- Trauma and abuse
- Grief and loss
- Life purpose
About Angela
Angela Dixon is a Michigan-licensed LMSW with 25 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and LGBTQ concerns. Angela also lists life purpose among her areas of focus and helps people who are unsure what comes next after major life changes.
She brings long-term practice across medical and community settings. That background includes work with aging and geriatric issues, cancer, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and caregiver stress. Angela also supports people dealing with chronic pain, disability, domestic violence, immigration challenges, and HIV/AIDS.
Sessions tend to look at how everyday routines affect mental health. She pays attention to lifestyle factors such as sleep and nutrition and talks with clients about practical changes that can make daily life easier. Conversations focus on steps a person can try, not on quick fixes.
Angela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and includes body-centered approaches when appropriate. She adapts the pace so people can address trauma, shame, isolation, or midlife questioning without feeling overwhelmed. The work is collaborative and concrete, with clear goals for each phase of care.
People who want to start are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and costs vary with location. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
Approaches for trauma, grief, and life direction
Angela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and integrates body-centered methods. Evidence-based techniques are structured talking approaches that help identify patterns, develop coping skills, and set measurable goals; they are often used for depression, anxiety, and adjusting after loss. Body-centered methods focus on how stress and trauma show up in the body and can include gentle movement, breath awareness, or noticing physical sensations to reduce tension and build tolerance.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to figure out which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means pacing the work, checking in about what feels useful, and adjusting techniques as therapy progresses.
The profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also allow continuing care when health or mobility are concerns, while the therapist and client decide together how to shape sessions to practical life demands.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBTQ concerns, and people facing life changes. Additional areas include chronic illness, caregiver stress, and end-of-life support.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and body-centered approaches when helpful. The focus is on practical steps and conversations about daily routines like sleep and nutrition.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of professional experience working across medical and community settings. That long practice informs care for complex issues like trauma and chronic illness.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds an LMSW and is licensed in Michigan. Sessions and professional work are based in that state.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the process for meeting and planning next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.