Hello, my name is Dawn Atkinson and I have over 30 years as an LCSW in the mental health field with extensive knowledge and experience providing Individual and Family therapy with adults as well as adolescents. When you begin therapy you should expect a warm, therapeutic and confidential environment that is compassionate, empathetic, safe and is centered towards your specific treatment needs, goals and life directions. I look forward to meeting you and developing a therapeutic relationship with you and working together towards your goals and future.

My approach

CBT/DBT, Mindfulness-based therapy, Solution-Focused Brief therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Positive Psychology, Compassion-Focused therapy, Family Systems therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Marriage and Family therapy, Reality therapy, Grief/Loss therapy, Trauma focused therapy.

My focus

Ever feel over-whelmed with multiple stressors in your life, Or feel like your only caring for others and not finding time for self-care, or feeling unmotivated? Or having little energy or feeling weighed down with anxious thoughts or finding yourself experiencing loneliness, life transitions, difficult decisions or feeling that making friends is difficult? then make an appointment with me to begin to explore strategies and make obtainable goals towards a healthier, and happier you.

My communication style

When you begin therapy, Above all you should expect a warm, therapeutic and confidential environment that is compassionate, empathetic, and safe. An initial session will begin by gathering a full Biopsychosocial assessment that will assess for biological, psychological and sociocultural influences that may contribute to a problem that a client has begun therapy for. My role as your Therapist is to offer insights into your experiences with realistic thoughts and ideas while providing structure, reflective and empathetic listening and truly hear what your treatment goals and direction are in formulating a treatment plan that is individualized to each client.

My first session with you

When you begin therapy, Above all you should expect a warm, therapeutic and confidential environment that is compassionate, empathetic, and safe. An initial session will begin by gathering a full Biopsychosocial assessment that will assess for biological, psychological and sociocultural influences that may contribute to a problem that a client has begun therapy for. My role as your Therapist is to offer insights into your experiences with realistic thoughts and ideas while providing structure, reflective and empathetic listening and truly hear what your treatment goals and direction are in formulating a treatment plan that is individualized to each client.