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Dawn Shelley Wann, LPC, LMHC

Missouri counselor supporting healing and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Adolescents and adults

About Dawn Shelley Wann

Dawn Shelley Wann is a licensed professional counselor in Missouri who brings six years of clinical experience to her work with adolescents, teenagers, and adults. She focuses on helping people cope with stress and anxiety, process trauma and abuse, manage parenting and anger concerns, and navigate other life challenges. Dawn approaches each person with the belief that they are the expert on their own story and that their existing strengths are central to overcoming obstacles.

Her therapeutic practice draws on a range of approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and client-centered methods, alongside other established modalities to tailor care to each individual. She emphasizes collaboration, resilience, and practical skills while honoring each person’s unique history and goals. Dawn recognizes that beginning therapy requires courage and offers supportive guidance to those taking that first step toward change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dawn Shelley Wann have?

Dawn Shelley Wann has 14 years of experience.

Is Dawn Shelley Wann a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LPC, LMHC. License details are MO LPC 2016028193 and WA LMHC LH61442916.

In which languages does Dawn Shelley Wann provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Dawn Shelley Wann located?

She is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Dawn Shelley Wann as my therapist?

You can work with Dawn Shelley Wann through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dawn Shelley Wann work with international clients?

Dawn Shelley Wann does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dawn Shelley Wann cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether remote counseling can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and major life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions and is often experienced as a practical alternative.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that suits them best - video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life or to connect when traveling or managing mobility needs.

Licensed professionals and therapists offer a variety of therapeutic approaches online, and clients may switch therapists if they seek a different fit. For many people, remote care provides a convenient, consistent way to work toward goals, build coping skills, and address ongoing concerns while maintaining the same standards of clinical practice found in face-to-face settings.

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