- Stress and anxiety
- Communication skills
- Addiction recovery
About Latonia
Latonia Staten is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) practicing in Maryland with 15 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, coping with life changes, and coaching. Latonia also works with young adults, veterans and people exploring sexuality.
Latonia helps people who feel overwhelmed by big transitions. She offers calm, straightforward guidance for managing anxiety and the pressure of new roles. She also works with people dealing with drug and alcohol addiction and with relationship or communication problems.
In sessions she teaches real skills for day-to-day life. That includes communication techniques, ways to manage stress, and steps for reducing substance use. She helps clients reflect on life purpose and make choices that match their goals.
Latonia has experience supporting veterans and people processing trauma related to military service. She supports people exploring sexuality and the practical challenges those conversations can bring. Her work is client-centered and informed by cultural awareness.
People often come to her when they are starting a new chapter - finishing school, starting a first job, or trying to reset after a setback. She asks concrete questions, suggests clear actions, and follows up on progress. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the service.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Latonia draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients build skills and make practical changes. One common approach she uses focuses on teaching behavioral strategies for managing anxiety and stress. This involves identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing specific coping steps, and tracking progress over time.Another approach emphasizes improving communication and relationship skills. That work centers on learning clearer ways to express needs, set boundaries, and repair misunderstandings. It can be useful for workplace conflicts, dating issues, and family-related stress that affect young adults.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Latonia will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, values, and everyday life. She adjusts strategies as progress is reviewed so the plan stays practical and relevant.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow quick check-ins between major sessions. Phone sessions may suit someone who prefers not to use video and take less bandwidth, while video sessions let a therapist read visual cues during conversations. Licensed professionals help clients decide what format will best support their needs and routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, coping with life changes, and coaching for direction and purpose.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
She uses a client-centered style focused on practical skills like communication and stress management, with attention to cultural context.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience working with people across a range of concerns, including addiction recovery and trauma related to military service.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCPC licensed in Maryland and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What should I know about cost and billing?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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