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Kimberly Tawney

Compassionate clinician blending medical and social work training

MD, LCSW-C Maryland

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Grief, Bipolar, Depression
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Kimberly

Kimberly Tawney brings a clinical and social work background to her practice, combining medical training with licensed social work practice. She holds an MD and is credentialed as an LCSW-C, and she draws on three years of professional experience to help clients address mood concerns and emotional hardship.

Background and approach

Kimberly emphasizes practical strategies alongside empathic listening, aiming to translate therapeutic insights into day-to-day coping skills. Her work often focuses on depression, bipolar mood concerns, anxiety, grief, and stress, and she also supports people facing relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, and struggles with self-esteem or isolation.

Kimberly integrates cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered and mindfulness-informed approaches to tailor sessions to each person’s needs. She uses motivational interviewing when exploring readiness for change and helping clients identify meaningful goals.

Based in Maryland, Kimberly offers a collaborative, respectful style that balances skill-building with emotional validation. She seeks to help individuals clarify values, improve communication, and develop sustainable coping approaches while honoring each client’s personal journey.

Practical approaches for online change



Kimberly often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and practice new behaviors; this approach is useful for depression, anxiety, and mood regulation. She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard while they clarify goals and values. Mindfulness techniques are woven in to support present-moment awareness and stress reduction when helpful.

Finding the right mix of approaches is considered part of the work itself. Kimberly approaches treatment collaboratively, discussing options with clients and adjusting methods based on each person’s needs, goals, and preferences rather than prescribing a single path from the outset.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to maintain continuity of care across busy lives and to practice skills between sessions in ways that fit each client’s routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kimberly commonly address?
She works with a range of issues including grief, bipolar mood concerns, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem challenges.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Kimberly blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices, focusing on practical coping skills alongside reflective exploration.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience as a licensed clinician in addition to her medical background and social work training.
Where is Kimberly licensed to practice and what are her credentials?
She is located in Maryland and holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C with licence number MD LCSW-C 29717.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their preference and scheduling options.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with Kimberly?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

GriefBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsEmptinessFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPersonality disordersSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English