Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Certified

My name is Derwin Darrell Harris and I am a provider at our North Bethesda clinic who provides therapy services in-person and via telehealth. My philosophy is to meet the client where he/she is and allow the individual to explore the direction he/she want to go. My goal to become a partner with the client to assist him/her in resolving his/her issues. My integrative training allows me to assist a client and family members dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues. Over the years, I have found that the client centered approach has proven to be effective by allowing the client to take ownership of his/her issue and to determine how it should be resolved. Solution Focused Therapy supports this model and identify the strengths that a person already possess.

In addressing the needs of my clients, I routinely utilize an integrative approach with clients and allow the client to explore the direction that he/she wants to go. Over the years, I have found that the client centered approach has proven to effective because it allows the client to take ownership of his/her issue. In addition, it allows the client to determine how the issue should be resolved. Utilizing the Solution Focused Therapy techniques supports the client identifying strategies that have work previously.

I look forward in assisting you to determine the narrative of your own story. With your help, I will guide you to the recovery that you desire. In addition, if you need assistance beyond my expertise, I will gladly make the appropriate referrals to assist you.