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As an ethnic woman of color who has lived in different countries, I'm able to understand and empathize with different thought proc...
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As an ethnic woman of color who has lived in different countries, I'm able to understand and empathize with different thought processes based on one's identity and lived experiences.
Kalkidan Yilma is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. She is dedicated to fostering positive change, growth, and empowerment in the lives of her clients. She is committed to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to navigate life's challenges. Kalkidan specializes in helping clients navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship dynamics. Kalkidan completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
With a background working in both clinical and community settings, she was able to hone her skills in individual and group therapy. She tailors her methods to meet the needs of her clients by utilizing various treatments such as trauma-informed therapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.
Kalkidan's warm and empathic demeanor creates a space where clients feel heard and understood. She actively involves clients in therapy and believes in the power of collaboration in developing a sense of empowerment and self-discovery. Her goal is to guide individuals in building resilience, improving well-being, and strengthening their quality of life.
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My go-to approach for treating depression is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and positive psychology.
During sessions, I conduct:
As a therapist, I gauge the client's progress through various indicators observed during our sessions. Firstly, I rely on self-report assessments and the review of PHQ9 scores, which provide quantitative measures of the client's symptoms and mood over time. Additionally, I assess the client's engagement in therapy, noting their active participation, willingness to explore emotions, and openness to feedback and new coping strategies. Progress is also evident when the client demonstrates an improved understanding of their thought patterns and behaviors, as well as their ability to implement and generalize coping skills learned in therapy to real-life situations. Furthermore, positive changes in the client's mood, behavior, and overall functioning serve as key indicators of progress against depression.
To supplement counseling, clients can:
To prepare for sessions, clients should:
Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Bethesda, MD will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Common signs of depression include:
Thriveworks depression counseling in Bethesda, MD is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
A depression counselor or psychologist can help you manage the harmful symptoms that come with depression, from a change in energy levels, to irritability, lack of motivation, and more. They will assess your unique case of depression and then come up with a treatment plan tailored to you.
The counselors and therapists at Thriveworks are skilled, caring professionals. You don’t have to worry about judgment or lack of experience—they know what they’re doing, and they’ll do their best to help you live a happier, healthier life. Call (240) 513-3093 to schedule an appointment today.
The unfortunate events we mentioned above—an awful breakup, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job—can cause one to feel depressed. There are also many other factors that can come into play in the development of depression, both genetic and environmental. A depression counselor or psychologist can help you explore these potential causes, which will then assist them in coming up with the best treatment for you.
Depression comes with many debilitating symptoms, some of which we touched on above. Here’s a more comprehensive list:
There are two main treatments for depression: counseling (or therapy) and medication. Both have proven effective, but some individuals benefit more from one than the other. Let’s discuss these two approaches to treatment further:
A depression counselor at Thriveworks Bethesda can help you understand the cause of your depression and manage the harmful symptoms that come with it. They will walk you through the journey it takes to live a happy, healthy, successful life again. Call Thriveworks Bethesda today at (240) 513-3093 to schedule an appointment.
We’re ready to get started whenever you are. When you call us, you’ll speak with a scheduling specialist who will help you set up an appointment at your earliest convenience. We have flexible scheduling options, including evening and weekend appointments. This is part of our mission to offer premium mental health services to our clients. We truly care about you and want to help you live better.
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