Dawn Brumfield, LISW
- Trauma and mood disorders
- Attachment and relationships
- Online and flexible sessions
About Dawn Brumfield
Dawn’s work covers a broad range of areas including depression, anxiety, bipolar challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, eating and sleeping concerns, and support for LGBT clients. She also addresses family dynamics, career questions, and the strains of caregiving and compassion fatigue. Her practice emphasizes helping clients reconnect with inner strengths, develop self-compassion, and pursue clearer life purpose and healthier relationships.
Using a tailored, empathetic approach, Dawn draws on attachment-based, client-centered, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and existential methods to meet each person’s unique needs. She is particularly experienced supporting young adults and people from diverse cultural backgrounds as they work through identity, relationship dynamics, and emotional resilience. Dawn partners with clients to set practical goals and to build strategies that support lasting personal growth and a more authentic life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dawn Brumfield have?
Dawn Brumfield has 26 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Dawn Brumfield a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. Her license details are OH LISW I.0009447-SUPV.
In which languages does Dawn Brumfield provide therapy?
Dawn Brumfield provides therapy in English.
Where is Dawn Brumfield located?
Dawn Brumfield is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Dawn Brumfield as my therapist?
You can work with Dawn Brumfield through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dawn Brumfield work with international clients?
Dawn Brumfield does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn Brumfield cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approach-Focused Online Therapy with Practical Flexibility
Dawn often integrates attachment-based therapy to explore how early relationship patterns influence current emotional responses and interpersonal difficulties - this approach can be especially useful for clients working on attachment issues, abandonment concerns, or relationship repair. She also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes an empathic, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship and supports clients in finding their own solutions and developing self-compassion. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is another commonly used approach in her work, offering practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and mood regulation.Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dawn works with each client to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adapts methods over time so treatment stays relevant and effective for the individual. Clients are involved in choosing strategies that fit their life and pace.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for this style of work - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to maintain consistency, manage appointments around busy schedules, and access care from different locations. These options increase flexibility and make it simpler for clients to engage in the therapeutic process in a way that suits them.