Hi, I’m Dawn (she/her) and I’m glad you’re here.

Hi, I'm Dawn Bangert, LCSW (she/her) and I'm glad you're here.

I believe change happens through connection. Finding a therapist that feels like the right fit is important in this process.

It’s a powerful act to reach out for support and can feel important to see yourself in the care you receive. I am a white cis woman who has worked in queer communities since the start of my career. I work with clients from all walks of life and also specialize in supporting gender-diverse clients.

I focus on working with clients who are new to therapy, building trust with each individual through transparency and education on the brain. I’m trained in EMDR therapy for use in trauma treatment, with a special focus on treating sexual harm and religious harm.

In my approach with clients, I treat the whole person

I do this utilizing relational therapy and a wide range of different therapeutic practices including:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Mindfulness-based and body-based practices

  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)

  • And more

I’m trained in EMDR therapy and focus on trauma treatment. I specialize in treating:

  • PTSD

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • History of Sexual Harm

  • Life Transitions

  • Religious Trauma

  • Supporting LGBTQ clients

  • Navigating surgical Transitions

Education and Training

Masters of Social Work, University of Chicago, School of Social Services Administration
EMDR Training with the EMDR Institute
Relational Treatment of Trauma, Womencare
Motivational Interviewing, 30 Hours with a MINT Trainer

You don’t need to face life's challenges alone. Together we can build the life you want and create meaningful change.

You don't need to face life's challenges alone. Together we can build the life you want and create meaningful change.

Let’s get in touch

When you are ready, reach out for support. Feel free to call or email me for a free 15 minute consultation.