LaKeisha Thomas, LCSW

My experience as a therapist has taken me through community mental health, school-based settings, and now private practice. Along the way, I’ve had the opportunity to work with people from different backgrounds and in many different seasons of life. Those experiences have taught me to actively listen, stay curious, and take the time to understand the person behind what they may be going through.

I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Services from Old Dominion University and my Master of Social Work with a clinical concentration from Virginia Commonwealth University. I’m also committed to continuing to grow as a therapist and have completed additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

As a Black woman, I’m passionate about providing culturally responsive care. I’m someone who values connection, authenticity, and being able to show up as yourself. I bring my clinical experience into the work, but I also bring who I am, my personality and genuine care for the people I work with.

My faith is an important part of who I am and shapes the passion, purpose, and care I bring to this work. It reminds me that this is more than what I do, it’s part of the purpose and calling I carry.

Outside of being a therapist, I love spending time with family and friends. There’s usually music playing somewhere around me and I’m always down to dance to a good beat. I also love a good movie or TV show, especially the kind that has you quoting lines later (because I definitely will). I enjoy laughing, having fun, and making space for the simple things that bring joy.