Latesha Edmerson, LCPC
Therapist in Maryland
Practical support for stress and addictions
Review online therapy options on BetterHelp.
Profile checklist
- CredentialsLCPC
- License listedLCPC, Maryland (no. LC15064)
- NPI number1093444598
- Experience23 years listed
- LanguageEnglish
- Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression
- FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp
Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.
- Focus and motivation
- Builds self-esteem
- Longtime clinician
About Latesha
Her style centers on treating each person as the expert in their own life. She listens for strengths and builds on them so clients can move past what holds them back. Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps, problem-solving, and rebuilding confidence.
Latesha has long experience guiding people through motivation issues, memory and concentration difficulties, and the challenges that come with chronic health or pain. She also addresses life transitions, work stress, money concerns, and feelings of isolation or shame. Her background makes her familiar with a wide range of mood concerns, including depression and post-traumatic stress.
She encourages practical habits that support better thinking and coping. Together with clients she sets realistic goals and tracks small changes that lead to bigger improvements. The aim is to make progress feel manageable, not overwhelming.
Signing up starts with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a time that fits. The therapist uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location and therapist availability.
Practical approaches and online care
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on changing how people think and act to reduce symptoms and improve daily life. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new, more helpful ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and depressive moods. Another approach focuses on building routines and small behavioral changes to improve attention, motivation, and coping with cravings or urges related to addictions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist listens to your goals, reviews what has or hasn't worked before, and suggests steps that fit your needs. Together you decide which techniques to try and adjust them as progress happens.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and let people check in from wherever they are. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed or video sessions when a more in-depth conversation is helpful. Discuss scheduling and format preferences when you get matched so sessions work with your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Latesha help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and attention or concentration problems, plus related issues like chronic pain, workplace strain, and loneliness.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach treats clients as experts in their own lives and focuses on practical steps, goal-setting, and building on existing strengths to improve daily functioning.
What is her professional background?
She has 23 years of professional experience working in counseling and mental health settings, supporting people with mood, attention, and addiction-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCPC license in Maryland and practices from that state.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.