Evelyn Dotson, LCSW, TN | Psychotherapist

About Evelyn Dotson

Focus areas

Alzheimer's Disease

Codependency

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Anger Management

Depression

Work-Related Counseling

Anxiety

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Reality Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Evelyn Dotson

Hi there, I'm Evelyn! Life is complicated, let's figure out how to navigate yours together. I help clients face some of life's biggest challenges. My goal is to always provide a safe space for you to feel seen and heard. My focus Grief, depression, and anxiety are a perfect storm for a complex life. But they don't have to be. We'll create a plan to face these challenges head on using a strengths based approach and recognizing that life can change, if you want it to. My approach I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Strength-Based Therapy to help you identify your strengths and reframe negative thoughts. Together, we will we'll build your coping skills and resilience--moving at your own pace--to align with your personal goals. My communication style Our time together belongs to you. I want you to feel comfortable expressing yourself in a safe and supportive environment. My journey to mental healthcare I've always been inspired by the resilience of the human spirit. Working in palliative and hospice care has shown me how strong-willed one becomes when faced with some of life's toughest challenges. We all have the capacity for change. My goals for you Every session together is an opportunity to measure your growth. We will adjust your goals and progress to meet you where you are, and always at your own pace. Our first session Your first session is an opportunity to get to know each other. I want you to tell me as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. This is your time and I appreciate the opportunity to meet with you.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Tennessee

Education and training

Western Kentucky University, Master's in Social Work
Murray State University (Master's)

NPI number

1437892379

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What practice does Evelyn Dotson work with?

Evelyn Dotson works with Rula Health - Tennessee.

What are common reasons for patients to see Evelyn Dotson?

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