- Client-centered approach
- Goal oriented
- Evidence-informed tools
About Lakesha
Lakesha Stidum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with eight years of experience offering individual therapy. She brings a straightforward style and focuses on practical steps people can take to feel better. Clients can expect honest conversation and goal-focused sessions that center their needs.
She often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Lakesha also draws on Motivational Interviewing to support people who want to make changes but feel stuck. These approaches are paired with a client-centered attitude that keeps the person's priorities first.
Her background includes a Bachelor’s degree from Arkansas State University and a Master’s degree from the University of Arkansas Little Rock. Lakesha has worked primarily with people managing depression and anxiety over the years. She holds LCSW credentials and is licensed to practice in Texas, California, and Arkansas.
In sessions she focuses on clear goals, simple tools, and steady progress. Conversations often cover coping strategies, planning next steps, and checking how new skills are working in daily life. She also addresses issues related to adoption and foster care when they are part of a person's story.
Lakesha keeps language plain and practical so busy parents and professionals can follow along. To begin, she asks a few questions about goals and history so the first plan fits what each person needs.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person needs in the moment. The therapist follows the person's lead, asks clarifying questions, and supports self-directed goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and try different actions to change how they feel and behave. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is treated as a shared project. The therapist will talk with the client about what feels useful and adapt methods to match goals and preferences. Sessions often begin with small steps and adjust as progress or new concerns appear.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make attending sessions easier to fit into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice new skills in real-world routines and bring concrete examples from daily life into sessions. Licensed professionals work collaboratively to tailor session length and focus so therapy fits each person's schedule and goals.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Arkansas, Texas, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can be addressed in sessions?
Therapy can help with depression, anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Lakesha also works with issues like anger, addictions, self-esteem, and grief.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses straightforward, goal-focused sessions and keeps language plain. Sessions emphasize practical tools and regular check-ins on progress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has been providing individual therapy since 2014, which totals about eight years of clinical experience.
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and practices in Texas. She also holds licensure in California and Arkansas.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.