Lisa Calderwood / New Dawn Counseling, LLC (She/Her)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
Online in Idaho, Utah, Washington
(Online Only)
Since graduating from grad school in 2003, I have been seeing your problems through your eyes. This philosophy has helped to guide others toward happier, healthier lives. I always let clients know that I am the same person with online therapy as when we met in the office. Being able to connect to clients can be even better when you are in the comfort of your own environment.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Dance / Movement Therapy Uses movement and body awareness to express emotions and improve mental health. It can increase confidence, reduce stress, and support healing.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Imago Relationship Therapy Helps couples understand how childhood experiences influence adult relationships. It teaches communication techniques to deepen connection.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Combines mindfulness practices with CBT to prevent depression relapse. It helps people notice thoughts without judgment and respond more calmly.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Music Therapy Uses music listening, songwriting, or rhythm exercises to support healing. It is effective for stress, emotional expression, and cognitive challenges.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Helps clients challenge and replace irrational beliefs. It is an action-oriented approach for lasting change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: I am very client centered in my approach to my work and the therapeutic relationship is most important to how I approach helping clients. After reading the history you give at intake and meeting your first appointment, I get an idea of what modalities could be most helpful for you. I am not a one size fits all kind of therapist.
Education & Credentials
Lisa Calderwood / New Dawn Counseling, LLC LCSW, LICSW
- Female
- License # 27801, 13672206-3501, 70041940
- Licensed in Idaho, Utah, Washington
- Practicing Since 2000
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree Idaho State University 2000
Master of Social Work Walla Walla College 2003
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $125-$150
- Accepts Insurance
- Acentra EAP, Aetna, Aetna EAP, Aetna Senior Supplemental, AllOne Health EAP, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem EAP, BCBS Federal Employee Program, Beacon Health Strategies, Best Care EAP, BCBS Illinois; Kansas City; Massachusetts; Montana; Oklahoma; Western NY, Blue Cross of Idaho, BPA Health, Carnelon Behavioral Health, CCA EAP, Ceridian EAP, Cigna and Cigna Behavioral Heath EAP, Curalinc EAP, GEHA, Gravie INC., Health Advocate EAP, Life Works EAP, Idaho Medicare Part B, McLaughlin Young EAP, MHNET, Military One Source EAP, New Directions EAP, UMR, Optum and Optum EAP, Pacific Source, Regence BCBS of Oregon, Regence BCBS of Utah, Regence Blue Shield of Idaho, Regence Group Administrators, SelectHealth, TriCare for Life, TriCare West, Ulliance EAP, UMR, United Health Care, United Health Care Shared Services, Value Options, WA Blue Shield, WA Premera Blue Cross, WebTPA Employer Services, Workplace Options EAP
Lisa Calderwood / New Dawn Counseling, LLC Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Idaho, Utah, Washington
- Online Therapy Details: I use 2 secure platforms. Doxy.me and TherapyNotes
We started New Dawn Counseling, LLC in 2007 as a family venture. We provide services to families, individuals, children, teenagers and couples. We work with any issue you may be concerned with. We work with victims and survivors of abuse, so we do not treat offenders of abuse. We specialize in PTSD, Grief and ADHD.
We work as a team in your treatment and establish the goals you would like to address together and when you feel ready to graduate from therapy, we make that decision together to make sure you have all the tools you need to succeed.
Lisa has completed the full training for EMDR with extra trainings to help children, couples and individuals with complex symptoms of dysregulation. We also use energy work modalities for clients who need this type of healing as well.
Our receptionist is very skilled at helping you feel more comfortable with the process and starting therapy.