Lauren, getting counseling sounds like a good idea. You are fortunate to live in a part of the US which has therapists familiar with transgender issues.
I remember that the decision to get counseling was a big psychological hurdle for me. In part, this was because I had the notion that setting foot on the path would inevitably lead me to transition (and all it entails.) However, this is not the case. The purpose of counseling is to help you decide what is best for you.
I am not familiar with the Maryland area so I can't recommend any resources. Do you have a therapist in mind? Will paying for the therapy be a problem since you are in school?