Dawnea Smith
Texas LPC focusing on relationships, trauma, and self-esteem
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About
Dawnea Smith, LPC, combines focused clinical training with a collaborative approach to help people navigate relationship strains, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, depression, and parenting challenges. Based in Texas, she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also incorporating practical coaching elements to support motivation and goal setting. Her practice includes attention to issues such as infidelity, intellectual disability, multicultural concerns, self-harm, and difficulties common to young adulthood.
She frames the therapeutic process as a partnership in which the individual’s lived experience and strengths guide each step. Sessions address emotional regulation, anger, career questions, and coping with life changes, with a focus on building skills that can be applied between meetings. Dawnea aims to create clear, achievable steps toward greater clarity and functioning without promising specific outcomes.
With three years of professional experience and licensure as an LPC in Texas, she offers a direct, approachable style intended to support reflection, decision making, and practical problem solving. Prospective clients can expect a structured, skills-oriented path tailored to the concerns documented in her profile.
She frames the therapeutic process as a partnership in which the individual’s lived experience and strengths guide each step. Sessions address emotional regulation, anger, career questions, and coping with life changes, with a focus on building skills that can be applied between meetings. Dawnea aims to create clear, achievable steps toward greater clarity and functioning without promising specific outcomes.
With three years of professional experience and licensure as an LPC in Texas, she offers a direct, approachable style intended to support reflection, decision making, and practical problem solving. Prospective clients can expect a structured, skills-oriented path tailored to the concerns documented in her profile.
- Location:
- Texas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 3
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Multicultural concerns, Self-harm, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LPC 88311
- NPI Number: 1184317307
- License: LPC (Texas)
Remote sessions using CBT and coaching strategies
Dawnea Smith uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and to develop alternative strategies. In accessible, goal-focused language she works with clients to recognize unhelpful thought patterns, test new behaviors, and build practical skills for managing mood, anger, and relational challenges. Sessions include collaborative planning and practice exercises to support learning between meetings.
Alongside CBT, Dawnea integrates coaching-oriented work to clarify values, set short-term goals, and increase motivation for change. This approach emphasizes action steps, accountability, and skill development for concerns such as career decisions, intimacy-related issues, or coping with life transitions. The combination of therapeutic techniques and coaching can suit people seeking structured, skill-based support.
Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats are offered to match different communication preferences and to facilitate continuity of care while working on the areas listed in her profile.
How much clinical experience does Dawnea Smith have?
This profile reports three years of professional experience as a practicing clinician.
What are Dawnea Smith's credentials and license details?
She holds the credential LPC and is licensed in Texas under TX LPC 88311.
Which languages does she offer services in?
The profile lists English as the language used for sessions.
Where is Dawnea Smith based?
Her listed location is Texas.
What ways can clients work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Can she accept international clients?
No. The profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work with her?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.