Dawn Friedman, MSEd, LPCC-S, LPC
Dawn Friedman, MSEd, LPCC-S, LPC, is an independently licensed counselor and clinical supervisor with over 30 years of experience working with children, families, and adults. Licensed as an LPCC-S in Ohio and an LPC in Pennsylvania, she brings a multi-state perspective to the complex ethical landscapes of modern private practice. As the owner of Building Family Counseling and Open Book Parenting, she has specialized in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and complex family dynamics, including adoption and attachment-related challenges.
A seasoned educator and speaker, Ms. Friedman served as an adjunct instructor at The Ohio State University, where she honed strategies for classroom management and learning evaluation. She has trained thousands of professionals – including counselors, social workers, and early childhood educators – on high stakes clinical topics. Her portfolio of professional presentations includes the Ohio Counseling Association and the All-Ohio Counselors Conference, with a dedicated focus on the ethics of power, privilege, and dual relationships.
Ms. Friedman is a prolific writer whose work has appeared in national publications such as Yoga Journal, Salon, and Parenting. With a career spanning community mental health, private practice, and higher education, Ms. Friedman utilizes her supervisory expertise to help practitioners navigate the intersection of professional standards and real-world clinical practice.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dawn Friedman is the owner of Open Book Parenting and Building Family Counseling. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dawn Friedman has no relevant financial relationships.
