She is amazing. ❤️
Dava Wilson, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Dava is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dava. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kentucky, Tennessee, and 2 more
Recent reviews
She is very responsive and kind. She is a wonderful sounding board with solid action plans.
More about Dava
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Kentucky, but also licensed in Tennessee and, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, and Florida with 9 years' experience working with people making change in their life. I have worked with people challenged by depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and life changing situations. My approach is solution focused, client centered, and strengths-based drawing heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Theory.
When working with clients I strive to make the therapy experience genuine, positive, respectful, and safe. I believe that you have the ability to rewrite your own story with support from a professional. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am excited to meet you and work together to identify your goals and make plans to achieve them! Be proud of yourself for taking this first step to your new narrative!
Please allow 24 hours for responses via any method (chat, email, etc.) for brand new clients and 24-48 for additional inquiries, although most will be within 24 hours. Please remember that therapists need self-care as well, so weekends I will not be responding to emails as I will be spending time with my family. If it is an emergency and you are having thoughts of self-harm or harming others please call 911 immediately.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Body image
Cancer
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dava Wilson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619430444.
- LCSW · Kentucky · 255793 · Expires June 2027
- LCSW · Tennessee · 7877 · Expires January 2025
- LCSW · Georgia · CSW009048 · Expires September 2026
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904016934 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dava Wilson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is amazing. ❤️
She is very responsive and kind. She is a wonderful sounding board with solid action plans.
Thank you Dava for your encouragement and giving me little bite sized assignments. I think it is making a difference already, and I am grateful for you.
Dava is really good at listening to your needs and working with you on self improvement. I really appreciate the she always listens to me even if I just need to vent and always helps me work through why I feel the way I do. Thanks Dava!
Dava is amazing. Easy to talk to and casual. She helped me sort out the issues I was dealing with by looking at them from a gentler prospective. Thank you Dava!
Extremely helpful
I’ve been working with Dava for a few months, and she has really helped me to realize the importance of taking care of myself and creating healthy work/life boundaries. With her help, I’m working through my burnout and anxiety and learning to put myself first. She always listens to everything that I have to say and offers great insights and advice.
Wonderful
I’m going to start with: this lady is a rockstar. I downloaded BetterHelp in the midst of going through nearly 2-3 crises a week WHILE seeing an in person therapist, who unfortunately didn’t understand me and never even found out how often I was in crisis. But Dava? Instant click. I don’t know how they do it considering I didn’t find the questions for getting to know me to be overly in depth but wow. Knocked my socks off. Thank you Dava for all you do, she is an amazing therapist!
Dava so far has been amazing. She truly takes every minute of your time in consideration. She genuinely wants to help you in any way she possibly can supply.
Dava is very kind and a great listener! She really takes into consideration how you like therapy goals to be met and guides you in the right direction.
Dava is great. I have only had one session with her but it really helped. I've also texted back and forth with her and she answers and very supportive. Very thankful I found her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dava Wilson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dava Wilson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dava Wilson speak?
Dava Wilson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dava Wilson have?
Dava Wilson has 9 years of experience.
Where is Dava Wilson licensed to practice?
Dava Wilson is licensed to practice in Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia.
Does Dava Wilson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dava Wilson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dava Wilson offer?
Dava Wilson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dava Wilson?
Dava Wilson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dava Wilson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.