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I am an African American female Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and I started my career in the counseling field in 2001, as a group home counselor for at-risk male youths, homeless young male adults, and their families, where we worked on family reunification, substance abuse, LGBTQ+ Issues, job skills, life skills, and independent living. From there I moved more into the substance abuse field working with DUI offenders, court mandated persons ordered to do anger management, and as an interventionist for families, and individuals who struggle with all forms of addiction and co-dependency. Since then, I returned to school to obtain my masters in Clinical Mental Health, during which time I worked with individuals who struggled with family issues, depression, suicide, grief and loss, schizophrenia disorder, bi-polar disorder, anxiety disorder, PTSD, dually diagnosed individuals, and those with other co-occurring disorders in an outpatient hospital clinic setting. I then furthered my career and obtained a second master's degree in School Counseling, where I enveloped experience in working with students in an inner-city school setting who struggled with body image, depression, suicide, self-harm, substance abuse, LGBTQ+ issues, ADHD, ADD, OCD, neighborhood trauma, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
My primary therapeutic orientations are cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy; however, I strongly believe that it is essential to meet a person "where they are at" and establish a therapeutic alliance using my developed professional skills and eclectic abilities to provide each individual with a therapeutic orientation is necessary to move them toward a place of peace and healing. I believe in the purpose of counseling and I believe that even the most skeptical can become a believer!
METAMORPHOSIS is the process of change into something adult, mature and breathtaking. I would like to think that I've been entrusted by clients to help them transition into living a better life, so that they may spread their wings and fly! My goal is to uplift, empower, teach, and motivate those who struggle to work toward living a healthy and happy lifestyle. My commitment is to provide the best clinical services each person deserves with dignity and respect and there has been no greater pleasure for me other than to be blessed with the opportunities to work with individuals in this field of healing and the transformation of lives.
Professional experience
20yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment Issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body Image, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-Love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Visually Impaired, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Latechia Hester. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I look forward to talking with Latechia, she’s very friendly and understands me on a level I feel no other therapist has.
Written on Apr 24, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I’ve had just a few sessions with her so far, but she really has helped me so far.
Written on Apr 15, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Great experience so far. Feel heard and understood.
Written on Apr 10, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Best help I’ve ever received
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatig
Latechia has a knack for getting to the heart of things. Talking to her is very comfortable. I feel heard & understood. That’s huge!
Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Ms Hester and I have been working together for aprox one month. In that short time, she has been able to create a safe space for me to explore my inner world. The sessions have been super helpful and ai look forward to continue working with her
Written on Feb 13, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
I am grateful to Latechia. She validates my feelings and challenges me to support me in reaching my goal. As a Queer Latine individual, she is well-rounded and culturally competent when I share my experiences. She proactively check-in with me after our sessions. I appreciate her ending our session with a goal that guides me in exploring what matters most and who I want to be.
Written on Jan 30, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Latechia is what I’ve been looking for in a therapist. She challenges me to think differently and offers techniques/exercises to help me. When I feel like I’m in a bad place, she gives me resources to get back on track. I would highly recommend her if given the chance.
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
So thankful for her. I literally feel seen and heard.
Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and career difficulties
very straight forward, find the root of problems and addresses them. asks questions that really make you think
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
First time in therapy and she has made this experience not only great but life changing. I’m excited to continue to work with her and grow.
Written on Dec 12, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
I am three sessions in (two completed I believe) and it's been great! Latechia is always on time and listens to me.
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar dis
She is a great therapist. She really helps me to set goals and meet them. She has been able to give other perspectives and open my mind to all I can be for myself.
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Latechia is the best !
Written on Nov 14, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She’s amazing !
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I have only had one session with Latechia so far so I'm not qualified to speak in depth about her expertise - but I will say I learned a lot about myself from that first session and she has a really effective way of understanding and reflecting back what I have been questioning - I think the simple act of her clearly articulating what I try to explain in simpler terms is super affective and puts things into the perspective I usually lack.
Written on Oct 28, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Latechia is such an amazing active listener. Her point to reiterate what we’ve talked about at the end of our sessions is greatly appreciated. Her homework is very effective to have me make self-realizations I’ve never thought I’d be able to get to on my own. I tell everyone in my close life about how much I love having her! I’m so lucky.
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Wonderful!
Written on Sep 16, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Wonderful
Written on Sep 05, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
I feel heard, understood and helped by Latechia. She sees where I am coming from and helps me navigate my own feelings and confusions. She is given me tools to apply in my day to day life and overall I think she’s a great therapist!
Written on Aug 22, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Very caring and educated
Written on May 18, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues
Latechia is a very understanding and knowledgeable individual. She is great at listening and has helped me through so much. I am so glad to that she was there for me in the hardest parts of my life.
Written on May 13, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I absolutely adore Latechia! She is so helpful, attentive, and respectful. She pushes me to answer my own questions before I can even ask them and it has truly changed my life.
Written on Apr 22, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, adhd, and bipolar disorder
Latechia has been an amazing person to lean on. I am so thankful for her!!
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, coping with life changes, adhd, and intimacy-related issues
Latechia Hester is wonderfully open, honest, and caring. She gets to know you, understand you, while being utterly respectful. Give her the time and opportunity to help you. She sees behind what you are outwardly saying, sometimes before you admit what is wrong yourself.
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, sleeping disorders, and coaching
Really makes me feel like I can improve
Written on Mar 27, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, adhd, career difficulties, sleeping disorders, eating disorders, and lgbt
Her words are like a warm bowl of soup. I feel so good after talking to her.
Written on Mar 02, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and career difficulties
Latechia has been an amazing sounding board. She gets me, respects me, and isn't afraid to point out when I should look at something from a few different angles. I’d highly recommend her expertise!
Written on Feb 24, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, career difficulties, and coaching
She's an amazing therapist. She's there for me. She listens and is very patient and understanding. Thank you and I appreciate all that you do for me. I highly recommend Dr. L. Hester
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
This is my first time trying therapy, so I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Latechia has gone above and beyond to make the experience a positive one. She makes me feel heard and understood without judgement. Very professional and kind. Exceeded all my expectations.
Written on Jan 21, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Latechia meets you where you're at and nowhere else. She is kind and compassionate and extremely adept when it comes to zeroing in on solutions that can help you progress week over week. I really recommend her and appreciate the help she has given me and the care she has shown me.
Written on Jan 13, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She really loves her job and actually cares for her patients. She never leaves you feeling unheard and knows how to pace her practices with how fast/slow youre progressing. Thank you mrs. Hester :)
Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I've been through a few different therapists and I didn't think therapy could help. My wife urged me to try one last time, so I did. Latechia has shown me that my prior therapists had no clue how to do their job. She has given me hope that I can finally begin to heal. The genuine care she has for me has given me hope I can make it through my hardships and shortcomings.
Written on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I truly felt heard and hopeful that we could work together as a team. She really understood me without me having to explain myself so much.
Written on Dec 17, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very professional & helpful thank u
Written on Dec 15, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
She is so amazing, she has helped me through some really tough times. I feel like I grow more and more after every sessions with her.
Written on Dec 15, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coa
Latechia has directly impacted my ability to get through a very challenging year.
Written on Dec 15, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She easy to understand and that helps
Written on Nov 22, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Latechia is friendly, thoughtful, timely, and a great counselor. She will hold you accountable in every way. Her training, experience, and expertise is both refreshing and awe-inspiring. And after talking with Latechia, I always feel rejuvenated and ready to take on the world. I’d totally recommend her to my friends and family.
Written on Nov 16, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Latechia is professional, respectful, and works collaboratively with me. She supports my goals and gives me useful feedback.
Written on Nov 08, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Latechia is an amazing therapist! She really listens to my concerns and helps me work through them. I love her attention to detail and how she refers back to her notes from previous sessions. She has provided me with a variety of techniques that have been very helpful! Truly the best!
Written on Oct 19, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Having healthy relationships was the primary for desiring help. So facing my mental illness & trauma was key in order to do so. The best thing I have done for my life is open up to and participate in the sessions with Latechia Hester. My family dynamic is all the better for it. Parenting has even become more successful as a result of our sessions together. Thank you Latechia! And thank you for this BetterHelp platform. As it’s the method in which I was introduced to her.
Written on Oct 03, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is phenomenal great feedback listening skills and strategical input that gives a broader perspective
Written on Sep 06, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life cha
I couldn't have asked for a better counselor. Latechia knows her stuff! She is soothing, caring, supportive and professional. She is an adept listener and I love how she's been able to get to the root of issues in a non-judgemental way. She is also graceful and easily puts me at ease. Overall, she is excellent.
Written on Aug 04, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
She’s been very attentive and understanding.
Written on Aug 03, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Latecia is very professional and caring. She listens and asks questions that make you think
Written on Jul 29, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Latechia's great! She's sweet and understanding while also being non-judgemental and being able to focus on the root of your problems and concerns.
Written on Jul 22, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Latechia is a great counselor, she really understood what I needed and was able to help me talk about events in my life I couldn't talk about with anyone else. She provided a safe space for me and I am truly grateful to have met her. She is a wonderful counselor.
Written on Jul 21, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s very insightful and has helped me a lot. Puts me at ease and makes me feel like there is someone in my corner. She speaks her mind too—which I greatly appreciate. Thanks for everything.
Written on Jun 25, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She makes me feel seen. I haven’t had many sessions with her but I feel very comfortable with her. I’m looking forward to continuing counseling with her!
Written on Jun 11, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and career difficulties
Best counselor. Hands down
Written on Jun 10, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Latechia is a wonderful counselor she is very good at making her clients feel validated, heard and giving them real tools on how to approach obstacles they face in their life.
Written on Jun 02, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Latechia is very easy to talk to! I feel like she genuinely cares and enjoys what she does. She asks questions I’ve never thought about, which I appreciate. I would recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jun 01, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Latechia is amazing for 2 very simple reasons. She realizes I need therapy more than me. I come to her when I think yeah today I need it but she's pushing for more. 2 goes along with 1. I tried to set my own precedence of what I thought I needed I tried to make my own rules but she has been there to truly let me vent and I cannot wait to see where things continue to go for me because of how comfortable I feel.
Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Latechia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
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