Dawn Walker, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Dawn!

I help individuals navigate life's challenges by creating a safe and welcoming space for healing and self-discovery. Using approaches such as CBT, DBT, talk therapy, and solution-focused therapy, I support you in uncovering your authentic self. You are the expert of your life. I am here to walk alongside you.

My focus

I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are looking for a safe, supportive space to explore what they're going through. My clients want someone who listens without judgment and helps them understand their story, manage emotions, and create meaningful change.

My approach

I use a flexible approach that blends CBT, DBT, talk therapy, and solution-focused techniques to meet you where you are. Together, we explore your story, build helpful skills, and create space for healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

My communication style

I communicate with warmth, empathy, and calm. I listen closely, ask gentle questions, and create a safe space where you can open up and feel supported.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist out of a deep curiosity about people's stories and a desire to help others feel seen and supported. My training in the various modalities allows me to guide my clients toward healing, growth, and reconnecting with their authentic selves.

My goals for you

I work collaboratively with clients to clarify what they want and break those goals into manageable steps. I help them build skills, stay grounded, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right. Throughout the process, I offer steady support, encouragement, and reflection so they can grow with confidence and direction.

Our first session

In our first session, we focus on getting to know each other and understanding your story, concerns, and goals. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share openly, and together we explore what brought you to therapy and how I can best support you. By the end of the session, we'll have a sense of the next steps for moving forward.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Sierra Health and Life
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 45 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) from Western Seminary.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Dawn Walker