Annisha Dunaway, LCSW

Annisha Dunaway is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licenses in Delaware, North Carolina, and Virginia. As an Army veteran who also works as a victim specialist with law enforcement, she brings practical experience and a steady presence to work with adults and teens facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship difficulties, PTSD, and challenges related to empowerment.

She approaches therapy as a cooperative effort, centering the process on each person's goals and preferences. Rather than relying on a single method, she combines techniques from multiple therapeutic models to tailor support to the individual situation. Her style balances warmth and encouragement with clear, direct guidance, creating space to process hard experiences while accepting imperfection.

Annisha aims to help people examine their lives, draw on inner strengths, and redirect their path when needed. She frames obstacles as opportunities for future growth and focuses on practical steps that align with clients' values and aims. She welcomes conversations about how therapy can help and is available to explore next steps with prospective clients.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Therapy

Annisha often draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. ACT supports coping with anxiety, depression, and life transitions by teaching practical ways to accept difficult experiences and commit to valued goals.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing concrete skills to change reactions and behaviors. CBT is useful for addressing anxiety, mood concerns, and stress by offering structured tools and strategies.

Finally, her client-centered approach emphasizes listening and collaboration so the therapeutic plan reflects each person’s priorities. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process - Annisha works together with clients to determine which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling and make ongoing support more accessible. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from different locations and choose the format that best fits their life and comfort level, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists committed to practical, goal-focused care.