What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.83
Average wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
4.75
“Betina allowed me to feel safe and not judged. She helped me reframe some of the issues I've had with family and friends that seemed to be a pattern in my life. I was ready to make changes and felt empowered and supported when working with Betina.”
ACLess than 3 months ago
“I was transitioning from high school to college and was very nervous about moving away. Talking with Betina helped me to evaluate my thoughts and address my anxiety so I felt more confident about the big move.”
VMLess than 3 months ago
About Betina Dawson
Focus areas
Anxiety
Family Issues
Therapy
Couples Therapy
Life Transition
Work-Related Counseling
Depression
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Adlerian
Compassion Focused
Attachment-based
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Betina Dawson
The provider is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Stori
After many years in the corporate world, I chose to become a therapist to support those navigating challenges or seeking growth in their work, relationships, family dynamics, cultural intersections, and other areas that may contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. Midlife issues, perimenopause/menopause and PMDD are other areas of special focus for me. I draw from psychodynamic, attachment theory, narrative and mindfulness/somatic approaches, integrating spiritual psychology and culturally sensitive frameworks based on each client’s needs. As someone who is half Mexican and half Anglo, I bring a multicultural perspective and lived sensitivity to my practice, working with clients from both similar and diverse backgrounds. I have found that exploring concepts such as Marianismo can offer meaningful insight into how cultural, religious, and familial influences shape identity, life choices, and relationship patterns, and I am committed to creating a thoughtful, supportive space as you move through your journey.
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Office location
Betina Dawson, AMFT also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Antioch University - Los Angeles, Master's in Psychology
NPI number
1568316578
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
4.75
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12 reviews
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Betina is really attentive. Our sessions feel like a nice slow-down from a busy reality.
Less than 3 months agoAL
I enjoyed talking with Betina. She made me feel welcome and safe.
Less than 3 months agoRC
I was transitioning from high school to college and was very nervous about moving away. Talking with Betina helped me to evaluate my thoughts and address my anxiety so I felt more confident about the big move.
Less than 3 months agoVM
Betina allowed me to feel safe and not judged. She helped me reframe some of the issues I've had with family and friends that seemed to be a pattern in my life. I was ready to make changes and felt empowered and supported when working with Betina.
Less than 3 months agoAC
She was very calm. I tend to be reserved so it's hard to talk about things sometimes. Betina was very calm and friendly and we talked about work and some of my hobbies, which made more feel more comfortable talking about issues I wanted to come to therapy for
Less than 3 months agoCR
I've had a positive experience working with Betina as my therapist. She understands the complicated relationships within a extended Latino family and has helped me to get a better understanding of interrelated issues I have faced.
Less than 3 months agoGE
My visits with Bettina have consistently provided a safe space for me to express my thoughts and feelings, and to develop new insights about myself and my experiences. Spirituality is intertwined with my daily life and Bettina was familiar and knowledgeable about my spiritual practices. This was a nice surprise! I felt seen, heard and understood.
Less than 3 months agoMS
I felt comfortable talking with Betina about some family and personal relationship situations I was dealing with. We also worked together to figure out some work issues I was having and I felt better about how to resolve them moving forward. I felt like she listened well and understood me.
Less than 3 months agoAR
Betina was easy to talk to and I felt like I could be myself, and have a laugh with her. I've learned how to take time for myself to breathe and meditate, which has helped me to reduce and manage my stress from having a busy schedule.
Less than 3 months agoKF
I struggle with ADHD and Betina showed me how to use some stress management practices to help me reduce my frustration and stress levels. Betina also helped me deal with some major work stressors.
Less than 3 months agoET
I felt welcomed and was able to relax after a few minutes in our 1st meeting. When talking about some difficult subjects I wanted to talk about with Betina, I felt safe and trusted her enough to bring up the topics. She also seemed to have a good understanding of the nuances of being from two different cultures, and situations I faced.
Less than 3 months agoRJ
I really liked working with Betina as my therapist. I felt like I had good rapport with her from the first day. She was very empathetic with my concerns and supported me with figuring out some midlife situations (Menopause + caring for older parents).
Less than 3 months agoSZ
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What practice does Betina Dawson work with?
Betina Dawson works with Stori.
Where is Betina Dawson's office located?
Betina Dawson has 2 office locations in Los Angeles, view full addresses on Betina Dawson's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Betina Dawson?
Betina Dawson frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Betina Dawson on their profile.
What languages does Betina Dawson speak?
Betina Dawson speaks English.
How do patients rate Betina Dawson in reviews?
12 patients have reviewed Betina Dawson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.92/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.