
Antonio Hedgepeth
LMSW
Therapist
Antonio Hedgepeth, LMSW, is dedicated to improving access to mental health and addiction services, advocating strongly for vulnerable populations. His therapeutic approach focuses on healing, resilience, and self-awareness, empowering individuals to regain control of their lives.
Antonio views therapy not as a search for quick fixes, but as the creation of a "Brave Space" where individuals can explore their strengths, identify barriers, and develop a clear path to growth. He aims to be a trustworthy support during your most challenging moments.
With over seven years of experience in the mental health field, Antonio is a certified peer recovery specialist and has completed a substance use disorder fellowship. He currently provides therapy services to students in Prince George's County Schools.
Utilizing a person-centered approach, Antonio integrates various treatment modalities, including Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, narrative therapy, play therapy, psychodynamic theory, rational emotive theory, social skills training, strengths-based therapy, and trauma-focused CBT. He also offers Integrated Christian counseling for those who desire this perspective. Antonio is skilled in treating a wide range of challenges, such as addiction, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, chronic pain, communication issues, depression, domestic violence, grief, LGBTQ+ concerns, life transitions, OCD, panic disorders, personality disorders, postpartum concerns, self-esteem challenges, spirituality, stress management, trauma, and family concerns.
Outside of his professional life, Antonio enjoys spending time with his family and painting.
"The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love." — Hubert H. Humphrey
Education
Bachelor Degree in Psychology, University of Maryland Global Campus
Masters of Social Work , University of Maryland Baltimore
Specialized Training
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Substance Use Disorder Fellow, University of Maryland, Baltimore
Location(s)
Prince George's Co. Public Schools
Client Population
Children, Adolescents and Adults
Treatment Modalities
Integrated Christian counseling, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, narrative therapy, person-centered, play therapy, psychodynamic theory, rational emotive theory, social skills training, strengths based therapy, trauma-focused CBT
Challenges Treated
Addiction concerns, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, chronic pain, communication challenges, dealing with divorce/separation, depression, divorce recovery, domestic violence, family conflict, grief, infidelity/affair recovery, LGBTQ+ concerns, life transitions, OCD, panic disorders, personality disorders, postpartum concerns, self-esteem challenges, spirituality, stress management, trauma


