When you look for healing, you’re going to feel things—that part isn’t negotiable

Hey - I’m Dawn and I am so glad you are here.

Unburdening is the first step in reclaiming. It’s not a race to the finish - it’s a partnered roadmap full of insights and uncomfortable moments - anger, sadness and unearthed joy. Let’s just call it; therapy is hard.

But so is living in a way that doesn’t serve you or your relationships.

What if I told you there’s another way? A way to live like you mean it.

I offer you a real, no-bullshit approach to liking who you see in the mirror and shutting off that inner voice that offers you no reprieve.

You are here because maybe you know this.

I’m here because I do.

Let’s make it happen.

Dawn Smith LCSW - Trauma therapy, Burke, Fairfax, Couples and Individuals
Dawn Weiss Smith, LCSW Therapist in Burke, VA

Before becoming a therapist, I spent two decades working in the social work field in policy with huge gaps to raise a family of six. Serving on military bases overseas and exploring the immense impact of wellness in every facet and family is what brought me into private practice in Northern Virginia. My roles had deep meaning and yet I wanted more; less transitional relationships and more presence, growth, and connection. I wanted to be in the trenches - away from protocol and board rooms and onto the couch holding space for those in trusting me.

It’s sacred, personal, and profound.

Through my work, I have found language that brought design and purpose to my life beyond what my younger self could have ever dreamed.

I know the sleepless nights, the broken relationships, the questioning of worth, and the messiness of trauma and healing; devastation and rebuilding.

I also know the breakdowns and break-throughs that bring unimaginable reclaiming, calm, and safety.

I’m here for it. All of it. It’s my epic mission and my greatest honor to welcome you in.

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street cred…

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Practice Owner

  • University 0f Maryland (MSW)

  • Certified Gender-Affirming Specialist

  • Certified Trauma Specialist

  • Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy Practitioner

  • Certified Couples Therapist

  • IFS, EFT, Somatic trained

  • Adolescent/Teen Specialist

  • Military Family Advocacy and EFMP (United Kingdom)

  • Polyamory, ENM, and Alternative Lifestyle Affirmative

  • Trevor Project Volunteer and LGBTQIA2+ Ally

  • 20 year Retired Air Force spouse

  • Mother to four daughters and three pushy dogs with no boundaries

Dawn Weiss Smith, LCSW, Trauma and Couple's Therapist in Burke, VA

LCSW, Practice Owner, Ally, Mother, Retired Air Force wife and lover of dogs, books, sushi and classic rock

The fact that you are here means you are ready to create real change.

Because growth doesn’t happen in your comfort zone.

Let’s work together.