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Dawn Blake

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

geometry-shapes iconAnxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Self Esteem, Coping Skills
In Person & Online in Portland, ME
13 years in practice
Ages served: 14-65+

Dawn accepts 29 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Maine | BCBS (PPO | HMO | POS)
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Maine | BCBS Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Community Health Options
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Maine Health (Aetna)
Martins Point (Generations Advantage Medicare Advantage)
Martins Point (US Family Health Plans)
Medicare ME
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP

Self pay costs

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200
first session
$170
subsequent sessions

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Dawn Blake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field, working with people from all walks of life.

Dawn completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of New England, and throughout her multiple years of experience working with varied populations, as well as utilizing multiple treatment approaches such as mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), person-centered, motivational interviewing and strengths-based therapies makes her able to assist her clients with their needs.

Life is constantly full of challenges and struggles. Dawn is able to assist you in coping with them and putting them behind you. If you are ready to put the work in, she invites you to schedule an appointment.

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"I specialize in meeting my clients where they're at in life. "

Dawn is very easy to talk with.

Heath, verified patient of Dawn

I like everything y'all do for me and I wouldn't improve anything for the future

Jameel, verified patient of Dawn

Testimonials are from real patients who completed a post-session satisfaction survey and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I decided to become a counselor after working in the mental health field as a community-based mental health rehabilitation technician. I felt that I could do more for people if I had more resources to do so, and therefore began my journey.


What types of clients do you work with best?

Those that want to put the work into changing their lives for the better; this isn't my journey, it's yours - I'm just along for the ride to guide you and show you your potential.


What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

Any and all comers are welcome - I work well with a variety of ages and backgrounds.


What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

That you have far more potential than you realize you have.


Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I wanted to get back into working with a wider range of populations, and assist those that are in need, no matter their background. All are welcome.


What inspires you?

People that confront their fear of the unknown.


What can clients expect in their first session with you?

A basic background about myself, as well as trying to ascertain where they are in their own personal journey - whether they're a newcomer to therapy or have been to therapy before.


What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

I'd like to get to know a person's learning styles, as well as what works for them and what doesn't as far as therapy goes. Building rapport is also a must.


What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I'm pretty 'go with the flow' - I like to make my clients feel comfortable working with me.


What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I play video games, but am looking to become more active (particularly when it starts cooling down!)


What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I have a great sense of humor.


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SpecialitiesAnxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Self Esteem, Coping Skills, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Grief, Relationships, Life Transition, Sexual Abuse, Career Counseling, Women’s Issues, Infidelity, Behavioral Issues, Anger Management, Domestic Abuse
ApproachesFeminist, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Relational, Person-Centered Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Any / Eclectic

Years in practice
13 years
Graduating institute
University of New England
Graduating degree
Master of Social Work

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1376166934
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Licensed in
Maine
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License numberLC22158

Member of the Phi Alpha Honor Society - July 2020

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