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Shatia Dawkins

Therapist(She/Her)
22 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

You deserve care that's both structured and deeply compassionate, especially when you're carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, or the weight of a hard transition. Taking this step already shows real courage. I'm a licensed therapist with over 20 years in human services, and I'm here to walk alongside you as you build emotional stability,

develop coping tools, and move away from patterns that no longer serve you, toward a life that feels steady, fullling, and genuinely yours

My approach to therapy

My therapeutic approach is person-centered and holistic — I don't believe in one-size-fits-all care. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges, among other concerns. Whether you're looking to untangle long-standing emotional patterns, build healthier coping strategies, or simply need a steady, nonjudgmental space to process what you're carrying, we'll tailor our work together to fit your story and your goals.

What you can expect from me

In our sessions, you can expect a warm, open, and safe partnership. We'll start by getting to know each other — I want to hear your story in your own words and understand what you hope to get out of our time together. From there, I'll be fully present: listening closely, gently challenging you when it's helpful, and supporting you consistently as you move toward the life you want. My goal is for you to leave every session feeling heard, respected, and a little more equipped than when you walked in.

If this sounds like the kind of support you've been looking for, I'd be honored to be part of your journey.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    22 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Rutgers University College, New Brunswick
  • License type
    LCADC - Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, OCD, Family issues, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English