Jennifer Cieslewicz MA, LMHCA

Many women come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or deeply hurt by experiences within important relationships. Some are navigating betrayal trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship pain, or major life transitions. Others simply feel stuck, unseen, or emotionally alone. At A New Dawn Counseling, I provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for women seeking healing, clarity, and a stronger sense of self. Together, we create a safe and supportive space where your experiences are met with honesty, care, and emotional attunement. ____________ You Don’t Have to Carry This Alone Life can feel incredibly painful when trust has been broken, relationships feel confusing, or emotional burdens have been carried for too long. Therapy offers a space to slow down, process what you have experienced, and reconnect with your own inner clarity and strength. Whether you are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, betrayal, emotional exhaustion, or significant life changes, healing is possible. You deserve support that feels safe, compassionate, and grounded in understanding. ____________ Specialized Support for Betrayal Trauma & Relational Deception A significant portion of my work focuses on supporting women affected by betrayal trauma and relational deception, including hidden sexual behaviors, pornography use, infidelity, financial deception, emotional manipulation, and other patterns of secrecy within intimate relationships. These experiences can deeply disrupt a person’s sense of safety, trust, identity, and reality. Many women find themselves feeling anxious, hypervigilant, emotionally destabilized, or unsure of what to believe after discovering ongoing deception in a relationship. My clinical work is informed by the Deceptive Sexuality & Trauma Treatment (DSTT) Model developed by Dr. Omar Minwalla. I have completed over 84 hours of APA-approved advanced DSTT training directly with Dr. Minwalla, focusing on betrayal trauma, relational deception, and integrity abuse dynamics. ____________ My Approach I believe healing begins within a relationship that feels emotionally safe, honest, and attuned. My approach combines trauma-informed care with compassion, clarity, and respect for your lived experience. This work is also informed by a personal understanding of the complexities of betrayal and emotional pain, allowing me to offer both clinical insight and deep empathy as you navigate your healing process. ____________ Begin Your Healing You do not have to navigate pain, confusion, or loss alone. Therapy can help you rebuild trust in yourself, strengthen your sense of identity, and move toward healing with greater clarity and confidence. If you feel ready, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation and take the first step toward A New Dawn.