Dawn Cooperstein

Dawn Cooperstein, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who brings a grounded, client-centered approach informed by depth psychology and Jungian theory. With 17 years of clinical experience and licensure in Virginia (VA LCSW 0904009338) and Arizona (AZ LCSW LCSW-18532), she approaches emotional distress as a meaningful expression of the psyche rather than evidence of personal failure.

Her practice stands apart from medical models that often pathologize normal reactions to trauma, stress, and major life transitions. Dawn encourages exploration of the inner world with curiosity and compassion, guiding clients to understand their experiences without shame.

She specializes in work with ADHD and PTSD and in helping people navigate the complex landscape of midlife, including menopause, empty nest transitions, and estrangement from adult children. Dawn recognizes how trauma histories, neurodivergence, hormonal changes, shifting identities, and evolving family roles can interact to increase overwhelm, fatigue, cognitive fluctuations, grief, and a sense of disconnection.

Dawn’s practice is shaped by non-conformist values such as authenticity, autonomy, and a willingness to question systems that shame, silence, or limit people. She holds the belief that clients are the experts of their own lives and that healing often begins by rejecting pathologizing narratives, reclaiming one’s voice, and embracing a more honest way of being.

She integrates evidence-based modalities - including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR-informed strategies, and trauma-informed care - within a holistic, strength-based framework. Dawn supports clients in building emotional regulation skills, recognizing and shifting patterns, reducing shame, and reconnecting with meaning during challenging life transitions.

Warm, attuned, and down-to-earth, Dawn offers a therapeutic space where clients can explore deeply, heal authentically, and cultivate resilience, clarity, and a renewed sense of self in Arizona.