Dr. Dawn Schulze, LCPC, LPC
Seasoned counselor for relationship and trauma recovery
- 30 years experience
- Relationship and trauma focus
- Teletherapy and international clients
About Dr. Dawn Schulze
Dr. Dawn Schulze, LCPC, LPC, brings 30 years of clinical experience to work with individuals facing emotionally challenging life transitions. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and the search for personal growth and direction. Her training and long practice support clients through complex interpersonal patterns, communication struggles, and the aftermath of painful events.
Dr. Schulze uses a compassionate, client-centered stance that honors each person -s unique history and goals. She relies on evidence-based methods while tailoring interventions to what each person needs in the moment, creating a collaborative environment where practical coping skills and deeper self-understanding develop together. LCPC and LPC are licensed counselor credentials that indicate advanced training and state-level licensure in professional counseling.
Across her work she supports clients confronting life changes such as divorce or blended family transitions, grief and loss, caregiving stress, chronic illness, attachment and adoption concerns, and challenges rooted in family of origin. Her approach balances short-term problem solving with emotion-focused exploration, helping people build resilience, healthier relationships, and clearer pathways forward.
Dr. Schulze uses a compassionate, client-centered stance that honors each person -s unique history and goals. She relies on evidence-based methods while tailoring interventions to what each person needs in the moment, creating a collaborative environment where practical coping skills and deeper self-understanding develop together. LCPC and LPC are licensed counselor credentials that indicate advanced training and state-level licensure in professional counseling.
Across her work she supports clients confronting life changes such as divorce or blended family transitions, grief and loss, caregiving stress, chronic illness, attachment and adoption concerns, and challenges rooted in family of origin. Her approach balances short-term problem solving with emotion-focused exploration, helping people build resilience, healthier relationships, and clearer pathways forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Dawn Schulze have?
Dr. Dawn Schulze has 30 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Dr. Dawn Schulze a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCPC and LPC. License details include KS LCPC LCPC 03640 and AZ LPC LPC-22868.
In which languages does Dr. Dawn Schulze provide therapy?
Dr. Dawn Schulze provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Dawn Schulze located?
Dr. Dawn Schulze is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Dr. Dawn Schulze as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Dawn Schulze through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Dawn Schulze work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Schulze works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Dawn Schulze 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 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support with Dr. Schulze
Dr. Dawn Schulze draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients change unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical skills. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting the thoughts and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, stress, and relationship difficulties. DBT emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and improving communication.She also integrates Emotionally-Focused Therapy when deeper attachment and relationship patterns are central concerns. EFT helps people explore emotional experiences and strengthen bonds with partners or family members by identifying core needs and patterns that shape interactions.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Dr. Schulze collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around life demands, maintain continuity during transitions, and receive support from different locations, while allowing therapists to tailor the format to a client -s needs.