Dana TeeterLCSW

Dana Teeter is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Indiana who helps people facing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, mood concerns, and life transitions. She writes plainly and uses practical tools so conversations are easy to follow. Dana aims to make sessions feel like a place to sort through what’s weighing someone down and plan small, doable steps forward.

Dana blends talk therapy with mind-body techniques. She uses cognitive behavioral strategies to challenge negative thinking. She also teaches breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness skills to reduce overwhelm.

Her background includes more than 10 years as a school counselor and social worker supporting children and teens. That experience involved anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, childhood trauma, identity and self-esteem concerns, and building emotional regulation skills. She has written IEPs, 504 plans, and behavior intervention plans and worked with school staff and families to put those plans into practice.

Alongside clinical experience, Dana has eight years as a parent managing children with ADHD. That lived experience influences how she approaches practical supports and family problem solving. She also holds Yogafit certification, a Revelation Wellness instructor credential, and a black belt in Taekwondo, which she integrates into wellness work when helpful.

Sessions focus on education, skill building, and collaboration. Dana aims to help people understand how thoughts, body practices, and routines affect mood. From there she works with clients to set achievable goals and try techniques that fit day-to-day life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on meeting people where they are. The therapist listens, reflects, and follows the client's priorities so sessions stay relevant to everyday struggles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches clear steps to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be practiced between meetings to reduce anxiety and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds concrete coping skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship communication to help during intense moments.

Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick techniques that match goals, needs, and personal preferences. That collaborative process can include trying different skills and adjusting the plan based on what helps most.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how meetings are scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into busy lives by reducing travel time and allowing sessions around work or family demands. It also lets people practice skills in real-world routines and bring specific situations into sessions for direct problem solving. Ask about format and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions match daily life and practical needs.