LaToya Larke, LCSW

LaToya Larke is a licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. She aims to create a calm, steady presence so clients can talk through what feels overwhelming and find practical steps forward.

She usually begins by listening to what matters most to each person. From there she helps set simple goals and teaches skills to reduce worry, handle conflict, and improve day-to-day functioning. Sessions move at a pace the client feels comfortable with and focus on clear, useful tools rather than jargon.

LaToya uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered work, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. She draws on these methods to address concerns like relationship strain, career transitions, social anxiety, and self-image. The work often includes skill practice between sessions and real-world problem solving.

Her background includes licenses in Pennsylvania and New Jersey as a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW. That clinical experience informs straightforward, respectful care that centers each person’s goals and values.

People who choose LaToya can expect collaborative planning and hands-on strategies for coping with stress, grief, workplace issues, and life direction. The aim is to leave sessions with something tangible to try until the next meeting.

Approach and online care that fit your life

LaToya commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy in her online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and depression. Dialectical behavior therapy teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving how you cope with stress and relationships.

She also uses client-centered methods that prioritize listening and the client's priorities. Together with the client she will discuss goals and try approaches that match personal needs and preferences. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process and she adjusts plans based on what helps most.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls work well for deeper conversations and skill practice, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat is good for brief check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between meetings. These options help people fit therapy into work, caregiving, and busy schedules.