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Dorothy Watkins, LCSW

Arizona LCSW specializing in trauma and anxiety
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • Adoption and family issues

About Dorothy Watkins

Dorothy Watkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Arizona with 26 years of professional experience. She offers focused support for people coping with stress and anxiety, survivors of trauma and abuse, and those facing grief and loss. Her practice also addresses related concerns such as adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, communication and family problems, isolation and loneliness, and challenges common to young adults.

Watkins approaches therapy with an emphasis on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored. She encourages clients to take the courageous first step toward greater well-being and partners with them as they pursue more fulfilling, balanced lives. Her years of experience inform a steady, compassionate style aimed at helping clients build practical skills and new perspectives.

Throughout her work she supports clients in identifying goals, developing coping strategies, and making meaningful changes at a pace that fits their needs. Prospective clients in Arizona who are seeking help for stress, trauma, anxiety, or grief can learn more about her practice and available online and phone session options.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dorothy Watkins have?

Dorothy Watkins has 26 years of professional experience.

Is Dorothy Watkins a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Arizona - AZ LCSW LCSW-2720.

In which languages does Dorothy Watkins provide therapy?

Dorothy Watkins provides therapy in English.

Where is Dorothy Watkins located?

She is located in Arizona.

How can I work with Dorothy Watkins as my therapist?

You can work with Dorothy Watkins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dorothy Watkins work with international clients?

Dorothy Watkins does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dorothy Watkins cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care and Recovery

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and replace them with more constructive ways of thinking and behaving. It is commonly used for stress, anxiety, and coping with life transitions.

Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on understanding the effects of traumatic experiences and developing strategies to reduce their ongoing impact. It supports processing painful memories and improving daily functioning after trauma and abuse.

Narrative Therapy invites clients to explore the stories they tell about themselves and to reframe those narratives in ways that open up alternative possibilities and personal strengths. This approach can be helpful for grief, identity concerns, and life changes.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dorothy Watkins works with individuals to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts methods to fit each person’s situation rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy with Watkins is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes scheduling more flexible and reduces travel time. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals from home, at work, or wherever they are most comfortable, making consistent care more achievable for people with busy or complicated lives.

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