Yasmin Elkhair , LICSW

Yasmin Elkhair is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in the District of Columbia with more than 25 years of professional experience. She offers psychotherapeutic care to adults facing a range of concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, mood disorders, self-concept struggles, and relationship or communication difficulties.

Her approach is integrative, drawing on several evidence-informed modalities to tailor treatment to each person's needs. Core methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and trauma-focused mindfulness, applied flexibly to meet the presenting problem. Throughout treatment she emphasizes techniques such as cognitive reframing, reality testing, relaxation exercises, mindfulness practices, and journaling to support symptom relief and insight.

Therapy with Yasmin centers on collaborative dialogue that creates a compassionate, respectful space for clients to express thoughts and feelings. Together they develop a client-centered care plan that keeps the individual in control of treatment choices. Her work aims to help clients move toward their optimal functioning and a clearer sense of their best, most resilient selves.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Yasmin blends client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices to address emotional and behavioral concerns in an online setting. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting the client to explore their own goals and values - it is helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction practices that can reduce reactivity and support coping with trauma, grief, and chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Yasmin works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailors a mix of techniques that feel most useful. The plan is reviewed and adjusted as progress is made, with the client actively involved in decisions about care.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and receive care from the District of Columbia from a location that works for the client.