Personal Injury Counseling

If you’re struggling after an accident, you’re not alone. Injuries can disrupt every part of life—but with the right support, healing and a meaningful future are within reach

Injuries impact every PIECE of your life

  • Physically they cause pain and limited mobility that drains energy and negatively impacts sleep, immunity, mood and ability to do everyday tasks
  • Interpersonally it can be hard to be patient and tolerant and maintain active relationships (including with your children) when you are in pain and exhausted
  • Emotionally irritability and impatience and an inability to do the things you did prior to the accident contribute to depression, guilt and grief.  Feelings of powerlessness and fear that occurred during the accident may linger and lead to the development of PTSD. Additionally, in some cases the injury leads to life-long disability and chronic pain which can significantly change your life course and self-concept.
  • Cognitively stress, pain and poor sleep make it difficult to think clearly, problem-solve, communicate effectively and manage intrusive thoughts.
  • Environmentally strained relationships and financial instability cause anxiety and tension.  And, depending on the type of injury, you may require environmental modifications and long-term care planning to manage all aspects of the injury in a way that helps you move toward your rich and meaningful life.

 

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes PhD, LPC-MHSP, LMHC

Physical pain, exhaustion, and sleep problems can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. It’s common to struggle with memory, concentration, and communication. Emotional challenges—like anxiety, depression, and grief—often follow, and relationships with loved ones can become strained. Financial stress and the need for home adjustments add to the burden. I understand these challenges. For 25 years, I’ve helped people heal, adapt, and move forward after injury. Whether you need counseling, rehabilitation guidance, or coaching to rebuild your life, I’m here to support you—so you can focus on healing and rediscovering what matters most.

I received my Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling in 1998 and my doctorate in Mental Health Counseling in 2002 from the University of Florida.  For the past 25 years I have worked in co-occurring disorder treatment facilities, maintained a private practice and taught continuing education to counselors, social workers, psychologists and nurses in 48 countries through AllCEUs.com.  My YouTube channel, Doc Snipes, has over 600,000 subscribers as of April of 2025 and helps me help others to move toward their rich and meaningful lives.

My Specialties

  • Mental Health Counseling (in Florida and Tennessee) to help you heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression, adjust to any disabilities, and restore hope
    • Note: When the Counseling Compact is enacted, Dr. Snipes will be able to provide assessment and ongoing therapy in most states in the US
  • Rehabilitation Services to address every aspect of your life with a comprehensive assessment and assisting you in managing your care with case management, advocacy and long-term care planning (in all states)
  • Life and Recovery Coaching to help you set new goals or modify old ones, make a plan to achieve them and rebuild with confidence as you move toward your rich and meaningful life.

 

Can I afford it?

YES!  In personal injury cases I work on a lien basis.  That means, just like the attorney you are working with, there are no up-front costs.  Once your case settles, I am paid out of the settlement funds.    If you don't win, I don't get paid, but that is a risk I take.

 

Ready to take the next step in your recovery?

Have your attorney contact me today for a confidential consultation.  615-500-3441