LaSonda Sylte, LCSW

LaSonda Sylte is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a licensed clinical addiction counselor (LCAC) practicing in Indiana with 23 years of clinical experience. As an LCSW she is trained to assess and treat a wide range of mental health and psychosocial concerns; as an LCAC she brings specialized training in addressing substance use and recovery. Her career includes work with veterans and civilians across the lifespan, from children to older adults, helping people navigate the effects of trauma and the challenges that follow.

Her clinical experience spans depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, interpersonal and family difficulties, end-of-life concerns, and life transitions. She has supported clients coping with grief, anger, intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems, parenting stress, and a variety of behavioral health needs, and she works with those facing career questions, caregiver strain, and purpose-related struggles.

LaSonda practices in partnership with each person she sees, offering a laid-back, compassionate, respectful, and honest approach. She blends practical, skill-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to create a plan tailored to each client. She encourages clients to take courageous steps toward change and aims to walk beside them through the process.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be helpful for people facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and difficulties finding direction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, and stress-related concerns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends skills training in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is particularly useful when intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship challenges are present.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. LaSonda Sylte collaborates with each client to determine which strategies best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy fits the person, not the other way around.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging let clients access licensed professionals from home or work and choose formats that suit their schedule and communication style. These options increase flexibility and make it easier to keep continuity of care during life changes.