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Lamara Johnson, LCSW
Louisiana
LCSW - Anxiety and Relationship concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- Solution-focused steps
About Lamara
Lamara Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 18 years of experience based in Louisiana. She sees people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and problems with self-esteem and intimacy. Lamara also lists work with bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a range of life changes and identity-related issues.
Her approach is practical and focused on skills. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and mindfulness techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas guide short-term goal setting and small changes between sessions.
In a typical session she listens to the immediate problem, identifies thinking or behavior patterns that keep the problem going, and then tries small, concrete experiments to change those patterns. She pays attention to strengths and past successes and uses those as starting points for change. Sessions include direct skill practice and discussion of what to try between meetings.
Lamara draws on a variety of family-oriented theories when family dynamics are part of the concern, while keeping the focus on the individual’s goals. She notes experience with substance use, parenting strain, blended family issues, and multicultural concerns, and addresses communication problems and feelings such as guilt, shame, and impulsivity.
Her style emphasizes clear steps and practical options so people can test what helps. She works in English and practices in Louisiana as an LCSW. If someone wants to start, they are asked to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Lamara uses structured approaches for remote sessions
CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new responses. It involves identifying specific thinking patterns, trying short experiments outside sessions, and tracking what changes. This approach is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and habit-related problems.Client-centered work emphasizes listening, reflecting, and building on a person’s strengths. It helps people clarify goals and feel more certain about next steps. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and support mood regulation.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work. Lamara will discuss goals and preferences and then together decide which techniques to prioritize. The therapist frames treatment as collaborative and adjusts methods based on how a person responds over time.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also lets people practice skills in real-life settings and report back what happened at the next meeting.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and ADHD among other issues.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skills-based, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered and mindfulness approaches to try small changes and test what works.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed or priced?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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