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Lakishia Bussell

Therapist · North Carolina

Lakishia Bussell

LCSW

Growth-focused, collaborative therapy

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  • Person-centered care
  • Practical skills
  • Respectful support

About Lakishia

Lakishia Bussell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, and major life changes. She works with those facing depression, grief, addiction, and career concerns. Her approach is straightforward and respectful, aimed at helping people find practical ways forward.

She uses a person-centered style that starts by listening to each person's story. Sessions focus on what matters most to the client and on small steps that can make life easier. Lakishia keeps conversations collaborative and non-judgmental so people feel heard while exploring options.

Her background includes work in mental health settings and three years listed as clinical experience in the current context. Lakishia draws on methods like cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to help people cope with strong emotions and change unhelpful thinking patterns.

Emotionally-focused ideas guide work on relationships and connection, while motivational interviewing can support people making changes around habits or substance use. She aims to help clients build skills they can use outside sessions, such as stress management and problem-solving strategies.

Lakishia emphasizes respect and compassion in every session. She encourages clients to set goals and choose the pace of work. The focus is on practical progress and giving people tools to handle day-to-day challenges.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

North Carolina

Languages

English

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and feelings. The therapist listens closely and follows what matters to the client, helping them set goals and make choices. This approach can help with stress, life changes, and feeling more confident in decisions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It uses practical exercises and small experiments to change unhelpful thinking and build coping skills. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, and managing strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each client about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and will adjust methods as needed. That collaboration makes it easier to try new ways of coping and to track what helps over time.

Specific session formats were not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy day, let someone check in during a lunch break, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter session when needed. Licensed professionals can use mindful techniques, CBT exercises, and emotionally-focused conversations through remote sessions to support practical change without requiring large schedule shifts.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, trauma and emotional abuse, relationship and parenting challenges, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar, and related issues.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is encouraging and interactive, using a person-centered and solution-focused approach that aims to empower people rather than instruct them.

What is her professional background?

She has experience in mental health settings and the profile lists three years of experience in the current clinical context.

What credentials and region are listed?

She holds an LCSW credential and is listed as NC LCSW practicing in North Carolina.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and the profile indicates that international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options with the provider before booking.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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