LICSW

Dawn Blankenship, LICSW

Therapist in Minnesota

Dawn is a LICSW therapist in Minnesota.

20+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Dawn

Dawn Blankenship is a Minnesota based Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW with more than 20 years of experience supporting both adults and children in mental health settings. She combines her full-time role as a school social worker with a longstanding commitment to treating and advocating for mental health care, bringing practical experience and empathy to each therapeutic relationship.

Her clinical background includes working with anxiety and depression, living and thriving with ADHD, trauma related to immigration and migration, and adjustments to hearing loss. She also focuses on issues of self esteem, motivation, and coping through life changes. Dawn integrates mindfulness and self-compassion into her work, using these practices to help clients build skills for emotional regulation and day-to-day resilience.

In sessions she seeks to honor where clients have been, understand where they are now, and foster ongoing well-being. Her approach is informed by curiosity about culture, language, and travel, and she brings an interest in American Sign Language, Spanish, and other languages into her work when relevant. Dawn works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and develop practical strategies for change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client’s own perspective and strengths. In this approach Dawn listens deeply, validates experience, and supports clients as they explore identity, self-esteem, and life purpose, which can be helpful when adjusting to life changes or processing feelings of emptiness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and impulsivity. Through practical skills and structured strategies, CBT helps clients develop coping tools and problem-solving approaches for everyday challenges.

Mindfulness Therapy encourages gentle attention to the present moment and the cultivation of self-compassion. This approach supports stress reduction, emotional regulation, and improving motivation by teaching simple practices that can be used between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dawn works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as those needs evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can be scheduled by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into work, school, or family life. These options expand access to licensed professionals and allow continuity of care when meeting in person is difficult, while still supporting meaningful therapeutic work.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dawn Blankenship have?

Dawn Blankenship has 20 years of experience working in adult and children’s mental health care.

Is Dawn Blankenship a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, and is licensed in Minnesota as MN LICSW 10659.

In which languages does Dawn Blankenship provide therapy?

Dawn provides therapy in English.

Where is Dawn Blankenship located?

Dawn is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Dawn Blankenship as my therapist?

You can work with Dawn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dawn Blankenship work with international clients?

Dawn Blankenship does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dawn Blankenship cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.