It has been nice having Lawanda as my therapist. She listens, acknowledges your struggles and offers insight into the struggles you have. I would recommend to anyone who may be having a difficult time in their life and just needs someone professional to talk to.
LaWanda McCants, LPCC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
LaWanda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with LaWanda. View 29 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kentucky
Recent reviews
She’s the only therapist that actually understands what I mean. I feel so comfortable with her that, I never want to see another therapist.
More about LaWanda
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LPCC
I graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Masters in Counseling Psychology with a focus in Gender and Women's Studies along with intersectionality and creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people. As a Black Queer Woman, I feel it's important to meet people where they are based on identity as related to mental health needs. I have experience working with concerns such as depression, anxiety, life changes, and attachment issues. I also have experience with teens, adults, couples, and queer People of Color. You are the driver in your process while I am here to help navigate. I'm excited to go on the journey with you.
Please know that I have a private practice schedule alongside this schedule. Certain days are indicated for BetterHelp clients and could be subject to change. Thanks for your understanding.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
LaWanda McCants's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619227857.
- LPCC · Kentucky · 171098 · Expires December 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for LaWanda McCants
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
It has been nice having Lawanda as my therapist. She listens, acknowledges your struggles and offers insight into the struggles you have. I would recommend to anyone who may be having a difficult time in their life and just needs someone professional to talk to.
She’s the only therapist that actually understands what I mean. I feel so comfortable with her that, I never want to see another therapist.
LaWanda is very knowledgeable and offers an open and honest ear, very human, and centered on your current headspace. Offers autonomy in where you would like your session to go and really strives to meet you where you are each call.
LaWanda is a highly attuned, grounding, and affirming presence. I cannot recommend her strongly enough!
LaWanda has been great so far.
Ms McCants has been a wonderful outlet for me to share my challenges, as well as providing such strong support and encouraging feedback each session. I am grateful that BetterHelp put me in contact with such an ideal therapist for my specific needs.
LaWanda is one of the best therapists I've had. I always feel so comfortable talking with her about what I'm struggling with and she has a great sense of humor. She always seems to tell me exactly what I need to hear and that's been really helpful. Definitely recommend her!
LaWanda is an incredible therapist! She makes me feel seen & heard & always offers solutions that work for me. I love LaWanda!!
Great
Wanda has been an excellent resource and confidant as I navigate through my situation and struggles. She has checked on me and offered a listening ear as well as provided help and guidance. She’s amazing!
Lawanda is patient and kind with me. She is great with communication and commitment.
I have just begun working with Wanda but immediately she listened to my concerns and is helping me set goals and understand what steps I can take proactively to achieve them.
I absolutely love her! LaWanda is a very understanding person and easy to converse with, I would definitely recommend.
I loved working with LaWanda McCants! She helped me a lot with my mental health.
Lawanda helped me get to the root of the issues I didn't know I had been battling since I was a small child so that I knew what to seek out from other sources. Since doing so with her advice and expertise I feel like I've unlocked the cheat code to life. I had been struggling so hard for so long that I didn't know any different. She helped me get to a place where I now feel like life is effortless. My financial situation unfortunately suddenly changed else I would continue counseling with her just because I enjoy her company. 10/10 would recommend this excellent example of a human being.
Lawanda is the best!! I recommend her to everyone and she’s a household name with anyone who knows me lol
Wanda is an excellent therapist. She has helped us tremendously throughout the past several months dealing with a range of issues and I would recommend her to any individual or couple seeking therapy.
Wanda is THE BEST. Her ability to listen, then question, then expand is unparalleled. I like to think of her as the navigator on the journey to my best self!
LaWanda is so easy to talk with! I feel completely comfortable to share the things that I am going through with no judgement.
I felt very comfortable after our first session and knew i could really talk to her
LaWanda takes the strain of therapy away by maintaining a casual and open conversation. I am thoroughly impressed.
I have only been able to have on session with another scheduled. Immediately LaWanda was warm and inviting and made it comfortable to talk to. Much different than my last 2 therapy sessions with my works EAP program.
LaWanda is so kind and understanding. She is extremely easy to talk to and makes me feel comfortable opening myself up. I also really appreciate the different ideas she gave me for moving forward in my mental health.
LaWanda has been great so far. We’ve only been working together for a short time but she her responses have been very thoughtful and helpful.
I've only had 2 sessions with LaWanda so far, but I can already tell that she is AMAZING. I love the way she uses humor in our sessions. I never thought therapy would make me laugh so much. She made my first go at counseling feel like I was just hanging out with a friend. I can't recommend LaWanda enough!
LaWanda makes you feel at ease and is a great listener. She is wonderful, cannot recommend her enough!
Wanda is wonderful to work with. She has provided me with the support and validation I need to accomplish my goals.
LaWanda is so friendly and really takes the time to get to know you. I really appreciate her relationship building approach. Knowing that your counselor understands who you are on a more personal level truly allows them to suggest the best approach for tackling your life’s challenges.
She’s awesome and super friendly! She made me feel super comfortable right off the back, im glad she’s my counselor.
Frequently asked questions
Does LaWanda McCants offer telehealth visits?
Yes. LaWanda McCants works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does LaWanda McCants speak?
LaWanda McCants speaks English.
How many years of experience does LaWanda McCants have?
LaWanda McCants has 10 years of experience.
Where is LaWanda McCants licensed to practice?
LaWanda McCants is licensed to practice in Kentucky.
Does LaWanda McCants accept clients outside of the United States?
No, LaWanda McCants does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does LaWanda McCants offer?
LaWanda McCants offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with LaWanda McCants?
LaWanda McCants can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with LaWanda McCants?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.