Dawn Lucous

Dawn Lucous

LCSW clinician using ACT, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness

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About

Dawn Lucous, LCSW, LICSW, is a licensed therapist practicing from Ohio with two decades of clinical experience. She maintains licenses in New York, Minnesota, and Utah and works with people facing a range of life challenges, including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflicts, and major transitions. Her areas of focus also include chronic health concerns, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and concerns around self esteem and body image.

Dawn blends several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and client-centered methods. She attends to interpersonal patterns, communication difficulties, and the practical impacts of health and life events. Dawn aims to support clients in clarifying values, building practical skills, and finding pathways forward that make sense for their lives, whether they are addressing career or financial stressors, coping with loss, or seeking renewed purpose.
Location:
Ohio, United States
Years Experience:
20
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LCSW 098021, MN LICSW 33206
  • NPI Number: 1710578232
  • License: LISW (Ohio), LICSW (Minnesota), LCSW (New York), LCSW (Utah)

Remote care using skills-based and values-focused methods



Dawn offers online sessions that draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify what matters to them and to develop concrete skills for managing difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT is described in accessible terms to explore values and motivation, while CBT is used to map thought patterns and practice behavioral changes that reduce distress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness techniques are integrated when emotion regulation and present-moment awareness are priorities. DBT-informed strategies can help structure conversations about boundaries, emotional balance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness practices support moment-to-moment coping. Motivational interviewing techniques are available to support readiness for change and to clarify personal goals.

Sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Dawn works collaboratively with each person to choose approaches and communication methods that fit their preferences and the goals they bring to therapy.

What is Dawn Lucous's professional experience?

Dawn has twenty years of experience as a licensed therapist and has worked with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family problems, and life transitions.

What credentials and licenses does she hold?

She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW. License details include NY LCSW 098021 and MN LICSW 33206.

Which languages does she speak?

The profile indicates she provides services in English.

Where is she based?

Dawn is located in Ohio.

How can clients work with her remotely?

Remote communication options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does she accept international clients?

This profile states that she does not accept international clients.

What does it cost to work with Dawn?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How does someone get started?

To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be connected.