Carol Daws BSc (Hons), MPsych (Clinical) is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and the Chief Executive Officer of Cyrenian House, one of Western Australia’s leading non-government alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment services. With a career spanning more than three decades in the AOD sector, Carol has dedicated her professional life to supporting individuals, families, and communities affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health issues.
Since joining Cyrenian House in 1988, Carol has worked across a range of roles—from clinical service delivery to senior management—cementing her reputation as a respected leader and advocate for evidence-based, person-centred care. Under her leadership, Cyrenian House has expanded to provide residential and non-residential treatment programs across multiple sites statewide.
Carol’s contributions to the sector extend beyond her organizational leadership. She sits on several key boards, including the Western Australian Network of Alcohol and Other Drug Agencies (WANADA), the Australasian Therapeutic Communities Association (ATCA) — where she serves as Vice President—the Community Employers WA (CEWA), and the National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) Advisory Board.
Her commitment to excellence and social impact has been recognised through numerous achievements, including being inducted into the Western Australian AOD Excellence Awards Honour Roll and her membership in the Golden Key International Honour Society for academic achievement.