LaKesha Thomas, LCSW

LaKesha Thomas is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida who helps people manage anxiety, depression, stress, and challenges around addictions and family life. She supports people coping with life changes, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and related concerns. Her approach aims to make the first step feel doable and steady. She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through what is weighing on them. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer thinking so clients can make choices that match their values. LaKesha listens closely and offers tools that can be used between sessions. LaKesha uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change patterns that worsen mood or anxiety. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and build commitment to meaningful actions. Her work includes client-centered and mindfulness practices to support emotional awareness. With five years of clinical experience, she brings down-to-earth support rather than jargon. She is comfortable addressing family problems, blended family issues, fatherhood concerns, caregiver stress, and fertility or pregnancy-related worries. She also has experience with trauma-related issues such as post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury. LaKesha works with people facing HIV/AIDS concerns, veteran and armed forces issues, and women’s health matters. Sessions are offered in English and based in Florida. She aims to help each person find small steps toward greater confidence and balance.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

LaKesha uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and develop practical behavior changes that reduce anxiety and lift mood. CBT sessions often include simple exercises and homework to practice new skills between sessions. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small, value-driven actions even when feelings are difficult. ACT helps when decisions feel stuck or when someone wants to live more in line with their priorities. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That plan can change over time as needs evolve. Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let the work feel close to an in-person session while allowing for flexible locations. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging support quick check-ins, brief skill practice, or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or other commitments.