Dwanne Clayton, LCSW, CSW
Compassionate guidance for midlife change
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- Practical coping skills
- Strengths-focused work
- Relationship support
About Dwanne
Dwanne Clayton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and other midlife challenges. She guides individuals who feel stuck by focusing on practical steps and personal strengths. Her tone is supportive and straightforward, aimed at people ready to make changes in their lives.
Dwanne emphasizes that clients are the experts on their own stories. She uses solution-focused strategies to help people uncover what matters to them and move toward goals they choose. Sessions focus on building motivation, boosting confidence, and improving daily routines that get in the way of feeling well.
Her background includes five years of providing therapy and earlier professional work in related fields. She holds the credential LCSW and also CSW, and she practices in Florida. These roles inform a practical approach to common concerns such as grief, trauma, parenting strain, and coping with life changes.
In the therapy room she draws on methods that help people notice patterns, change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and strengthen emotional connection. That can mean learning skills for managing anxiety, practicing mindfulness, or shifting how people communicate in important relationships.
Taking the first step can feel hard, and Dwanne aims to make the process clear and manageable. She encourages anyone unsure about therapy to try a short intake and see if her way of working feels like a fit.
Dwanne emphasizes that clients are the experts on their own stories. She uses solution-focused strategies to help people uncover what matters to them and move toward goals they choose. Sessions focus on building motivation, boosting confidence, and improving daily routines that get in the way of feeling well.
Her background includes five years of providing therapy and earlier professional work in related fields. She holds the credential LCSW and also CSW, and she practices in Florida. These roles inform a practical approach to common concerns such as grief, trauma, parenting strain, and coping with life changes.
In the therapy room she draws on methods that help people notice patterns, change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and strengthen emotional connection. That can mean learning skills for managing anxiety, practicing mindfulness, or shifting how people communicate in important relationships.
Taking the first step can feel hard, and Dwanne aims to make the process clear and manageable. She encourages anyone unsure about therapy to try a short intake and see if her way of working feels like a fit.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Florida, Georgia
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people identify what matters to them and take small committed actions toward those values; it is useful for stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can ease symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and can discover their own solutions to relationship and self-esteem concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together rather than following a fixed method.
Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time so it is easier to keep consistent appointments. Because exact session formats are not specified here, confirm current options with the therapist before booking. This helps ensure the chosen format fits scheduling needs, whether someone needs shorter check-ins or longer weekly sessions.
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Dwanne help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, trauma, and midlife transitions among other issues.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is practical and collaborative, using solution-oriented steps and skill building to improve daily functioning and relationships.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of direct therapy experience, plus prior professional work that contributed to her clinical background.
What credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
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