- Client-centered approach
- Goal-oriented tools
- Culturally aware care
About LaKeesha
She draws on cognitive-behavioral ideas to help people spot patterns and try new behaviors. Motivational interviewing techniques are used when clients want change but feel stuck. Solution-focused methods help set clear, short-term goals and practical next steps.
Dr. Woods brings 13 years of experience in counseling and consulting across clinical and independent-sector settings. That background informs a practical approach that aims to connect daily challenges to bigger life purpose and strengths. She pays attention to cultural backgrounds and the effects of prejudice and discrimination on wellbeing.
In sessions she and the client map strengths, pick priorities, and build simple tools to use between meetings. The work is collaborative so goals and methods shift as needed. Her stated focus areas also include parenting, family problems, domestic violence, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and young adult issues.
People who value a respectful, goal-oriented, and culturally aware therapist may find her approach fitting. English is used for therapy sessions, and she accepts international clients when arrangements allow.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters most to the person. Online work lets the therapist follow your lead, help you name priorities, and adapt the pace to what you need. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and tests small experiments. In remote sessions this often means setting concrete at-home tasks, tracking reactions between meetings, and reviewing results together.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. She will collaborate with each person to decide whether a more reflective client-centered path or a structured CBT plan fits best. Goals, tools, and timelines are set together and adjusted as progress unfolds.
The therapist's biography does not specify exact session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into work or parenting schedules, reduce travel time, and make it simpler to check in on a regular cadence. Others appreciate being able to do focused behavioral tasks between sessions and then discuss what happened. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and plans to match life demands and therapeutic goals.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, parenting challenges, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and supportive. She also uses cognitive-behavioral ideas, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to help clients set goals and try new strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience working in counseling and consulting roles across clinical and independent-sector settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Psychologist licensed in Maryland and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangement; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the continue button on this profile, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.