Monica DuShane, LCSW, LISW - Therapist in Ohio

About Monica

Monica DuShane is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, and big life changes. She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice in Ohio. Monica speaks English and structures sessions to match each person’s needs and goals.

Her style is practical and compassionate. She listens first, then helps create clear steps to address problems like sleep troubles, relationship strain, parenting questions, and career uncertainty.

Background and approach

Conversations focus on skills people can try between sessions and on understanding patterns that get in the way. Monica draws from several well-established approaches. She uses client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the person.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for managing intense emotions. Her practice includes attention to family and parenting topics as part of a broader focus on relationships and life stage stresses. She also works with concerns such as chronic illness, caregiver strain, grief, and issues related to aging.

Sessions are offered through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Monica guides people through a straightforward plan tailored to their situation, with an emphasis on doable tools and steady progress.

Approaches that translate well to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person, helping them name priorities and set goals. This approach is useful for people who need a supportive space to think through parenting, relationship, or life transition concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical strategies to change them. It often helps with anxiety, sleep problems, mood, and coping with stress through clear exercises and homework.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, provides skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication. It can be helpful when feelings feel overwhelming or when someone needs tools for handling conflict and intense stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then adapt techniques over time in collaboration with the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so care can fit into busy schedules. These formats let people connect from home, check in between sessions, and practice new skills in daily life while keeping appointments consistent and convenient.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be brought to sessions?

This practice addresses a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, relationship and family problems, career challenges, trauma and abuse, chronic health concerns, and caregiver stress.

How would therapy feel day to day?

Monica combines listening with practical tools. Sessions often review current struggles, identify small steps, and practice skills to use between meetings.

What is her clinical background?

She has nine years of experience working with adults on emotional and life transition issues, using a mix of evidence-based methods and relational work.

Where is the therapist licensed to practice?

Monica holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices from Ohio; license details include IL LCSW 149022500 and OH LISW I.1600267-SUPV.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can sessions be done online or by phone?

Yes. Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments based on the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Career difficulties

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 9 years
Licensed: Illinois, Ohio
Languages: English

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