Courtney Harris is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 25 years of dedicated experience across diverse settings. She founded Anchored in Hope Therapy Studio to bring compassionate, personalized mental health care to individuals and families in Maryland. Courtney’s journey began early, inspired by the idea of helping others, a passion that has remained central to her life and career. Her professional path has taken her through intensive care units, therapeutic group homes, child welfare services, and schools, allowing her to work directly with individuals facing complex challenges and difficult circumstances. This breadth of experience shapes her approach today, allowing her to meet clients with empathy and insight rooted in real-world understanding.

In her practice at Anchored in Hope Therapy Studio, Courtney focuses on helping clients build resilience, self-confidence, and healthy coping strategies to navigate life’s obstacles. Her specialties include grief, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, where she draws on a range of techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, and person-centered approaches. Courtney views therapy as a collaborative journey, where she and her clients work together to understand and address challenges, focusing on each person’s unique strengths and goals. Her priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel supported in exploring their thoughts and feelings, encouraging growth and healing in ways that resonate deeply.

At Anchored in Hope Therapy Studio, Courtney is committed to helping each client discover a path forward with hope and clarity. She believes that everyone deserves to feel heard and understood and that meaningful change happens when clients are empowered to take an active role in their own growth. Her practice serves as a supportive, welcoming space for all, where clients can work toward a balanced, fulfilling life. Whether meeting online or in person, Courtney’s goal is to be a steadfast partner in her clients’ journeys, helping them find the courage and resilience to thrive.