Trina Qualls-Dunaway, LCSW

Licensed in Pennsylvania · 15 years in practice

Trina Qualls-Dunaway is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people manage stress and anxiety.

License and registration

LCSW, Pennsylvania: CW024318 · expires February 2027
NPI: 1942071337 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 15
Languages: English

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About Trina

Trina Qualls-Dunaway is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people manage stress and anxiety. She focuses on boosting confidence, addressing low self-esteem, and working through depression. Trina also supports people who need help with family conflict and those seeking professional coaching skills.

She approaches sessions as a collaborative process. Trina listens first, then helps set clear, doable goals. She uses straightforward techniques and regular check-ins so progress is visible and understandable.

Background and approach

Trina draws on 15 years of clinical experience to adapt her style to each person. That experience includes work with motivation and executive coaching for professionals. She helps clients break larger problems into small, manageable steps and build routines that support lasting change.

Sessions are conversational and focused. Expect practical tools, role practice, and homework when helpful. Trina aims to create an open space where people can share what’s on their mind without judgment and try new ways of coping.

She encourages anyone feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, family strain, low self-worth, or depression to consider starting therapy. Trina supports clients as they take steps toward clearer thinking, steadier emotions, and improved day-to-day functioning.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Trina lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Depression
Coaching

Online support

Evidence-based approaches and online sessions

Trina uses straightforward, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage day-to-day challenges. One common approach focuses on building practical coping skills and routines to reduce stress and anxiety; this involves learning small skills and practicing them between sessions so coping becomes easier. Another approach centers on improving self-esteem and motivation by identifying negative self-talk and testing new behaviors that reinforce confidence and progress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Trina will talk through options with each person and adjust methods based on goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful in real life. The choice of techniques is collaborative and may shift as progress is made.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can fit into a short break or use less bandwidth, and messaging or live chat work for quick check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options help fit therapy into a busy life while keeping the focus on steady progress and achievable goals.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist help with?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, low self-esteem, depression, and those seeking coaching for professional goals.

What is the therapy style like?

The approach is practical and collaborative, with clear goals, skill building, and regular check-ins to track progress.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional experience working with individuals on emotional and occupational concerns.

Where is the therapist licensed and based?

She is licensed as an LCSW in Pennsylvania and practices with that credential.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions may be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does pricing and subscription work?

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