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Dawit Yaszi

LCSW-C, 16 years of experience

Solution oriented
Direct
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

About me

Hi there, I'm Dawit. A Licensed psychotherapist with a master’s degree in clinical social work and Master Addiction Counselor with a total of 16 years of experience with adult population challenged with Substance dependence and any addiction. Every day-to-day life pulls us in many directions, and sometimes when we feel overwhelmed lose focus. You may have tried to deal with your problems, and your way may not be enough and you may not be able to deal with them on your own. Let's work together to develop a more effective plan so you can achieve your life goals. Are you struggling with your life directions due to addiction? Is it hard for you to be positively selfish and focus on your own problems as a priority? Whether you're dealing with any substance addiction or negative behavioral dependence, I'm here to help. Understanding that your way was not working and Seeking therapy is the first crucial step to make the change. You're making the right choice now. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is set to know each other and check if we are the best fit for the therapeutic process.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

I believe in collaborating and partnership with my clients and apply a variety of evidence-based treatment options which is rooted in a strength-based approach depending on client unique needs. Treatment options: Attachment-based • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) • Dialectical Behavior (DBT) • Eclectic • Emotionally based • Family and relationship focused • Humanistic • Integrative • Motivational Interviewing • Multicultural and Culturally Sensitive • Person-Centered • Psychoanalytic • Rational Emotive behavioral Therapy (REBT) • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) • Trauma Focused

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Actively listening my clients and understanding them from their perspective and supporting them to open up in their problems are my unique gifts. My clients appreciate my patience and working with their pace with empathy, acceptance and nonjudgmental way.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Adult and motivated to look different ways of dealing with their problems

Specialties

Top specialties

Addiction

Other specialties

Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills

I identify as

Black / African American
Man

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

District of Columbia

Accepts

Aetna
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