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Kiera Dowell(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
New Jersey
ADHD-Adjustment difficulties & disorders-Substance abuse- Trauma- Anxiety -Communication issues-

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Professional statement

Kiera is a highly skilled and empathetic therapist who possesses a unique style and approach to healing that is grounded in evidence-based modalities and a client-centered focus. Kiera brings a diverse perspective and a strong academic foundation to her practice, which enriches her ability to understand and connect with clients from diverse backgrounds. She is adept at addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma symptoms. Her specialized training in Motivational Interviewing enables her to collaborate effectively with clients, fostering a therapeutic alliance where individuals feel empowered and heard. With Kiera's credentials, experience, and specialties, clients can expect a compassionate and skilled therapist who strives to create a safe and empowering therapeutic space. Through her strengths-based and supportive approach, Kiera aims to equip her clients with coping skills, promote personal growth, and guide them towards a more stable future.


Message to clients

My goal is to empower my clients to tap into their inherent strengths and resources, enabling them to overcome adversities and develop resilience. By employing evidence-based therapeutic modalities and prioritizing a client-centered approach, I help clients gain insights into their thoughts and behaviors, fostering positive change and personal growth.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 4 years

Resilience Lab, Therapist, 2023 - Present

Columbia University, Masters, 2023

Licensure

New Jersey: 44SL06975700

Supervisor: Ebonie Walker(LCSW 44SC05732000)


Languages

English

Specialties

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Substance abuse - Reducing and preventing the negative impact of drug and alcohol use and addictions on physical, emotional, and relational health

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Please note that at this time, I am unable to accept Medicare, Medicaid, or Marketplace plans.


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna International
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • All Savers Insurance Company
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule Insurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Meritain Health
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Trustmark
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • University of California Berkeley Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet Student)
  • Wellfleet

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)