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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Parenting support
- Anger and coping
About Dawnea
LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Texas with 3 years of experience, Dawnea Smith focuses on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She also addresses self-esteem, depression, parenting stress, anger, career questions, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are not accepted.
Dawnea frames clients as the experts on their own stories and highlights personal strengths. She uses CBT techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical behavior changes. In sessions she works step by step, setting small goals and tracking progress over time.
Parents will find straightforward talk about everyday problems. Dawnea talks about motivation, confidence, and the practical parts of parenting and relationships. She also takes concerns like infidelity, self-harm thoughts, intellectual disability issues, multicultural stresses, and young adult transitions seriously and addresses them directly.
Her approach is collaborative and goal-oriented. She helps people name what’s most urgent, choose a few manageable strategies, and practice those between sessions. Progress is measured by clearer thinking, steadier routines, and improved coping skills.
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. Confirm current session formats before booking to make sure they match your needs.
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How CBT is used in online sessions and what to expect
CBT focuses on spotting thoughts that get in the way and testing new behaviors. In practice this means labeling automatic thoughts, checking evidence for them, and trying small experiments to see what changes. This approach is often used for depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, and mood shifts after stressful events.When addressing relationship or intimacy issues, CBT tools help people notice interaction patterns and practice clearer communication. For trauma-related symptoms the work may include grounding, pacing, and building coping skills that make intense feelings easier to manage during daily life. These are concrete techniques aimed at reducing distress and improving daily functioning.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review symptoms, goals, and preferences and recommend CBT techniques or other practical strategies as appropriate. Clients and the therapist adjust methods over time based on what works in sessions and between meetings.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, and make regular check-ins easier to maintain. Discuss with the therapist which session rhythm and format best fits your schedule and daily life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does she address?
She focuses on relationship problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, parenting, anger, career concerns, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include infidelity, intellectual disability, multicultural concerns, self-harm, and young adult issues.
What therapeutic style does she use?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as her documented approach. That means sessions include identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying practical behavior changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working as a counselor. That experience has focused on relationships, trauma, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas. Sessions are offered with that credential in mind.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know whether phone, video, or other formats are offered.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the chosen plan and location.
How do I get started?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session. That begins the intake and matching process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.