Dayna Pitzer, LISW, LICSW
Ohio therapist specializing in grief and transitions
- Hospice and grief
- Teen justice experience
- Crisis and inpatient care
About Dayna Pitzer
Dayna Pitzer, LISW, LICSW (LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker; LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker), transitioned to full-time private practice in 2022 after years of work across multiple clinical settings. She spent the early portion of her career supporting adults in a variety of care environments and in 2016 shifted her focus to adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system. Her hospice work deepened a commitment to grief and loss counseling and to helping people navigate significant life phase changes.
Dayna's personal experience caring for her mother during a battle with ovarian cancer, and her subsequent loss in November 2019, informed both her clinical interests and her decision to step back briefly from private practice to focus on healing while continuing work at a juvenile center. In August 2020 she resumed private practice work and later moved to full-time online practice in 2022. She brings experience from inpatient psychiatric care, crisis intervention, hospice, and supporting people with chronic medical illness, alongside a broad range of mental health and relationship concerns.
Throughout her career Dayna has aimed to help clients find greater peace of mind and build the strength needed to address the challenges in their lives.
Dayna's personal experience caring for her mother during a battle with ovarian cancer, and her subsequent loss in November 2019, informed both her clinical interests and her decision to step back briefly from private practice to focus on healing while continuing work at a juvenile center. In August 2020 she resumed private practice work and later moved to full-time online practice in 2022. She brings experience from inpatient psychiatric care, crisis intervention, hospice, and supporting people with chronic medical illness, alongside a broad range of mental health and relationship concerns.
Throughout her career Dayna has aimed to help clients find greater peace of mind and build the strength needed to address the challenges in their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dayna Pitzer have?
Dayna Pitzer has 18 years of experience.
Is Dayna Pitzer a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: LISW, LICSW. License details: OH LISW I.1451033-SUPV, MA LICSW LICSW128217.
In which languages does Dayna Pitzer provide therapy?
Dayna Pitzer provides therapy in English.
Where is Dayna Pitzer located?
Dayna Pitzer is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Dayna Pitzer as my therapist?
You can work with Dayna Pitzer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dayna Pitzer work with international clients?
Dayna Pitzer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dayna Pitzer 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 and Online Care
Dayna Pitzer integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy into online sessions to meet a range of needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration, helping clients feel heard and guiding them to identify their own solutions - it can be especially useful for life transitions and relationship concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies for issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness and can be helpful for managing intense emotions and improving communication.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dayna Pitzer works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts plans over time as progress is made. Licensed professionals tailor sessions to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy with Dayna is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it flexible for different schedules and comfort levels. These options increase accessibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or medical appointments and allow therapy to continue when in-person meetings are impractical.