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Dawn has been a licensed therapist for five years and has a positive and energetic approach to therapy. She has spent the past twenty years working with individuals and families suffering from severe mental illness and/or addiction providing education, training, resources, and support on their individual journeys towards mental wellness. Part of this support included assisting with goal-setting; to help individuals realize their dreams and make positive lifestyle changes that benefit their overall health and well-being.
Dawn has spent a considerable amount of time working within local communities providing therapy and mental health support to children, adults, and the geriatric population. While her current focus is on the adult population, she believes all people can benefit from therapeutic support to help them get to new perspectives in life in a different light.
Dawn received a Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Healthcare from the University of South Florida, Tampa Florida and obtained a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University, Minneapolis Minnesota. In her free time, she loves interacting with her rescued pitbulls Fred and Wilma and enjoys taking them on road trips as she travels, explores, and documents her adventures. Additional hobbies and interests include but are not limited to: tattoos, spirituality, ax throwing, cryotherapy, listening to music with the car windows down and singing along as loud as you can, sharing my knowledge with others, and enjoying my journey.
Professional experience
20yrs in practice
AddictionsTrauma, AbuseDepression
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dawn Palumbo-Madera. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
i have been with dawn for almost two years and in that time with her i have noticed a great difference in myself. she really asks the right kind of questions to get you thinking. i highly recommend her she will be honest with you and that’s something i value in a person.
Written on Sep 22, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Although, we have only met once she has pinpointed my issues and we are working together to make attainable goals, boundaries and avenues of positive conversation for change or progress I can see almost immediately.
Written on May 08, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She gets me and that’s been the most important thing in my experience with Dawn. Great advice, good questions, and I’m feeling much better.
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Dawn listens to what I have to say. She is very responsive during my therapy
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Dawn was great! Will miss her! Just the right blend of compassion, sensitivity and authenticity. You won’t be disappointed!
Written on Mar 11, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Dawn is such a breath of fresh air, she is honest but kind. Funny and encouraging. Thank you for listening to my thoughts and for providing support.
Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
She is very down to earth, tells it like it is, and helps me to organize my thoughts and concerns. She gives homework which has helped me on my journey. Always upbeat and positive. I always leave our sessions feeling calm and with food for thought.
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Dawn, you make an agnostic question his belief about guardian angels. Immensely grateful for you!
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dawn is absolutely amazing and so validating. Honestly, people like Dawn are why therapy works. You can tell that she truly is in this career choice for good reasons. You can tell that she just truly wants to help others. She wants to show them that any cycle that they’re in can be changed if that’s what they desire. She wants to show people that they are cared for. She wants people to know that they’re not alone and that how they feel makes perfect sense. I have never had a counselor that I felt I could say something to, and be assessed and spoke to without ANY negative judgment. I know I could tell her anything and she would listen calmly, let me tell my piece, and then when the timing was right, she’d be so validating. So trustable, dependable, reliable, caring, sweet, and thoughtful. After every meeting each week, I get homework or things to watch/read that relate to what I’m going through. She truly puts effort and time into what she sends clients. She’s one of those one in a hundred—maybe even one in a thousand. I wasn’t paid for this review… if you’re looking for a new counselor, don’t hesitate, and choose Dawn.. for real
Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dawn is compassionate and kind. Very easy to talk to, positive in her approach. She’s responsive and gently pushes me to spend time on things I’m working to improve. I’m very grateful for her help and support!
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and self esteem
I thank the universe every day that you have matched me with Dawn! Could not have found a better match for me. Very intuitive and straight to the point and very supportive as well!
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Over the past few months she’s helped me heal and overcome a lot of the issues I was struggling with. I’m very glad I chose therapy
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Amazing to work with, feel heard and a better me after working with Dawn.
Written on Jul 19, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions
Very professional. I feel welcomed and heard. She also gives feedback and talks to me, so I don’t feel like I am speaking to myself. I feel relatable. I feel amazing already and it’s only the first session. Can’t wait to continue working with her.
Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Saying she goes above and beyond is an understatement. You can tell how much she cares. Love her!
Written on May 20, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
I really have created a safe space with Dawn!! She has opened up so much and helped me deal we my personal life issues!!
Written on May 09, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
Dawn has a very active approach, she is easy to talk to and helps you clarify your goal and achiev them. Couldn't ask for a better therapist.
Written on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Love her!!!!
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
I love working with her! She is my sixth therapist, but she is the first therapist who actually gives a crap about my mental health. She is so compassionate and caring while giving me tough love. I am going to miss her!
Written on Feb 02, 2022 after therapy with Dawn for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Knowledgeable, caring, understanding, keeps track of me and my well being.
Sends me material to read and complete. No judgement.
Written on Dec 22, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleeping disorders
I would just like to say thank for your help that you continue you to provide, I feel able to finally talk about personal issues going on with my family with someone who is trying to provide me support and advise during this time.
Written on Dec 19, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dawn is very friendly. In our first session, I immediately felt like I could trust her and felt comfortable with her. I’ve been in therapy before and was always shy in the beginning.
Written on Nov 30, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief
Dawn is such an understanding person. When I first started therapy, I did not think I can possibly feel comfortable enough to open up to a complete stranger via text, email, phone and video but Dawn has changed the game. I have only been in therapy with her for a little under a month and already feel like I am working towards a better me. Thank you so much for all that you do Dawn !
Written on Nov 05, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dawn is a great listener and very supportive. She helps you learn and understand a variety of techniques you can use to cope with situations you're experiencing
Written on Oct 16, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder
Dawn has been so proactive in my treatment, more so than any other healthcare professional I’ve come across. She has been a great stepping stone for my healing journey.
Written on Oct 12, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dawn is human first and for most. I wanted someone who would not nod and sit quietly and she is interactive and understand and kind but still human. She told me something that sucked sucked and it’s all I wanted to hear. I’m already in a better place because of her.
Written on Oct 03, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
I just love Dawn. She is so warm but yet professional. She is everything I would expect a counselor to be. (this is my first experience with a counselor ) She shares just enough of herself to help me understand more of where she is coming from and it helps to know that she has a frame of reference for me. I highly, highly recommend Dawn!
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and family conflicts
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