Therapist profile
Lakishia Bussell, LCSW
North Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Relationships
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, North Carolina / C007645
- NPI1427177971
- Experience3 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNorth Carolina
About
- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Lakishia
Lakishia Bussell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina with three years of experience listed for this profile. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem problems, career questions, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
She describes her style as encouraging and interactive. Sessions are person-centered and solution-focused. Lakishia says therapy is collaborative and she aims to help clients create the changes they want rather than giving instructions.
Her background includes long experience in the mental health field and an LCSW credential in North Carolina. She has worked with people managing behavioral concerns, crisis situations, and emotional difficulties related to trauma and abuse.
In practical sessions she uses client-centered methods and integrates approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. That means sessions can include talking through reactions, identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, practicing grounding or awareness techniques, and setting small goals to move forward.
People who are dealing with built-up anger, workplace frustration, or recurring resentment often come with a clear problem to solve. Lakishia focuses on concrete steps and tools to manage impulses, notice triggers, and handle strong feelings more effectively.
She asks clients to treat therapy as a collaboration and plans work together to track progress and adjust strategies when needed.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's perspective and goals. Online sessions using this approach often involve the therapist listening closely, reflecting what the client says, and helping clients choose next steps that make sense for their life. It can help with anger by clarifying what matters and building small, realistic changes.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In remote sessions CBT usually includes noticing unhelpful thoughts, testing them, and practicing new behaviors or coping skills between meetings. This approach is practical for managing impulsive reactions and reducing recurring anger patterns.
Motivational interviewing is a collaborative way to explore readiness for change. Online work with this method helps people weigh pros and cons, find personal reasons to act differently, and set achievable goals. It pairs well with CBT and client-centered work when someone feels stuck about changing angry responses.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of therapy. The therapist will work together with the client to decide which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust the plan over time based on what helps.
Session formats are not listed in this profile, so confirm the available online options before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or let them avoid travel time. Those practical benefits can make it simpler to keep consistent momentum on anger work.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she address?
She works with people who struggle with snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, resentment, and other anger-related stressors.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses a person-centered, solution-focused style that is interactive and collaborative.
How much clinical experience does she have?
The profile lists three years of experience for this therapist and notes a longer career in the mental health field historically.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with credentialing in North Carolina.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session format options before booking as formats are not specified in this profile.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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