LMHC

Dawn Whitehead, LMHC

Therapist in Rhode Island

Dawn is a LMHC therapist in Rhode Island.

20+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, LGBT
Approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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About Dawn

Dawn Whitehead is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Rhode Island with 20 years of professional experience supporting people through life’s challenges. She brings extensive experience helping individuals manage stress and anxiety, overcome depression, process trauma, and explore issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity. In addition to clinical therapy, she offers anger management instruction and support for relationship, grief, eating, and self-esteem concerns.

Dawn works with a broad range of mood and behavior issues, including bipolar disorder, panic and obsessive-compulsive symptoms, and difficulties adjusting to major life changes. She also addresses needs such as body image, feelings of emptiness or abandonment, impulsivity, and self-harm, tailoring care to each person’s history and goals. Her approach is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with an emphasis on practical skills and emotional understanding.

She individualizes conversations and treatment plans so that therapy reflects each client’s priorities and preferences. Dawn emphasizes collaborative work that honors the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life, and she provides steady support as clients build the coping tools and insights that matter most to them.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical method that helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and change behaviors that contribute to distress. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms and focuses on skills that can be practiced between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines acceptance and change strategies and teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills - tools that are useful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges. Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on understanding and processing traumatic experiences in ways that reduce their ongoing impact, often blending safety-building, emotion-focused work, and gradual processing to support recovery from post-traumatic stress and abuse-related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dawn works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will tailor strategies and adjust the plan over time so therapy remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or work while still receiving structured, evidence-informed care.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dawn Whitehead have?

Dawn Whitehead has 20 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Dawn Whitehead a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMHC credential. License details are RI LMHC MHC00304.

In which languages does Dawn Whitehead provide therapy?

Dawn provides therapy in English.

Where is Dawn Whitehead located?

Dawn is located in Rhode Island.

How can I work with Dawn Whitehead as my therapist?

You can work with Dawn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dawn Whitehead work with international clients?

Dawn Whitehead does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dawn Whitehead 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.