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Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
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Joy Herreid Dawson

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Luverne, MN 56156
Let's Connect (507) 431-5871
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My "ideal" client is between 14 and 99 years old, motivated, able to engage in honest dialogue, and willing to step back and re-evaluate themselves and their lives with fresh eyes, through psychotherapy. They understand that my role is not to “solve” their problems; rather, it is to provide a fresh perspective and to assist them as they seek their own, unique answers that honor their hard-won life experience and inner wisdom. My approach is to encourage authenticity, sharing laughter, tears, frustrations, and gratitude frequently and openly. In over 30 years of clinical experience, there are few issues that I haven't encountered.
I'm a licensed psychologist, privileged to work with people pursuing meaningful change, navigating difficult situations, and seeking fulfillment. Although I've had specific training to the areas of trauma, addiction, etc., I see myself as a seasoned professional who works with people in need of fresh insights rather than as a technician fixing problems.
I invite anyone who is open to exploration and change to partner with me on their journey. People say that my authenticity and sense of humor make me easy to talk to. Apparently those qualities, along with an excellent education enriched by 30+ years of experience have made me a well-seasoned (I refuse to call myself "old"!) therapist. Let's get started!
Take the first step to help. Call or Joy Herreid Dawson now - (507) 431-5871

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Dawson and Company LTD

Luverne, MN 56156

(507) 431-5871

Pipestone Counseling Center, LLC

Pipestone, MN 56164

I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (507) 431-5871
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Dawson and Company LTD

Luverne, MN 56156

(507) 431-5871

Pipestone Counseling Center, LLC

Pipestone, MN 56164

I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Assistance
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am credentialed (or in process of) with most major insurers and offer superbills for out-of-network clients. For those without insurance coverage, I offer a sliding fee option. Please reach out with any questions. I am happy to work with you to make therapy affordable.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871
"
I am credentialed (or in process of) with most major insurers and offer superbills for out-of-network clients. For those without insurance coverage, I offer a sliding fee option. Please reach out with any questions. I am happy to work with you to make therapy affordable.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 1138 Joy Herreid Dawson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 36 years
  • Attended University of Minnesota, PhD, Graduated 1990
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The Trauma Research Foundation N/A / 2022
  • Certificate from The TRUST and The National Register of Health Service Psychologists Telehealth Competency N/A / 2023
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With over 30 years of experience, I am only able to give an overview of my training and experience. I recently received a new "credential" - the Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) allowing me to provide telepsychology services to people in 39 states.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871
"
With over 30 years of experience, I am only able to give an overview of my training and experience. I recently received a new "credential" - the Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) allowing me to provide telepsychology services to people in 39 states.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Counseling
  • Certified in Brain Spotting
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I partner with my clients as we explore, together, the content of their life story as they experienced and perceived it. I was once able to watch Carl Rogers interview a client. When asked why he didn't "reflect her feelings about her divorce", he explained that he chose which of his clients' experiences to explore and which feelings to reflect based on his own, unique, experience and wisdom.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871
"
I partner with my clients as we explore, together, the content of their life story as they experienced and perceived it. I was once able to watch Carl Rogers interview a client. When asked why he didn't "reflect her feelings about her divorce", he explained that he chose which of his clients' experiences to explore and which feelings to reflect based on his own, unique, experience and wisdom.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Single Parent

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Brainspotting
  • Christian Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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The simplest answer to "What is your approach to therapy?" is "eclectic". As I stated above, my PhD program emphasized training us to think critically; to form, test, modify, and evaluate hypotheses (including clinical methods and outcomes) based on the unique information presented to us BY and the changes we see IN our clients: people seeking meaningful change. It is a partnership process.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871
"
The simplest answer to "What is your approach to therapy?" is "eclectic". As I stated above, my PhD program emphasized training us to think critically; to form, test, modify, and evaluate hypotheses (including clinical methods and outcomes) based on the unique information presented to us BY and the changes we see IN our clients: people seeking meaningful change. It is a partnership process.
Photo of Joy Herreid Dawson, Psychologist, PhD
Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
or call with questions - (507) 431-5871

Location

Primary Location

Dawson and Company LTD

Luverne, MN 56156

(507) 431-5871

Additional Location

Pipestone Counseling Center, LLC

Pipestone, MN 56164

(507) 431-5871

Nearby Areas

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Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (507) 431-5871
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Joy Herreid Dawson
Psychologist, PhD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (507) 431-5871