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Dawn Willey, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Dawn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Dawn. View 23 reviews
Great news, Dawn is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

The best! Caring and compassionate! A true asset to this service!

Reviewed December 2024

Wonderful

Reviewed November 2024

More about Dawn

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello! Welcome to BetterHelp! You have taken the first major step toward making the changes necessary to experience emotional wellness and improve your quality of life. Simply by recognizing your need for counseling and reaching out for help, you are well on your way!

We all struggle with situations in our lives that can cause distress and at times can be too much to bear on our own. Having someone you can trust to talk through those challenges and receive guidance from can make all the difference in the world.

My name is Dawn Willey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with 20 years of experience providing counseling services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, elderly and disabled clients in a wide variety of settings. I am an enthusiastic, dedicated, empathic, intuitive, down to earth and straight forward counselor who loves helping people navigate through their difficulties, find solutions that will bring lasting change and bring greater fulfillment to their lives. It is my passion to partner with clients who are struggling and assist them in finding healthy ways to cope and thrive!

It will be my pleasure to work with you towards reaching your goals with the understanding that you not I are the expert when it comes to your own life experiences. You will be seen, heard, validated, treated with kindness and respect, held accountable for participating in your treatment and given practical feedback that will increase your ability to face whatever life brings with strength and confidence.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Mood disorders Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dawn Willey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316202153.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW9781 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dawn Willey

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

23 reviews

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The best! Caring and compassionate! A true asset to this service!

Reviewed December 2024

Wonderful

Reviewed November 2024

She’s very thoughtful. Easy to talk to.

Reviewed August 2024

I am very thankful for Dawn Wiley. I was struggling through many webs when I first signed up for BetterHelp (my first counseling experience). Early on in working with Dawn I began to look forward to our weekly sessions as a pick-me-up. She is a bright light, a gentle counselor, and a supportive listener that set me on a path to see more clearly. Her offerings of wisdom, little tasks that helped with my mindset, and encouragement to actively build myself up were exactly what I needed. Even her messages throughout the week help me feel like someone cares enough to check up in between. She also provides a lot of biblical advice and faith-based growth plans that help you connect with something bigger than yourself. I recommend working with her!

Reviewed July 2024

Very easy to talk to

Reviewed June 2024

Dawn has been such a blessing in my life! Love her advice and feedback. She always responds in ways that incorporates the word of God and it’s just what I’ve needed. Thank you Dawn!

Reviewed June 2024

So thankful for Dawn. She is such a light in this world. She has helped me to grow in myself and my relationship with God. I couldn't have asked for a better pick of therapists.

Reviewed February 2024

Dawn is an incredible woman of the Christian faith who will validate your emotions, pray for you, and make you feel like you are capable of more than you thought you could do before starting therapy. She's been a real blessing in my life and encourages me. She is a role model and with her encouraging advice based on the Scriptures, I've voluntarily sought more of my God and His Holy Spirit to help me with my struggles.

Reviewed February 2024

She is priceless

Reviewed January 2024

Dawn has been fantastic! I put off getting a therapist for so long and I’m so glad Dawn & I got matched. It’s rare I meet someone who shares the same views on so many things. There are a lot of odd coincidences between our experiences… I believe meeting Dawn was divine intervention and couldn’t be more grateful to be working with her

Reviewed December 2023

I love her! Very kind and understanding.

Reviewed May 2023

With Dawn's help, I now have tools on my toolbox to thwart anxiety and depression. She's also helped me squelch loud, negative self-talk. I appreciate her help so much!

Reviewed March 2023

Dawn was absolutely amazing. she helped me achieve my goals and set boundaries for the people around me. Highly recommend!

Reviewed February 2023

The best help I have ever received to manage trauma, understand behaviors, and create positive change with help from my therapist, Dawn. I am truly thankful for her stellar help!

Reviewed November 2022

This is my 3rd week of therapy and I already feel so much better. My therapist is very encouraging and listens to my needs.

Reviewed November 2022

Dawn is the sweetest & very grounding! She is responsive via text which really helped when I had those moments of high anxiety between sessions. I specifically searched for a Christian therapist & Dawn was amazing at integrating my experience with God & my identity in Christ. She was not pushy, very validating, listened & remebered everything, and very accepting. I loved working with her and highly recommend her. God bless!

Reviewed November 2022

She is awesome!

Reviewed August 2022

Simply the best!

Reviewed July 2022

I knew immediately Dawn was a match and I feel extremely lucky to be able to work with her. She's an incredibly good active listener and I know she truly cares about my well-being and she will help me reach my personal goals. I'm just getting started on this journey and I feel I am in kind, caring, capable hands.

Reviewed March 2022

Dawn has really helped me to set goals that are achievable. I find myself less stressed and more organized after working with her!

Reviewed March 2022

It was great working with Dawn. She listened to me, made me feel comfortable to share my feelings and was able to identify the cause behind my feelings. It really helped me get back to my normal self. Appreciate all her help!!

Reviewed January 2022

Working with Dawn has been extremely helpful to me! She's so sweet and validating! I've seen a lot of different therapists at this point, and Dawn has, by far, been the most understanding of anyone I've worked with!

Reviewed December 2021

Dawn is kind and understanding. She really listens and she is very supportive. She is pleasant to work with. It's my first time doing therapy and she has really made everything easy for me. I would recommend her to everyone.

Reviewed December 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dawn Willey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dawn Willey works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dawn Willey speak?

Dawn Willey speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dawn Willey have?

Dawn Willey has 20 years of experience.

Where is Dawn Willey licensed to practice?

Dawn Willey is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Dawn Willey accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dawn Willey accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dawn Willey offer?

Dawn Willey offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dawn Willey?

Dawn Willey can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dawn Willey?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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