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My name is Dawn Willey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with 20 years of experience providing counseling services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, elderly and disabled clients in a wide variety of settings. I am an enthusiastic, dedicated, empathic, intuitive, down to earth and straight forward counselor who loves helping people navigate through their difficulties, find solutions that will bring lasting change and bring greater fulfillment to their lives. It is my passion to partner with clients who are struggling and assist them in finding healthy ways to cope and thrive!
It will be my pleasure to work with you towards reaching your goals with the understanding that you not I are the expert when it comes to your own life experiences. You will be seen, heard, validated, treated with kindness and respect, held accountable for participating in your treatment and given practical feedback that will increase your ability to face whatever life brings with strength and confidence.
Professional experience
20 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dawn Willey. 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.
She is very professional and knowledgeable. The homework is excellent and helping me work through the difficult things I need to do. I like working with her.
Written on Mar 09, 2026 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
I have been with Dawn for over a year now. The progress I have made is astounding! I hardly recognize myself. I have not only stabilized but I have exceeded what had become my baseline after the trauma I experienced 16 years ago. I had come to believe that the depression and lack of desire to really engage in life was to be my reality. However, a year of being with Dawn, that does not need to be. I am not longer just surviving, I am planning how I can really live. Thank you Dawn.
Written on Feb 24, 2026 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
We have only had one phone session so far but she has assigned homework to me each day and checked in with me each day. She has been encouraging patient and kind through my process so far.
Written on Jan 05, 2026 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Working with Dawn has been such a positive and supportive experience. She is compassionate, attentive, and truly listens without judgment. Dawn creates a safe space where I feel comfortable opening up, while also guiding me with helpful tools and insights that I can apply in my daily life. I’ve felt real progress since starting therapy with her, and I deeply appreciate her empathy, encouragement, and professionalism. I would highly recommend Dawn to anyone seeking a thoughtful and caring therapist.
Written on Aug 23, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dawn is so kind and compassionate. She truly invests in your healing journey. She reaches out regularly and participates in your experience. She has become a trusted friend and confidant. I highly recommend Dawn no matter your situation.
Written on Jun 10, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dawn is a Christ follower, understands my faith and encourages my walk with Christ. She prays for me and reminds me of God’s loves for me and how faithful and good He is just by reminding me to count my blessings.
I couldn’t have found a better therapist on BetterHelp and I hope and pray she connects with more young Christians like me who want to share not just the circumstances of their life but their faith, their God-given gifts, their fellowship with other believers and their hopes for their future.
Written on Feb 21, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dawn is very kind and encouraging. She offers a spiritual based approach to therapy which I greatly appreciate. When it is difficult to focus on my blessings, I think about the encouragement that she provides me, and try a prayerful and scripture based approach to help me with my challenges. I am grateful to have her as my Therapist. Thank you.
Written on Jan 01, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Fantastic. Easy to talk to.
Written on Dec 23, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
The best! Caring and compassionate! A true asset to this service!
Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Wonderful
Written on Oct 06, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I am very thankful for Dawn Wiley. I was struggling through many webs when I first signed up for BetterHelp (my first counseling experience). Early on in working with Dawn I began to look forward to our weekly sessions as a pick-me-up. She is a bright light, a gentle counselor, and a supportive listener that set me on a path to see more clearly. Her offerings of wisdom, little tasks that helped with my mindset, and encouragement to actively build myself up were exactly what I needed. Even her messages throughout the week help me feel like someone cares enough to check up in between. She also provides a lot of biblical advice and faith-based growth plans that help you connect with something bigger than yourself. I recommend working with her!
Written on Jul 05, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Dawn has been such a blessing in my life! Love her advice and feedback. She always responds in ways that incorporates the word of God and it’s just what I’ve needed. Thank you Dawn!
Written on Jun 02, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
So thankful for Dawn. She is such a light in this world. She has helped me to grow in myself and my relationship with God. I couldn't have asked for a better pick of therapists.
Written on Feb 17, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
She is priceless
Written on Jan 24, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dawn has been fantastic! I put off getting a therapist for so long and I’m so glad Dawn & I got matched. It’s rare I meet someone who shares the same views on so many things. There are a lot of odd coincidences between our experiences… I believe meeting Dawn was divine intervention and couldn’t be more grateful to be working with her
Written on Dec 08, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
I love her! Very kind and understanding.
Written on May 12, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Dawn was absolutely amazing. she helped me achieve my goals and set boundaries for the people around me. Highly recommend!
Written on Feb 11, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, anger management, and eating disorders
This is my 3rd week of therapy and I already feel so much better. My therapist is very encouraging and listens to my needs.
Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dawn is the sweetest & very grounding! She is responsive via text which really helped when I had those moments of high anxiety between sessions. I specifically searched for a Christian therapist & Dawn was amazing at integrating my experience with God & my identity in Christ. She was not pushy, very validating, listened & remebered everything, and very accepting. I loved working with her and highly recommend her. God bless!
Written on Oct 12, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is awesome!
Written on Aug 09, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
It was great working with Dawn. She listened to me, made me feel comfortable to share my feelings and was able to identify the cause behind my feelings. It really helped me get back to my normal self. Appreciate all her help!!
Written on Jan 26, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and parenting issues
Working with Dawn has been extremely helpful to me! She's so sweet and validating! I've seen a lot of different therapists at this point, and Dawn has, by far, been the most understanding of anyone I've worked with!
Written on Dec 10, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dawn is kind and understanding. She really listens and she is very supportive. She is pleasant to work with. It's my first time doing therapy and she has really made everything easy for me. I would recommend her to everyone.
Written on Dec 04, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
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