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Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 6 ratings

Dawn McNairy

LMFT, 6 years of experience

Direct
Solution oriented
Empowering
Virtual
Next available on

About me

I support adults, teens, couples, and families. I utilizes several theory based therapies that include, but are not limited to cognitive behavioral, narrative, solution focused, and emotionally focused. I have a direct, but compassionate style that allows her clients to explore and develop their relationship with others as well as themselves. I help to keep my client's focused on their therapeutic goals.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

The first session is often a mix of getting to know one another, discussing logistics, policies, and procedures that will structure the therapy sessions, as well as completing assessments that will give us a baseline of where we are starting from, and establishing your therapeutic goals.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I believe that my focus on helping you achieve your therapeutic goals and being a good listener are my greatest strengths as a therapist. I try to keep my clients on track & focused with how we can improve how they are feeling about themselves and the quality of their lives.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I believe that two of the most important components of successful therapy are the client's relationship with their therapist and the client's willingness to do the work outside the session. Its important that the client feel comfortable with their therapist so they can be completely honest and open so the root of the issue can be determined and processed. Sessions with your therapist are just part of your therapeutic journey; often there will be new skills that the client will need to develop on their own.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Self Esteem

I identify as

Asian / Asian American
Black / African American
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Focusing on identifying the irrational beliefs and working to reframe them.

Couples Counseling

Helping couples understand that it's not you versus each other, but the two of you versus the issue.

Location

Offers in-person in 15130 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91403, Suite 312Virtual

Licensed in

California

Accepts

Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
Cash - $120 per session
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 6 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

August 13, 2025

She is authentic and always tells me how it is. She calls me on my bullshit and I know she does it from a place of care and concern and I appreciate that a lot. Having a safe space to just be and grow is so important.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 5 with Dawn

June 12, 2025

Dawn made me feel beyond comfortable. I felt like everything I said was heard, which has been an issue with past experiences. Highly recommended.....she's awesome!!

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Dawn

June 11, 2025

Dawn is a wonderful therapist, she is warm and humous, goal-oriented, with a welcoming personality. I appreciate the insight she has to offer in regards to my stories and triggers. I look forward to our sessions and can't wait to see her every time!

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Dawn