About

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) through the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors. I am a Level-III Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor for the State of Oregon (CADC-III) and a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM).. I have worked for many years as both a counselor and as a clinical supervisor/director providing services to those who are striving toward productive, meaningful lives and I am dedicated to the therapeutic process as it applies to individuals, their families and their communities. I believe it is important to have and to show empathy, care and genuineness and to help people in their personal journey of exploration. My philosophical approach is in line with person centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused brief therapy.

I have extensive training and experience working effectively with co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders, and suicide intervention; internet and digital technology related use problems, grief and loss, gender specific issues, identity issues, cognitive restructuring, trauma, equine therapy, and cultural diversity. My goal is to be of service. I believe myself to be intuitive and realistic in my approach with people. I am a motivator and natural teacher who is solution oriented and able to help others to draw on their own strengths, abilities and resources when facing life and the challenges within it.

I look forward to working with you.

Dawn Merrigan, MA, LPC, CADC-III, CRM