- CBT skills
- Mindfulness work
- Values based ACT
About Dawn
Dawn Lucous is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices with adults in Ohio. Dawn works with common problems such as depression, anxiety, stress, grief, career strain, and anger.
Dawn focuses on straightforward conversations about what is happening now and what the client wants to change. She uses practical skills and strategies from several evidence-based approaches to help clients manage strong feelings, improve communication, and handle life transitions.
Sessions often involve identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. She draws on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to challenge patterns that keep people stuck, and from mindfulness to ground attention in the present moment. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas are used to clarify personal values and guide choices.
Dawn also works with issues tied to health and caregiving, including chronic illness, cancer, aging and end-of-life concerns. She helps people facing major life shifts, grief, and the stress that comes from caregiving roles.
Her style is direct and practical. Clients can expect clear goals, steps to practice between sessions, and regular check-ins about progress. The focus is on manageable changes that reduce reactivity and improve day-to-day functioning.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people get clearer about what matters to them and take steps in that direction despite uncomfortable feelings. It is useful for frustration, low motivation, and ongoing conflict about choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete tools to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, anger, and mood problems. Mindfulness Therapy focuses on building steady attention and noticing triggers without immediately reacting; it can reduce reactivity and improve emotional awareness.Finding the best approach is usually a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That means sessions can shift between skills practice, values work, and noticing habits according to the person's needs.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make fitting therapy into a busy week easier because sessions can be scheduled around other responsibilities. It also lets people use shorter check-ins or work without being on camera when that makes sense. The focus is on practical tools that can be used between meetings to manage anger, stress, and daily pressures.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Minnesota, New York, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and life transitions.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses practical, skills-based work with clear goals and steps to practice between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and life issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and is based in Ohio.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What is the cost structure?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.