Clinical approaches used across our team
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-focused therapy
- Strengths-based approach
- Motivational interviewing
- Contemplative psychotherapy
- Culturally responsive care
- Trauma-informed practice
- Mindfulness-based approaches
FOUNDER & CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Jonathan Kwaku Baiden , LCSW-C
LCSW-C CBT Contemplative psychotherapy Solution-focused Culturally responsive Virtual-first
Jonathan brings years of experience across child welfare, community-based social work, clinical and behavioral therapy, supervised visitation facilitation, clinical management, and outpatient mental health administration. He built Baiden & Associates PLLC on a simple but deeply held belief — that quality mental health care should feel human, not transactional.
He works with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem challenges, and major life transitions — with a particular focus on men who are often told to “tough it out” rather than seek real support. His approach is warm, direct, and grounded in evidence-based practice.
Prior to opening his own practice, Jonathan trained in crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies, working with men, women, and children to navigate life’s most difficult moments. Since earning his clinical license, he has also supported individuals and families coping with terminal illness — work that continues to shape how he shows up for every client.
Clinical Approach
Jonathan draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness-based techniques, and Motivational Interviewing — selecting the approach that best fits where each client is in their journey, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Education & Training
Master of Social Work — Leadership emphasis
Indiana University School of Social Work · 2015
Bachelor of Social Work
Indiana University School of Social Work · 2014
Licenses & Certifications
Jonathan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland (LCSW-C), Virginia (LICSW), Washington D.C. (LICSW), North Carolina (LCSW), and Ohio (LISW-S). He is also a Board Approved Supervisor, a Certified Family Mediator, and a Certified Supervised Visitation Facilitator.
A Little About the Person Behind the Practice
Jonathan is a proud husband and father of two beautiful children — the heartbeat of everything he does. He and his wife Jaynell call Prince George’s County, Maryland home.
Outside the office, you’ll find Jonathan on the soccer field — a lifelong Juventus F.C. supporter who loves both watching and playing the game. He also enjoys chess, a good podcast, and music that spans Afrobeats, Reggae, Classical, Country, R&B, and Soul. His wide range of interests and curiosity say a lot about how he shows up for his clients — open, engaged, and genuinely present.
What Clients Are Saying
ABOUT US
Leading mental health services and supervised visitation in MD, VA, and Washington D.C.
To provide quality mental health and visitation services by empowering individuals, loved ones, and groups in adapting capable ways to overcome challenges and build a full, meaningful life.
As a valued service provider, we will passionately work together to foster a culture of positive change in the lives of those we serve and invest in meeting their needs.
Respect, Empathy, Cultural Responsiveness, Integrity, and Transparency.
MEET THE TEAM
Licensed clinicians committed to your care
Jonathan Baiden, LCSW-C
LCSW-C
Founder
CBT
About
Jonathan Baiden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Baiden & Associates PLLC. His clinical background spans individual therapy, behavioral health operations, and court-ordered family services — giving him rare depth across both direct practice and systems-level work.
Specialties
- Anxiety & depression
- Men's mental health
- PTSD & trauma
- Grief & life transitions
Credentials
LCSW-CMSW
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OptumAetnaCignaCarelon
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LCSW CBT Solution-focused
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SERVICES WE PROVIDE
One practice. Three ways we serve.
Individual therapy
Behavioral health · MD, DC, VA, NC & OH
Supervised visitation
Court-ordered family services · MD, VA & DC
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Operational support for providers
OUR VALUES
What guides every decision we make
Compassion
Every client, family, and provider is met with genuine care — not judgment.
Cultural responsiveness
Identity, background, and lived experience are always part of the clinical picture.
Evidence-based practice
CBT, solution-focused, and trauma-informed approaches grounded in research.
Privacy & safety
HIPAA-compliant, fully confidential, and secure across every service we provide.
Maryland Washington D.C. Virginia North Carolina Ohio
Optum Aetna Cigna Carelon Private pay
LCSW-C MSW BSW HIPAA compliant Fully insured