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Circumstantially, there are numerous reasons as to why individuals reach out to professionals such as myself. Similarly, this is my primary reason for choosing to educate and establish my credential as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, so that when an individual seeks support I can provide emotional support and effective guidance.
My areas of expertise include:
• Depression
• Stress and Anxiety
• ADD/ADHD
• Relationship Issues
• Family Conflict
• Trauma and Abuse
• Coping with Grief and Loss
• Multigenerational and Racial Trauma
In addition, my therapeutic approach for practice is a blend of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused questioning, which provides psychoeducation on how individuals’ thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns that may affect self-reflecting and relationships with others. Another key element of my practice is to highlight how trauma can affect individuals’ viewpoints towards future goals.
Without a doubt, I will patiently listen and walk humbly alongside you as we explore the best tactics for your life future.
Equally important, it is imperative to understand that it is normal to feel afraid, uncertain, or lonely when life is not going according to your plans. On a positive note, the services that I offer will tailor expectations for us working together to come up with an effective plan that is personalized to your actual needs.
Professional experience
5yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Career difficulties, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for LaVonne Ricks. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Working with LaVonne this past month has been eye-opening. She taught me about the definition and importance of setting boundaries, and that it’s OK to leave a situation when my boundaries are repeatedly violated. Many thanks for the encouragement and recommendations. Good luck!
Written on Jul 13, 2022 after therapy with LaVonne for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Working with LaVonne Ricks for the past year has been extremely beneficial. I started therapy depressed, anxious, and in the middle of a cPTSD flare-up. She helped me learn to trust myself again by providing tools, guidance and support. I am so grateful that I found her through BetterHelp.
Written on Jun 18, 2022 after therapy with LaVonne for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Lucked out by finding Ms. LaVonne on betterhelp right away. She understands me culturally, so I don’t have to explain where I am coming from on that front. I am challenged to think about the way I act in the world, and change my behavior in order to get the results I want. I look forward to each session.
Written on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with LaVonne for 11 months on issues concerning depression, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
LaVonne is awesome at what she does! She asked thought-provoking questions that made me challenge myself and my way of thinking, and provided me with many tools to keep my anxiety at bay. I would definitely work with her again and recommend her to anyone looking to improve anxiety and build confidence.
Written on Jan 27, 2022 after therapy with LaVonne for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
LaVonne has helped me gain perspective and move forward on my journey to heal from my past. Thank you.
Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
LaVonne has helped me through an extremely difficult time with no judgement and helpful tools to help me work on my situation. I was very hesitant to do therapy. Thanks to her I’m glad I did. She has been very helpful. I would recommend her services to anyone.
Written on Dec 05, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
LaVonne is an excellent counselor she help me through a lot of stress, anxiety, depression, work, and marriage issues that I have been dealing with for years. Faith based counseling is exactly what I was looking for and needed because I wanted all my changes to be according to God’s plan and not mine. LaVonne helped me do that.
Written on Dec 04, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
LaVonne has helped me become a better man, husband, son and overall human being. Her questions are fair and challenging which allow you to be your true self. She is open, honest and accommodating. I would recommend her 10x's over for your needs. LaVonne guided me through many tasks and as a result, elevated my mental health to where it needs to be to succeed. Everyone goes through rough patches and with her professionalism, I was able to become at peace with myself. Thank you!!
Written on Oct 17, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
She’s helpful, funny, and extremely kind. Keeps it real with you when necessary.
Written on Aug 03, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
LaVonne is absolutely amazing! I feel like she is someone that understands me most in life! Judgment free zone and really wants to get to the root of what I need help with! I respect her and look forward to all of the talks we have!
Written on Jul 03, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
LaVonne is a skilled and compassionate therapist. I felt safe telling her my personal truths and also confident she would challenge me in positive ways.
Written on Jun 24, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 weeks
Counseling sessions with LaVonne have been very productive in just 3 weeks. The information she provides and weekly tasks have been very helpful to me on my journey of healing.
Written on May 21, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
LaVonne has been life charging, she truly is gifted at providing the help that I need and tools to succeed with the various stages of life. She is great and would recommend her to anyone!
Written on May 16, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Lavonne is a great listener. She has great insight into the world of self-love and acceptance, and she is able to quickly assess situations and problem solve for positive outcomes.
Written on Apr 21, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
LeVernne is strait to the point, direct with her so each, productive with her time, knows how to guid my sessions by listening intently, I can see where we are going moving forward, she asks me where I would like to focus which is great I don’t like being bossed around, she is not overly empathetic, she acknowledges my pain and my strengths, I feel clear after talking to her.
Written on Feb 07, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
LaVonne Ricks is amazing! She was immediately responsive to my needs and had a plan to help me heal by the end of our first session. I end my sessions feeling more and more supported and hopeful for the future. Would definitely recommend.
Written on Jan 29, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
LaVonne understands the basis of my emotional needs and responds to them accordingly. Her wisdom and insight have been more effective than other counselors I have met with.
Written on Jan 20, 2021 after therapy with LaVonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
She’s awesome!!!!!
Written on Dec 25, 2020 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I really like that she takes the time to understand the why behind issues so that we can work on them better together. It may take a bit longer- but I think it is more effective and has a stronger sense of direction.
Written on Sep 15, 2020 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
LaVonne has been very helpful to me. Gives clear information & relatable references.
Written on Aug 22, 2020 after therapy with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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