Therapist profile
Dawn Antal, LICSW
West Virginia
Licensed social worker - Addiction and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LICSW
- License
- LICSW, West Virginia / DP00944172
- NPI
- 1659904977
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- West Virginia
About
- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- CBT and motivation
About Dawn
Dawn Antal is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in West Virginia with 15 years of experience. She sees adults who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and self-esteem concerns. Dawn also supports people dealing with attachment questions, codependency, and the effects of sexual assault and abuse.
Her sessions are straightforward and interactive. She talks with clients about how thoughts and behaviors link to feelings, and works with practical steps to reduce distress. Dawn uses clear techniques that help people notice patterns and try different ways of handling problems.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine unhelpful thinking and build new coping habits. Motivational Interviewing is used to explore what matters most and boost motivation for change. Humanistic ideas help focus on personal values and self-worth.
In work with addictions and recovery-related concerns, she addresses both substance use and the behaviors that keep people stuck. For grief and trauma survivors, sessions aim to reduce overwhelming reactions and strengthen day-to-day functioning. Dawn pays attention to shame, guilt, and forgiveness when those themes come up.
People who prefer clear goals and practical tools may find her style helpful. She asks about life goals and offers concrete steps to try between sessions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Licensed professionals commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes. CBT is practical and often focuses on short-term steps to reduce anxiety, low mood, or urges linked to addictive behavior.Motivational Interviewing helps people sort out mixed feelings about change. It uses conversational tools to clarify personal values and strengthen reasons to move toward different choices. Humanistic approaches focus on personal worth and goals, supporting clearer direction when life feels stuck or shameful.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dawn will talk with clients about what feels useful and adjust methods based on goals and preferences. That means trying techniques together and checking whether they fit, then shifting course if needed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove travel time from the schedule. Therapists and clients can agree on practical arrangements that match daily life and treatment goals.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
West Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
Dawn works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. She also focuses on attachment issues, codependency, and the effects of sexual assault and abuse.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is inviting and interactive. She uses clear, task-focused conversations and practical steps between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working in psychotherapy settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - WV LICSW - practicing in West Virginia.
Are sessions available in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.