Diane Kern
Psychologist
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Washington, DC 20006
Let's Connect (202) 681-3990
My approach to therapy involves empowering persons to better understand themselves and acquire the tools to heal and make desired life changes. I utilize a combination of cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic therapeutic orientations in my practice. Consistent with an emphasis on empowerment is my wholistic focus on total well being. I promote balance across all personal dimensions (spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, and social).
My life coaching practice draws from a similar wealth of psychological knowledge, however, with more of an educational emphasis. I facilitate the acquisition of problem solving and success orientation skills, aimed at enhancing personal empowerment and life satisfaction.
My therapeutic style is active, warm and engaging. I also foster increased self-awareness and both internal and external resource building. One of my specialities is helping persons strengthen a sense of self by clarifying identity, enhancing self-esteem, increasing self-trust, and building on and utilizing inner strengths.
In addition to my psychotherapy practice, I provide life skills workshops to groups in a variety of settings. My emphasis in such forums is to de-mystify issues related to mental health and promote the skills and resources that support mental wellness.
Call or Email Diane Kern now for a free 15 minute consultation - (202) 681-3990
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $170
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of District of Columbia / 1746 Diane Kern
- In Practice for 33 years
- Attended Catholic University, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Graduated 1988
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
- Stress
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
Diane Kern
Psychologist
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (202) 681-3990