Dawn Dougherty, LCSW
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.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Dawn
- 30 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
As a licensed therapist in California with three decades of professional experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for clients navigating diverse personal experiences—from relationship dynamics and workplace stress to trauma recovery and identity exploration.
I am deeply committed to understanding each client's unique journey, offering specialized support for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, life changes, and interpersonal challenges. With my background as a yoga and meditation instructor, I bring a holistic and person-centered approach that can incorporate a variety of creative healing modalities based on the needs and interest of my clients.
Specialties
Licenses
Dawn Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811847387.
- LCSW · California · 136693 · Renews January 2028
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dawn Dougherty offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dawn Dougherty 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 Dougherty speak?
Dawn Dougherty speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dawn Dougherty have?
Dawn Dougherty has 30 years of experience.
Where is Dawn Dougherty licensed to practice?
Dawn Dougherty is licensed to practice in California.
Does Dawn Dougherty accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dawn Dougherty accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dawn Dougherty accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dawn Dougherty 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."
How can I communicate with Dawn Dougherty?
Dawn Dougherty 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 Dougherty?
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