Dawn McDonaugh, MS, LMFTC
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate
Centennial,CO
Summary
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate with experience at Stout Street Foundation, skilled in developing tailored treatment plans and facilitating group therapy. Proficient in clinical interventions and active listening, I foster supportive environments that enhance emotional well-being and promote resilience in clients navigating life transitions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate
Stout Street Foundation
Commerce City, CO
04.2026 - Current
- Provides individual and family counseling to enhance relationships and emotional well-being.
- Developed treatment plans tailored to client needs, focusing on evidence-based approaches.
- Facilitate SUD group therapy sessions, fostering communication and support among participants.
- Facilitate SUD group therapy sessions, fostering communication and support among participants.
- Assess SUD client progress and adjusted therapeutic strategies to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment progress in compliance with regulations.
- Cultivate a safe and trusting environment for clients to openly discuss sensitive issues and experiences.
- Manage a caseload of 18 and facilitate psychoeducation for SUD groups.
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate/Owner
Seraphim Family Therapy, LLC
Centennial, CO
06.2025 - Current
- Facilitate therapeutic sessions focused on family dynamics and communication strategies.
- Develop individualized treatment plans to address client-specific challenges and goals.
- Implement evidence-based interventions to enhance emotional well-being of clients.
- Conduct intake assessments to identify needs and establish rapport with clients.
- Telehealth Only services
- Assist clients in navigating life transitions, such as career changes or divorce, with a focus on resilience and adaptation.
- Improve couples'' satisfaction in their relationships through targeted counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy.
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate
Harvest Therapeutic Services
Denver, CO
10.2024 - Current
- Educate clients on coping strategies and conflict resolution techniques during sessions.
- Mentor junior therapists, sharing best practices for client engagement and treatment effectiveness.
- Conduct group therapy sessions, fostering connections among participants and promoting shared healing experiences.
- Facilitate SUD group therapy sessions, fostering communication and support among participants.
- Supervision almost complete with this company.
- Develop treatment plans tailored to client needs, focusing on evidence-based approaches.
- Provide individual and family counseling to enhance relationships and emotional well-being.
Household Manager
Raymond Schmier, LLC
Centennial, CO
12.2022 - 12.2025
- Managed household schedules, ensuring timely completion of daily tasks and appointments.
- Coordinated vendor services for maintenance, repairs, and other household needs.
- Developed and implemented efficient organizational systems for household inventory and supplies.
- Supervised staff, providing training and guidance to enhance performance and service delivery.
- Researched and sourced high-quality goods to enhance household functionality and aesthetics.
- Anticipated the household''s needs and proactively addressed them to minimize disruptions or inconveniences.
- Scheduled appointments for medical, dental, and self-care needs.
- Managed financial matters for the household, including budgeting, bill payments, and expense tracking.
- Handled various administrative tasks on behalf of the household such as correspondence, document management, and filing systems.
- Worked with the client until their passing in December.
Education
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN04-2024
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Counseling Psychology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05-2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology DWD
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO12-2018
Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy
Denver School of Massage Therapy
Aurora, CO08-2007
Skills
- Relaxation Techniques
- Treatment Options
- Best Practices and Standards
- Active Listening
- Clinical Interventions
- HIPAA Requirements
- Critical Thinking
- Addictions Counselor Candidacy pending with the State of Colorado
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Therapy and Counseling
Hypnotherapy certification from Denver School of Hypnotherapy
Learned to apply relaxation technique through hypnotherapy. This was a 4 weekend course for people versed in the basics of Psychology.
Timeline
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate
Stout Street Foundation
04.2026 - Current
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate/Owner
Seraphim Family Therapy, LLC
06.2025 - Current
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate
Harvest Therapeutic Services
10.2024 - Current
Household Manager
Raymond Schmier, LLC
12.2022 - 12.2025
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Counseling Psychology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Associate of Arts - Psychology DWD
Arapahoe Community College
Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy
Denver School of Massage Therapy