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Often rebooked
As a mother of five, wife, and career educator, I have a wide range of experience from which to guide, advise, and assist clients in their personal pursuit of happiness and self-fulfillment. I take an integrative approach with clients as partners in their own care. A strong therapeutic relationship is at the core of my practice, with a healthy dose of cognitive behavioral therapy, a person-centered approach, and mindfulness training. Providing a space of warmth and compassion offers the safety clients need to confidently make changes. I believe that the right fit must be a significant consideration before moving forward with establishing a therapeutic relationship.
I don't take the decision to begin therapy lightly. In the first session, I establish a safe and supportive space for clients to share their story, state their goals for therapy, and learn about ways I feel I can help them achieve desired outcomes. By addressing clients' understanding and/or concerns for the therapeutic process, I help the client ease into the process and find comfort in moving forward.
As a career-change psychotherapist with over 20 years in independent school education, I have been serving the needs of children and helping individuals and families trade discord for harmony for decades. The desire to help on a deeper level drew me to the counseling profession. I credit my own personal therapy experience with changing the trajectory of my life. I encourage clients to be brave and boldly take this step toward controlling their destiny.
I have a special affinity for women’s issues, young adults establishing independence, empty nesters, and the challenges in life that disrupt relationships, families, and feelings of success. Women are achieving at rates that can often feel intimidating to the people with whom they work, learn, and love. Effective therapy can heal, help, and support the strength of a woman, and the people in her village. This work is achieved through a variety of settings and formats in hopes that one of them resonates with you.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to address negative thought processes that contribute to a cycle of negative behavior, emotions, and outcomes. Examining the client's belief system can lead to discoveries about self that lead to positive changes and a more fulfilling life.
Narrative
Clients often discover that they have bought into a negative life story that is impacting the way they think and experience life. Understanding and dismantling that story and rewriting the narrative can be helpful in self-discovery and living into their own values and goals.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Many clients choose therapy because they need immediate relief and positive change. A future-focused approach means the primary focus in on using current resources, strengths, and desires to achieve goals. This strengths-based approach allows clients to feel positive and encouraged, even when partnered with other approaches used to process past behaviors and events.
15 ratings with written reviews
April 21, 2026
I'm so glad I chose Dawn. From the very first session, I felt a genuine connection and a sense of safety that allowed me to be fully open and transparent - something I've struggled with in the past. She is warm, authentic, and incredibly insightful. I appreciated how she blends a holistic approach with practical, actionable techniques to help manage stress and emotions. She is also very knowledgeable and intentional in her approach, which made me feel confident that I'm in the right hands.
January 12, 2026
Dawn has been really helpful in guiding me through new life challenges. She’s has been very insightful, a good listener, and makes an effort to truly connect so I feel supported and understood. She really cares about you reaching your goals!
December 23, 2025
Dawn is such a wonderful therapist. She really understands me and how to support me in achieving a healthy and happy balanced life.