Sabrina DeDore, LISW

Professional Statement: I provide caring, compassionate and non-judgmental care. Many people have been through a lot of things that are hard to talk about, and I am here to support and guide clients through that. I offer an unbiased viewpoint and work with people to achieve their goals with therapy. It’s okay not to be okay, and it is never too late to get help. I am here as an ally and advocate for clients. Healing takes time; I am a firm believer in being patient with yourself and giving yourself grace.

Why did you become a mental health service provider?  I became a therapist to better help clients process their issues to help provide them a better quality of life. I enjoy working through tough scenarios with people and seeing them understand themselves better in the end. I enjoy lending a hand to help my clients reach their personal goals.

Ideal provider/patient relationship: A client should be able to trust that their provider has their best interest at heart, and feel heard and validated by their provider.

What's most important for patients to know about medical philosophy? I previously worked as a healthcare social worker, heavily assisting in resource navigation and referrals. I worked with patients who had chronic illness and collaborated with doctors and transplant teams to help patients and their families find the best care while simultaneously dealing with their grief.

What do you like to do in your free time? I enjoy cooking, gardening, camping, and playing soccer and board games. I have two cats and two big dogs that I love to spend time with.

Notable ties to the region: I was born and raised in the suburbs in Illinois, and moved to Iowa for grad school in 2014. 

Areas of interest: EMDR & trauma, DBT, couples and families, teens, adults, older adults, LGBTQ+, veterans, chronic illness