Delores "Dee" Willits-Rahrs, LIMHP

Delores "Dee" Willits-Rahrs brings a blend of respect, encouragement, and practical knowledge to each therapy session, guiding people toward solutions for the challenges they face. She is a licensed independent mental health practitioner with 31 years of experience and holds a Nebraska LIMHP license (NE LIMHP 1233).

Over her career she has worked with individuals, couples both together and separated, and families coping with addiction. She has helped many people managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, and ADHD, as well as those dealing with life transitions such as the loss of a loved one, health concerns, financial strain, and work or family conflict. Her practice also addresses issues across the lifespan including aging and caregiver stress, blended family concerns, and relationship challenges.

Her work is rooted in a client-centered approach inspired by Carl Rogers, focused on creating emotional safety and partnering with clients to assess problems and co-create treatment plans. She incorporates Reality Therapy to support clients in assuming responsibility for choices and learning to make better decisions, and she uses cognitive-behavioral techniques to offer concrete tools for change. Forgiveness and acceptance are central themes in her work, and she often uses gentle humor to relieve tension. Many clients report that they look forward to sessions, and she welcomes the opportunity to work together toward meaningful progress.

Approach-Focused Care Delivered Online

Delores "Dee" Willits-Rahrs integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, and cognitive behavioral techniques into online care. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and build willingness to face difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where the therapist follows the client's lead to build safety and self-understanding - this approach supports growth in relationships, family concerns, and self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaching practical strategies to manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, and addiction.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to understand needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailor techniques and priorities so the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online sessions can be delivered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and life demands. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, while supporting continuity of care for those managing caregiving responsibilities, mobility limits, or geographic distance.