About Us

Joyce King is a licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Addictions Counselor (CSC-AD) through the state of Maryland and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) from the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).  Joyce is a decorated veteran who served 16 years in the United States Air Force in the behavioral health field that included mental health, addictions and family advocacy.  She has a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland University College.  Joyce has more than 21 years of experience working with individuals and families.  

The GateHouse Counseling Services was founded on the idea that healthy individuals make healthy families and healthy communities.  Joyce uses a variety of evidenced based practices that are person-centered and solution focused.  Individuals are encouraged to change unhealthy patterns of thinking, behaving and emotional expression that diminishes their quality of life.  My overarching goal is to educate and assist clients with developing effective coping skills to manage whatever issue that they may encounter.