Lamara Johnson , LCSW

Lamara Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana. The LCSW credential indicates a licensed clinical social worker qualified to provide clinical therapy and support for a wide range of concerns, and she brings 18 years of experience to her work.

She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, anger and mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy and self-esteem issues, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses blended family concerns, communication problems, divorce and separation, drug and alcohol addiction, family conflict, guilt and shame, impulsivity, intellectual disability considerations, men’s issues, multicultural concerns, post-traumatic stress, and pregnancy and childbirth related challenges.

Lamara uses a strengths-focused, holistic approach that highlights clients' positive attributes while keeping the bigger picture in view. She draws on client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Lamara emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies, inviting clients into a supportive space where they can work through life’s difficulties together. She is accepting clients in Louisiana and offers sessions by video calls, phone, live chat, and messaging. She does not currently work with international clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lamara Johnson

Lamara integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that helps clients explore their feelings and goals while the therapist follows their lead and supports self-discovery. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and offers practical strategies to shift those patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-focused awareness and simple practices to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation, often complementing other therapeutic work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lamara collaborates with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to what matters most to the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or another convenient location while still engaging in meaningful, evidence-informed therapy.