Dr. Nyasha Chikowore
Dr. Nyasha Chikowore is a compassionate and adaptable therapist who tailors her approach to meet clients where they are, selecting the most effective form of therapy based on their unique needs. She offers individual, family, couples, and group therapy for individuals aged 5 and older. Her therapeutic toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depressed Adolescents (IPT-A), and Multicultural Counseling.
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Dr. Chikowore is also highly skilled in psychological testing, providing comprehensive assessments to help diagnose ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, mood disorders, learning disabilities, and other cognitive concerns. These evaluations offer valuable insights that inform treatment plans and educational accommodations, empowering clients to better understand their challenges and move forward with tailored support.
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She is particularly passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and racial minorities. With a Zimbabwean heritage, she is committed to supporting immigrant, non-immigrant, and third-culture individuals as they navigate life in America. Her research interests extend to the music industry, as reflected in her dissertation, which explored rumination levels among signed and unsigned musicians in the Hip-Hop and R&B genres.
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Dr. Chikowore’s clients span a wide range of ages and presenting concerns, from children to adults, dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sexual trauma, family discord, traumatic brain injury, disordered eating, gender and sexual identity questions, academic challenges, and relationship struggles.
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In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Chikowore has extensive experience conducting outreach workshops on coping skills, depression, and career exploration. She is also the author of the children's book, Giraffe Asks for Help, which encourages help-seeking behaviors in children aged 4-8.
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Dr. Chikowore earned her master’s degree in Applied Psychology from the University of Baltimore and her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C.
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Gary Giraffe is so excited to finally turn six—now he should be able to reach the acacia leaves all on his own! When things don’t go exactly as he’d planned, Gary is distraught. He tries and tries to get to the leaves himself, but he’s just not tall enough. The other giraffes can do it—why can’t he?
Gary doesn’t want to have to ask for help, but his friends convince him that everyone needs help sometimes. And that’s OK! Includes a Note to Parents & Caregivers with more information on help-seeking and independence in children.
