Luca is attentive, intuitive and nonjudgmental. Talking with him is like talking to a close friend.
Luca Hawkins, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Luca is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Luca. View 13 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
very understanding and easy to talk to
More about Luca
- 5 years' experience
- Male
- LCPC
Luca is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health community. He has completed his Master's degree focused in Mental Health Counseling/Counselor from Walden University, specializing in working with adolescents and young adults who have depression, ADHD, anxiety, with an emphasis on gender-diverse youth. with a passion for the LGBTQ population. He has completed training in several interventions including: rational emotive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, exposure therapy, and extensive training in gender affirming care, LGBTQ youth, self-mutilation, suicide assessment and treatment of symptoms with safety planning. He is an LGBTQ gender affirming therapist. He has life and professional experience working with this population. He will make therapy fun while working through serious stuff together. He also have extensive training in adult issues. He prefers video or phone sessions. He is not good at chat only sessions.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Self esteem
Depression
ADHD
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Abandonment
Body image
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Emptiness
Family problems
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Luca Hawkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386179273.
- LCPC · Maryland · LC11426 · Expires January 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Luca Hawkins
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Luca is attentive, intuitive and nonjudgmental. Talking with him is like talking to a close friend.
very understanding and easy to talk to
Approachable. Trustworthy. Knowledgeable. Empathizing. Understanding. Practical.
Luca Hawkins is a great therapist. Luca Hawkins is affirmative and understands the feelings wheel.
You can tell that Luca really cares for his clients and he always listens. I am very thankful to have him as my therapist.
He made me feel like I was talking to someone I’ve known a longtime. Really down to earth dude
Luca is an amazing therapist! He made me feel comfortable and safe when talking things through. My sessions with Luca helped me see some things more clearly and from a different perspective. I have gained a bit more confidence and am starting to learn what I need from therapy as I grow and change.
I absolutely love this therapist, first one I've felt connected with and heard from. I really appreciate having had Mr Hawkins as a therapist.
Luca is easy to talk to and no matter my mood when our session starts, by the end I am laughing.
Luca is an amazing listener and is able to help me be accepting of my feelings and help me set goals.
She’s easy to talk to. Very understanding and has a comforting soul.
Luca is supportive, and listens well. Luca gives me the space to come up with my own ideas and goals and then gives the proper support and guidance.
Luca demonstrates a warm professional outlook. I enjoy speaking with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Luca Hawkins offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Luca Hawkins works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Luca Hawkins speak?
Luca Hawkins speaks English.
How many years of experience does Luca Hawkins have?
Luca Hawkins has 5 years of experience.
Where is Luca Hawkins licensed to practice?
Luca Hawkins is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Luca Hawkins accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Luca Hawkins does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Luca Hawkins offer?
Luca Hawkins offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How can I communicate with Luca Hawkins?
Luca Hawkins can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Luca Hawkins?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.