
Doris Dodson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
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400 Locust Avenue, Suite 4, Charlottesville, VA 22902
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I am Doris Dodson (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to using a strengths-based approach to support clients dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, adoption, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I believe that clients are the experts on themselves, and I have collaborated with children, adolescents, and adults to help them overcome challenges. My diverse experience includes teaching social work students in higher education, leading anger management and batterers intervention groups, and training mental health clinicians to provide therapeutic services for clients impacted by foster care and adopti
I completed my Master of Social Work with a mental health concentration from Virginia Commonwealth University. I pride myself on being warm, accepting, and compassionate, and I genuinely care about my clients. My approach is eclectic and integrated, drawing on holistic methods that incorporate mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interview
There are times in everyone's life when additional support is beneficial. I am highly motivated to work with you to ensure you receive the support you need. If you are ready to take this next step, I invite you to schedule an appointment with me today!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Doris Dodson now - (434) 577-6786
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Managed by Thriveworks. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- First Health
- Humana
- JP Farley Corporation
- MedCost
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Railroad Medicare
- Sentara Health Plans
- Tricare East
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 904004250 Doris Dodson
- In Practice for 42 years
- Attended Virginia Commonwealth University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 1986
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Coping Skills
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Stress
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Relational
Location
Primary Location
Thriveworks Counseling
400 Locust Avenue
Suite 4
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 577-6786Email me
Additional Location
Thriveworks Counseling
370 Neff Avenue
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(434) 577-6786Nearby Areas

Doris Dodson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (434) 577-6786