Megan Dillavou, tLMHC

Megan Dillavou, tLMHC, is a mental health counselor at MercyOne Des Moines Mental and Behavioral Health Care, as well as at MercyOne Beaverdale Family Medicine. Conditions she frequently treats include:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Stress and burnout
• Life transitions
• Relationship challenges
• Grief and loss
• Low self-esteem
• Recovery from emotional and narcissistic abuse
• Neurodivergent adult concerns (autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and Megan believes the most important part of the process is building a genuine therapeutic relationship with you. She strives to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable exploring their concerns and working toward meaningful change. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical, helping you develop both insight and skills to use in your daily life. Additionally, she has specialized training in trauma-informed care and recovery from narcissistic abuse.

Outside of work, she enjoys reading, gardening, crafting, and spending time outdoors. These interests help her appreciate the importance of balance, creativity and self-care in everyday life.