Candice Dowden, LCSW - C, MD | Psychotherapist

About Candice Dowden

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Domestic Violence

Relationship Struggles

Coping Mechanism Development

Life Transition

Self Esteem Issues

Depression

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Interpersonal

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

Culturally Sensitive

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Candice Dowden

Hi there, I'm Candice! My name is Candice M. Ait Essahmi, MSW, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive domestic and international social work experience. I earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, specializing in adult mental health. I also hold a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Language & Linguistics (French Language Track) with a minor in Social Welfare from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. I have over 12 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My approach I utilize a multidimensional approach to therapy, exploring each individual's biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. I evaluate each person within their environment, providing support and practical feedback to help clients address personal challenges through client-centered and solution-focused therapy. My focus I primarily work with adults aiming to increase self-esteem, reduce defensiveness, guilt, and insecurity, and improve relationships. I also assist people navigating grief and loss related to divorce, death of a loved one, or major life transitions. My communication style My style is client-led and non-directive. I use active listening and unconditional positive regard to foster a trusting therapeutic alliance. Clients experience a non-judgmental, safe environment to begin their journey of self-acceptance and growth. My goals for you I aim to collaboratively assist clients in healing from trauma, building self-worth, improving communication, and reaching their goals. My first session with you In the initial session, I ask about reasons for seeking therapy, a brief personal history, past therapy experience, and expectations and treatment goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Maryland

Education and training

University of Maryland, Master's in Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1356725121

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What practice does Candice Dowden work with?

Candice Dowden works with Rula Health - Maryland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Candice Dowden?

Candice Dowden frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Candice Dowden on their profile.