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Thoko Shumba(She/Her)
Clinical Social Worker/Therapist
Maryland

In-network with

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Oscar Health, Oxford, and United Healthcare

Specializes in

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Stress, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

I am an energetic, empathetic, and compassionate Clinical Social Worker in the state of Maryland. I received my undergraduate degree in social work from Shepherd University and obtained my Master’s degree from Walden University’s school of school work. My interests include, spending time with family, outdoor activities, travel, and curling up with a good sci-fi tv-show.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I specialize in the treatment of personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder & obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. My treatment approach draws largely from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). However, no treatment modality is a one size fits all, therefore, treatment is tailored to each persons needs.

What you can expect from our first session

Do you feel strong, intense, emotions and it's affecting your life? Do most things in your life feel overwhelming? Therapy is a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore and untangle the different parts of your life. During our time together, we will explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences to gain insight into the things going on in your life. We will then work to equip you with the tools you need to build a life you envision for yourself and adapt to adversity.


Thoko's style is

Affirming
Energetic
Open-minded

Insurance carriers Thoko accepts

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare

More about Thoko

MSW (Master of Social Work) at Walden University
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English and Shona
Works with: Adults and Seniors
More specialties: Women's Issues, Maternal Mental Health, ADD/ADHD, OCD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Grief, Loss, Substance Use / Addiction, and Family Issues
Modalities: Gottman Method, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-based, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Exposure Response Prevention, Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Codependency Behavioral, and Psychotic Disorders