LaShana Poole, LPC, LCMHC

LaShana Poole is a licensed counselor based in North Carolina who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, anger, depression, relationship strain, family tensions, and grief. She draws on twelve years of professional experience to guide people through hard moments and practical change. Her style is straightforward and compassionate, aiming to strengthen the skills people already have.

LaShana focuses on clear, goal-oriented work. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also brings elements of existential thinking to help people find meaning and direction after major life shifts.

Sessions tend to be conversational and down-to-earth. LaShana listens first, then helps identify small, doable steps clients can try between sessions. She emphasizes building coping skills for immediate stress and longer-term strategies for mood and relationship concerns.

She has particular experience with trauma-focused methods when past abuse or loss affects daily life. That work moves at a pace set by the client and focuses on safety and stabilization before deeper processing.

People who reach out will be asked about current goals and what has or hasn't helped before. LaShana supports clients in finding clearer routines, healthier boundaries, and better ways to manage strong emotions. Her approach is practical, respectful, and aimed at steady progress.

Approaches and Online Therapy Options

LaShana uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thought and behavior patterns that keep them stuck and to try practical replacements that reduce anxiety and low mood. Trauma-Focused Therapy is used when past abuse or loss affects daily life; that work begins with safety and coping skills before addressing difficult memories. Existential Therapy can help people face big life questions and find personal meaning during midlife shifts or commitment concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about current problems, goals, and what has worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation for skill practice and deeper dialogue. Phone sessions can be a good option when less bandwidth or not being on camera is needed, and text or chat can fit short check-ins or ongoing support between longer meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to keep consistency across weeks.