Walden/Sierra is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving Southern Maryland since 1973 through crisis services, counseling and substance abuse treatment.
As part of our commitment to providing community-based services to individuals, couples and families, we have d eveloped a strong network of partnerships with local schools, community agencies and the judicial system.


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Is My Relationship Healthy?

Some of the Common Factors of a Healthy Relationship
I am with someone who is supportive of what I do and encourages me to try new things.
The person I am with makes me feel good about myself and listens when I want to talk.
I can spend time with my friends, my family and pursue my own interests without being made to feel bad or without having to worry about what my partner will say or do.
My friends and family think my partner is good for me.

Some of the Common Factors of an Unhealthy Relationship
My partner always "checks" on me - stopping by, calling, texting, having friends check on me.
I can't seem to win - either I am spending too much time on my appearance or not enough.
Anything bad that happens to my partner somehow ends up my fault. I "walk on eggshells".
My partner shouts, threatens, throws or breaks things, punches walls, hurts me or threatens to destroy my things. This may be in front of others or when we are alone and no one sees or hears.

You deserve a safe, healthy relationship without fear or violence!
To talk to a counselor about your relationship, contact Walden
301-863-6661
24-hour hotline Appointments and walk-in assistance available!



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