Licensed clinical social worker recordVirginia
Annisha Dunaway, LCSW
Virginia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Life Transitions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904011770
- NPI
- 1316564065
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Virginia
These details come from information Annisha supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Anxiety and stress
- Life transitions
- Client-centered methods
About Annisha
Annisha Dunaway is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with six years of experience. She works with adults and teens who are managing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, PTSD, and empowerment goals. Annisha also brings experience from the Army and work as a victim specialist with law enforcement.
Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. She helps people set goals based on what they want to accomplish, rather than imposing a single method. Sessions mix techniques from several evidence-informed approaches to match the problem at hand.
Annisha describes her style as open, encouraging, and direct. In sessions she listens without judgment and helps clients name practical next steps. She focuses on building small skills that change day-to-day life, not just talking about problems.
She emphasizes working through challenges by identifying strengths people already have. That can mean learning new coping skills for anxiety, practicing communication in strained relationships, or building routines after a major life change. Work with her often includes skill practice between sessions to keep progress moving.
Her background as a veteran and as a victim specialist informs how she understands trauma, first responder stress, and safety concerns. That experience shapes how she structures sessions and sets realistic goals. People who want direct feedback and clear action steps often find this practical style a good fit.
BHow sessions work
Online approaches and what they involve
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters most to a person and building small actions that align with those values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes by shifting attention toward values-based behavior.Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflecting so the person leads the pace and content of sessions. This approach helps people who need time to process feelings and set their own goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress. It involves practical exercises and skill-building useful for anxiety, low mood, and coping with stress.
Choosing the right approach is often part of the early work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and may combine approaches over time.
Session format options are not listed in her biography, so confirm current online session formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life by reducing travel and allowing appointments during breaks or evenings. They also make it simpler to use short check-ins or focused skill practice when that suits a client’s schedule.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, career concerns, and related areas listed in her specialties.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses a mix of methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to match the client's goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience working with adults and teens, and experience as an Army veteran and victim specialist with law enforcement.
Is she licensed in Virginia?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers