About Us

Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a supportive environment to help our clients fully embrace change and become connected with a better version of themselves.
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is to provide our clients with high-quality psychotherapy services where clients feel validated in non-judgmental, flexible environment.


Our Approach
At Better Self Therapeutic Center, we strive to provide individualized treatment to help you reach the best version of yourself. We pride ourselves on transparency, relatability, and versatility while utilizing meaningful connections to grow create lasting change.
Our goal is to create a safe space for you to feel seen while experiencing validation. Whether it’s processing generational cycles, navigating difficult emotions, life stressors, self-esteem, or relationship issues, we hope to help you identify the best route for your self-growth journey.
Meet Allison & Jodi
BSTC Founders
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After nearly 20 years of friendship and choosing the same career path, we decided to come together to create a space where clients can comfortably work on improving their overall wellbeing and gain a better understanding of themselves.
With almost a decade of experience as mental health clinicians, we have seen the gaps in cultural competence, empathy, and personalized treatment across the medical field. Our goal is to create a space where people like us feel heard and understood.
At Better Self Therapeutic Center, we emphasize the importance of mental health as a priority and challenge the stigma surrounding mental health support. We are here to help our clients understand their past, navigate their present, and plan for their future.
We understand that seeking mental health support can be daunting, but we are here to provide the support you need.
We Can Help.
Our Team

Allison Allen, LMSW
Currently Accepting: Self-Pay Only and CareFirst, and Blue Cross Blue Shield
Specialties:
Anxiety | Depression | Self-Esteem Issues | Generational Trauma | Relationship Issues

Jodi Francis, LCSW-C
Currently Accepting: Maryland Medicaid, CareFirst BlueCross, and United Healthcare
Specialties:
Anxiety | Depression | Self-Esteem Issues | Generational Trauma | Relationship Issues
BEGIN YOUR BETTER SELF JOURNEY TODAY!
Starting the journey to your better self and taking control of your mental health can be challenging. We promise to meet you where you are and work with you at your own pace on this journey.
Message us today to schedule a consultation. You won't regret taking back control of your mental health.
Please note that clients must be in the state of Maryland for therapy services.
Call Us
Better Self Therapeutic Center is NOT a crisis or emergency service center. If you are currently experiencing a crisis or psychiatric emergency, please call 911, go to your nearest emergency room, or call The Prince Georges County Crisis Center at (301) 429 - 2185