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Dawn Lucous, LCSW, LICSW
Ohio
LCSW LICSW - Stress and life changes
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Practical coping skills
About Dawn
Dawn Lucous is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Ohio with 20 years of experience. She focuses on common concerns such as depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and major life changes. Her work also covers issues like self-esteem, anger, career questions, and family-related problems.
Clients meet someone who uses straightforward, skills-based methods. Dawn relies on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. She combines those methods with client-centered listening to shape sessions around practical steps a person can try between meetings.
Sessions often include clear problem identification, practice of coping skills, and short homework tasks to test new ways of responding to stress. She addresses long-term illness, caregiver strain, end-of-life and hospice concerns, and issues like body image, fertility stress, and chronic pain in the same step-by-step way. The focus is on actionable tools rather than only talking about feelings.
Dawn has experience supporting adults across the lifespan, including older adults and younger adults, through workplace stress, transitions, and relationship strains. She brings two decades of clinical work to each case and uses that background to suggest practical next steps.
To start, she asks about the immediate problem, what has been tried, and what small changes fit a person’s life. From there she helps set simple, measurable goals and tracks progress over time.
How her approaches work in online sessions
CBT focuses on spotting specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and then testing small behavior changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life shifts. ACT emphasizes values and committed action, helping people accept difficult feelings while taking concrete steps toward what matters. It can help with grief, chronic illness, and ongoing stress. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and clarifying what the person wants to work on, making space for the client to set goals and pace.Dawn treats finding the right approach as a shared process. She discusses options, watches how a person responds to a method, and adjusts techniques based on goals and preferences. The plan is collaborative and may blend elements from CBT, ACT, and client-centered work to fit specific problems.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to practice skills between sessions in everyday settings. Ask about available session formats when scheduling so logistical fit can be matched to therapeutic goals.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Minnesota, New York, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and end-of-life concerns.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. Sessions often include simple exercises and short practice tasks to try between meetings.
What experience does she bring to the work?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with adults facing workplace stress, family problems, chronic health issues, and major transitions. That background informs practical techniques offered in session.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Ohio. The credentials are listed as LCSW and LICSW.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the plan chosen.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling steps.
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