Therapist profile
Latechia Hester, LCMHC, LCPC
Licensed counselor - Family and parenting focus
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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Latechia
Latechia Hester is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 24 years of experience practicing in Illinois. She began her work in 2001 in group homes for at-risk young men and moved into substance abuse and intervention work. Her stated focus includes stress, anxiety, addictions, family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, LGBT issues, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, parenting, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
She has worked with court-mandated clients, DUI offenders, and people referred for anger management. Later she provided outpatient clinic services for people with depression, suicide risk, grief, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders. She also completed a second master’s in School Counseling and has experience supporting students facing body image concerns, self-harm, substance use, ADHD, neighborhood trauma, and various forms of abuse.
Her main clinical approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy, alongside client-centered and mindfulness methods when helpful. Sessions are framed around building a therapeutic relationship and adapting methods to the person’s situation. She describes her work as guiding people through change and toward more stable functioning.
Latechia emphasizes practical skill building - communication, coping strategies, and steps to reduce harmful behavior patterns. She draws on her long experience with addiction and family-related issues to address recurring patterns and immediate problems. Her practice aims to teach practical tools and support people as they try different ways of handling stress and conflict.
People seeking help for parenting stress, relationship strain, addiction concerns, or mood and anxiety symptoms may find her background relevant. Before booking, confirm the current session formats offered for any intended appointment.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered work focuses on listening and on what matters most to the person. It helps clarify goals and builds a working relationship so other techniques can be useful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with stress.Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style that helps people weigh options and find reasons to change. It can be useful when someone is unsure about addressing substance use, codependency, or other habits they want to change. These approaches are described in plain terms during early sessions so a plan can be agreed on together.
Choosing the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will help identify which approaches fit the person’s goals and preferences, and then adapt as needed. This is collaborative - goals and methods are reviewed and adjusted over time.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options when you book. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into daily life - for example by removing travel, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or offering an option when bandwidth is limited. Ask about the available formats and how they might fit your routine before scheduling.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Maine, North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family or parenting concerns does she address?
She works with adults on parenting stress, blended family issues, adoption and foster care concerns, and family conflict. These areas are listed among her focus topics.
What is her general therapy style?
She primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused approaches. She also uses client-centered and mindfulness techniques as appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of experience beginning in 2001, including work in group homes, substance abuse settings, outpatient clinics, and school counseling.
What credentials and location are listed for her?
She holds LCMHC and LCPC credentials and practices in Illinois. Her credentials are listed as NC LCMHC and IL LCPC in the source information.
Can she work with people who live outside the United States?
She accepts international clients according to the profile details. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify which session formats are used. Confirm current session options with booking before scheduling a first appointment.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the chosen location.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process starts the booking steps.
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