Dawn Mumaw
Supportive therapy for change, healing, and resilience
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About
Dawn Mumaw, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker based in Wisconsin who supports adults as they work through life’s most challenging seasons. Her work often centers on concerns such as addiction, anxiety and stress, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family difficulties, self-esteem, ADHD, career concerns, compassion fatigue, and navigating major life changes. She also has experience with issues like abandonment, codependency, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, divorce and separation, family of origin concerns, and drug and alcohol addiction.
She approaches therapy by creating an open, welcoming space where people can speak honestly about what they are thinking and feeling. Dawn aims to be steady, patient, and thoughtful, helping clients sort through what feels overwhelming and identify practical ways forward. She values growth that is both compassionate and realistic, and she often brings a grounded sense of humor to the work when it is helpful.
Beginning therapy can take courage, especially when someone has been carrying stress, pain, or uncertainty for a long time. Dawn partners with clients to clarify goals, strengthen motivation and confidence, and build coping strategies that fit their lives, moving step by step toward meaningful change.
She approaches therapy by creating an open, welcoming space where people can speak honestly about what they are thinking and feeling. Dawn aims to be steady, patient, and thoughtful, helping clients sort through what feels overwhelming and identify practical ways forward. She values growth that is both compassionate and realistic, and she often brings a grounded sense of humor to the work when it is helpful.
Beginning therapy can take courage, especially when someone has been carrying stress, pain, or uncertainty for a long time. Dawn partners with clients to clarify goals, strengthen motivation and confidence, and build coping strategies that fit their lives, moving step by step toward meaningful change.
- Location:
- Wisconsin, United States
- Years Experience:
- 8
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Addictions, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: WI LCSW 8356-123, AZ LCSW LCSW-21266
- NPI Number: 1184004152
- License: LCSW (Wisconsin), LCSW (Arizona), LCSW (Nevada), LCSW (Arkansas)
Practical Approaches, Flexible Online Support
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive space where the client’s experiences, values, and goals guide the work. This approach can be helpful when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, because it starts with what matters most to them.Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, nonjudgmental way to strengthen motivation for change. It can be especially useful when someone is navigating addiction, mixed feelings about next steps, or difficulty following through on goals, by helping them clarify their reasons for change and build momentum.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes strengths and small, achievable steps. Rather than spending all the time on what is wrong, it helps identify what is already working and how to do more of it, which can support stress management, life transitions, and day-to-day coping.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dawn Mumaw collaborates with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and then adjusts the focus and tools to fit what is most helpful over time.
Online therapy also makes it easier to get support in a format that matches real life. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone sessions, and support can also be available through live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and changing routines.
How much experience does Dawn Mumaw have?
Dawn Mumaw has 8 years of experience providing therapy services.
Is Dawn Mumaw a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dawn Mumaw is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). She is licensed in Wisconsin (WI LCSW 8356-123) and Arizona (AZ LCSW LCSW-21266).
In which languages does Dawn Mumaw provide therapy?
Dawn Mumaw provides therapy in English.
Where is Dawn Mumaw located?
Dawn Mumaw is located in Wisconsin.
How can I work with Dawn Mumaw as my therapist?
You can work with Dawn Mumaw through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable and what fits your schedule.
Does Dawn Mumaw work with international clients?
No. Dawn Mumaw does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn Mumaw cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 to help 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.