Hawani Tessema is the founder of Humarkable, LLC, a small woman-owned minority private mental health practice that focuses on prevention and psychoeducation. As a Resident in Counseling, Hawani Tessema, M.S., M.A., brings a unique blend of academic excellence and practical expertise, complemented by a profound passion for helping individuals unlock their full potential. Holding a bachelor's in psychology, a Master’s in Global Health, and a master’s in counseling, Hawani is uniquely positioned to address the diverse and complex needs of her clients, ensuring holistic and compassionate care. Prior to entering the mental health field, Hawani spent over 10 years administering and managing contracts for small and large businesses. For Hawani, it has always been about the impact she is making not only through her expertise but also through her intentional interactions that communicate compassion, understanding, and commitment to supporting her clients in achieving their therapeutic goals. Her leadership skills and ability to follow through intentionally have been recognized through various client and employer recognition awards. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families. Using a strength-based approach, she uses client-centered and attachment therapy as foundational modalities and integrates other intervention elements that best serve her clients.
Services offered: - Individual Counseling - Group Counseling - Trauma-informed Care - Multicultural Competence - Psychoeducation on various topics Treatment Orientation - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - Art Therapy - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) - Play Therapy - Motivational Interviewing (MI) - Attachment-based Therapy - Client Centered - Strength Based - Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)