Dara Dwojewski is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents and their families. After receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Education from Bucknell University, Dara began working with adolescents struggling with behavioral, mental health, and substance abuse difficulties. She earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling as well as a drug and alcohol counseling certification from Montclair State University. Dara has experience working with children of all ages coping with crisis including depression, anxiety, family problems, problems in school, social difficulties, developmental delays, and substance use. She also has experience working closely with the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (formerly DYFS), children in foster care, and their families.
Dara has also worked with adults managing mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring diagnoses. She has experience working with people facing a wide variety of challenges including family conflict, addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizo-affective disorder, schizophrenia, and career and financial difficulties. Dara often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but frequently employs a variety of techniques such as play therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques.
As a former Division 1 athlete, Dara also enjoys working with young athletes and incorporating elements of sports psychology. She believes in a strength-based and goal oriented approach to counseling, and is passionate about helping others reach their full potential and attain positive emotional health.
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