Dawn Collins
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFTIf you are having a hard time managing your emotions and feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated, and you’re not sure where to start, I am here to join you on the journey to find some peace.
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Whether you're a child, teen, young adult, or any age in between, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges and find emotional balance. With years of experience working with children in various capacities, I have a special place in my heart for clients as young as 6 years old.
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I work with people that are experiencing anxiety in relationships at home and/or work. Also people suffering from regret, sadness or depression around past or current relationships. Being our authentic selves often requires deep insight and healing. However, once we have searched within and healed internal wounds we are more able to communicate honestly and effectively and live free of painful and anxious thoughts and moods. Loving yourself will expand all relationships that you are experience.
I want to understand the nuances of your experience. I frequently meet with people who have doubts about seeking help, or last time they tried therapy it didn’t work out. Many of my clients have been told something was wrong with them, that they are not normal, and that their values and preferences are not acceptable. Sometimes they have taken this on and live under pressure. I’d be honored to talk with you as you journey toward your hoped-for life.
I work with people that are struggling with painful experiences from their past and want to heal trauma. My clients often identify as women, trans or non-binary, bi-cultural or BIPOC. Many are intellectuals, activists, creatives and the like—some for whom traditional talk therapy has not been successful. I will work collaboratively with you to understand your instincts and process unresolved stuff in you nervous system so you can feel satisfied in your life.
My clients tend to be people who have achieved a lot but struggle to feel good enough. I can help with panic attacks, OCD, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, ADHD, binge eating disorder, emotional eating, negative body image & perfectionism. I create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. My style is attentive, compassionate, & encouraging. I'll equip you with tools to change unhelpful patterns of thought & behavior and help you cultivate more peace, confidence, & joy.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or defeat, as a result of a significant life change or trauma? Maybe a relationship has ended or a new phase of life has just begun. Perhaps you’re living with the long-term effects of abuse, illness/pain or other traumatic experiences. You may feel out of control of your life or emotions. Eventually, these things start to overflow into other areas of life...and yet despite how hard things are right now, you know there’s more to life than this.
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Struggling to connect with your partner or to move past hurt and resentment? You're not alone. Many couples face insurmountable challenges, but there is hope and a way forward. As a specialist in couples therapy, I'm dedicated to helping couples navigate the complexities of their relationships, rebuild trust, and deepen their connection. My expertise lies in guiding couples through the healing process, particularly after the pain of infidelity, using the Gottman Method.
Navigating the complexities of relationships can often feel overwhelming, leaving couples feeling stranded without a clear path forward. The challenges you face together may seem insurmountable. In my role as your therapist, I am here to accompany you on this journey, providing support and guidance to help you find healing and strengthen your bond along the way. With a strong foundation in couples therapy, I bring extensive experience in working with partners facing a wide array of challenges.
Navigating the complexities of relationships can be challenging, often leaving couples feeling disconnected and misunderstood. As a therapist with a rich background in working across the lifespan—from infants to adults—I bring a deep sense of empathy and curiosity to understand your unique challenges. My goal is to help you and your partner explore and express your feelings and emotions, uncovering the root of disconnection and conflict, and fostering a deeper, more meaningful connection.
Our clients are individuals who may be hesitant to begin therapy, but after meeting during a free consultation, they quickly recognize the benefits of meeting with one of our experienced, compassionate, and open minded therapists. Many individuals we meet with have had experiences with anxiety, stress, depression, difficulties in relationships and at work, and have experienced trauma at some point in their lives.
I have more than ten years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and couples. I most frequently help clients navigate the challenges of anxiety, depression, ADHD, giftedness, self-esteem and body image issues, relationships, grief, disordered eating, and trauma. I specialize in, and especially enjoy working with, ADHD, gifted adolescents and adults, and high school and college-aged clients.
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Specialties Marital and Premarital Family Conflict Trauma and PTSD Issues Adoption Anger Management Anxiety Child Coping Skills Depression Divorce Infertility Infidelity Life Transitions Men's Issues Parenting Peer Relationships Transgender Women's Is
You are looking to deepen your relationship with your body as a source of wisdom and information. You seek to examine your patterns, goals, desires, and what may be stopping you from living the life you long for. You are ready to reflect on your past, set some boundaries, and embody yourself and your full potential. You are highly sensitive and ready to tap into your knowing even when it is not convenient or supported by the world at large. You are ready to create a different reality.
Many of my clients begin therapy saying they've always felt like they didn't belong. They've never really been understood. They've been cast aside or have done a lot of pretending to fit a mold to fit in. Most people inherently want—need, really—to belong. When we feel we don’t, we come up with all kinds of strategies to meet that need, or numb the pain of going without. Sometimes these strategies stop working or get in the way of our being ideal selves. This is where therapy can be beneficial.
I support adults through times of life transitions. I offer multimodal strategies for adult clients struggling with career optimization, in many cases due to (undiagnosed) ADHD based performance issues. Clinical specialties include: adult ADHD and Executive Functioning Coaching, perfectionism and shame resilience, codependency, imposter syndrome, relationship issues, communication problems,low self-esteem, grief and loss, parent coaching, self-regulation, anger management, anxiety & depression.
My clients are usually artists, lawyers, and young professionals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and / or bipolar disorder. They are often burdened with high stress, burnout, or creative blocks and have tried to help themselves but don't see the deeper changes they sought, so they reach out to me. My hope is that our work together will untangle what you're feeling and help you feel more content.
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My clients tend to struggle with feeling stuck, overwhelmed by their thoughts and feelings, and trouble communicating regarding needs. Often they have trouble sleeping or unwinding or have pressures of being "perfect". They may also be afraid to take chances, be genuine in relationships, and seek out opportunities and sex they deserve. I enjoy working with those struggling with issues related anxiety, trauma, am LGTQI affirming, sex positive.
I work with teens, college aged students, & parents with children of any age who are experiencing depression, anxiety, perfectionism, stress, and/or trauma. I understand that parents are the most influential people in a child’s life and that parenting is the hardest job there is. Therefore, I work with whole families, and often only the parents, to support the family in improving their connection, communication, getting their individual needs met, and providing each other with emotional support.
If you're seeking a therapist, you likely feel something is "off" but unsure how to address it. Feeling exhausted, stuck, and dissatisfied, you may wonder, "What about me?" and realize “I matter too.” My clients find a safe space to explore emotions, prioritize themselves, rediscover their needs and reconnect to what matters. They aim to understand why they are stuck and find a path to a vibrant, joyful, and fulfilling life. Unsure if you need therapy? You don’t have to do this alone.