Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Dewona Johnson, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW10898
- NPI
- 1265808505
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Dewona 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
- Stress and anxiety
- Family conflict
- Anger management
About Dewona
Dewona Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 15 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, anger, low self-esteem, and motivation struggles. She also focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, and impulsivity.
Dewona frames therapy as a practical collaboration. She treats the person, not just the problem, and looks for concrete strengths clients can use. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented. Conversations aim to identify what is getting in the way and what small steps can change day-to-day life.
Her style is direct and respectful. She listens, asks clear questions, and offers strategies clients can try between sessions. That may include techniques to manage strong feelings, ways to reduce anxiety, or practice for clearer communication with others.
Dewona emphasizes building confidence and improving motivation. She helps people notice patterns that fuel anger or shame, and then work to replace those patterns with more useful responses. Progress is measured in practical changes people can see in work, family, and daily routines.
People who come to her can expect steady, organized support. She encourages people to use their own experience as a guide while introducing tools that match their goals. To begin, the usual next step is a short intake that identifies priorities and a plan for the first few sessions.
BHow sessions work
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Many clinicians who focus on stress and anxiety use cognitive and behavioral techniques that help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. These methods teach practical skills for reducing worry, managing mood, and changing patterns that contribute to depression.Another common approach is skills-based work for emotional regulation and anger management. This involves learning concrete tools to calm the body, slow impulsive reactions, and practice alternative ways of responding in heated moments. It can include short exercises clients use between sessions to test what works.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, daily life, and preferences. That choice is revisited and adjusted as progress is observed and priorities shift.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Many people choose online sessions because they fit better into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Phone sessions can be used for quick check-ins with less need for video, while video sessions let therapists and clients use visual cues during conversation. These practical benefits can help therapy fit into work, family, and other commitments.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, anger, and low self-esteem. Additional focuses include communication problems, guilt and shame, and impulsivity.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is practical and collaborative. She asks clear questions, highlights existing strengths, and offers actionable strategies for daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Dewona has 15 years of professional experience working with people on emotional and interpersonal concerns.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers