About Dawn
Dawn Shanklin helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She is a Maryland-based clinician who aims to make sessions straightforward and practical. Dawn uses clear language and steady support so people can focus on what matters most to them.
She draws on client-centered methods that start with listening closely to each person's experience. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to identify unhelpful thinking and build new coping skills.
How Dawn works
Sessions are collaborative and focused on small, doable changes that add up over time. Dawn has an MD along with LCPC and LMHC credentials and brings 11 years of clinical experience. That background informs a calm, respectful style that treats concerns seriously while avoiding jargon.
People say the pace feels manageable and realistic. Common issues she addresses include depression, compassion fatigue, and social anxiety or phobia. She also supports people dealing with workplace stress, communication problems, loneliness, and questions about life purpose or money concerns.
The work centers on practical strategies and clearer thinking. Dawn offers several remote formats to suit different needs. Conversations may happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging.
She helps people pick a format that fits their schedule and the kind of check-in they need.
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Training and background
| Registers | MD, LCPC, LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 11 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Maryland |
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Online support options
How client-centered and CBT work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience. The therapist reflects what is said, helps clarify values, and supports people as they decide on goals. This approach is useful for building trust and for exploring life purpose or feelings of isolation.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete skills to challenge unhelpful thoughts and to try new behaviors, which can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and ease workplace stress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Dawn will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. She adapts methods over time so sessions stay relevant and practical.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video works well for deeper conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick reflections, homework follow-ups, or when a written note fits someone's routine. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work and family commitments and to keep momentum between meetings.
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A practical next step
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