Dayna Pitzer , LISW, LICSW

Dayna Pitzer is a licensed social worker with 18 years of experience who has built a varied clinical background across inpatient psychiatric care, crisis intervention, hospice, and work with adolescents in the juvenile justice system. She transitioned her private practice back to active work in August 2020 and, at the start of 2022, moved toward a full-time private practice arrangement that aligned with her professional goals. Dayna brings particular experience supporting grief and loss, a focus that developed through hospice work and personal caregiving during a family illness.

Her clinical pathway includes several years dedicated to working with teenagers involved in the criminal justice system as well as supporting parents affected by juvenile delinquency. She has worked with clients facing chronic medical illness, relationship challenges, trauma, and a broad range of mental health concerns. Dayna holds LISW and LICSW credentials, professional social work licenses that indicate advanced training for independent clinical practice.

Throughout her career she has emphasized helping people find peace of mind and the strength to address difficult life circumstances. Her background combines practical experience with a compassionate approach to supporting adults and families through transitions, loss, and complex emotional challenges.