I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Idaho and in South Dakota. I have worked as a Counselor since 2015. I completed my Masters of Science in Mental health Counseling with Walden University. I have operated a private practice for the past 6 years that is person-centered in approach with Client therapy.
My therapy style is seeing a person suffering from a disorder / issue not seeing the person as the disorder. I use a mix of techniques when working with Clients in order to create the best fit for each individual's personal growth. I have worked with adults with anxiety, depression, grief and addiction and helped them in coping with life changing transitions. I don't take credit for Client growth, since it takes a lot of courage from a Client to make changes when needed. I see myself as a helper / teacher of skills / objective entity for feedback in providing guidance for Client growth. I do what I can to help the Client learn how to become the change they want to be.
I have experience in working with individuals, couples & families. I work with adults suffering from depression, mood disorders, anxiety, addiction and substance use, grief, and relationship issues. I work with Clients to educate on the use of healthy coping skills for anger management, self-esteem building, self-confidence improvement and every day issues. I use techniques form Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative therapy, Psycho-educational, Matrix, and Solution-focused therapy.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Communication Problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Isolation / Loneliness, Life Purpose, Multicultural Concerns, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
SD LPC-MH 30697
ID LCPC 6071
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Dorlea is helping me through some difficult days and transitions. She listens but also offers great tools for coping and success. I would recommend her to friends, family, and strangers alike.
Written on Sep 24, 2023 after therapy with Dorlea for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
It's been a pleasant experience with Dorlea. She's a great listener and has suggested a couple of ways I can move on in my therapy. I have nothing but good things to say about her.
Written on Jul 25, 2023 after therapy with Dorlea for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
I have nothing but good things to say about Dorlea! She is always willing to listen and offers wonderful advice to cope and process with my feelings and emotions.
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Dorlea for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
She’s great. I just feel as though I really don’t need the therapy and if I do need therapy in the future, I’ll either reach out or go to in person sessions and use my health insurance.
Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with Dorlea for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Dorlea is incredibly patient and listens well, you don’t feel pressured or rushed during your time with her. She creates a safe space to try to work through things.
Written on Oct 26, 2022 after therapy with Dorlea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
She's awesome! It was really nice to be able to talk some things through with someone, and Dorlea was a great help.
Written on Oct 21, 2022 after therapy with Dorlea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
