- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Guilt and shame focus
About Dana
Dana McPherson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four years of professional experience. She practices in Oregon and works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Dana also lists work with LGBT concerns, family stress, self-esteem, career issues, and coping with life changes, including guilt and shame.
Dana uses practical talk, skills training, and focused interventions rather than lengthy theory. Sessions typically include checking current concerns, naming what feels most urgent, and trying short, manageable steps between sessions. She draws on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
Her style is straightforward and person-focused. Dana emphasizes collaboration and clear goals so people know what to expect from week to week. She does not offer couples therapy.
Dana has experience with a wide range of related issues such as abandonment, attachment patterns, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, and end-of-life concerns. She also supports people facing aging or cancer-related challenges.
People who choose her often want practical tools to reduce shame and manage daily life. The work can include exploring past wounds, rehearsing new ways to talk to others, and building steady coping routines. To begin, the site’s matching process is used to schedule a first appointment and set initial goals.
How Dana blends talk and skills for online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and working at the client’s pace. It helps people feel understood and identify what they most want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and offers practical exercises to try between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete coping skills for strong emotions and relationship challenges.Dana sees finding the right approach as a collaborative process. She will discuss what feels most pressing and try methods that fit the client’s goals and preferences. Adjustments are expected as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant and manageable.
The biography does not enumerate specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, or join from different locations. It also supports using worksheets, breathing or grounding practices, and role-play exercises during a session. If you need a particular session length or style, ask about those options when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule your first appointment.
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Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California, Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Dana works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and related concerns such as guilt and shame.
How would she approach shame or guilt?
She uses practical strategies like noticing unhelpful thoughts, exploring how beliefs started, and trying small behavioral changes to shift how people respond to guilt or shame.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Dana has four years of professional experience as a clinician working with adults on a range of emotional and life concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and practices from Oregon.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any regional licensure or scheduling details before booking.
What formats are available for sessions?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and getting started handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.