Lakitta Johnson, LPC

Lakitta Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 23 years of experience delivering mental health services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She is licensed to provide distance professional services in Mississippi and brings a background as a counselor, counselor supervisor, and educator to her therapeutic work. Her training includes studies at Tougaloo College, Jackson State University, and Loyola University of Chicago, and she combines that education with long-term practical experience to support clients facing a range of life challenges.

Johnson offers a broad array of therapeutic services for individuals coping with depression, anxiety, trauma, and related emotional concerns. Her practice emphasizes treating each person with dignity and respect, and she adapts proven methods to fit individual needs. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, client-centered principles, solution-focused strategies, and elements of rational-emotive approaches when appropriate, tailoring the plan to the client rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Clients can expect a collaborative process that prioritizes clear goals, practical skills, and gradual progress. Johnson values the courage it takes to seek help and believes that with hope, focused effort, and openness to change, meaningful improvement is possible. She looks forward to working with individuals ready to take the next step toward their therapeutic goals.

Approaches that guide online therapy

Lakitta Johnson draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients' own perspectives and goals shape the work - this approach helps people who need support exploring values, identity, and self-worth. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to teach practical skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Solution-Focused Therapy is another part of her toolkit, emphasizing brief, goal-oriented steps that can bring quick clarity and momentum when clients want concrete change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Johnson works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts strategies over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the client.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access licensed professionals from different locations within Mississippi. These options offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, allowing clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable and practical for their situation.