University of maryland school of medicine in Severna Park, Maryland

Tana Clarke is a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Waypoint Wellness Center, located at 877 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard in Severna Park, Maryland. With extensive experience in working with children and adolescents facing various mental health challenges, Tana specializes in addressing attention and behavior problems, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum symptoms, trauma, and self-harm behaviors. She is also skilled in psycho-educational and neuropsychological assessment. Tana's therapeutic approach is rooted in skills-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), aiming to empower individuals to better manage their emotional well-being. She is certified in DBT through the DBTNCAA and holds a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the University of Maryland at College Park, as well as a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology.

Donna Ticknor is a board-certified adult psychiatrist located at 877 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park, Maryland. With extensive experience in providing psychiatric diagnostic assessments, prescribing medications, and offering psychotherapy to adults and older adolescents, Donna specializes in treating a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, ADHD, and more. She encourages a collaborative approach to treatment and is dedicated to providing personalized care to her diverse patient population. Donna received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Kansas and her medical training from the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine. She completed her psychiatric residency training at George Washington University, where she served as Chief Psychiatry Resident. With a background in psychodynamic psychotherapy and training in various therapeutic modalities, Donna has a wealth of experience in treating patients from different backgrounds and communities.