Susan Dawson, LMHC

Susan Dawson is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Florida who helps people facing anxiety, depression, stress, and problems with anger. She also supports those dealing with addictions, low self-esteem, grief, and major life changes like divorce or separation. Her style aims to be respectful and straightforward so people feel heard and understood from the first visit.

Susan bases her work on practical, evidence-informed approaches. She uses client-centered conversation to follow what matters most to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers tools to notice and change thoughts and habits that contribute to distress. Emotionally-Focused methods and the Gottman Method help clarify feelings and improve how people relate to others.

Over 17 years she has helped people with mood disorders, trauma and abuse, and issues such as guilt, shame, or feeling empty. She also addresses concerns related to intimacy, communication problems, commitment struggles, and drug and alcohol addiction. Her experience includes supporting clients with LGBT concerns, HIV / AIDS-related issues, immigration stress, and career-related transitions.

Susan works in a way that centers the client’s goals and values. Sessions focus on setting clear, doable steps and learning skills that carry into daily life. She encourages collaboration so progress fits each person’s pace and priorities.

People who choose her often want practical strategies plus a space to talk through painful experiences. To begin, readers can use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule a session based on availability.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and following what matters most to the client; it helps people feel seen and decide their own goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical steps to notice unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that increase anxiety or depression. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people name and understand emotions, which can improve closeness and reduce repeated conflicts.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences, then suggest which methods to try first. Plans are adjusted as progress is made so the work stays relevant to everyday life.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people continue therapy during life transitions or when local options are limited. Licensed professionals can use these approaches effectively in conversation, skill-building, and emotional work regardless of setting.