Dawn Livingston
Collaborative therapy for resilience and growth
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About
Dawn Livingston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who supports individuals as they navigate life challenges, strengthen coping skills, and pursue meaningful personal growth. She offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore concerns, build insight, and work toward lasting change at a pace that feels manageable.
Her professional background includes therapy, crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy, experiences that have shaped a steady, practical approach to helping people through difficult circumstances. Dawn focuses on identifying strengths, building resilience, and developing tools that clients can use in everyday life, especially when stress, emotions, or relationships feel hard to manage.
Dawn views therapy as a collaborative process and works to meet clients where they are. Together, they may focus on managing anxiety and stress, depression and mood concerns, trauma and recovery, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, emotional regulation, family dynamics, and coping skills development. Her work is tailored to each person and can draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, person-centered therapy, strengths-based methods, and solution-focused therapy.
She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Campbellsville University and a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Austin Peay State University, along with credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Social Worker (CSW). Dawn believes healing and growth are supported when people feel heard, encouraged, and empowered, and she is committed to helping clients move toward their goals with compassion and understanding.
Her professional background includes therapy, crisis intervention, case management, and advocacy, experiences that have shaped a steady, practical approach to helping people through difficult circumstances. Dawn focuses on identifying strengths, building resilience, and developing tools that clients can use in everyday life, especially when stress, emotions, or relationships feel hard to manage.
Dawn views therapy as a collaborative process and works to meet clients where they are. Together, they may focus on managing anxiety and stress, depression and mood concerns, trauma and recovery, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, emotional regulation, family dynamics, and coping skills development. Her work is tailored to each person and can draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, person-centered therapy, strengths-based methods, and solution-focused therapy.
She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Campbellsville University and a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Austin Peay State University, along with credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Social Worker (CSW). Dawn believes healing and growth are supported when people feel heard, encouraged, and empowered, and she is committed to helping clients move toward their goals with compassion and understanding.
- Location:
- Kentucky, United States
- Years Experience:
- 4
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Forgiveness, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Sexuality
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: KY LCSW LCSW00001586
- NPI Number: 1275224248
- License: LCSW (Kentucky)
Evidence-Based Support, Designed for Online Care
Dawn Livingston uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and tailors sessions to the person in front of her, with an emphasis on practical tools and steady support.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new ways of responding. It can be especially useful when anxiety, stress, depression, or self-esteem concerns are getting in the way of daily life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, which can help when feelings become intense or hard to manage. Attachment-based therapy explores how early and current relationships shape patterns of closeness, trust, and boundaries, which can be helpful for relationship challenges, life transitions, and healing after difficult experiences.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dawn works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and adjust the pace and focus over time, so therapy feels relevant and workable.
Online therapy also makes it easier to fit support into real life. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, changing energy levels, or times when meeting in person feels like too much.
How much experience does Dawn Livingston have?
Dawn Livingston has 4 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Dawn Livingston a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dawn Livingston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and is licensed in Kentucky as KY LCSW LCSW00001586.
In which languages does Dawn Livingston provide therapy?
Dawn Livingston provides therapy in English.
Where is Dawn Livingston located?
Dawn Livingston is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Dawn Livingston as my therapist?
You can work with Dawn Livingston through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.
Does Dawn Livingston work with international clients?
No. Dawn Livingston does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn Livingston cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.