Dawn Discenza, LCMHC, NC | Psychotherapist

About Dawn Discenza

Focus areas

Bipolar Disorder

Domestic Violence

Stress

Coping Mechanism Development

Emotional Disturbance

Suicidal Tendencies

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders

Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Art Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dawn Discenza

Hi there, I'm Dawn! Welcome! I know starting therapy can be a difficult decision to make for many people. I am very happy that you are here. I work with those who have anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and I work with a wide group of clients, including couples, teens, adults, and specific groups of people such as LGBTQIA. I am reading and willing to embark on this journey to wellness with you. My approach I use a variety of approaches to there. One in particular is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This approach focuses on unhealthy thought patterns and how to reframe them. Other I use include DBT, ACT and REBT. I will use the best option to focus on making the therapy individualized for you. My focus I work with those who struggle with anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and more. We can work together to find the right therapeutic style, therapy goals, and coping skills to meet your needs. My communication style I believe that I have a calm and nonjudgmental space that promotes open communication. I use active listening skills to understand the conversation and retain what you are focused on. I believe that I have a very honest and calm sense of communication. My journey to mental healthcare I was told that as a child, I would bring home stray animals and anyone who was struggling at home. I guess it was within me as a child to want to help others in our community. I have had an opportunity in my career to work with many types of clients and disorders, and this keeps me on my toes with continuing education and keeping up on new advances in mental health. My goals for you Together we can come up with your therapeutic goals. It is to focus on what you want to work on. I will then follow those goals and review them with you so you can see how you are making changes and reaching your own goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - North Carolina

Education and training

Webster University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1760851406

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dawn Discenza?

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Is Dawn Discenza accepting new patients?

Dawn Discenza generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dawn Discenza's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Dawn Discenza work with?

Dawn Discenza works with Rula Health - North Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dawn Discenza?

Dawn Discenza frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dawn Discenza on their profile.