- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT concerns
- Self esteem
About Dawn
Dawn Madden is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and issues related to LGBT identity. She supports clients working through major life changes and the everyday pressures that sap energy and motivation. Dawn emphasizes clients' strengths and respects each person's experience as central to the work.
She draws on approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based work, client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to tailor sessions to each person's needs. In session she focuses on practical skills, clearer thinking, and strengthening relationships with self and others. Conversations aim to identify patterns, try small changes, and build tools that help in day-to-day life.
Dawn has over 11 years of experience that include supporting people with substance use and trauma-related concerns. She also addresses issues like abandonment, attachment struggles, body image, codependency, commitment and communication problems, and family of origin matters. First responder issues and coping after disasters are among the areas she has worked with.
The work is collaborative and paced to what each person can manage. Dawn centers the client's values and goals while helping them experiment with new ways of responding. She encourages realistic steps toward better mood, clearer priorities, and firmer self-regard.
Sessions are conducted in English and follow practices appropriate to Pennsylvania-licensed counseling. Prospective clients from outside the United States are not supported at this time. To begin, individuals complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How these approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take action based on what matters most. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and decisions about life direction. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current trust and connection; it can help people understand patterns in close relationships and build safer ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to reduce anxiety and improve mood.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose or blend methods that fit the client's goals and daily life. Sessions often start by identifying immediate priorities, then try tools and habits that can be practiced between meetings.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and maintaining continuity when schedules change. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm current options before booking to learn how Dawn schedules appointments. Online work can make it easier to keep regular check-ins, practice skills in real contexts, and use brief touchpoint sessions when a quick check-in is helpful.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dawn commonly help with?
Dawn supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem problems, and LGBT-related concerns. She also works with substance use, trauma-related issues, and life transitions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on strengths and practical steps. Conversations aim to identify patterns and try new coping skills.
How much experience does Dawn have?
She has 11 years of professional experience working in counseling and related fields, including work with substance use and trauma.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided only to those within the supported region.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.