LaVonne Ricks

(LCSW)

About Me

Circumstantially, there are numerous reasons as to why individuals reach out to professionals such as myself. Similarly, this is my primary reason for choosing to educate and establish my credential as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, so that when an individual seeks support I can provide emotional support and effective guidance.

My areas of expertise include:
• Depression
• Stress and Anxiety
• ADD/ADHD
• Relationship Issues
• Family Conflict
• Trauma and Abuse
• Coping with Grief and Loss
• Multigenerational and Racial Trauma

In addition, my therapeutic approach for practice is a blend of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused questioning, which provides psychoeducation on how individuals’ thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns that may affect self-reflecting and relationships with others. Another key element of my practice is to highlight how trauma can affect individuals’ viewpoints towards future goals.

Without a doubt, I will patiently listen and walk humbly alongside you as we explore the best tactics for your life future.

Equally important, it is imperative to understand that it is normal to feel afraid, uncertain, or lonely when life is not going according to your plans. On a positive note, the services that I offer will tailor expectations for us working together to come up with an effective plan that is personalized to your actual needs.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 5

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LCSW #LCSW89442 (Expires: 2021-06-30)

LCSW #9068-C (Expires: 2022-02-28)

Reviews

Written by A.L. on Jan 20, 2021 after counseling with LaVonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching

LaVonne understands the basis of my emotional needs and responds to them accordingly. Her wisdom and insight have been more effective than other counselors I have met with.

Written by B.R. on Dec 25, 2020 after counseling with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

She’s awesome!!!!!

Written by J.E. on Sep 15, 2020 after counseling with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I really like that she takes the time to understand the why behind issues so that we can work on them better together. It may take a bit longer- but I think it is more effective and has a stronger sense of direction.

Written by D.A. on Aug 22, 2020 after counseling with LaVonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

LaVonne has been very helpful to me. Gives clear information & relatable references.

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