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Dawn Mullen, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
7 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes

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Dawn Mullen helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction and trauma. She supports those dealing with low self-esteem, grief, anger, relationship strain, career pressure and major life changes. Her work also covers depression and a range of related concerns such as codependency, caregiver stress and process addictions.

Dawn brings seven years of experience working in residential rehab settings and the wider community in the United Kingdom. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Background and approach

That background means she is familiar with the challenges of post-rehab adjustment and the practical ups and downs that follow recovery. Her approach is integrative and straightforward. She blends Client-Centred Therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and draws on trauma-focused methods when needed.

Sessions are led by the person’s needs and paced to fit their comfort level. In the room she is warm and compassionate. Dawn aims to create an environment that helps people feel heard and gradually make different choices.

The focus is on practical steps, understanding unhelpful patterns, and building skills that help in everyday life. If someone is nervous about starting, Dawn frames the first sessions as a gentle way to explore goals and options. She works collaboratively to set realistic steps and supports people as they try new ways of coping.

Over time the aim is greater clarity, more self-compassion and stronger day-to-day coping.

How Dawn’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. It helps people feel understood and supported while they explore their goals and values. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect and introduces small, practical changes to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the impact of past hurt and helps people process upsetting experiences at a pace that suits them.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Dawn will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and then use the methods that fit best. This is a collaborative process where the therapist and client check progress and adjust the plan as required.

Online sessions can make therapy easier to fit into a busy life. Video calls let people connect face to face across distances. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are quick ways to check in, do short sessions or continue reflection between calls. These options give flexibility while still allowing for meaningful, goal-focused therapy with registered or accredited professionals.
What kinds of problems does Dawn help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, grief, anger, relationship concerns, career pressures and depression, plus related issues like caregiver stress and codependency.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Dawn works in a warm, compassionate, person-centred way while also using practical Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques and trauma-focused tools when helpful.
What is her background and experience?
She has seven years of experience, including several years working in residential rehab supporting people with addiction, post-rehab adjustment and co-occurring concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
7 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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