Danielle Dawson, M.A., L.M.F.T., Psychotherapist

• Psychotherapist

Danielle is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She is passionate about counseling couples and individuals around sexual health and other relationship challenges. She has years of experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and self-esteem.

Danielle has a natural ability to connect with clients, to see the world through their eyes and share their perspective. She strives to help others determine their goals and gives them tools to achieve those goals. Working together, she helps clients understand that any trauma, crisis or negative experience in life is an opportunity to discover a healthier self and find the power within to thrive in life. By understanding their feelings, goals, fears, and aspirations first, clients are able to develop positive beliefs and behaviors to cope with the stress and anxiety of everyday life. By providing a positive and safe environment filled with empathy and acceptance, Danielle will help you do the work necessary to find balance in your life through self-awareness, purpose and empowerment.

Danielle earned her Bachelor’s degree at UCSD and a Masters in Science in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. She had specialized training at American Association of Couples and Sex Therapy, UCLA. She is a member of AASECT and currently working on her AASECT certification.

To schedule an appointment or learn more, call 949-764-7239 or email wellness@hoag.org.