About Deanna Dotson
Focus areas
Anxiety
Childhood Trauma
Suicidal Tendencies
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Burnout
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Deanna Dotson
Life can be difficult, but I believe that we were built to do and overcome difficult things, even when the task of healing seems impossible. Your feelings are important, and you have the power to transform and heal within a safe space.
I obtained my MSW from Aurora University. I am trained professionally in CBT/DBT and specialize in assisting adults, adolescents, and children with depression. Additionally, I have worked with individuals seeking treatment for Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Addiction, as well as many other mental and emotional disorders. My history also consists of helping clients get through overwhelmingly hard challenges in life and finding healing within grief.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I am Neurodivergent friendly, Health At Every Size friendly, and I am skilled in working in and with LGBTQ issues, Issues surrounding General Trauma, Childhood Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Eating Disorders, Religious Trauma, Homelessness, Recovery from Narcissistic abuse, Racial Trauma, Burnout, Adolescent Issues, Grief, Care-Taker Related Stressors, Self Harm Related Issues, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Self Esteem issues.
I would be honored to assist you on your journey to mental health and wellness. I believe in healing the whole person, with techniques both centered in psychological modalities as well as spiritual ones.
I recognize that all my clients are unique and deserve mental health care that is best suited to their individual needs.
My goal is to be that safe space for you, and for all my clients. The space I hold is one of openness, nonjudgement, safety, and transparency. I invite you to set the direction of your sessions, while I provide the tools to cultivate the space you need within sessions and yourself
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Sessions always flow in the direction that is most comfortable for my clients. I offer space for clients to ask any questions or mention concerns that they may have at the beginning of the session, and then I help them process feelings, emotions, situations, or anything else that a client would feel is necessary to discuss in the session.
Sessions with me have been described often as “free-flowing discussion.” Allowing the client to feel as if they are having a conversation, along with receiving therapy.
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In-network insurances
Aetna
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Aurora University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1619696085
How soon can I make an appointment with Deanna Dotson?
Generally, Deanna Dotson has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Deanna Dotson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Deanna Dotson accepting new patients?
Deanna Dotson generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Deanna Dotson's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Deanna Dotson accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Deanna Dotson online?
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What practice does Deanna Dotson work with?
Deanna Dotson works with Helpful Institute for Change.
What are common reasons for patients to see Deanna Dotson?
Deanna Dotson frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Deanna Dotson on their profile.
What languages does Deanna Dotson speak?
Deanna Dotson speaks English.