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12-Hour Alcohol Education (AEP) Program 
Eldersburg Location Only 

Anchor Counseling Centers offers a 12-Hour Alcohol Education Program (AEP), approved by the State of Maryland, designed to meet court and MVA requirements for DUI/DWI offenses. Our program is available at our Eldersburg, MD location, serving residents of Carroll County and surrounding areas.​

Program Overview

  • Duration: 6 weeks (2 hours per week)
  • Total Hours: 12 hours
  • Location: 1645 Liberty Rd #104, Eldersburg, MD 21784 (Carroll County)
  • Facilitator: Kaleigh Watson, LCSW-C
Our structured curriculum addresses the consequences of impaired driving, substance abuse education, and strategies for behavioral change. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion, which is recognized by Maryland courts and the MVA.

Why Choose Anchor Counseling Centers?

  • State-Approved Program: Meets all Maryland legal requirements for DUI education.
  • Experienced Staff: Licensed professionals with expertise in substance abuse counseling.
  • Convenient Scheduling: Flexible class times to accommodate your needs.
  • Comprehensive Support: Access to additional mental health services if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this program accepted by Carroll County courts?
A: Yes, our 12-Hour AEP is state-approved and recognized by courts throughout Maryland, including Carroll County.

Q: What if I need more intensive treatment?
A: We offer comprehensive assessments and can provide referrals to additional services based on individual needs.

Q: Are virtual classes available?
A: Currently, our DUI Program is offered in-person at our Eldersburg location to meet state requirements.

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Locations

Bel Air 
260 Gateway Drive Unit 4A
Bel Air, MD 21014
Columbia
10440 Shaker ​Dr
#207
Columbia, MD 21046
Cumberland
111 S George St.
#2
Cumberland, MD 21502
Eldersburg
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1645 Liberty Rd
​#104
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Frederick
1003 W 7th St,
Suite 403
Frederick, MD 21701
Stevenson
1925 Old Valley Rd
​Second Floor Stevenson, MD 21153 
Sykesville
​
​7524 Main ​St
#101
​Sykesville, MD 21784

New patients: [email protected]
Billing Questions: [email protected]
Phone
443-328-4946
​Fax 
443-539-8173
Suicide & Crisis Line
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Our Mission: ACC is dedicated to promoting positive mental health and wellness through education and high quality mental health counseling to all who seek it.

Our Vision: To provide top quality mental health services and psychological safety for all.
Careers
  • Services
    • Autism Testing
    • DUI Program
    • Equine Therapy
    • Expressive Arts Therapy >
      • Alyssa Einhorn, LGPAT
      • Emily Kendall, LCPAT, LCPC
      • Michaelanne Helms, LGPC, LGPAT
      • Monique Williams, LGPAT
      • Hannah Snyder, LCPC, LCPAT, Art Therapist
      • Marlee Gordon, LGPC
    • Groups
    • Mental Health Therapy
    • Superhero Blog
  • Meet the Team!
    • Bel Air, MD >
      • Krystin Conway, LCSW-C
      • Molly Maisel, LGPC
    • Columbia, MD >
      • Amen Okojie, LGPC
      • Dylan Weinstock
      • Janelle Morgan, LMSW
      • Jennifer Valenta, LCSW-C
      • Marlee Gordon, LGPC
      • Ryan Rosenthal, LGPC
      • Sam Baysic, LGPC
      • Valerie Coblentz, LCSW-C
      • Julia Stanley, Intern
      • Kaylee Bolger, Intern
    • Cumberland, MD >
      • Cynthia Knight, LCPC, LCADC
      • Jessica Ryan, LCSW-C
      • Karen Baughman, PMHNP-BC
      • Linzi Emerick
      • Michaelanne Helms, LGPC, LGPAT
    • Eldersburg, MD >
      • Elizabeth Higdon, LCSW-C
      • Lydia Heimlich, LMSW
      • Natalie Simms-Granger, LMSW
      • Olivia Hiller, LMSW
      • Ryan Rosenthal, LGPC
      • Madeliene Moses, LMSW
      • McKenna Boyce, Intern
    • Frederick, MD >
      • Alyssa Einhorn, LGPAT
      • Hanna Murchake, LCPC
      • Lydia Heimlich, LMSW
      • Patricia Ullman, LGPC
      • Sade Spriggs, LMSW
    • Stevenson, MD >
      • David Adashek, LCPC
      • Monique Williams, LGPAT
      • ​Susan Buczkowski, LCSW-C
      • Francesca Crevoiserat, Intern
    • Sykesville, MD >
      • Amen Okojie, LGPC
      • Elizabeth Higdon, LCSW-C
      • Hannah Snyder, LCPC, LCPAT, Art Therapist
      • Kaleigh Watson, LCSW-C
      • Mary Nash Wilson, LMSW
      • Molly Beck
      • Jill Bankard, Intern
      • Whitney Thompson, LCPC
    • Telehealth Only >
      • Bryn Upton, LGPC
      • David Poleno, LCSW-C
      • Emaline Printz, LGPC
      • Emily Kendall, LCPAT, LCPC
      • Jessie Lewis Bettendorf, LGPC
      • Jessica Ryan, LCSW-C
      • Jessica Smith, LGPC
      • Kate Sprague, LCSW-C
      • Kathy Waisman-Bush, LCPC
      • Mingxin Wei, LGPC
      • Stephen Harrison, LGPC
      • Taylor Savage, LMSW
    • Support Staff >
      • Blessie Demonteverde
      • Taylor Dorsey
    • Medication Management >
      • Qieron Bowie, CRNP
      • Karen Baughman, PMHNP-BC
  • New Patients
  • Consulting