LaShawn Taylor, LMSW

LaShawn Taylor is a Michigan licensed social worker (LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker) with 10 years of clinical experience helping individuals and families navigate major life challenges. She brings a practical, compassionate approach to work with people coping with grief and loss, relationship difficulties, changes in family roles, and the adjustments that come with chronic illness. Her practice also focuses on building motivation, confidence, and self-esteem, and on supporting women through life transitions and role changes.

LaShawn emphasizes respect and individualized care, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person she works with. She blends evidence-based techniques to teach coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and support emotional recovery after loss. LaShawn recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and aims to create a sensitive, supportive environment that meets each client’s unique needs.

Clients can expect a collaborative process in which goals are defined together and practical skills are offered for day-to-day challenges. LaShawn works with a range of concerns related to relationships, family dynamics, self-esteem, and adapting to life changes, always centering the distinct experiences and priorities of the person in therapy.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

LaShawn uses evidence-based, skills-oriented approaches that focus on building practical coping strategies for daily life. These techniques help clients manage stress, build confidence, and navigate adjustments related to illness, loss, or major life transitions. She also offers grief-focused support that helps people process loss, adapt to change, and restore a sense of direction after bereavement or disruption.

In addition, LaShawn attends to relationship and family concerns through interventions aimed at improving communication and mutual understanding. This work supports healthier interactions within families and partnerships and can be tailored to individual or family goals. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and LaShawn collaborates with each person to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy with LaShawn is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from a licensed professional without travel, and they allow therapy to fit into varied routines and time zones.