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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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Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.
Thriveworks psychologists in Bethesda, MD provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.
Psychological treatment at Thriveworks Bethesda is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.
If you are in Montgomery County or the surrounding area, consider working with a psychologist at Thriveworks Bethesda. Here, our psychologists are of the skilled, experienced, and caring nature that you are looking for. This trio means that your psychologists is the best of the best and they can help you find success on your mental health journey. If you’re ready to schedule an appointment, reach out today. Just call (240) 513-3093 and a scheduling specialist will help you find the right psychologist to fit your needs.
The psychologists at Thriveworks Bethesda, MD possess training and skills that qualify them to help people just like you. They went through supervised training and completed several years of graduate school in order to excel at this important job. Now, they can help you in a lot of different ways, depending on what your needs and goals are. In any case, however, they will work to get to know you, including what’s bothering you or serving as a roadblock. This might include:
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If you are in Montgomery County or the surrounding area, consider working with a psychologist at Thriveworks Bethesda. Our psychologists can help you live a happy, fulfilled life after divorce; they can help you understand difficult emotions and offer diagnosis as well as treatment for mental illnesses; and they can help you and your family members reach a healthier place in your relationships with one another. Whatever you may need, a psychologist at Thriveworks Bethesda, MD will do everything they can to meet those needs. And they can help you as soon as tomorrow if that’s what you’re looking for.
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