I have been working in the field as a social worker for over 20 years. My work has been with children, adolescents and adults that have faced numerous challenges whether that be mental health issues, behavioral concerns, family issues, etc. I use a client centered approach and work with the client to ensure that their treatment is individualized and addresses their presenting concerns. I use a collaborative approach with my clients in order to work towards treatment goals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session, intake paperwork will be completed as well as a very detailed biopsychosocial assessment to gather important background information. We will discuss the presenting concerns and what outcomes the client is working towards. Based off this session, we will identify what the needs are such as frequency and duration of treatment.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I use a very open-minded approach when it comes to my clients. I understand that everyone has a story that needs to be heard and I treat my clients with dignity and respect. I try to identify ways that I can assist that will allow my clients to feel valued and appreciated.
About Dana Evangelista, MSW, LCSW
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101 North Main Street, Greensburg, PA, USA, Suite 200 B-CAppointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a treatment method that I have used throughout my practice. It has shown to be beneficial in regards to a range of mental and emotional health issues that one may be facing. CBT focuses on assisting individuals in changing their unhealthy thoughts and behaviors so that one can respond in a more effective way.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution Focused Brief therapy is a psychotherapy approach that assists one in identifying solutions and is goal oriented. It focuses on the here and now. This modality is very useful for client's who may only be attending treatment short-term or who are focused on building solutions to the issues they may be currently facing.
Supportive
Supportive therapy is an extremely useful treatment method. This approach assists with improving one's self-esteem, emotion regulation, positive reinforcement and assists with the ability to cope with life stressors. The client is encouraged to try new ways of thinking and feeling.
Trauma-Focused CBT
This treatment method is a type of psychotherapy that assists individuals in overcoming trauma related issues. Many individuals have experienced some sort of event in their life that they may identify as traumatic for them. This modality assists with helping individuals improve their ability to identify, process and communicate their feelings.