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Dr. Lakisha Ellison, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Lakisha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Lakisha. View 43 reviews
Great news, Lakisha is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

Dr. Ellison has been a wonderful sounding board for me through some of the most difficult moments in my life to date. She’s down to earth and also very professional. I really appreciate her direct communication and thoughtful questions to help me through my process.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Ellison has been amazing!

Reviewed September 2024

More about Lakisha

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Welcome! I am a Doctor of Social Work and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina. I started my social work career in 2005, working with children and families of all ages, races, sexual orientations, genders, and abilities. I have assisted clients with depression, anxiety, attachment, grief/loss, parenting concerns, relationship challenges, trauma, abuse, Bipolar, adjustment issues, and more. I helped families address various concerns that revolved around child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, substance abuse, self-esteem, and beyond.

My current focus areas include sexual trauma, anxiety, work with transgender individuals, and the impact of adverse childhood experiences throughout the life span. I also enjoy working with queer and lesbian women of color interested in processing race, ethnicity, and sexuality concerns at the intersections of gender, oppression, and other unique experiences. My counseling style is client-centered, down-to-earth, and engaging. I integrate my humor and acts of holistic practice to include aromatherapy, healing rituals, and more. While I am not strictly a cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT), I often use CBT and find it helpful if clients are empowered to understand and use CBT outside of the traditional therapy session. Also, I use solution-focused techniques, motivational interviewing, and aspects of reality therapy, to name a few. As a social worker, I am strength-based and conceptualize clients' needs with their unique environments in mind.

My goal is to help my clients be the most authentic and empowered version of themselves and live unapologetically real. The process of uncovering and discovering takes courage, strength, and hard work, something most of us have and need a little reassurance. If you are ready to begin a new therapy journey, I will be a professional support for you. You got this!

The therapeutic relationship is critical and one of the most important aspects of a successful experience. I consider it a privilege to assist individuals on their journey. I look forward to working with you!

In Kindness and Wellness,

Kisha

Specialties

LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Career difficulties Bipolar disorder ADHD Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Attachment issues Blended Family Issues Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues First Responder Issues Forgiveness Gender Dysphoria Guilt and shame Infidelity Men's issues Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Money and financial issues Multicultural Concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Lakisha Ellison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588870786.

  • LCSW · North Carolina · C006571 · Expires September 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Dr. Lakisha Ellison

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

43 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Professional Helpful Support Recommend Anxiety Guidance Thoughtful Understanding

Dr. Ellison has been a wonderful sounding board for me through some of the most difficult moments in my life to date. She’s down to earth and also very professional. I really appreciate her direct communication and thoughtful questions to help me through my process.

Reviewed November 2024

Dr. Ellison has been amazing!

Reviewed September 2024

Dr. Ellison is on point. In other words, she not only listens but she is sensitive and discerning. She instills confidence in me with her expertise, her sharing relevant resources, and most importantly— her presence. She doesn’t just listen but she is present with me and actually makes me feel heard which provides for a powerful space of healing. Thank you, Kisha for knowing how to provide “better help”.

Reviewed July 2024

Dr.Ellison is awesome and this is coming from a person who didn't believe in therapy she has truly been a miracle in my mental health journey!

Reviewed May 2024

I love how she listens and offers great advice

Reviewed March 2024

Dr Ellison maintains regular contact. She has provided guidance that resonates with me and my situation.

Reviewed February 2024

I’ve only met with Kisha a couple of times but she is kind and thoughtful and professional. She offers me great tools as I work through my anxiety and issues and listens to my concerns.

Reviewed April 2022

Dr. Ellison is so kind and thoughtful. I’ve found her insights both very professional but I also feel heard and respected. She offers a lot of good options for helping me manage my anxiety and we talk through the things that are important.

Reviewed December 2023

Dr. Ellison listens to my rambles and extracts the useful things and uses those to advise me. It is nice.

Reviewed November 2023

DR. KISHA ELLISON EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS when I sought a therapist to help me improve my communication skills and manage my fast-paced life. Her attentive listening and deep understanding have been fundamental in my journey to self-improvement. Dr. Ellison's unique strength lies in providing insightful advice and hands-on guidance in implementing strategies that have positively impacted every aspect of my life. Her empathetic approach suits my needs, ensuring I receive the most effective steps forward. Furthermore, she's given me the tools to confidently navigate my personal and professional growth, such as mindfulness practices. Dr. Ellison's unwavering dedication, professional expertise, and genuine compassion have made an immeasurable impact on my life. If you're facing life's stressors, big or small, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Ellison for personalized, enlightening, and transformative therapy.

Reviewed July 2023

She is very helpful and focused on listening to help me find tools for my peace.

Reviewed July 2023

Dr. Ellison is great

Reviewed June 2023

Dr. Ellison has treated me with respect and i have nothing but gratitude

Reviewed May 2023

Dr. Elison have been a lifesaver these past few weeks of my life have to chaotic and if it wasn’t for her words I don’t know where I would be. She keeps me calm and helps me to understand life in a way that my anxiety understands.

Reviewed March 2023

Dr. Ellison is great. I’ve enjoyed my sessions with her and the tools and resources she’s shared with me to support my journey. I’ve received clarity and new perspectives and insights during my sessions. Dr. Ellison make is easy to show up and open up.

Reviewed March 2023

Dr. Ellison has been great to work with. She's attentive, engaging, and knowledgeable. I've enjoyed our sessions and have certainly seen progress and growth in both my personal and professional life since I've begun working with her. I look forward to what's next.

Reviewed November 2022

I am new to this therapist. My only complaint ( that most people I believe love) is she is very professional. I am a outspoken person that says whatever crosses my mind. I hope she relaxes with me, once she gets to know me.

Reviewed August 2022

Excellent advisor and listener!

Reviewed August 2022

I am grateful for the grounded, sincere, and kind nature of Dr. Ellison. I've referred a friend just today!

Reviewed June 2022

Kisha is great at what she does!! I have enjoyed working with her

Reviewed May 2022

I appreciate Kisha's openness to listen and understand

Reviewed March 2022

I'm new to therapy. I was apprehensive at first, but my experience so far with Kisha Ellison has been rewarding. I especially appreciate the way she listens, offers solutions, and checks on my progress.

Reviewed January 2022

LaKisha has been extraordinary. She listens and provides support and feedback.

Reviewed December 2021

Kisha is very easy to work with. She always helps me organizes my thoughts and come up with a plan of action to overcome them. She is a great listener and always knows what questions to ask or how to reframe my thinking to make it more positive. For someone who has been in therapy on and off pre covid, I feel like my sessions with Kisha would be one of my best therapy experiences yet. She is so dedicated, she even sends out mid week newsletters to educate her clients more on mental health.

Reviewed December 2021

I always enjoy my video sessions with Kisha. I always feel heard with her

Reviewed August 2021

LaKisha is a very good listener and has given a lot of sound advice and worksheets to help with my problems. She has taught me about myself things about myself I didn’t know in just a short time . And I am glad I am seeking help and I have a great person to help me on my journey

Reviewed July 2021

Very responsive and kind towards me. The information that she has provided has been extremely helpful already.

Reviewed July 2021

I am so grateful to work with Kisha Ellison. She's smart, insightful, caring, with a warm and deep support, and a delightful smile. I've been able to move through a lot of issues with her help.

Reviewed July 2021

Lakisha has been great. This is a new style of therapy for me but she is making it feel manageable.

Reviewed June 2021

I cannot honestly say enough about how much I appreciate the help, guidance, support that she has provided for me. I don’t know where I would be without her counsel. I highly recommend this outstanding professional mental health provider.

Reviewed June 2021

LaKisha is a great listener, offers valuable insight and makes herself very flexible and accommodating. She seems to be very well educated and really good at providing actionable goals.

Reviewed June 2021

I enjoy corresponding with Lakisha she really puts things in a positive perspective for me. I feel that after our sessions I have clarity and courage to have conversations with my spouse I probably would never have or want to talk about.

Reviewed May 2021

LaKisha is an expert in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is what I needed to work on as I experienced some traumatic job related issues. In just a few months working with LaKisha I became aware of my triggers, got strategies to manage them, and became more emotionally intelligent as I started a brand new job!

Reviewed April 2021

she’s so great! we haven’t gotten to talk face to face much because of my schedule but she’s been super great, encouraging, and i feel great working with her!

Reviewed April 2021

Kisha has been amazing to talk to regarding my relationship issues. She is very approachable, listens to me and truly respects what I am saying. When I talk with Kisha, it feels like I’m talking to a friend. She allows to me see all perspectives of my situation and I really admire that about her. Kisha also reaches out to me in between our video sessions to see where I am at with the progress we have discussed. I look forward to talking to her each week and love hearing her advice. I sincerely would recommend Kisha as a counselor!

Reviewed February 2021

Dealing with Kisha is like a blanket of comfort and reassurance. We're still in the early phase of working out logistics, yet she's already demonstrated a keen willingness to attend specifically to my needs and concerns. 'Attend-ing' is so powerful. I feel relieved and supported, and am looking forward to our work together.

Reviewed February 2021

Kisha has been extremely helpful, great at listening and understanding what the issues at hand are. She has made me feel very reassured, hopeful, and validated. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed February 2021

I started BetterHelp without much luck of finding a therapist. In retrospect, I'm glad that happened because Lakisha Ellison has been a tremendous source of support and has provided great filters for me to look at certain subjects in a new light.

Reviewed February 2021

So far I have really enjoyed our connection and how she gets right down to business. She’s already suggested some things to work on that I wasn’t even aware was possible so I’m really excited for our journey

Reviewed February 2021

LaKisha listens very attentively and offers very beneficial input and advice. She is also very responsive and makes herself very available.

Reviewed February 2021

Kisha takes the time to listen and focus on your more urgent needs. She helped prioritize my Struggles and has given me great tips and advice.

Reviewed February 2021

Very kind and helpful

Reviewed January 2021

She is wonderful! I have “met” with a few different counselors thru this site, and was ready to cancel my subscription. Then I met LaKisha!! She is so great! She seems sincere about her work, is supportive and understanding, and exactly who I needed! I am trying to take a more holistic approach to healing (instead of meds) and she has been very helpful and supportive of that too, which I really appreciate. Talking to her feels like talking to a friend you’ve had for years!

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Lakisha Ellison offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Lakisha Ellison works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Lakisha Ellison speak?

Dr. Lakisha Ellison speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Lakisha Ellison have?

Dr. Lakisha Ellison has 15 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Lakisha Ellison licensed to practice?

Dr. Lakisha Ellison is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Dr. Lakisha Ellison accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Dr. Lakisha Ellison does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Lakisha Ellison offer?

Dr. Lakisha Ellison offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Lakisha Ellison?

Dr. Lakisha Ellison can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Lakisha Ellison?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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