Irene Dougherty, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Irene is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Irene is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
More about Irene
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. I work with individuals in a safe, supportive environment, offering high-quality care where insight, healing, and personal growth can flourish. My approach is grounded in support and collaboration. I help clients address current challenges and long-standing patterns with guidance and compassion. Together, we explore your story, identify your needs, and develop strategies to help you reach your personal goals.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Irene Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104000157.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC003468 · Renews February 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Irene Dougherty offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Irene Dougherty works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Irene Dougherty speak?
Irene Dougherty speaks English.
How many years of experience does Irene Dougherty have?
Irene Dougherty has 23 years of experience.
Where is Irene Dougherty licensed to practice?
Irene Dougherty is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Irene Dougherty accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Irene Dougherty accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Irene Dougherty accept insurance?
Yes, Irene Dougherty accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Irene Dougherty accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Irene Dougherty does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Irene Dougherty offer?
Irene Dougherty offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Irene Dougherty?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.