About Roxanna Dodson

Hey! My name is Roxanna and I am a counselor with Works Counseling Center. Deciding to start therapy can be a big decision and finding a counselor you feel comfortable with is important. You deserve to have a counselor who is authentic, makes you feel safe, and creates a judgement-free environment. I am passionate about the mental health field and will be authentic, dedicated, and present in your counseling journey. I have experience working with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds. My background is in crisis counseling and I am comfortable discussing hard topics like suicidality, trauma, self-harm, and more. My goal will be to work with you collaboratively to identify your goals and assist in facilitating change in a way that is tailored to you. 

Education 

I received a Master’s in Couples and Family Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA. Prior to that, I received a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Sociology from Virginia Commonwealth University. I am an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Florida, and am currently working towards full LPC-MHSP licensure in Tennessee. 

Style 

My primary goal is to create a safe and judgement-free environment to assist with facilitating change. I am experienced using multiple counseling theories, and apply the theory that is the best fit for the client. Some examples of theories I use most often are Person Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more. I will sometimes pull techniques from different modalities like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, and others. 

Hobbies 

I enjoy doing crafts, specifically crocheting and embroidery! Typically in my free time I enjoy video games, Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons and Dragons, and watching movies. I also love spending time with my dog, Cowboy, and two cats, Cali and Murray! I like to explore new areas and try out new foods, desserts, and coffee.

Specialities 

Ages 6+ – Trauma, Suicidality, Self-Harm, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Substance Use, Gender/Sexuality, Severe and Persistent Mental Illnesses 

Licensed in the State of Florida and Pursuing Licensure in the State of Tennessee. Florida License Number: MH24049