Hi! My name is Dawn,
I graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Masters of Education in Rehabilitation Counseling and Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, License Professional Counselor Supervisor, License Addiction Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Master Addiction Counselor and Clinical Addiction Counselor II. I have more than twenty five years of experience in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. I have over ten years of evidence base group counseling experience. I am a member of the South Carolina Clinical Mental Health Counselors Association and NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals.
I believe in establishing a working relationship where we partner together to reach your identified goals. Some of the techniques I use in therapy include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, as well as person centered therapy.
I have helped clients to manage depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, grief and loss, adjusting to life changes, and improving communication skills. I also work with and provide support to clients in their recovery process related to substance use disorders.
Let’s begin to work together.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, ADHD, Codependency, Communication problems, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Self-love
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
SC LPC 3486
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dawn Jiles. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dawn is an experienced counselor who knows how to actively listen and respond with timely sensible practical advice. She’s good and offering gentle guidance and correction where appropriate without making you feel wrong or stupid. I’m glad we got matched up.
Written on Apr 14, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 9 months
Dawn has really helped me a lot, she is a great listener, very insightful and most importantly she has created a safe space for me to share without judgement or fear.
Written on Nov 18, 2020 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Dawn has really helped me navigate emotional trauma stemming from my family problems. I feel validated in my reactions to things when I talk to her, and she helps guide me through ways to work through it.
Written on Sep 20, 2020 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues