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I am committed to providing an empathic, warm, and judgment-free space where you can feel understood and empowered....
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I am committed to providing an empathic, warm, and judgment-free space where you can feel understood and empowered.
Alex Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of experience. She works with clients 18+, and specializes in anxiety disorders, depression, self-esteem issues, and ADHD management.
Alex has her Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She holds a child welfare certificate from Michigan State University and has experience in crisis intervention, foster care systems, and trauma-informed care.
Alex believes therapy should be collaborative and rooted in trust. She creates a warm, judgment-free space and focuses on building strong therapeutic relationships as the foundation for meaningful change.
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As an African American woman, I understand identity issues....
As an African American woman, I understand identity issues.
Donna Young is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia with over 20 years of experience assisting adolescents, teens, young adults, and families with managing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and adjusting to life’s ups and downs.
Donna obtained her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She takes an eclectic approach that meets the client where they are and encompasses cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered therapy. She focuses on assisting the client with gaining insight and awareness that will facilitate growth and understanding to meet the needs of the client.
Donna works toward establishing a therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, honesty, and unconditional positive regard. She will create an environment where the client will feel safe and comfortable being open and exploring ways to develop skills.
As an ethnic woman of color who has lived in different countries, I'm able to understand and empathize with different thought proc...
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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Thriveworks offers Stress management therapy, a type of therapy that helps people learn how to effectively manage and release their stress through the use of relaxation techniques, time-management practices, and mindfulness, among others. Relieving stress can greatly improve an individual’s mental health, as stress can detrimentally affect one’s emotional and physical well-being.
Stress management therapy functions by identifying the source(s) of stress and the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that are tied to it, then addressing them and creating healthy strategies for dealing with stress on a long-term basis. Additionally, Stress management therapy also helps people discover what warning signs they have that can let them know that they are stressed so that they can be more proactive in managing it.
The effectiveness of stress management therapy can vary from person to person, but some widely used and effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and relaxation techniques.
Five stress management counseling strategies include:
Whether to seek therapy for stress depends on the severity and impact of the stress on your life. If stress is significantly affecting your well-being, relationships, or daily functioning, therapy can be a helpful option to learn coping strategies and gain support. It’s important to assess your own needs and consult a mental health professional for guidance on whether therapy is appropriate for your situation.
Yes, stress management counseling can help significantly reduce the amount of anxiety that you feel.
Stress management treatment at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For those with low amounts of anxiety and stress and simple goals, stress management therapy can be fewer than 12 sessions. However, for those with intense anxiety and more severe symptoms, therapy will likely last longer in order to effectively treat their stress and mitigate their symptoms.
Is the stress in your personal life and professional life overwhelming you? When it goes unmanaged, stress can have harmful effects on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Be sure to put your health and well-being first and get it under control. We know—easier said than done. Fortunately, we have stress therapists who are experts at helping others manage and cope with stress.
If you’re in the Bethesda, MD area and you’re struggling with stress, consider working with a stress therapist at Thriveworks Bethesda. We want to help you cope with work stress, parenting stress, and other forms of stress. If you’re ready to schedule your first stress therapy appointment, call us today at (240) 513-3093. Thriveworks Bethesda can help you with stress management right now.
As we touched on above, it is normal and okay to experience stress in your personal and professional life. In fact, stress is our natural reaction to self-perceived threats, be it sitting in hour-long traffic, which is making you late for work, or getting into a fight with your significant other that could potentially put your relationship in jeopardy. It is important to recognize that you cannot control these stressors and stop them from happening (in most cases); what you can control, though, is your reaction to stress and the actions you take afterward.
Many of us automatically react to stressful events with anger, frustration, and other negative emotions. These emotions might lead us to scream, cry, lash out at loved ones, or even binge-drink. We can all benefit from taking a few minutes to guide the direction of the stress we are experiencing. For example, we can better benefit from…
Is stress completely controlling your life? Has it stolen all of your energy or happiness? If you’re in the Bethesda, MD area, you can find stress management help at Thriveworks Bethesda. Stress is a normal part of life, but that doesn’t mean that it has to rule your life. Our stress therapists can help you get to the root of your stress if you don’t know where it stems from; they can also help you adopt healthier techniques for managing stressful times.
We can start helping you with your stress the second you call in to schedule an appointment at Thriveworks Bethesda. We will help you feel relief by getting you scheduled immediately. We can even offer you a same-week appointment if that suits your schedule. Our scheduling staff will do everything they can to help you find an appointment that suits your needs. And our providers will do everything they can to help you with stress management and stress relief.
If you are in the Bethesda Maryland area and you are suffering from stress, call Thriveworks Bethesda right now to get scheduled with a stress therapist. You can reach us at (240) 513-3093.
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