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Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
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Dr. Darrian Dawson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS (he, him)

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205 Holiday Boulevard, 125, Covington, LA 70433
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Available both in-person and online
205 Holiday Boulevard 125 Covington, LA 70433
Let's Connect (504) 226-6896
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You’ve learned how to hold it all together. You show up. You perform. You carry responsibility, meet expectations, and keep moving—because that’s what you’ve always done. On the outside, you’re dependable, capable, and strong. But internally, there’s a different experience—one that feels like constant pressure, quiet exhaustion, and a mind and body that rarely get to rest. You may notice it in subtle ways. Difficulty slowing down. Feeling on edge even when nothing is wrong. Carrying tension in your body without realizing it. Pushing through stress until it turns into burnout.
These patterns didn’t come from nowhere. They were shaped through experience—through responsibility, stress, and moments where you had to be strong, even when you were overwhelmed. That strength served a purpose. And now, it deserves space to be understood, not just maintained.
In our work together, we slow things down in a way that feels safe and intentional. We won’t just talk about what’s happening—we’ll begin to understand how it lives in your body and nervous system. Through a trauma-informed and somatic approach, we’ll identify the patterns that keep you stuck in cycles of stress.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Darrian Dawson now - (504) 226-6896

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Tru Therapeutic Services

205 Holiday Boulevard

125

Covington, LA 70433 map

(504) 226-6896
My website
I specialize in Behavioral Issues, Personality Disorders and Trauma and PTSD 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I am committed to empowering individuals by providing comprehensive mental health services.
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Let's Connect (504) 226-6896
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Tru Therapeutic Services

205 Holiday Boulevard

125

Covington, LA 70433 map

(504) 226-6896
My website
I specialize in Behavioral Issues, Personality Disorders and Trauma and PTSD 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I am committed to empowering individuals by providing comprehensive mental health services.
Dr. Darrian Dawson

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am in-network with Blue Cross and Cigna. For clients with out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill to support reimbursement. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out—we're committed to working with you to make therapy as affordable as possible.
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896
"
I am in-network with Blue Cross and Cigna. For clients with out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill to support reimbursement. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out—we're committed to working with you to make therapy as affordable as possible.
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Louisiana / 11235 Darrian Dawson
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Texas 64012 / 2022
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I have over 13 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis. I'm licensed in both TX and LA
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896
"
I have over 13 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis. I'm licensed in both TX and LA
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Personality Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
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I'm a licensed therapist with training in trauma, mindfulness, and body-centered work. I meet you where you are and provide practical, compassionate support for addiction, relationship challenges, and breaking old patterns
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896
"
I'm a licensed therapist with training in trauma, mindfulness, and body-centered work. I meet you where you are and provide practical, compassionate support for addiction, relationship challenges, and breaking old patterns
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896

2 Endorsements

Chakakhan Jarreau-Griffin
Chakakhan Jarreau-Griffin
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWBACS
An exceptionally skilled LCSW, Darrian demonstrates strong clinical insight, sound judgment, and a grounded, compassionate approach. He build trust quickly, apply evidence-based care effectively, and support clients in achieving meaningful, lasting change
Dr. Karlissa Wise
Dr. Karlissa Wise
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW-C
I highly recommend Dr. Dawson. He is highly knowledgeable and skilled in his profession and in the mental health field. You won't be disappointed.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Mixed Race

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Mixed Race

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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I use a blend of approaches to support your healing and growth. EMDR helps gently process and release trauma, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) supports creating a meaningful life even when things feel hard, and IFS (Internal Family Systems) helps you get to know and harmonize the different places
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896
"
I use a blend of approaches to support your healing and growth. EMDR helps gently process and release trauma, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) supports creating a meaningful life even when things feel hard, and IFS (Internal Family Systems) helps you get to know and harmonize the different places
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
or call with questions - (504) 226-6896

Location

Primary Location

Tru Therapeutic Services

205 Holiday Boulevard

125

Covington, LA 70433

(504) 226-6896
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Take the first step to help. Call now - (504) 226-6896
Photo of Dr. Darrian Dawson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Dr. Darrian Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BACS
Take the first step to help. Call now - (504) 226-6896