Narlie Bedney
A licensed therapist and the founder of Joy Restored LLC
About the Therapist
Welcome — I’m so glad you’re here
I’m Narlie Bedney, a licensed therapist and the founder of Joy Restored LLC, where I provide telehealth therapy for residents of Maryland. My passion is helping adults, teens, and families navigate life’s transitions and find healing, hope, and clarity in the process.
From parenting challenges to relationship changes, grief, or the lingering impact of childhood pain, I believe therapy is a place to slow down, be seen, and reconnect with your strength. My goal is to help you feel grounded, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change — one step at a time.
My Approach
I approach therapy as a collaborative journey. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, identify patterns that no longer serve you, and build tools for lasting emotional balance.
My work draws from evidence-based approaches including:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): building emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): understanding and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): learning to accept difficult emotions while moving toward your values
Through these methods, I help clients strengthen self-awareness, compassion, and resilience. I see therapy as a safe space for curiosity and growth — where healing doesn’t have to mean perfection, just progress toward feeling more like yourself again.
Let’s Begin
Reaching out for therapy is a brave step, and you don’t have to have everything figured out before you start. If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing and rediscovery, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.