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Dr. Dana Watson, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Dana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama

More about Dana

  • 3 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

Dr. Watson is licensed in Alabama with experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts vDr. Dana Watson holds four post-graduate degrees: A Doctorate of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership from Eastern University, a Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama, two Master of Arts degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Mobile. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). Dr. Watson previously worked in the faith-based, child welfare arena for 16 years, with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, and families. He works well with people from diverse backgrounds and with varied life experiences.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Coaching Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Compassion fatigue Infidelity

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Dana Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295434330.

  • LICSW · Alabama · 5283C · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Dana Watson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Dana Watson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Dana Watson speak?

Dr. Dana Watson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Dana Watson have?

Dr. Dana Watson has 3 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Dana Watson licensed to practice?

Dr. Dana Watson is licensed to practice in Alabama.

Does Dr. Dana Watson accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Dana Watson does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Dana Watson offer?

Dr. Dana Watson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Dana Watson?

Dr. Dana Watson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Dana Watson?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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