Hello! Choosing to speak to a therapist is not always easy, but at times, we all need someone to talk to, who understands and who can be a neutral person to talk to. I want you to be able to feel comfortable in a non-judgmental atmosphere. When we talk, I hope that you find that I am understanding, knowledgeable and that together we can develop a plan to help you begin to feel better and to reach your goals.
My name is Dina Payne, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Illinois. I earned a Masters Degree of Social Work at St. Louis University in 2008 with an emphasis on School Social Work and Marriage and the Family. I have been so lucky to work in a variety of settings with the foster care system, a college, a high school, and as an individual therapist working with adolescents, adults, with families and also a couples counselor. In my free time, I enjoy walking the dogs, reading, yoga and crafts.
Specialties:
Anxiety & Depression
Relationships
Porn Addiction
Partner Betrayal
Self-Esteem
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Family Problems, Infidelity, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCSW 149.017887
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dina Payne. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have recommended BetterHelp to tons of people bc of Dina. I actually enjoy therapy. I’ve always hated it. But with Dina, I like it.
Written on Sep 19, 2020 after therapy with Dina for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dina has been awesome since I started talking to her in March. There is still a lot I need to work through but she is helping me through my new diagnosis and really getting down to things I've never talked about or dealt with before.
Written on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Dina for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Very helpful. Gets to the root of the problem. Professional. Supportive.
Written on Apr 27, 2020 after therapy with Dina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I just started working with Dina and she has been an excellent listener, supporter and cheerleader!!!
Written on Mar 15, 2020 after therapy with Dina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dina Payne made me feel confident speaking with my adult daughters. I really was at a lost with words expressing my disappointment with my daughters. Dina helped me with ways of communicating with them without hurting their feelings. I was able to tell them my feelings and not being defensive. I would definitely recommend Dina.
Written on Mar 04, 2020 after therapy with Dina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
After a couple of sessions with Dina, I feel much better and I am able to analyze situations better. I would highly recommend anyone who is questioning whether or not to go to therapy, to try it for at least a couple months. Dina and BetterHelp have been an amazing resource in my life that I've denied needing for too long. I can't thank you enough for the clarity and support. It has truly helped me for the better.
Written on Feb 21, 2020 after therapy with Dina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes