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Latanya Richardson

Latanya Richardson

LMSW

Michigan

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In their wordsResilient, practical support for life’s hard moments

Key details

Credentials
LMSW
License
LMSW, Michigan / 6801119419
NPI
1336566512
Experience
10 years
Languages
English
Location
Michigan

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Client-centered care
  • 10 years experience
  • Focus on trauma

About Latanya

Latanya Richardson is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) who focuses on practical, person-centered support. She uses clear, direct conversation and simple tools to help people face family stress, trauma, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and depression. Her approach aims to make therapy feel useful from the first session.

She draws on about 10 years of experience responding to crises and working with people in distress. That history includes conducting assessments, offering direct interventions, and helping develop safety and crisis plans. Those experiences shape how she responds when urgent concerns arise.

Therapy sessions combine client-centered methods with structured techniques. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify and express painful feelings that affect relationships.

Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are also part of her work. These approaches aim to increase moment-to-moment awareness and strengthen motivation for change. She adapts methods to each person’s needs rather than following a single script.

Latanya has worked in community crisis response and collaborated with local law enforcement on safety planning. That background supports her work with issues such as post-traumatic stress, coping after disasters, caregiver stress, and end-of-life concerns. People in Michigan who want straightforward, compassionate help may find her style practical and focused on real-life steps.

How therapeutic approaches guide online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. The therapist offers empathy and mirrors concerns so people feel heard and can clarify what they most want to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets specific thoughts and actions that keep problems going. It uses exercises and practical strategies that people can try between meetings to reduce symptoms like low mood or anxiety.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest methods that match those needs. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time if something isn’t working or different priorities emerge.

Practical benefits of working online include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time. Online visits can make it easier to attend regular appointments around work, caregiving, or other commitments. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm current online options before booking so you know what to expect. Licensed professionals aim to make each session useful and focused on steps that fit daily routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily problemsHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Michigan

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Latanya typically address?

She helps people facing family strain, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include caregiver stress, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and coping after disasters.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is client-centered and practical, mixing open conversation with targeted techniques. Sessions often include skill building and steps you can try between meetings.

How much experience does she have?

She has about 10 years of experience working in mental health and crisis response. That experience includes assessments and direct interventions during community crises.

What credentials and location apply?

She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and provides services in Michigan.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from outside the country?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are costs handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the signup process.

What steps start the process?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That helps connect you and set the first appointment.

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