- client-centered approach
- constructive feedback
- practical strategies
About Dana
Dana Wogahn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with five years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with family concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, life changes, stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship problems, anger, and compassion fatigue. Dana frames therapy around each person’s needs and feedback.
Her style is client-centered. She asks what is helpful and what is not, and adjusts sessions based on that input. People can expect a mix of listening, constructive feedback, and therapeutic insight depending on what they want. Dana focuses on clear, practical steps rather than jargon.
Sessions aim to make the work feel useful from week to week. That can mean setting short-term goals, trying out new ways of responding to stress, or practicing different strategies for handling anger and strong feelings. She pays attention to what works and changes course when needed.
Dana helps people notice patterns in how they react to stress and relationships. She gives concrete suggestions and checks in to see if those suggestions fit the person’s life. The approach is collaborative rather than directive.
People who value direct feedback alongside a listening ear may find this approach helpful. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session, where next steps are discussed.
Approaches used online and how they help
Therapeutic approaches are explained and used in plain ways. A client-centered approach focuses on the person’s goals and feedback. It helps people shape sessions so the work fits day-to-day life and changes over time. Practical skills work involves learning and practicing new ways to respond to stress, anger, and relationship strain. This can include brief exercises, role practice, and homework between sessions to try new responses.Finding the right approach is part of the early work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that seem likely to help, and check in regularly to adjust those methods. That collaborative process helps match techniques to what the client needs and prefers.
Confirm available session formats before scheduling, since the profile does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten travel time, and support regular check-ins when life is hectic. Some formats also allow for a quicker check-in when bandwidth or time is limited. The therapist will discuss practical options and help arrange sessions that fit the client’s schedule and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with family issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, life changes, stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship problems, anger, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach that adjusts to your feedback and focuses on practical steps like feedback, listening, and insight.
How much experience does she have?
Dana has five years of professional work experience as a clinical social worker.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How does the subscription and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.