Healing Trauma
Healing Lives
Child and family trauma therapy in Goodyear, serving families across the West Valley. We help children and teens heal through play therapy and evidence-based care, while supporting parents along the way, because trauma affects the whole family.
What is trauma, and what does it look like?
Our founder, Dr.Crystal Krueger, is here to explain the impact of trauma and how it appears.
We are Here for You.
Every person deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and feel connected.
Dawn Institute provides compassionate, trauma-informed counseling for children, teens, adults, and families.
Through individualized care and evidence-based treatment, we help individuals navigate difficult experiences and build stronger, healthier futures.
Our Mission
Healing goes beyond the Individual.
Trauma affects more than just the person experiencing it. It can impact relationships, families, and the way we connect with the world around us.
At Dawn Institute, we believe meaningful healing happens when the whole family is supported. We work to help children heal, equip parents, and nurture stronger, more resilient families.
How We Help
Care for Every Stage of Life
Trauma can happen at any age, and every individual deserves care that meets their unique needs. We offer a range of services designed to support healing, strengthen relationships, and help families move forward.
Children's Counseling
Parenting Support
Adult Counseling
Groups & Trainings
Our Approach
Healing through connection, understanding, and care.
We believe every individual deserves an approach to therapy that recognizes their unique experiences, strengths, and needs.
Our therapists use evidence-based treatment methods and specialized approaches, including play therapy, EMDR, and sand tray therapy, to create opportunities for meaningful healing and growth.
Whether through play, conversation, or creative expression, we strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can feel understood and begin to move forward.
Our Team
Our team is passionate about mental health and the people we serve. Through continued education, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, our therapists strive to provide thoughtful, effective care for every individual and family.
We believe that finding the right connection is an important part of the healing journey.
"Therapy that is relevant, genuine,
and values the whole person."
- Dawn Client
Find the therapist that is right for you and your family.
Every healing journey begins somewhere. Whether you're looking for support for your child, yourself, or your family, we're here to help you take the next step.
Contact us today for a free 30-minute meet-and-greet.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We believe it’s important that you feel a connection with your therapist. Contact our office for a free 30-minute meet and greet to ask questions and make sure the therapist is a good fit for you and your family. Next, we schedule an intake and, if you are using insurance, we can help walk you through the process for payment.
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Dawn Institute currently accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Optum (formerly United Healthcare). Other insurances may reimburse clients for Dawn’s therapy services. We encourage clients to reach out to their insurance carrier to understand benefits. Dawn also has grant funding available for children under 18 who have been sexually abused.
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While we do involve parents and caregivers in their children’s treatment, this depends on the child’s age. The younger the child, the more involved a parent will be. The older the child, the more they take ownership of their treatment meaning less involvement of the parent.
How can we help your family heal?
The Dawn Institute is currently accepting new patients.