After receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Campbell University, Dolan earned his MSW at East Carolina University. A native of North Carolina, Dolan has been providing mental health services for over 24 years, including seven years as Clinical Director for a local mental health agency. Known for being welcoming, knowledgeable, and empowering, Dolan currently meets with clients through convenient telemedicine sessions and also provides supervision for LCSWA providers. His work is centered in Chapel Hill and North Raleigh, where he is dedicated to helping individuals and couples build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

MSW, LCSW

• Various certifications for trauma-focused contextual behavioral therapies and Somatic Therapies – CMI Institute
• Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI), International OCD Foundation
• Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatric Academy – OCD Treatment
• The Gottman Method for Couples and Family Therapy – The Gottman Institute

Dolan specializes in treating clients with trauma, complex trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, general anxiety, panic disorders, agoraphobia, excessive worry, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders. He also provides support for clients navigating drug addiction, pathological gambling, and chronic pain. Throughout his career, Dolan has shown a passion for couples therapy in Chapel Hill, NC, and family counseling in North Raleigh, helping clients improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build stronger relationships using evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method. He has also worked extensively with clients preparing for weight loss surgery and individuals managing attachment trauma.

With a down-to-earth, collaborative, and non-judgental approach, Dolan integrates several evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Therapy, The Gottman Method for Couples and Family Therapy, and Exposure and Ritual Prevention (ERP). His expertise makes him a trusted therapist in Chapel Hill and North Raleigh for depression counseling, anxiety therapy, and trauma-focused care. Dolan also facilitates personal growth workshops, couples enrichment classes, and group therapy sessions, always creating a safe, supportive environment where each client feels respected, valued, and empowered in their healing journey.

Dolan lives in North Carolina with his wife and three children. In his free time, you may find him hiking trails, canoeing to a new camping spot, or exploring local historical sites with his family.