- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Kimberly
Kimberly Tawney is an LCSW-C (Maryland) with three years of experience. She focuses on mood and anxiety concerns, including depression, grief, stress, and social anxiety and phobia. Kimberly helps people who feel isolated or stuck and those coping with relationship and communication problems.
She uses straightforward conversation to identify what is most pressing for the client. Sessions emphasize practical coping skills and ways to manage strong emotions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and behavior patterns that keep problems going.
Kimberly also uses Client-Centered Therapy to encourage clearer self-understanding. Mindfulness techniques are introduced when helpful to reduce overwhelming feelings and improve focus. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone needs help finding the reasons to change or make a plan.
Her work often addresses complex issues such as trauma, addictions, anger, and personality and mood disorders. She supports people dealing with caregiver stress, body image concerns, and issues around guilt, shame, or emptiness. Kimberly is based in Maryland and conducts sessions in English.
She approaches sessions in a collaborative way, helping each person set goals and try strategies that fit their life. Practical tools, brief skill-building, and clear discussion of options are common parts of her sessions. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Kimberly commonly draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and change small behaviors that contribute to anxiety or low mood. CBT sessions often include specific exercises and homework to practice between meetings.She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach attention and breathing techniques that reduce overwhelm and increase focus. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her work too, giving clients space to reflect and clarify values while the therapist follows their lead.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kimberly works collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a client's goals and preferences. She will discuss options and adjust techniques based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a schedule, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when people need quick support. Talk in advance about how sessions will be structured so they match everyday life and practical needs.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with depression, grief, stress, anxiety, bipolar mood issues, addictions, trauma and related concerns such as social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style?
Sessions focus on practical conversation, skill-building, and clear goal setting that help manage emotions and daily challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She holds an LCSW-C in Maryland and has three years of professional experience as a therapist.
Where is she located and licensed?
She is licensed as an LCSW-C in Maryland and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.