Dawn Byrne

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland with over 25 years of experience in treating relational, mental health and addiction issues. I hold two masters degrees- in Counseling and Education. I have worked in a variety of settings: private practice; corporate employee assistance programs (EAP); community psychiatry programs; and addiction recovery clinics. I have also served as a “Crisis Interventionist” in an ER setting, so I am comfortable sorting out complex problems in a rapid manner.
Prior to serving as a corporate and community counselor, I was a corporate trainer, specializing in Coping Skills. So I provide psycho-educational skills to enhance individual therapy and everyday situations.
My style is client-centered and solution-focused. I will provide you with a safe space to help you explore, discuss and resolve whatever issues you bring in. The goal is to help you decide what changes you want to make to increase satisfaction with your life. My focus is on providing you with practical skills that help you with everyday issues: relational conflict at home and work; self-management; emotional and coping with anxiety.

Areas of Specialty:

Relational Issues
Coping Skills
Self-Management Skills
Setting Boundaries
Managing Conflict
Decision- Making
Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Anxiety and Stress Management

Additional Areas of Expertise:
Relapse Prevention
Recovery Skills
Crisis Interventions
Risk Assessments

Years of Experience:
Counseling: 25+ years
Addiction Counseling: 20+ years
Crisis Intervention: 7 years
Corporate training: 10 years