Dawn O'Regan, LISW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Dawn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa

More about Dawn

25 years' experience
Female
LISW

Hello! My name is Dawn and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I have 25 years of experience Working in Community Mental Health Organizations and in Private Practice settings. I live in Iowa and also travel frequently with my life partner. I work with clients affected by depression, anxiety, communication, inter and intrapersonal relationship difficulties.

My expertise that I bring you includes building blocks of healthy relationships:

1. Clear communication

2. Emotional regulation

3. Self-worth

4. Compassion

5. Insight

6. Ability to acknowledge and verbalize others strengths and emotions.

I worked as a bachelor’s level social worker for 4 years prior to Graduate School, achieving my independent license in Social Work,

I have worked in private group practice, started my own individual practice and currently work in a community mental health setting.

My approach to therapy is client centered: clients are the experts of their lives, and we work together on the direction an individual determines. Through a strengths-based and solutions-focused lens, I draw on multiple treatment modalities to guide clients in identifying strengths and developing treatment plans that accomplish their goals. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I assist clients in exploring relationships among thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to aid in discovering dysfunctional thought patterns leading to self-destructive behaviors and beliefs. Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I support clients through developing skills: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation with the goal of moving clients towards a life involving the capacity for experiencing joy and freedom.

If clients are open to it, we also work using an internal family systems approach. This work goes inside your own system and identifies different parts that can be helpful or may need updating as you grow and develop.

Outside of my work as a therapist, I enjoy exercise, yoga, walking and hiking and meditation practice in the beautiful outdoors. I also enjoy my life partner and our dog. We own a home in Mexico and are able to go back and forth frequently. I am incredibly grateful for my precious support system of family, friends and colleagues.

SPECIALTIES

Stress, Anxiety

Relationship issues

Self esteem

Depression

Intra and Interpersonal Communication

Coping with life changes

Bipolar disorder, emotional intensity disorder, anger management and self-care.

Years of Experience: 25 years

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dawn O'Regan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255397865.

LISW · Iowa · 06148 · Expires December 2026

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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dawn O'Regan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dawn O'Regan 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 Dawn O'Regan speak?

Dawn O'Regan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dawn O'Regan have?

Dawn O'Regan has 25 years of experience.

Where is Dawn O'Regan licensed to practice?

Dawn O'Regan is licensed to practice in Iowa.

Does Dawn O'Regan accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dawn O'Regan 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 Dawn O'Regan offer?

Dawn O'Regan offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dawn O'Regan?

Dawn O'Regan 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 Dawn O'Regan?

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.