Kim Ykema Counseling PLLC
Thanks for your interest in Kim Ykema Counseling PLLC!
In addition to life experience, I have a business degree from Eastern University in St. Davids, Pennsylvania and experience in many different administrative projects. I earned a MSW degree from Marywood University then earned my credential as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in February 2018 after logging over 3,000 hours of supervised therapy work. My license for the state of Washington is LW60816188. I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers since 2013 and I subscribe to the NASW Code of Ethics.
While I was in grad school, I discovered an InterPlay group in Pennsylvania... my confidence grew as I learned how to have fun with people using movement and storytelling.
- You can learn more about InterPlay by clicking on this link. http://interplay.org/
- To learn more about InterPlay classes and events in the state of Washington, click on this link. http://www.interplayseattle.org/
Now I use InterPlay techniques to support my therapy work in the state of Washington... and I look forward to sharing those tools with you when you are interested.
I also use:
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Somatic Experiencing
- Motivational Interviewing
- and Internal Family Systems in my practice.
Specialties
- Therapeutic assessment and treatment for adults, college age through retirement
- Empowerment for those who feel trapped or helpless
- Mindfulness to increase awareness of self and the ability to focus
- Relaxation skills to reduce the awareness of chronic pain
Photo Credit: Annelle Hollingsworth
