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Irene Dawson

Therapist(she/her)
12 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

If you are experiencing barriers that are keeping you from having a fulfilling life, I urge you to seek psychotherapy. I am experienced in crisis counseling, individual therapy, substance abuse and group work. I have training in PTSD, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Mindful Self Compassion. I use IFS and self compassion to address anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, relationship issues and other life challenges.

My approach to therapy

I often utilize parts work (IFS) to increase an individual's awareness of their self and the parts they and all individuals have. This increases self compassion and acceptance as well as a greater capacity to deepen relationships. After experiencing IFS through therapy, many individuals access their parts through their Self daily. This allows the Self to soothe reactive/protective parts of them.

What you can expect from me

I work with young adults, parents, and people of all ages, exploring issues and finding self compassion. My work utilizing IFS has taught me that acceptance of our feelings and behaviors through the compassionate Self (which we all have inside) frees an individual to access a rewarding life. Please give me a call. Life can be better.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Warm, Inquisitive

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Fordham University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma Focused CBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    119 Central Avenue
    Sea Cliff, NY 11579