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Latanya Richardson, LMSW
Michigan
LMSW - family and trauma focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered work
- Mindfulness techniques
About Latanya
Latanya Richardson is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with ten years of experience. She focuses on family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, and depression. She speaks English and works with adults seeking support around these areas.
Her work often starts with a clear view of what feels most urgent. She asks concrete questions about relationships, mood, and day-to-day routines. She and the person identify one or two practical goals to work toward over a few sessions.
Latanya uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. She blends that with client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is part of her approach when emotion and connection are central concerns.
She also draws on mindfulness skills and motivational interviewing to support focus and small changes. In crisis situations she has provided interventions and collaborated with local agencies to assess risk and plan next steps. That background informs how she handles safety and immediate problems.
Sessions typically focus on clear, practical steps such as communication strategies, coping skills for mood or trauma symptoms, and behavior experiments to try between meetings. People leave with short, doable tasks to practice and options to review in the next session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Latanya commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to pinpoint patterns of thinking and behavior and then tries concrete changes, which often fits well with short weekly check-ins and structured exercises. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting the person's perspective, helping them clarify goals and priorities in straightforward conversation. Emotionally-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying and naming feelings to improve emotional connection and regulation.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with the person to match methods to the client's needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust the plan based on how those methods work in practice.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and let people try experiments or skills between meetings with notes to discuss next time. Practical benefits include scheduling flexibility and the chance to practice skills at home or between activities, while keeping the focus on clear goals and measurable steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
Her listed focus areas include family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, self-esteem, and depression. Additional areas include caregiver stress, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Sessions include practical exercises and small experiments to change patterns over time.
What is her professional background?
She has ten years of clinical experience working in mental health and crisis response. That work has included assessments, direct interventions, and coordination with local agencies.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds an LMSW credential and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are offered and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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