- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Lakishia
Lakishia Bussell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina with three years of experience listed for this profile. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem issues, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related life changes.
She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) alongside client-centered and solution-focused ideas. Sessions are interactive and aim to help people name feelings and change unhelpful patterns. Conversations focus on practical steps and understanding emotional reactions.
Her background includes long experience in the mental health field and a clinical license as an LCSW in North Carolina. She has worked with people on crisis management, behavioral concerns, and emotional abuse issues. That history informs how she assesses immediate needs and safety before planning next steps.
In sessions she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques when they fit the work. Motivational interviewing is used for change-related goals, like addressing addictive behavior or enhancing motivation for treatment. The overall tone is person-centered and collaborative, with a focus on concrete goals.
People who prefer talking through feelings and patterns in short, direct sessions may find this approach helpful. Before booking, confirm current session formats and any logistical details to make sure they match your needs.
How EFT and practical therapies translate to online work
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and name strong feelings and the patterns those feelings create in relationships. It can be useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when patterns keep repeating. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and experiences, encouraging open dialogue and collaborative pacing during sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and actions influence mood and behavior, and it includes concrete strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behavior.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work with the client to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and the issues being addressed. That conversation is collaborative and can shift as needs change over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats here, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins that work around work or caregiving schedules. Some people choose video for visual connection, while others prefer audio when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Discussing format preferences at intake helps plan sessions that fit daily life without assuming any particular service.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, addictions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, bipolar, career questions, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She describes an interactive, person-centered style that focuses on collaboration and practical steps. Emotionally-Focused Therapy and solution-focused ideas are part of her approach.
How much experience does she have?
This profile lists three years of experience for the therapist role described here, and notes a longer history working in mental health settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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