Cultivating Healing Through Connection

A collaborative, client-led mental health counseling practice providing evidence-based, culturally responsive care for young adults and adults.

We have a particular interest in supporting Black women, women of color, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities while welcoming clients from all backgrounds.

Virtual Therapy Throughout Maryland & Washington, DC

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Individual Therapy

A collaborative space to explore your unique experiences and define what healing means for you. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating change, struggling in relationships, processing grief, exploring your identity, managing anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, we'll work together using culturally responsive, evidence-based approaches tailored to your strengths, values, and goals while building practical tools for meaningful, lasting growth.

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Family Therapy

A collaborative space for families to reconnect, communicate, and grow together. Whether you're navigating parenting challenges, adolescent concerns, family conflict, blended family dynamics, or major life transitions, we'll work together to strengthen relationships and create healthier ways of supporting one another.

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Support for Your Journey

Offering warm, collaborative care for individuals from all backgrounds, with a particular passion for supporting Black women, women of color, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities through every stage of healing, growth, and well-being.

Couples Therapy

Strengthen your bond through open communication, trust, and understanding. Whether you're experiencing conflict, preparing for marriage, navigating parenthood, rebuilding trust, or adjusting to life's transitions, we'll work together to foster healthier patterns of connection and lasting growth.

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Organizational Consulting & Professional Development

Professional workshops and consultation tailored to your organization's unique needs. Whether you're looking to strengthen employee well-being, address burnout, develop leaders, or promote psychologically healthy workplace cultures, we provide engaging, evidence-based training designed for lasting impact.

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Group Therapy

Find community while growing alongside others who share similar experiences. Whether you're looking for support, personal growth, or meaningful connection, group therapy provides a welcoming space to gain new perspectives, build resilience, develop practical coping skills, and learn alongside others in a supportive environment.

Meet The Boylan Effect

The Boylan Effect is a virtual mental health counseling practice grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. We believe therapy is a collaborative process—one that creates space for exploration, healing, and meaningful growth while helping individuals navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, clarity, and resilience.

Founded by Jonay Boylan, LGPC, The Boylan Effect reflects a commitment to providing thoughtful, personalized care that honors each person's unique story. Therapy is never one-size-fits-all—every therapeutic relationship is built around your strengths, values, and goals while fostering resilience, self-understanding, and lasting growth.

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Insurance & Coverage

We currently accept self-pay and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We invite you to contact us to verify your insurance benefits and understand any copays or out-of-pocket costs before we begin our work together. For clients who are out-of-network, we can provide superbills or discuss direct payment options to ensure your journey is

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