I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Pennsylvania with 15+ years of experience in the mental health field. I have experience working in various clinical settings as a leader and educator. I am passionate about helping my clients work through depression, anxiety, family conflicts, self-esteem issues, and major life transitions. I understand that life can be hard and messy. Taking the first step to seek therapy can be overwhelming, but the healing process is transformative!

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Our first session is a "getting to know you phase". This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. I work from a non-judgmental harm-reduction lens, presenting the therapeutic environment as a safe space to process feelings and help clients to find their voice. I take a person-centered approach to treatment, respecting the client as the author of their own story.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I utilize multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, exploration of patterns/emotions, psychoeducation, role-playing, structured problem-solving, and cognitive reframing.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I enjoy working with the geriatric population, adults, teens, and children who are struggling as they transition through life challenges. It is also very important to me to give space for people of color to feel comfortable exploring issues of race.

About Trina Qualls-Dunaway