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Dawn Adler, LCSW, LISW

Strength-based support for growth and change
  • CBT-informed strategies
  • Affirming therapeutic space
  • Practical coping tools

About Dawn Adler

Dawn Adler, LCSW, LISW, is a licensed clinical social worker who believes that compassionate mental health support should be accessible to every person, regardless of background. Her work is rooted in meeting clients with respect and warmth while helping them navigate life’s challenges with a strength-based perspective.

She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-focused approach that explores how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. With this framework, Dawn helps clients identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck and develop strategies that support steadier coping, clearer decision-making, and meaningful change over time.

Dawn aims to provide a supportive and affirming space where clients can explore their experiences, reconnect with what matters most, and move toward healing and personal growth. For anyone going through a difficult season, she brings both understanding and actionable tools to help clients take the next steps forward and build a more empowered relationship with themselves and their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dawn Adler have?

Dawn Adler has 6 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients.

Is Dawn Adler a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dawn Adler is licensed and holds the credentials LCSW and LISW. License details include IN LCSW 34011516A and OH LISW I.2304238-SUPV.

In which languages does Dawn Adler provide therapy?

Dawn Adler provides therapy in English.

Where is Dawn Adler located?

Dawn Adler is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Dawn Adler as my therapist?

You can work with Dawn Adler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to choose a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Dawn Adler work with international clients?

Yes. Dawn Adler works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dawn Adler cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical Online Therapy Grounded in Evidence-Based Approaches

Dawn Adler, LCSW, LISW, draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients notice unhelpful thought patterns and behavior cycles, then practice new skills that better support day-to-day coping. CBT is often used when someone wants structure and tools for concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, or relationship strain.

Her client-centered style emphasizes respect, collaboration, and a steady focus on what matters most to the client. This approach can be especially helpful when someone wants a supportive space to sort through complex feelings, life transitions, or questions about identity, self-esteem, and personal growth.

Dawn also incorporates solution-focused therapy, which highlights strengths and small, realistic steps toward change. It can be a good fit for clients who want to clarify goals, build momentum, and focus on what is workable right now.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dawn works collaboratively with clients to tailor sessions to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the pace and focus as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to stay consistent with support even with a busy schedule or changing routines.

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