Shequitta Lenoir, LMFT

Shequitta Lenoir (pronounced Shuh-qwee-tuh) is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Minnesota and Texas. She earned a B.S. in psychology from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, and completed a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Argosy University in Eagan, Minnesota, building a foundation in clinical theory and family systems.

Her interest in counseling dates back to middle school, and she has spent years working in the mental health field supporting people with severe and persistent mental illness as well as those facing drug and alcohol addictions. Shequitta brings practical experience helping clients develop coping skills, stabilize symptoms, and navigate complex challenges.

Clinically, she typically uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to help clients address current problems and learn concrete strategies for change. Shequitta enjoys supporting people in boosting self esteem, increasing confidence, and building self-awareness so they can pursue meaningful goals and improve daily functioning.

Evidence-based tools for online healing and growth

Shequitta typically uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and tolerating distress. This approach is useful for people who want structured tools to regulate mood and handle stressful interactions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete behavioral strategies to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. It focuses on changing thoughts and actions that maintain emotional difficulties.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused conversation style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change, which can be especially helpful for substance use and readiness-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shequitta works collaboratively with each client to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Shequitta and the client review progress and adjust strategies as needed to support meaningful change.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging all allow therapy to fit into busy schedules and life demands. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.