Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Dawn works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- New Jersey
- Years in practice
- 19
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Dawn
Dawn Cheetham is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. She works in a straightforward way to address stress, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and life changes so clients can move toward clearer goals and better day-to-day coping. Her approach is practical and person-focused.
Dawn listens first to understand what matters most to each person. Then she uses techniques from client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to build small, manageable steps toward change.
Background and approach
With 19 years of experience, she has supported people facing depression, grief, parenting strain, caregiver stress, career concerns, and challenges linked to bipolar disorder and ADHD. She also works with panic attacks and compassion fatigue when these problems interfere with daily life.
Based in New Jersey, Dawn offers a range of session styles to fit different needs, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. She has day and evening appointment times to make scheduling easier. People who choose Dawn can expect a calm, nonjudgmental space to talk through tense moments and recurring patterns.
She helps develop concrete tools for managing anger and anxiety while also addressing the life events behind those feelings.
What Dawn works with
Everything Dawn lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Dawn's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
Approaches Dawn lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Client-centered and CBT support online
Dawn uses client-centered therapy to create a space where people feel heard and respected. This approach focuses on listening, clarifying what matters to the person, and shaping goals from their own priorities. It is useful for anyone who needs a therapist who responds to their pace and values.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT helps identify thought patterns that fuel anxiety, anger, or low mood and then tests small changes to reduce distress and improve daily routines.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Dawn will work with each person to decide whether client-centered work, CBT, or a mix fits best based on goals, symptoms, and personal preferences. That collaborative process helps set realistic steps and measure progress.
Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video lets people use visual cues and longer conversations, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, brief coaching, or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, caregiving, and daily life.
Questions people ask about Dawn
What concerns does Dawn commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, grief, parenting strain, career issues, bipolar concerns, ADHD, panic attacks, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Dawn uses a client-centered stance that focuses on what matters to the person, combined with cognitive behavioral therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How long has she been practicing?
She brings 19 years of clinical experience working with a range of mood, stress, and adjustment concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
Dawn holds an LCSW credential and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are offered and can international clients sign up?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.