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Dr. Sartreina Dottin, LICSW

Experienced LICSW for trauma and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • CBT and psychodynamic
  • 25 years experience

About Dr. Sartreina Dottin

Dr. Sartreina Dottin is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts with 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist and more than nine years teaching and advising in the behavioral sciences. She has worked with people facing a wide variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career issues, obsessive-compulsive patterns, attention-related concerns, and the aftermath of physical trauma and emotional abuse.

Her approach to counseling is warm, interactive, and attentive, guided by respect, sensitivity, and compassion and a commitment to avoiding stigmatizing labels. She integrates cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic methods to shape conversations and clinical plans that respond to each person as an individual. Treatment is tailored collaboratively so that goals and strategies reflect the client’s priorities and circumstances.

Recognizing that taking the first step toward change requires courage, she focuses on support and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process, working alongside clients to help bring about the changes they seek. Dr. Sartreina Dottin, LICSW

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressHIV / AIDSMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Sartreina Dottin have?

Dr. Sartreina Dottin has 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist.

Is Dr. Sartreina Dottin a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: MA LICSW 115919.

In which languages does Dr. Sartreina Dottin provide therapy?

Dr. Sartreina Dottin provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Sartreina Dottin located?

She is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Dr. Sartreina Dottin as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Sartreina Dottin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Sartreina Dottin work with international clients?

Dr. Sartreina Dottin does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Sartreina Dottin 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 a 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.

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One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect in the mode that best fits their needs and lifestyle: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to sustain regular care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

Licensed professionals provide therapy through these remote options, and it is possible to change therapists if a different fit is desired. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible, practical way to work toward personal goals with a qualified therapist.

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