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Alem Asefa
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC

Alem Asefa

Counselor, LGPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Let's Connect (240) 221-5216
Individuals living with low self-esteem, health challenges, career stress, relationship and family-of-origin issues, grief and loss, identity/immigrant experiences, transitions, trauma, and anxiety and/or depression work with me to identify and implement strategies to manage or eliminate stress and distress. Through a process of identifying, understanding and evaluating emotional states, thinking and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns toward an increased sense of well-being and ability to thrive and function satisfactorily.
My approach is practical and methodical meaning, while attending to emotional, behavior and thought patterns, we collaboratively focus on practical solutions. I provide affirmative, directive, solution focused, relational, insight-oriented therapy to services to adult and older adolescent populations and incorporate clients' faith/religion/spiritual beliefs.
Together we can learn about you, and understand where and when to make changes that will help you gain greater control over your life. I use compassionionate questioning, reflective listening, curiosity and conscious attentiveness to enhance the emotional, relational, and psychological well-being of every patient.
Call or Alem Asefa now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 221-5216

My Practice at a Glance

Gaithersburg, MD 20878

(240) 221-5216

Silver Spring, MD 20910


Available online only

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and Coping Skills
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance
Individual one-on-one therapy
Let's Connect (240) 221-5216

My Practice at a Glance

Gaithersburg, MD 20878

(240) 221-5216

Silver Spring, MD 20910


Available online only

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and Coping Skills
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance
Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Pay by American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem | Elevance
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / LGP11649
  • In Practice for 4 Years
  • Attended Johns Hopkins Univerity, School of Education, M.S., School Counseling, Graduated 2016
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Coping Skills

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Child
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Multicultural Identity: Immigrants, Expats etc
  • Obesity
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Single Mother
Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Amharic (Intermediate - Spoken)

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Body Positivity
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Single Mother
Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Amharic (Intermediate - Spoken)

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC

Location

Primary Location

Gaithersburg, MD 20878

(240) 221-5216

Additional Location

Silver Spring, MD 20910

(240) 221-5216
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 221-5216
Alem Asefa
Counselor, LGPC
Last Modified: 6 Sep 2023