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Dr. LaKeesha Woods, MD

  • Experience13 years
  • LocationMaryland
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About LaKeesha

Dr. LaKeesha Woods brings a client-centered approach to therapy, blending empathy with practical methods to support lasting change.

Background and approach

With an MD and 13 years of professional experience, Dr. Woods focuses on helping people manage concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, addiction, grief, relationship and family challenges, and adjustment to life changes.

Her work emphasizes identifying strengths, clarifying goals, and developing concrete tools that fit each person's circumstances. Her style combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy within a collaborative framework that respects cultural background and personal identity.

Dr. Woods draws on both counseling and consulting experience to support clients exploring life purpose, coping strategies, forgiveness, and issues related to prejudice and multicultural concerns.

She guides conversations toward achievable steps while honoring each client's pace and perspective, aiming to foster resilience, self-understanding, and more effective daily functioning.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Dr. Woods commonly integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients feel heard and supported while exploring values, identity, and personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior and developing practical skills to reduce symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and difficulties with focus or motivation.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and happens collaboratively. The therapist will discuss needs, preferences, and goals during early sessions and tailor interventions accordingly, blending approaches as appropriate to match what works best for each person.

Online therapy with Dr. Woods uses flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care accessible across schedules and locations. These options allow people to engage in regular sessions, check in between meetings, and continue progress without travel, supporting consistent work toward goals while fitting therapy into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
Dr. Woods works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and parenting challenges, and career or life purpose questions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is client-centered and supportive while integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to create practical, goal-oriented plans.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 13 years of professional experience working in counseling and consulting roles to inform her clinical practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an MD and is identified as MD Psychologist 06337 practicing from Maryland.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Yes, she accepts international clients and provides services to people outside the United States.
Which session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a time based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

Domestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English

What LaKeesha can help with

Dr. LaKeesha Woods works with clients on stress and anxiety, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

LaKeesha works with clients with concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment challenges, and relationship difficulties.

How LaKeesha approaches therapy

LaKeesha's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

LaKeesha incorporates motivational interviewing.

Experience and training

LaKeesha is an MD practicing in Maryland.