I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I also have a ton of experience in the substance use field and trauma related issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process and I am here to be a safe space for you.
Professional experience
13 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyLGBTQ+Self esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hearing impaired, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dawn Madden. 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 feel like i am in good hands. Dawn understands everything i explain to her and makes me feel heard. I think i will make great improvements with her help
Written on Apr 07, 2026 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Dawn is absolutely amazing.
Written on Feb 17, 2026 after therapy with Dawn for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Dawn is amazing she’s very supportive and a great listener
Written on Feb 17, 2026 after therapy with Dawn for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
can honestly say this is the first time I’ve truly made real progress in therapy. My therapist meets me exactly where I am but also pushes me toward where I need to be in order to grow and improve. She creates a safe, supportive space while still challenging me in the best ways. I’ve gained so much insight and feel stronger, more self-aware, and more confident in my journey thanks to her guidance. I’m incredibly grateful for her compassion and dedication.
Written on Nov 11, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dawn is very responsive and easy to talk to. I just started working with her but I already trust and her approach.
Written on May 16, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dawn is incredible! She’s very easy to talk to and has really helped me reframe unconscious perspectives that I’ve carried my whole life. Couldn’t recommend Dawn enough!
Written on Apr 21, 2025 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Working with Dawn as my online therapist has been an incredibly positive and transformative experience. From our very first video session, her warm and empathetic presence made me feel comfortable and understood, even through the screen. She has a unique ability to create a safe and welcoming environment, which is especially impressive in a virtual setting.
Dawn’s expertise shines through in every session. She listens deeply, asks thoughtful questions, and offers personalized, actionable strategies that have genuinely improved my outlook and coping skills. Her ability to connect and communicate effectively via video meetings is outstanding—it feels as though she’s sitting right there with you, fully present and invested in your well-being.
What I appreciate most is how adaptable and flexible Dawn is in tailoring her approach to my needs. Whether it’s sharing evidence-based techniques or simply offering a compassionate ear, she balances professionalism with a genuine human touch that makes every session valuable.
I highly recommend Dawn to anyone seeking a skilled and caring online therapist. Her dedication, insight, and ability to make virtual therapy feel just as impactful as in-person sessions are truly exceptional. I’m incredibly grateful for her support and the positive changes she has helped me achieve.
Written on Dec 30, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I have been seeing Dawn for about a year and she has helped me through one of the most difficult times of my life. I am making progress on things that have been holding me back and I am grateful for her help. I highly recommend Dawn as a therapist.
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dawn is an amazing therapist. She's kind, always listens to you speak, and takes great pride in what she does. She's an amazing individual and deserves the biggest raise
Written on Aug 02, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dawn is amazing, she calls me out, and knows when to push the question and is OK with letting me get there
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I really feel like Dawn brought a sense of openness and a genuine caring attitude. She has great listening skills and she shines by opening new portholes to see out of. I feel encouraged by her gentle but insightful support to be wiling to look at who I am with more courage.
Written on Dec 22, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning lgbt, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dawn is a great therapist. I’ve made a lot of progress this year working with her that wouldn’t have been possible alone. She has gone above and beyond helping me through some tough situations and I’m really grateful for her.
Written on Dec 17, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dawn is so nice and understanding. I really enjoyed talking with her. It was like talking with a friend.
Written on Oct 30, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dawn has been amazing in supporting me through all my struggles. Dawn is awesome!!
Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very courteous, kind and listens. Great attributes to help others with!
Written on Oct 25, 2023 after therapy with Dawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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