Dawna is excellent! Very knowledgeable and supportive. Highly recommended!
Dawna Heil, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Dawna is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dawna. View 1 review
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Iowa
Recent reviews
More about Dawna
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I am a licensed mental health counselor with 11 years of experience. I received my BA from Central College in 2004 and my MS in Human Services with specialization in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2010. I have been a National Certified Counselor (NCC) since 2010 and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) by the State of Iowa Board of Behavioral Science since 2013.
My therapy approach combines cognitive behavioral and solution focused-strategies with the client’s unique needs in the scope of the client’s biological, psychological, social, developmental, and spiritual experiences and goals. I have experience in providing child and adult individual counseling, marriage/relationship counseling, and family counseling in the treatment of depression, anxiety, grief, parenting, and relationship issues.
It takes courage to ask for help and I look forward to supporting you in your journey of strengthening your coping, communication, and problem resolution skills to be the best version of you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Parenting issues
Depression
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dawna Heil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164746632.
- LMHC · Iowa · 001330 · Expires September 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dawna Heil
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dawna is excellent! Very knowledgeable and supportive. Highly recommended!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dawna Heil offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dawna Heil works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dawna Heil speak?
Dawna Heil speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dawna Heil have?
Dawna Heil has 12 years of experience.
Where is Dawna Heil licensed to practice?
Dawna Heil is licensed to practice in Iowa.
Does Dawna Heil accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dawna Heil does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dawna Heil offer?
Dawna Heil offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dawna Heil?
Dawna Heil can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dawna Heil?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.