Pro Bono Counseling Removes Barriers to Mental Health Support

Mental health counseling can be a powerful tool to aid in personal growth and development. It can help a person flourish mentally, physically, emotionally, and even professionally.

“Counseling’s not just about overcoming struggles—it can be about unlocking your potential and living a more fulfilling and balanced life,” explains Pro Bono Counseling Clinical Director Sherri Bloom.

Unfortunately, many people in Maryland still face difficulties accessing mental health care that can enable them to achieve their personal growth and development goals. That why Pro Bono Counseling exists. Our mission is to remove barriers and provide relief by connecting Marylanders to mental health support.

Working with Immigrant Clients in Tumultuous Times

Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) is grateful to our network of volunteer clinicians for the time and dedication you provide to Marylanders facing difficult circumstances. We recognize that the current environment may provide unique challenges for clients with marginalized status. Here are key considerations for you to keep in mind.

Pro Bono Counseling Receives Reginald F. Lewis Community Award at JEDI Ceremony

The Pro Bono Counseling team was honored to receive the Reginald F. Lewis Community Award during the University of Maryland School of Social Work's JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Award Ceremony on March 13.

This special recognition highlights PBC's unwavering dedication and commitment to social justice and mental health advocacy.

Join Us for Pro Bono Counseling's Annual Gratitude Gathering

Get your tickets today for PBC’s Gratitude Gathering on Wednesday, May 14, as we celebrate and honor our incredible volunteers for their invaluable contributions to ensuring all Marylanders have access to mental health care. We’ll also recognize our generous supporters and community partners who help make this work possible.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available! By sponsoring this event, your organization will directly support the hundreds of licensed mental health professionals who volunteer their time to serve Marylanders in need.

Don't miss this special evening of appreciation and community!

Welcome New Pro Bono Counseling Volunteers

Enrolling as a volunteer with Pro Bono Counseling offers many benefits. As a volunteer, you'll enjoy screened and matched clients based upon your case preferences and availability, case consultations, peer networking, and free online and in-person continuing education workshops offering 50+ credits annually.

Welcome to the following mental health clinicians who joined PBC as volunteers last month!

Anah Alie
Tania Arostegui, LCSW-C
Jill Bankard
Kristin Custer, LCPC
Rebecca Johnson, LGPC
Christine Nguyen
Stephanie Prymas, LCPC

Have you thought about volunteering with PBC?

If you’re a licensed counselor, social worker, psychologist, or therapist, please join us!

ENROLL TODAY

Enhance Your Skills at PBC's Continuing Education Workshops

Don't miss this chance to expand your skills and continue delivering exceptional care to meet the diverse and evolving needs of your clients.

Active PBC volunteers can attend for free, while all clinicians and community members are invited to attend for a nominal registration fee.

We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming workshop!

Pro Bono Counseling's Community Connections

Pro Bono Counseling (PBC) is committed to ensuring that mental health support is accessible to all Marylanders. As part of this mission, PBC actively participates in community outreach events across the state, engaging with individuals, families, and organizations to raise awareness about free mental health resources and connect those in need with professional counseling services.

If you are hosting a community event and would like PBC to participate, or if you're interested in volunteering, please contact PBC's Outreach Manager. Together, we can make mental health care more accessible for all!

PBC Resource Corner: Helping Up Mission

Helping Up Mission offers a free, long-term recovery program for men and women facing addiction and homelessness in the Greater Baltimore Area. Their mission combines spiritual care, community support, and practical resources to help individuals address the root causes of substance abuse and poverty.

Provide Your Neighbor with Mental Health Counseling - Give Today

Pro Bono Counseling provides free, compassionate counseling to individuals, couples, and families across Maryland. Whether facing stress, anxiety, grief, life transitions, or relationship challenges, no one should struggle alone.

With the support of generous donors, we ensure that Marylanders have access to the mental healthcare they need—regardless of their financial situation.

You can make a difference. Join us in breaking down barriers to mental health care. Your support helps connect people with the counseling they deserve.

Give today and change a life.

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