Therapist profile
Luca Hawkins, LCPC
Maryland
LCPC in Maryland - Anger and Mood concerns
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- CredentialsLCPC
- LicenseLCPC, Maryland / LC11426
- NPI1386179273
- Experience8 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMaryland
About
- Client-centered focus
- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
About Luca
Luca Hawkins is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Maryland with eight years of experience. He works with adults on concerns like anger, stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship strain, and issues related to sexual orientation and identity. He also addresses grief, parenting stress, career pressures, and mood challenges.
Luca focuses on straightforward, practical conversations. He helps people name what’s happening, spot patterns that fuel reactions, and try small changes that make daily life easier. Sessions are collaborative and paced to the person’s needs.
He draws on client-centered therapy to listen closely and follow what matters most to the person in front of him. Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. Dialectical behavior therapy supplies concrete skills for emotion regulation and managing intense moments.
Luca often works with people who feel isolated, struggle with attachment or abandonment, or carry shame and guilt. He also supports those facing body image concerns, compulsions or obsessions, panic attacks, and the practical strain of life transitions.
He aims to help people reduce reactive habits - like snapping at loved ones or holding on to resentments - by building clearer communication and steady coping skills. If someone wants to try talking things through, Luca asks them to pick a session and bring one small situation to start working on.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy means the therapist follows the person's priorities and reflects what comes up in session. It helps when someone wants a steady, listening approach to understand feelings and clarify goals.Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of responding. It is practical for anger tied to automatic thinking, work stress, and relationship patterns.
Dialectical behavior therapy teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving communication. Those skills can reduce reactive responses and lower the frequency of explosive moments.
Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. Luca will collaborate with the client to decide which methods to emphasize based on their goals, current struggles, and everyday life. That collaborative planning can change over time as needs shift.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. For some people, a phone check-in is simpler; for others, a longer video session works better. The focus is on fitting sessions into daily life so skills practiced in session can be used right away.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with adults dealing with anger tied to stress, relationships, workplace frustration, and resentment that builds over time.
What is his general approach to therapy?
He uses client-centered conversations alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and DBT skills to change unhelpful thoughts and build emotion regulation.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience working with mood disorders, anxiety, identity issues, and related concerns.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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