Dawn Willey, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for life changes
- 20 years experience
- Anxiety and grief support
- Online and phone sessions
About Dawn Willey
Dawn Willey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 20 years of clinical experience. She has provided counseling to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, elderly and disabled clients across a wide range of settings, bringing a steady, pragmatic, and compassionate presence to each therapeutic relationship.
Dawn combines empathy and directness, drawing on intuition and practical skills to help people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma, addiction, and life transitions. She aims to help clients identify realistic solutions that lead to lasting change and greater fulfillment, tailoring interventions to each personâs circumstances and goals.
In sessions she treats clients with kindness and respect while encouraging active participation and accountability. Dawn views the person seeking help as the expert on their own life and partners with them to build coping strategies, strengthen self-esteem, and increase resilience. Her approach is collaborative, straightforward, and focused on practical feedback that supports clients as they face challenges and move toward their goals.
Dawn combines empathy and directness, drawing on intuition and practical skills to help people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family concerns, trauma, addiction, and life transitions. She aims to help clients identify realistic solutions that lead to lasting change and greater fulfillment, tailoring interventions to each personâs circumstances and goals.
In sessions she treats clients with kindness and respect while encouraging active participation and accountability. Dawn views the person seeking help as the expert on their own life and partners with them to build coping strategies, strengthen self-esteem, and increase resilience. Her approach is collaborative, straightforward, and focused on practical feedback that supports clients as they face challenges and move toward their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dawn Willey have?
Dawn Willey has 20 years of experience providing counseling and clinical social work services.
Is Dawn Willey a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: FL LCSW SW9781.
In which languages does Dawn Willey provide therapy?
Dawn Willey provides therapy in English.
Where is Dawn Willey located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Dawn Willey as my therapist?
You can work with Dawn Willey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dawn Willey work with international clients?
Yes, Dawn Willey works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn Willey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care
Dawn often uses client-centered therapy, an approach that emphasizes respect for the client's perspective and lived experience. In this style she provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space that helps people clarify their values, gain insight, and make choices that fit their lives. It works well for a wide range of concerns including self-esteem, relationship issues, and coping with life changes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another common part of her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. It is goal-oriented and often includes concrete exercises clients can use between sessions.
Mindfulness therapy is used to help clients develop present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to distressing thoughts or emotions. Simple mindfulness practices can support better sleep, stress management, and emotional regulation.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dawn collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made. Licensed professionals and therapists work together with clients to tailor care rather than applying a one-size-fits-all plan.
Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit counseling into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access support from different locations.