Lamara Johnson, LCSW

Lamara Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience helping adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship strain. She speaks plainly and meets people where they are to address urgent concerns and everyday struggles. Lamara focuses on practical steps that fit into busy lives and values a respectful, nonjudgmental approach.

Her work centers on well-known, hands-on methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered care. She also uses mindfulness practices and solution-focused tools to help people build coping skills and change unhelpful patterns. Sessions often include concrete strategies to manage mood, reduce anxiety, and improve communication.

Lamara has a long history of supporting people through addiction, trauma and abuse, and parenting or blended family challenges. She helps clients navigate divorce and separation, grief, and major life changes with steady guidance. She also addresses issues like impulsivity, self-esteem, and struggles related to identity and discrimination.

In sessions she encourages clients to draw on strengths they already have. Conversations aim to uncover small, workable shifts that lead to clearer thinking and better daily routines. The goal is realistic progress rather than perfection.

Based in Louisiana, Lamara offers a practical, compassionate style that balances structured tools and empathetic listening. She works with each person to set goals and track progress so therapy stays focused and useful.

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more useful habits. It often involves homework and clear steps to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and improve daily routines.

Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and building a strong therapeutic relationship. The therapist supports the client's own goals and encourages self-awareness, which can help with self-esteem, relationship problems, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lamara will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That process includes trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together over time.

Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual cues. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone wants to avoid being on camera. Live chat and text messaging allow quick check-ins, brief coaching, or flexible scheduling between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, and other daily demands.