Dawn Lucous, LCSW, LICSW, is a licensed therapist in Ohio with 20 years of experience helping people move through life’s emotional and practical challenges. Her work often focuses on concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life changes, with additional support for self-esteem, communication struggles, isolation, and personal growth. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), she brings specialized training to support clients in building insight, coping skills, and steadier emotional footing during difficult seasons.
Her style is grounded in empathy and shaped around each person’s unique goals and lived experience. Dawn has extensive experience supporting women, young adults, and older adults as they face workplace pressure, family conflict, shifting roles, chronic health conditions, and other complex stressors. Whether someone is navigating relationship dynamics, searching for purpose, or trying to regain a sense of balance, she offers a steady, thoughtful space to explore what is happening and what may help.
Dawn is committed to helping clients strengthen resilience and self-compassion while developing meaningful strategies for change. She aims to walk alongside each client with professional guidance and genuine support as they work toward greater clarity, emotional well-being, and a more grounded path forward.
License: LISW (Ohio), LICSW (Minnesota), LCSW (New York), LCSW (Utah)
Practical, Skills-Based Online Support With Room for Compassion
Dawn Lucous, LCSW, LICSW, draws from approaches that help clients understand what they are experiencing while building tools for daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and practicing new ways of responding, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and confidence concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making space for difficult emotions while taking steps toward what matters most, supporting clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or in the middle of major life transitions. Mindfulness Therapy helps strengthen present-moment awareness, which can be helpful for managing stress reactions, emotional intensity, and persistent worry.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dawn works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that feel realistic and supportive. Sessions can evolve over time as needs change, especially during periods of grief, caregiving stress, family challenges, or shifting roles.
Online therapy can make consistent support easier to access. Dawn offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving clients options for how they connect. This flexibility can help therapy fit around work, family responsibilities, health limitations, or unpredictable schedules.
How much experience does Dawn Lucous have?
Dawn Lucous has 20 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions.
Is Dawn Lucous a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dawn Lucous is licensed and holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW. Her license information includes NY LCSW 098021 and MN LICSW 33206.
In which languages does Dawn Lucous provide therapy?
Dawn Lucous provides therapy in English.
Where is Dawn Lucous located?
Dawn Lucous is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Dawn Lucous as my therapist?
You can work with Dawn Lucous through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Dawn Lucous work with international clients?
No. Dawn Lucous does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn Lucous cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 to help 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.