Dr. Sartreina Dottin, LICSW

Dr. Sartreina Dottin is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts with more than 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist. She also brings over nine years of experience teaching in the behavioral sciences and advising students, which informs her thoughtful and evidence-informed approach to care.

Her clinical work addresses a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, career-related stress, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, attention-deficit concerns, and the effects of physical trauma and emotional abuse. She also attends to needs related to aging, caregiving stress, multicultural and discrimination-related issues, and perinatal concerns.

Her counseling style is warm, interactive, and attentive. She treats people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques with psychodynamic perspectives, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s specific circumstances rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all model. LICSW indicates that she is a licensed independent clinical social worker qualified to provide clinical services.

She emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping individuals take the first steps toward change and supporting them as they work toward the outcomes they value. Dr. Dottin welcomes those ready to begin a therapeutic process and offers guided, personalized care.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dr. Sartreina Dottin draws on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and skills-oriented, and it is often useful for addressing anxiety, depression, panic, and OCD-related concerns.

She also uses psychodynamic therapy, which explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns influence current feelings and relationships. This approach can be valuable for understanding long-standing relationship dynamics, trauma responses, and recurring emotional patterns.

Her practice emphasizes a client-centered stance as well - creating a respectful, attentive space where the person’s values and goals guide the work. The selection and blending of approaches are collaborative. Dr. Dottin will work with each individual to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work and to continue care when in-person visits are difficult. For many people, the combination of evidence-based approaches and flexible online delivery supports consistent progress toward meaningful goals.