Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 37 insurances. Specializes in Coping Skills, Couples Counseling, Depression and 8 more.
Dawn Lloyd
(she/her)
Take a deep breath...You've just taken the first step on your path towards better mental health. It would be my honor to be the therapist who walks and supports you through this journey. I know that up to this point, you've done your best with what you knew and the tools you had, but they aren't helping anymore. Which is why you are here now looking at my profile. Do you want to feel more joy in parenting, in relationships, at work, or personally? Do you want less anxiety, depression, self-doubt, emotional instability? We can work together to identify new thought patterns, better communication strategies, problem-solve coping strategies, and what you want for your life moving forward. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Pennsylvania and Oklahoma and have been practicing for over 25 years and I am here for you.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session is an opportunity for me to understand some of your history, current and past challenges, and when there is time, goals for therapy (otherwise we will get to it in the second session). It is also a chance for you to understand a little bit about me and how I view therapy. l see the first, and all sessions, as a collaboration towards your goals.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I was trained as a systemic therapist, which means that I view relationships in a 3-D interconnected way. Often times people struggle because of their view of the relationships or lack of relationships they are in. Therefore, being able to understand the interactions among the various parts of a person’s life, creates a different perspective about what the problems might be. A big hurdle for most people is that they see an issue one way, get stuck on that view, and then enlist problematic strategies to fix or manage the problem. I will assist you in seeing the struggles differently so we can problem-solving useful coping strategies.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I'm excited to work with clients who are willing to explore their thoughts and feelings, even when it is difficult and messy! I've been working a long time with clients who are struggling in relationships, managing healthy work-life balance, as well as issues of anxiety and depression. Most of my clients also have some level of trauma that needs to be identified and worked through.
Specialties
Top specialties
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
Depression
Other specialties
Anxiety
Family Conflict
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Parenting
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
I identify as
White
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $120 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Geisinger - Commercial
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Highmark
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medica
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is an important modality because it helps to identify faulty thoughts, behaviors, and feelings that maintain problem areas. We will challenge these areas and identify healthy coping skills to increase feelings of wellbeing.
Gottman method
There are a lot of great skills that can be taught from the Gottman's work. Their information helps a couple see where they have missed bids for connection, how communication plays into conflict, as well as providing new skills to address these (and other) struggles.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
We all come from different cultures, backgrounds, beliefs and have different experiences. It is important for me to provide a safe space for people to feel respected and understood, regardless of their cultural identity.
Family Therapy
I was training as a systemic family therapist, which is to take into account each person's individual relationships and how those relationships interact in healthy or not so healthy ways. I'll focus on how social systems such as family, friends, and school/work environments contribute to difficulties and well-being.
Gender-affirming therapy
I have been working for over 5 years with clients who are questioning their gender identity or are struggling with transitioning to their preferred gender.
3 ratings with written reviews
May 19, 2026
I chose Dawn because her expertise is in couples therapy. She also has time and expedience. Dawn’s ’ personality and approach was inviting , reassuring and non judgmental. Dawn was attentive to both parties. We loved how impartial she seems to be. Her attention and interest in understanding our religion and what part it may play was an extra feather in the cap.
Verified client, age 55-64
May 19, 2026
Dawn has been wonderful. I honestly wasnt sure that we could work through our issues, but she has guided us so we feel better than ever! Its been a work in progress but I see the light at the end of the tunnel! Im disappointed that I could only choose 2 therapy styles because she encompasses so many here! Shes just also so fun, funny, and insightful!
Verified client, age 45-54
April 14, 2026
Im so grateful that someone with her skill set is working with us. We need someone who also can understand the complex issues around addiction and marriage issues. She was a breath of fresh air. I truly feel hopeful that we can get through this woth her help.