- Client-centered care
- Mindfulness and CBT
- Focus on coping
About Yasmin
Yasmin Elkhair is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 25 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship struggles, and codependency concerns. She works with people who are also managing addictions, bipolar mood issues, caregiving strain, career stress, and shifts that come with major life changes. Her approach is practical and conversational. Sessions focus on what the person needs right now and on small steps that fit into everyday life.
She blends several therapy styles rather than relying on a single method. That lets her match tools to the problem at hand. Common techniques she uses include cognitive reframing, reality testing, relaxation skills, journaling, and mindfulness practices. These are used to help reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
In sessions she aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk through difficult feelings without pressure. The work is collaborative - she and the client build a treatment plan together. Clients set the pace and decide which goals matter most to them.
Yasmin uses a client-centered foundation alongside approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based trauma work, and psychodynamic ideas. This mix supports both short-term problem solving and deeper exploration when needed. Her style is steady, practical, and focused on helping people regain balance.
She practices in the District of Columbia and provides care in English. People who want to begin are asked to use the site Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule according to therapist availability.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy puts the person’s goals first and focuses on listening and reflection to clarify what matters. This approach helps with motivation, self-esteem, and making choices about next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises like cognitive reframing and behavior experiments to address anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce overwhelm and improve emotional regulation; it can be helpful for trauma symptoms and chronic worry.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can shift as the work progresses.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week, keeping continuity when travel or scheduling changes occur, and using short check-ins when a quick adjustment is needed. This profile does not list specific session formats here, so please confirm current session options before booking. The focus is on finding approaches that fit into daily life and support steady progress.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and communication problems, codependency, addictions, and life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She focuses on conversation, small steps, and tools like journaling and relaxation to improve daily functioning.
What is her professional background?
She has 25 years of experience working in clinical settings with a range of concerns including PTSD, mood disorders, and caregiving stress.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW - practicing in the District of Columbia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and sessions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.