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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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Trauma therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on treating the psychological impact of traumatic events on individuals. Trauma therapy helps people process and heal from their trauma by guiding them through their trauma in a compassionate and supportive way, allowing clients to feel the full scope of what happened to them and eventually move on from the event(s). This process helps people who have experienced trauma find ways to feel safe in their lives.
Trauma therapy will often require individuals to walk through their experiences in a controlled and compassionate setting (unless the client has a dissociative disorder) so that they can fully process the event, an activity that will allow them to move on from what happened and feel safe again. Thriveworks Bethesda therapists will also help clients learn healthy coping mechanisms to deal with their symptoms outside of therapy.
Thriveworks trauma counseling in Bethesda, MD is conducted both in person and online through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If an individual is working through a single event that occurred during adulthood, they may only need a few months of treatment. However, in instances of childhood trauma or repeated traumatic events, therapy may continue over the course of years. Trauma therapy usually ends when the client believes they have met their therapeutic goals, however long that takes to occur. Thriveworks therapists in Bethesda, MD will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.
A traumatic event is one that causes long-term harm, physically, mentally, or emotionally. Common examples of trauma include sexual abuse, war combat, natural disasters, and domestic violence. Whatever the traumatic event or circumstance is, it negatively impacts the victim’s life. One might have nightmares about their trauma every night or suffer from anxious thoughts related to the event. They might even experience uncontrollable physical reactions to people, places, or things that remind them of their trauma.
If the trauma goes unaddressed or is not properly managed, the victim might develop a condition called posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD comes with harmful symptoms like flashbacks, fear, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, emotional detachment, guilt, and more. The good news, though, is that it isn’t too late for an individual with PTSD to heal from the traumatic event they have experienced and live a happy, healthy life again.
Have you witnessed a traumatic event? Consider working with a trauma therapist, psychologist, or counselor at Thriveworks Bethesda. We have experts on staff who specialize in helping clients work through trauma and manage symptoms of PTSD. They have tools that will help you heal properly. To schedule an appointment, just give us a call at (240) 513-3093. A scheduling specialist will take your information and then set you up with a skilled, caring provider who can help you live better.
You might not recognize the signs and symptoms of PTSD, even if you are suffering with the disorder yourself. PTSD is characterized by the following:
The symptoms above can change life as you know it. They can make getting out of bed, concentrating at work, and enjoying your relationships extremely difficult. Fortunately, you can get effective treatment for your PTSD or traumatic experience. A trauma therapist or psychologist at Thriveworks Bethesda can help you to process the trauma, manage the damage, and ultimately live a happier life.
The therapists at Thriveworks Bethesda understand that every trauma is different. If you decide to partner with one of our trauma therapists or psychologists, they will first work to understand your specific experience and presentation of symptoms. They will then come up with a treatment plan that will best help you. Your trauma therapist will use multiple techniques to help you process the trauma, manage symptoms, and accomplish your goals in therapy. Several common goals include:
Every traumatic experience is different, which means every experience in therapy needs to be different. The trauma therapists at Thriveworks Bethesda tailor treatment to each client. They will work to provide the very best care for you. If you have witnessed a traumatic event and have yet to address it, give us a call today. We want to help you heal as soon as possible. And as far as we’re concerned, you’ve already waited long enough! Get back to a happier, healthier you.
If you’ve experienced a traumatic event, it’s important you get the proper care and treatment. The trauma therapists and psychologists at Thriveworks Bethesda possess a unique set of skills, have gone through extensive training, and have plenty of experience to help you live better. Additionally, they truly care about your wellbeing and they want to see you get back to that happy, healthy person you were before.
When you’re ready, call us at (240) 513-3093 to schedule an appointment. We offer evening and weekend sessions, accept most major insurances, and provide many other benefits. We look forward to hearing from you and we will be ready to get started!
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