Yasmin Elkhair , LICSW

Yasmin Elkhair is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 25 years of clinical experience offering psychotherapy to people in the District of Columbia.

She works with a wide range of concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, grief, mood disorders, relationship and communication difficulties, and struggles with self-esteem and life transitions. Her practice also addresses family and parenting challenges, addictions, caregiving and geriatric issues, and other concerns such as codependency, isolation, and vocational or career stress.

Elkhair follows an integrative approach to therapy, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and trauma-focused mindfulness techniques. This flexibility allows her to match methods to each person’s needs, using tools such as cognitive reframing, reality testing, relaxation exercises, mindfulness practice, and journaling to support change.

Her work emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship in which the client retains control of treatment decisions. That partnership is designed to create a compassionate space for exploring thoughts and feelings and to build a client-centered care plan aimed at improving functioning and helping each person move toward their best and most authentic self.

Integrative Approaches for Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, collaborative relationship in which the therapist listens closely and supports the client in identifying goals. This approach helps people who need a safe space to explore feelings, clarify values, and make decisions about life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured method that helps identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, mood regulation, and coping with stress by teaching practical skills like cognitive reframing and behavioral experiments.

Mindfulness Therapy brings attention to present-moment experience through simple awareness and relaxation practices. It can be helpful for managing stress responses, grounding after trauma, and reducing rumination.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals. Sessions can take place by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing therapy to fit into busy schedules, accommodate mobility or caregiving constraints, and maintain continuity during life transitions.