responders. Witnessing the profound toll on both survivors and helpers, she expanded her focus to include first responders and military personnel dealing with vicarious trauma.
Believing deeply in trauma recovery, Priscilla specializes in complex PTSD (CPTSD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Her own neurodivergence inspired her to provide neuroaffirming care, viewing neurodivergence as a natural variation rather than a disorder. She helps clients navigate masking and trauma through identity exploration.
Her therapeutic approach embraces all parts of a person—the protective, wounded, and resilient—guiding clients towards integration, safety, and self-compassion. Priscilla partners with clients to build lives beyond trauma, fostering authenticity and sustainable healing.
COUNSELOR
Matthew Tyra, LCPC, NCC
Specialties: Sexual trauma, personality disorders, LGBTQIA+ issues, chronic suicidality and self-harm, relationship issues
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Matthew is a Licensed Professional Counselor with nearly a decade of experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults. He specializes in working with individuals navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, chronic suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationship challenges, and concerns related to sexuality, gender, and identity.
Matthew is particularly passionate about supporting clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood. He strives to create a therapeutic environment where clients can openly discuss difficult topics without fear of judgment, including experiences that are often accompanied by shame, stigma, or isolation. He has extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and is committed to providing affirming, inclusive care.
His approach is collaborative, direct, and compassionate. Drawing from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed interventions, Matthew tailors treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. He believes meaningful change comes from a combination of self-understanding, practical skill development, and a strong therapeutic relationship.
Whether clients are navigating long-standing emotional pain, relationship difficulties, major life transitions, or questions about identity and purpose, Matthew works alongside them to build insight, strengthen resilience, and create lasting change
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Joanne Vu-Shiang, LCSW-C
Specialties: Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression
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Joanne has had great success with clients who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual and learning disabilities, or are making life transitions and are in adulthood between the ages of 18 and 35 years old. Her strengths are connecting, supporting, and providing engagement and processing of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors into objectifiable outcomes in a safe and warm environment suitable for growth and change. She also has worked with clients with primary diagnoses of ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. She is also an EMDR therapist.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Jeremy Deinlein, LCSW-C
Specialties: Mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, LGBTQIA+ orientation/identity issues, anxiety
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Jeremy works alongside his clients in helping them understand themselves and grow towards who they wish to become and achieve their goals. His work aids people who are exploring and developing their own personal identity, whether that be sexuality, spirituality, or more. He is ready and willing to work with new clients, no matter where they are starting from. Jeremy is currently offering teletherapy and in-person services in the Cumberland, MD area. His specializations include substance use dual diagnosis, LGBTQIA2S+ identities, depression and anxiety treatments. Jeremy’s calming presence in the clinical setting assists clients in developing and empowering themselves in tackling their own goals in life and their journey to wellness. He utilizes humor, popular media, and gaming references throughout his work.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Elizabeth Winebrenner, LMSW
Specialties: Children/adolescents, depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, parent-child conflicts, family reunification, EMDR
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Elizabeth is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with extensive experience in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults through a variety of challenges, including depression, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and parent-child conflicts. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the child welfare system, Elizabeth provides a safe and empathetic space for clients to explore their struggles and work toward meaningful change.
She specializes in helping individuals navigate life transitions, relationship issues, and emotional difficulties, using evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the unique needs of each client.
Elizabeth is committed to building trust and empowering her clients to find their voice, heal from past wounds, and develop the skills necessary to thrive in the face of life’s challenges. She is trained in EMDR, which helps her clients connect with and heal past traumas. Through her warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative approach, Elizabeth has helped many individuals and families work through their most difficult experiences and build stronger, more fulfilling lives.
COUNSELOR
Jeanie Neuman, LGPC
Specialties: Anxiety, relationship concerns, cultural identity concerns, trauma/PTSD, borderline personality disorder
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Jeanie is a warm, compassionate therapist who believes powerful work happens when clients feel safe, heard, and accepted. She supports adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, cultural identity, and life transitions.
With over a decade of experience as a school counselor, Jeanie deeply understands the pressures of balancing multiple roles. As an Asian American working mom who values both cultural heritage and individuality, she's passionate about helping clients caught between who they are and who they're expected to be.
Jeanie's integrative approach draws from person-centered, DBT-informed, and strengths-based modalities, tailored to each client. She helps clients understand emotional patterns, improve communication, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
Clients describe her as empathetic, grounded, and easy to talk to. Jeanie offers in-person and virtual therapy across Maryland. Outside therapy, she enjoys parenting, exploring local restaurants, discovering hidden gems, and traveling.
COUNSELOR
Justice Weke, LGPC
Specialties: Christian mens’ counseling, adolescents, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, identity development
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Justice is a therapist who provides integrative, evidence-based therapy for clients across the lifespan. He works with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and identity development, with particular experience supporting young people during pivotal stages of growth and change.
As a Black male clinician, Justice is committed to creating a culturally responsive and affirming space where clients from diverse backgrounds feel seen, understood, and respected. He recognizes how culture, family, and lived experiences shape mental health and approaches each person with curiosity, empathy, and care.
His style is collaborative and tailored rather than one-size-fits-all. Justice draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based practices to help clients build practical coping skills, gain insight, and create meaningful, lasting change. Clients often describe him as calm, grounded, and easy to talk to, offering both steady support and clear, actionable tools.
Faith is an important part of Justice’s life, and for clients who desire it, he welcomes integrating those conversations into the therapeutic process while honoring each person’s individual beliefs.
Outside of therapy, Justice enjoys music, exploring fragrances and colognes, restaurants, and traveling, experiences that help him stay creative, grounded, and connected to the world around him.
NURSE PRACTITIONER INTERN
Taylor Kairos, BSN, RN
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Taylor is a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) student at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, pursuing certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and currently active duty with the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. She has over 10 years of nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings and is now focusing her training on psychotherapy and holistic approaches to mental health care.
Her professional background has strengthened her commitment to patient safety, education, and evidence-based practice, but her passion lies in working directly with individuals to support healing and resilience. She is especially interested in trauma-informed care, life transitions, and integrating therapeutic modalities that empower clients to reach their goals.
At Inner Compass, she is excited to expand her psychotherapy skills, practice therapeutic techniques in real-world settings, and collaborate closely with experienced clinicians. Her long-term goal is to provide comprehensive psychiatric care that combines both psychotherapy and pharmacologic management.
Outside of her clinical training, she values mindfulness, movement, and quality time with her family. She brings curiosity, openness, and a client-centered approach to her practice, and looks forward to contributing to the supportive, collaborative environment at Inner Compass.
OWNER AND BUSINESS DIRECTOR
Rachel Rothenberg
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Rachel is co-owner and Chief Financial Officer of The Inner Compass Collective. With a background in accounting and business management, Rachel took to mental health private practice as an administrator, and quickly saw how she could help advocate for clients and clinicians alike. She and Adam believe that care of clinicians will lead to better outcomes for their clients, and endeavors to similarly provide quality customer service and care to those who join the Collective.
Rachel offers consultations to clinicians and clients alike, when it comes to better budget balancing or managing their business. In the spare time she finds, she’s an avid reader and gamer, who enjoys getting lost in other worlds.
She can be reached at rrothenberg@inner-compass.org.
A modern approach
It’s essential for us that our clients get personalized suggestions on who from our team is the best match. Rather than do things the typical way, we’ve created a proprietary system designed around our patients’ needs. Furthermore, our Clinical Director personally matches all clients with the best possible clinician on our team. You’re even welcome to reach out to him and let him know your specific needs.
Hate has no place here.
The Inner Compass Collective prides itself on being a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for people of all backgrounds, identities, and orientations. We believe that everyone deserves compassionate, judgment-free support, no matter their journey. Our practice is rooted in the values of respect, authenticity, and empowerment, ensuring that every individual feels seen, heard, and valued. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking healing from past experiences, or looking to foster personal growth, our dedicated team is here to walk alongside you with understanding and care.
Shaping the future of mental health
This mentorship model not only enhances clinical expertise but also nurtures ongoing professional development and self-care. Furthermore, these collaborations with local academic institutions foster a dynamic exchange between research and clinical practice. Workshops, seminars, and continuing education ensure that students and practitioners stay abreast of the latest insights and innovative techniques. Ultimately, The Inner Compass Collective is dedicated to cultivating resilient, skilled, and compassionate clinicians who are prepared to meet the evolving needs of their communities.
The Inner Compass Collective holds the education of future mental health professionals as a core value. Through robust partnerships with local universities, Inner Compass integrates academic theory with practical experience, empowering students with hands-on exposure to diverse clinical settings. Training focuses on critical thinking, cultural competence, and ethical practice, and includes supervised placements with us where emerging professionals can apply evidence-based approaches under the guidance of seasoned clinicians.