Hello! My name is Dawn Tostenson, MS, LIMHP. I am a licensed therapist with seven years of clinical experience and a lifelong resident of Omaha, Nebraska. I graduated from Bellevue University with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling and a Master of Science in Human Services. I have been fortunate enough to have worked at a non-profit organization in the past, where I specialized in trauma, depression, anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Co-Occurring disorders, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting problems, and substance abuse treatment. My clinical approaches are Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. I am also a brain spotting practitioner.
My focus will be for us to start our voyage on our journey towards figuring out life's challenges together.
I understand that it can be difficult to ask for help and recognize the courage that it takes. No matter what struggle you are facing, I hope it is one that we can work on together. Please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you!
SPECIALTIES
Trauma
Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Grief
Depression
Also experienced in:
Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Eating disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , and Compassion fatigue. Sleeping disorders, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication issues, Guilt and Shame, OCD, Panic Disorder, Panic Attacks, Process Addiction, Self Harm, Self Love, Woman's Issues, and Young Adult Issues.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Dawn is the first therapist I have ever talked to, and I can’t recommend her enough. She always listens intently to concerns, helps process situations, and assists in finding solutions to situations no matter how big they feel to me. She is also so very good at supporting me in things I am working to improve for myself, and I feel a sense of calm and comfort after talking with her. I’m so glad that I have Dawn as my therapist!
Written on Feb 07, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
Dawn is consistently thoughtful, considerate, professional, and helpful. She is just a lovely person as well. I appreciate her so much and am so grateful to have her as my therapist!
Written on Jan 30, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 3 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
I was going through a very tough time after going through a break up. Struggling for a few weeks. Dawn was amazing!!! She became one of my biggest support systems. Help me navigate and help me develop. I want to send my deepest appreciation to her for everything!!
Written on Aug 19, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very kind and understanding
Written on May 23, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and eating disorders
Dawn helped me get past my crippling anxiety and phobia. I was very skeptical of therapy beforehand but now I tell anyone I know who struggles with anxiety to try it out. Dawn was always quick to respond, and I never felt like I was boring her with anything.
Written on Mar 27, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Very helpful
Written on Dec 28, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Beyond exceptional and kind, funny and insightful. Just the person I need and so thankful for Dawn!
Written on Nov 28, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dawn Tostenson is a fantastic therapist who has been super nice and helpful through this very hard time for me.
Written on Oct 04, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Dawn is the best! She has helped talk me through a lot of situations/scenics so I'm ready when they come up in real life. She has helped me see how strong I can be. She always asks me how I'm doing in various parts of my life and I can tell she really cares. She has helped me deal with grief and get through alcohol dependency issue. I feel like I can really talk to her about anything and she will give me good advice!
Written on Apr 10, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, and coping with life changes
For the short time I've been talking with Dawn I feel like I'm finally starting on the right path of feeling like my old self again. Would recommend her to anyone!
Written on Feb 22, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dawn is so supportive and encouraging! Her professional and compassion are so perfectly balanced. I have felt heard and supported while working with Dawn!
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Ms Tostenson was very attentive and helpful with my situation and I would recommend her to anyone looking for counseling.
Written on Jul 20, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Dawn is a great Therapist shes helpful in so many ways
Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and anger management
Dawn does a great job listening and relating to me. She validates my feelings and asks probing questions. She's so relatable that I feel like I'm just chatting with a friend who gives great advice. I've been able to open up more to her than any previous therapist I've had. She's so kind and funny and puts me at ease.
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Talking about hard things in life sucks, but having someone who listens and helps guide you to discovering the best way to process, plus move forward in a positive light is such a blessing. I used to dread going to therapy, now I look forward to my weekly appointments from my couch! Thankful to have found Dawn!
Written on Apr 13, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Over the past few months, Dawn has really helped me with my anxiety and panic. She was easy to talk to and I never felt judged. She helped me learn coping skills that have helped me control my anxiety attacks. I highly recommend working with Dawn – especially if you are new to/or anxious about starting therapy!
Written on Apr 01, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and career difficulties
Dawn is friendly, smart, and is amazingly professional. She uses her expertise coupled with life experiences to create a trusting relationship with clients.
Written on Mar 29, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression
Dawn is very down to earth and easy to talk to. She helped me through a rough time in my life, and I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking therapy!
Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, and anger management
Dawn has been very helpful with helping me with the death of my brother, mother in law and other things.
Written on Jan 11, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
She listens without judgement and is always willing to give her input. I’m glad that she is my therapist. She has helped me a lot.
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
My therapist was absolutely professional, sympathize and understood me. She listen to me and allowed me to express my emotions without judgment. After my first session I was extremely comfortable with her .I feel confident that she will help me throughout my journey to recovery!
Thanks you Dawn Tostenson!
Written on Nov 18, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Dawn is so wonderful! She’s helped me so much in the last couple of months. She listens and has offered helpful worksheets. I’m so glad I found her and better help.
Written on Nov 16, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Dawn is the best! She always responds to messages as soon as she can, she’s very open minded and gives good worksheets that are relevant to your feelings/problems at the moment . I’m so glad I found better help and Dawn.
Written on Jul 13, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I love Dawn she’s awesome
Written on Jul 01, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dawn is amazing. Listens to what I am saying
Written on May 26, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Dawn has really helped me to understand myself more so I can take care of the things I need to. She also supports me 100% and really cares!
Written on Apr 21, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
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