Terri Dawe, LCSW

Terri Dawe, LCSW

Psychotherapist
NJ
Hi there, I'm Terri! Welcome to taking a step toward your overall well-being. I have 34 years of experience as a LCSW. I treat individuals, couples and families. I am formally trained in couples/family therapy at the Multicultural Institute of NJ. My clients have noted my professional experience and style have yielded collaborative and positive outcomes. My focus My ideal client is someone who is open to change and doing the "hard" work. In moving through the stages of change, my ideal client would be collaborative in treatment planning, breaking down barriers towards positive changes and understand that "slip ups" is just part of the healing process. My approach My goal is to meet my clients where they are at int the context of their presenting problem. I have a relatable, solution focused and empathic style. My clients have noted my experience and style have yielded collaborative and positive outcomes. My communication style My communication style is gentle, direct and transparent. I engage my clients in systems thinking to enhance their own internal problem solving skills. My journey to mental healthcare My journey in becoming a provider started at a very early age. When I was young (5ish), I noticed something about myself which is what I now know is strong intuition and empathy. I could "feel" other's emotions and particularly anyone who was emotionally hurting. At the age of 9, I told my parents I wanted to be a therapist. My goals for you I engage my clients in identifying the presenting problem and expand their vision in the larger social constructs. Treatment goals and progress are reviewed on a regular basis to allow for clear, specific strategies to obtain positive outcomes. Our first session In the first session, I will conduct a Biopsychosocial to gain and understanding of my client in the context of their life.
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About Terri Dawe

Focus areas

Divorce Counseling
Mood Disorders
Stress Management
Domestic Violence
Parenting Counseling
Women's Issues Therapy
Life Transition
Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Dialectical (DBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Terri Dawe

Hi there, I'm Terri! Welcome to taking a step toward your overall well-being. I have 34 years of experience as a LCSW. I treat individuals, couples and families. I am formally trained in couples/family therapy at the Multicultural Institute of NJ. My clients have noted my professional experience and style have yielded collaborative and positive outcomes. My focus My ideal client is someone who is open to change and doing the "hard" work. In moving through the stages of change, my ideal client would be collaborative in treatment planning, breaking down barriers towards positive changes and understand that "slip ups" is just part of the healing process. My approach My goal is to meet my clients where they are at int the context of their presenting problem. I have a relatable, solution focused and empathic style. My clients have noted my experience and style have yielded collaborative and positive outcomes. My communication style My communication style is gentle, direct and transparent. I engage my clients in systems thinking to enhance their own internal problem solving skills. My journey to mental healthcare My journey in becoming a provider started at a very early age. When I was young (5ish), I noticed something about myself which is what I now know is strong intuition and empathy. I could "feel" other's emotions and particularly anyone who was emotionally hurting. At the age of 9, I told my parents I wanted to be a therapist. My goals for you I engage my clients in identifying the presenting problem and expand their vision in the larger social constructs. Treatment goals and progress are reviewed on a regular basis to allow for clear, specific strategies to obtain positive outcomes. Our first session In the first session, I will conduct a Biopsychosocial to gain and understanding of my client in the context of their life.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Anxiety disorders
Anxiety disorders

Other popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Divorce Counseling
Postpartum Depression
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Master's in Social Work
  • University of South Carolina (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1982758652

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What are common reasons for patients to see Terri Dawe?

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

What languages does Terri Dawe speak?

Terri Dawe speaks English.

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