Michael Serene, LCSW-C

Hello! I am first and foremost a Professional Listener who looks forward to hearing your story in full confidence, and helping you find ways to achieve peace, contentment, and power in your life. I believe every challenge in life deserves to be heard, and every person deserves support and professional, competent assistance in addressing those challenges. I share the practice, Serene Therapy, with my wife, Jennifer Serene, LCSW-C. We are family owned with over 30 years of experience in creating hope and healing for those in need.
My expertise is in depression, anxiety, stress, and how they relate to life transitions, loneliness, relationships, child and family needs, and the challenges of aging. I have extensive training and experience with mental health, trauma, crisis intervention, child abuse, elder abuse, family conflict, financial crisis, and stress due to serious health issues.
It is my sincere and strong belief that every individual has the power to transform their life and achieve their goals. My objective with every client to help them realize and activate their own internal power. I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals.

• BA Pyschology, Towson University, Towson, MD

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Children
• Couples
• Families

• Addiction
• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Caregiver Stress
• Chemical Dependency
• Childhood Trauma
• Chronic Illness
• Co-Occurring Disorders
• Depression
• Divorce
• Family Conflicts
• Family Systems
• Family/Peer Relationship Issues
• First Responders
• Formerly Incarcerated Adults
• Grief and Loss
• Healthy Coping Strategies
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Life Changes
• Life Transitions
• Mood Disorders
• PTSD
• Parenting Support
• Relationship Issues
• Self-Esteem
• Stress Management
• Substance Abuse
• Trauma
• Trauma/PTSD
• Vulnerable and Aging Adults
• Young Adults

• Aetna
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Cigna
• Independence Blue Cross
• Kaiser Permanente
• Self-Pay
• United Healthcare/Optum