Evelyn Dotson, LCSW — Therapist in Tennessee

Hi there, I'm Evelyn!

Life is complicated, let's figure out how to navigate yours together. I help clients face some of life's biggest challenges. My goal is to always provide a safe space for you to feel seen and heard.

My focus

Grief, depression, and anxiety are a perfect storm for a complex life. But they don't have to be. We'll create a plan to face these challenges head on using a strengths based approach and recognizing that life can change, if you want it to.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Strength-Based Therapy to help you identify your strengths and reframe negative thoughts. Together, we will we'll build your coping skills and resilience--moving at your own pace--to align with your personal goals.

My communication style

Our time together belongs to you. I want you to feel comfortable expressing yourself in a safe and supportive environment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always been inspired by the resilience of the human spirit. Working in palliative and hospice care has shown me how strong-willed one becomes when faced with some of life's toughest challenges. We all have the capacity for change.

My goals for you

Every session together is an opportunity to measure your growth. We will adjust your goals and progress to meet you where you are, and always at your own pace.

Our first session

Your first session is an opportunity to get to know each other. I want you to tell me as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. This is your time and I appreciate the opportunity to meet with you.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

+ 8 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Cancer

Racial Justice

Educators

Single Mother

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 17 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Western Kentucky University and a Master of Science (MS) in Leadership and Human Behavior from Murray State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Evelyn Dotson