- Addictions
- Relationships
- Life purpose
About Latasha
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine is an LPC with 18 years of clinical experience and holds counseling licenses in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. She works with adults on addictions, relationships, self-esteem, career questions, depression, and life purpose concerns. She also focuses on issues such as codependency, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and isolation.
Her approach draws on practical, evidence-informed methods. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people change unhelpful thoughts and actions. She uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is unsure about change.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and goal-oriented. She uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term steps when people want quick, practical progress. Mindfulness exercises are offered to increase awareness and reduce reactivity in daily life.
Dr. McIlwaine has worked across North and South Carolina and Georgia in clinical and academic roles. She also teaches and mentors students pursuing counseling careers. Her background includes writing about personal experiences with mental health in her book Fragile Brokenness.
People who choose her often bring complex life transitions, questions about purpose, or struggles with substance use and relationships. She encourages clear steps and collaborative planning rather than vague promises. To begin, readers should review the online therapy options and complete the site questionnaire to schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. McIlwaine commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with depression, career decisions, and addictive patterns. DBT teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, useful for relationship strain or self-destructive behaviors. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to explore ambivalence about change and Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term, achievable goals. Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the early work together. She will collaborate with clients to match methods to their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the profile. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-in sessions when schedules demand it. Phone sessions can be an easier option when lower bandwidth or less screen time is preferred, while video sessions support use of worksheets and real-time skills practice. The focus is on practical steps that fit everyday life and on adapting techniques so they can be used between meetings.Areas of expertise
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with addictions, relationship issues, low self esteem, career concerns, depression, and life purpose questions among other related topics.
How would she approach someone feeling stuck in life?
She uses practical methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT skills, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to set clear steps and manage emotions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 18 years of experience working in clinical and academic settings across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC and practices in North Carolina, with licenses recorded in SC LPC and GA LPC as well.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are accepted; confirm any regional requirements during the matching process.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Session cost varies by location and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.