I have been working in the mental health field for over 30 years. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Working since 2012 in North Carolina. I have worked with clients with wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, behavioral management, relationship issues, parenting, and crisis management. I specialize in trauma and emotional abuse.
My therapy style is encouraging and interactive. I treat everyone with respect and compassion. I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, person-centered approach, and solution-focused. Therapy is a collaboration; therefore, my job is not to instruct or advise, but to empower you to create the change you wish to see.
I am excited and look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
NC LCSW C007645
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I would not be were I am today if it wasn't for her!
Written on Dec 09, 2024 after therapy with Lakishia for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Lakishia is absolutely wonderful. I’ve been going to therapy for years with other therapists and in our first session she narrowed in exactly on the underlying issues and because of that I’ve made greater strides with her in a year than I’ve made with over therapists over years. She’s kind and listens well and always has something helpful to say. She also will push me to be better and doesn’t let me stagnate.
Written on Aug 23, 2024 after therapy with Lakishia for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love that she listens and has suggestions. She is available when i need her and she creates a safe space where I can speak to her about anything and not feel uncomfortable.
Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Lakishia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
Absolutely LOVE meeting with Lakishia she’s absolutely done wonders for my mental state!!
Written on Feb 29, 2024 after therapy with Lakishia for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and adhd
Lakishia is the absolute best. I have never spoken with any therapist for more than five sessions, but we've spoken once a week for a year and a half. The progress I've made has been incredible when I look back at where I was when I started. She's always on my mind, and I can't wait to catch up with her each week. It's nice to know someone has your back, takes the time to get to know you, and never judges you. Highly recommend!
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Lakishia for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, anger management, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, grief, addictions, compassion fatigue, and coaching
Lakishia helped me understand my main problems in life. Explained to me the difference between disabilities and illnesses in mental health. She always has a great attitude into trying to help and get to know you but also with anything that you tell her, she will hype you up with every accomplishment you make. It is always encouraging having her and doing more sessions with her. She's great at what she does and will always work in trying to help you out even if she might not be able to.
Written on Aug 30, 2023 after therapy with Lakishia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd