Lucian M McMillan-Cardona, LCSW
Delaware LCSW focused on strengths and solutions
- 7 years experience
- Strengths-based methods
- Accepts international clients
About Lucian M McMillan-Cardona
Lucian M McMillan-Cardona is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Delaware who brings seven years of professional experience to her therapeutic practice. She combines practical problem-solving with deep empathy to help people make connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and move toward meaningful change.
With experience across diverse settings and populations, Lucian emphasizes a strengths-based, goal-oriented approach that goes beyond listening to include active intervention. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices to help clients identify patterns, develop coping skills, and work toward clear, achievable goals.
Lucian prioritizes building a solid therapeutic alliance grounded in honesty and respect for each person s dignity and worth. She views therapy as a collaborative healing process in which clients are the experts in their own stories and she serves as a creative, solution-focused partner.
Committed to integrity and practical outcomes, Lucian blends directive strategies with compassionate understanding to address issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, family and parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and caregiver fatigue. Her work is centered on identifying strengths, answering deep-rooted questions, and helping people find actionable solutions.
With experience across diverse settings and populations, Lucian emphasizes a strengths-based, goal-oriented approach that goes beyond listening to include active intervention. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices to help clients identify patterns, develop coping skills, and work toward clear, achievable goals.
Lucian prioritizes building a solid therapeutic alliance grounded in honesty and respect for each person s dignity and worth. She views therapy as a collaborative healing process in which clients are the experts in their own stories and she serves as a creative, solution-focused partner.
Committed to integrity and practical outcomes, Lucian blends directive strategies with compassionate understanding to address issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, family and parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and caregiver fatigue. Her work is centered on identifying strengths, answering deep-rooted questions, and helping people find actionable solutions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lucian M McMillan-Cardona have?
Lucian M McMillan-Cardona has 7 years of professional experience.
Is Lucian M McMillan-Cardona a licensed therapist?
Yes. Lucian M McMillan-Cardona holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are DE LCSW Q1-0011982.
In which languages does Lucian M McMillan-Cardona provide therapy?
Lucian M McMillan-Cardona provides therapy in English.
Where is Lucian M McMillan-Cardona located?
Lucian M McMillan-Cardona is located in Delaware.
How can I work with Lucian M McMillan-Cardona as my therapist?
You can work with Lucian M McMillan-Cardona through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lucian M McMillan-Cardona work with international clients?
Yes, Lucian M McMillan-Cardona works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lucian M McMillan-Cardona cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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.
Approach-Focused Online Therapy with Practical Tools
Lucian M McMillan-Cardona uses evidence-informed methods tailored to each person s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; it is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client s perspective and builds a supportive, nonjudgmental space where people can explore their values, strengths, and goals at their own pace. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines mindfulness with goal-oriented action, helping individuals clarify what matters to them and take committed steps toward a meaningful life while learning to live with difficult thoughts or feelings.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lucian M McMillan-Cardona works collaboratively with clients to determine which strategies fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting methods over time as needs evolve. Licensed professionals aim to find the best match rather than applying a single technique to every situation.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. These formats support regular, consistent work on goals and allow therapists to use many of the same tools and exercises they would in person, while increasing access for clients who live in different places or have limited mobility.
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