- CBT strategies
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused work
About Latechia
Latechia Hester is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 24 years of experience. She began her career in 2001 working as a group home counselor for at-risk young men and homeless young adults, helping with family reunification, substance use, job skills, and independent living.
She moved into the substance abuse field next, supporting people through DUI programs, court-ordered anger management, and interventions for addiction and codependency. Later she returned to school for a master's in Clinical Mental Health and worked in an outpatient hospital clinic with people facing depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, suicide risk, grief, and dual diagnoses.
Latechia then earned a second master’s in School Counseling and worked in an inner-city school setting. There she supported students dealing with body image, self-harm, substance use, ADHD, neighborhood trauma, and various forms of abuse. LGBT issues and parenting concerns are also part of her long experience.
Her approach draws mainly from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy, while also using client-centered and mindfulness ideas when helpful. She focuses on building a working relationship first, then choosing methods to address stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and the life changes young adults often face.
People who work with her can expect practical conversation, skills-building, and goal-oriented sessions that address immediate concerns and day-to-day functioning. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions can help
Latechia often uses cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and using practical exercises to change them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related struggles. Motivational interviewing is a conversational method that helps people find their own reasons for change and build motivation for goals like reducing substance use or improving relationships.She also draws on solution-focused ideas that look for small, achievable steps and what already works in a person’s life. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through goals and preferences and together choose methods that fit the person’s needs and pace.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make it easier to fit sessions around school, work, or travel, reduce commute time, and allow short check-ins when schedules are tight. Some approaches translate well to video or phone work because they rely on conversation and practical exercises, which can be adapted to many settings.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Maine, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related areas listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy while also drawing on client-centered and mindfulness ideas to suit each person.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 24 years of experience beginning in 2001, with work in group homes, substance abuse programs, hospital outpatient clinics, and school counseling settings.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds LCMHC and LCPC credentials and practices in Illinois as indicated by her listed licenses.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she does accept international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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