Dawn O'Regan, LISW
Iowa LISW supporting relationships and mood
- 25 years experience
- Client-centered care
- Video phone and messaging
About Dawn O'Regan
Dawn O'Regan is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Iowa with 25 years of experience in community mental health organizations and private practice settings. The LISW credential indicates that she is a social work professional licensed to provide independent clinical services. Over the course of her career she has worked at the bachelor level for four years prior to graduate school, served in private group practice, started an individual practice, and currently works in a community mental health setting.
Dawn works with people affected by depression and anxiety and with those who face communication and relationship challenges both between and within themselves. Her areas of focus include stress, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, anger, compassion fatigue, and many family and interpersonal difficulties. She emphasizes the core elements that support healthy relationships - clear communication, emotional regulation, a grounded sense of self-worth, compassion, and insight - including the ability to recognize and name others' strengths and emotions.
Her therapeutic stance is client-centered and strengths-based, with a practical, solutions-focused orientation. Dawn draws on multiple treatment approaches to help clients identify strengths and develop treatment plans aligned with their goals. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine relationships among thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to uncover patterns that contribute to self-defeating beliefs. She also employs Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation, and when clients are open to it she may use internal family systems work to explore different internal parts and how they relate to growth and change.
Outside of clinical work Dawn enjoys exercise, yoga, walking, hiking, and meditation in the outdoors. She shares life with her partner and two dogs, with Izzy being the newest, spirited family member, and she values her support network of family, friends, and colleagues.
Dawn works with people affected by depression and anxiety and with those who face communication and relationship challenges both between and within themselves. Her areas of focus include stress, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, anger, compassion fatigue, and many family and interpersonal difficulties. She emphasizes the core elements that support healthy relationships - clear communication, emotional regulation, a grounded sense of self-worth, compassion, and insight - including the ability to recognize and name others' strengths and emotions.
Her therapeutic stance is client-centered and strengths-based, with a practical, solutions-focused orientation. Dawn draws on multiple treatment approaches to help clients identify strengths and develop treatment plans aligned with their goals. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine relationships among thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to uncover patterns that contribute to self-defeating beliefs. She also employs Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation, and when clients are open to it she may use internal family systems work to explore different internal parts and how they relate to growth and change.
Outside of clinical work Dawn enjoys exercise, yoga, walking, hiking, and meditation in the outdoors. She shares life with her partner and two dogs, with Izzy being the newest, spirited family member, and she values her support network of family, friends, and colleagues.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dawn O'Regan have?
She has 25 years of experience.
Is Dawn O'Regan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LISW credential, Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details: IA LISW 06148.
In which languages does Dawn O'Regan provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dawn O'Regan located?
She is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Dawn O'Regan as my therapist?
Prospective clients can work with Dawn O'Regan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dawn O'Regan work with international clients?
Dawn O'Regan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn O'Regan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care
Dawn frequently integrates client-centered therapy into her online work, which means the therapist follows the client's lead, values each person's experience, and collaborates to set goals that feel meaningful and achievable. This approach is useful for anyone needing a supportive space to explore identity, relationships, and life direction.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core element of her practice online. CBT helps people identify and test the relationships between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and it can be especially helpful for managing anxiety, depression, and unhelpful thinking patterns.
Mindfulness-based techniques are woven into sessions as well to help strengthen present-moment awareness and emotion regulation. These skills can support stress management, coping with intense emotions, and improving attention to values and goals.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Dawn collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients to try strategies, review what helps, and adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations.