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Dawn Sweeten, LCSW

Experienced Florida LCSW for anxiety and transitions
  • Adults and teens
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Collaborative treatment plans

About Dawn Sweeten

Dawn Sweeten is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 18 years of professional experience. She has worked extensively with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and significant life transitions, and she brings focused experience supporting people who face mental health challenges associated with chronic or acute illness.

Dawn approaches each person with respect for their individual story, believing that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity. She collaborates with clients to create treatment plans tailored to their particular needs and goals, combining practical coping strategies with a strengths-based focus. Dawn recognizes the courage it takes to seek change and emphasizes an empowering, supportive therapeutic relationship to help people move toward a more fulfilling life.

Throughout her practice she guides clients at a pace that honors their preferences, helping them identify steps they can take to manage stress, improve mood, and adapt to life changes. Her work centers on partnership, clear communication, and helping people build resilience as they pursue their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dawn Sweeten have?

Dawn Sweeten has 18 years of experience in professional mental health practice.

Is Dawn Sweeten a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are FL LCSW SW8830.

In which languages does Dawn Sweeten provide therapy?

Dawn Sweeten provides therapy in English.

Where is Dawn Sweeten located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Dawn Sweeten as my therapist?

You can work with Dawn Sweeten through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dawn Sweeten work with international clients?

Dawn Sweeten does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dawn Sweeten cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches Offered Online



Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and respect for each person's unique perspective. In this approach the therapist creates a supportive space where the client guides the pace and focus of work, which is helpful for life transitions, self-exploration, and building self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop practical tools to change them. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching strategies for coping and problem solving.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for regulating intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It can be useful for people who experience strong emotional reactivity or ongoing relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Dawn works together with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as work progresses.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule, to continue work during medical or mobility challenges, and to receive support from licensed professionals and therapists without added travel time.

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