LaShonda Milsap , LCSW

LaShonda Milsap brings two decades of clinical social work experience to her practice, supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina - a credential that denotes advanced training and clinical licensure in social work. Her work spans children, teens, individuals, couples, and families, with attention to each person’s unique situation and strengths.

LaShonda uses a person-centered, holistic approach that tailors conversations and treatment plans to the needs of each client. In session she draws from solution-focused methods and a range of evidence-based interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment techniques. These methods are chosen to address issues such as grief, parenting and family concerns, emotional regulation, addictions, trauma, and life changes.

As a co-author and motivator, LaShonda emphasizes recognizing personal strengths and pursuing meaningful goals. She meets clients without judgment and works with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Taking the first step toward change can be difficult, and she aims to support clients through that process with practical strategies and encouragement. Her guiding message is simple - if you fall and can look up, you can get up.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

LaShonda Milsap integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into her practice, a structured approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and develop practical strategies to change patterns of thinking and behavior. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns and focuses on skills that can be applied in daily life.

She also employs dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is helpful for people who experience intense emotions, relationship conflict, or difficulties managing reactions to stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and LaShonda collaborates with each client to determine which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Sessions are tailored over time as progress is made and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for clients seeking flexibility and consistent support. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow licensed professionals and therapists to meet clients where they are, accommodate busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care across distances. These options make it easier to access evidence-based treatment without sacrificing the collaborative, client-centered work that supports lasting change.