Dawn Brubaker
DSW, LSW • Licensed Social Worker
About
With over two decades of experience, Dawn Brubaker, DSW, LSW, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her diverse clientele. Dawn's practice is a testament to her belief in the power of inclusive, compassionate care across all stages of life. She skillfully works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, adapting her approach to meet the unique needs of each individual and group.
Dawn's therapeutic focus spans a wide range of areas, reflecting her commitment to addressing the complex challenges faced by her clients. She specializes in anxiety and depression, providing support and strategies to help individuals navigate these common yet often debilitating conditions. Her expertise in trauma therapy allows her to create a safe, nurturing environment for those healing from past experiences.
As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, Dawn offers a welcoming space for individuals exploring and embracing their identities. Her experience with substance use disorders equips her to support clients on their journey to recovery, employing evidence-based approaches to address addiction and its underlying causes. Dawn's work with neurodivergent diversity showcases her dedication to understanding and celebrating the unique perspectives and needs of individuals with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodiversity.
Dawn's therapeutic approach is rooted in client-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems, and narrative methodologies. She creates a trauma-informed and non-judgmental space, providing support that is tailored to each client's individual needs and experiences. Her sessions are designed to foster self-discovery and growth, empowering clients as they navigate life's challenges.
Beyond her clinical work, Dawn's passion for learning and sharing knowledge extends to her role as an adjunct professor. This academic involvement keeps her at the forefront of current therapeutic practices and research, which she integrates into her client work. In her personal life, Dawn finds joy in literature, expressing her creativity through watercolor and urban sketching, and cherishing time with her husband and their two cats, Loki and Marcus. These diverse interests contribute to the depth and relatability she brings to her therapeutic relationships.
Qualifications
Education
- Doctor of Social Work
State Licenses
- Licensed Social Worker
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Depression
- Substance Abuse
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Pennsylvania
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
- Sex-Positive; Kink Allied
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Locations
Thrive Counseling Center - Pittsburgh
5333 Butler St
Pittsburgh, PA 15201