LPC, LMHC

Lakisha (Kennedy) Hudson, LPC, LMHC

Experience10 years
LocationFlorida
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Anger
Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Lakisha

Lakisha (Kennedy) Hudson is a licensed counselor who combines a person-centered stance with practical, evidence-based techniques to help clients navigate stress, mood concerns, and relationship challenges.

Background and approach

With LPC and LMHC credentials and a decade of clinical experience, she brings an empathetic, down-to-earth presence that aims to build strong therapeutic rapport and meet clients where they are. Her practice addresses a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and parenting and intimacy-related issues.

Her prior work spans nonprofit organizations, schools, correctional facilities, and independent practice settings, and she provides services in Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Treatment draws on methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, the Gottman Method, and client-centered strategies to tailor support to each person’s needs.

Lakisha emphasizes collaboration and practical skill-building so clients can develop clearer coping strategies and make meaningful changes in daily life.

Blending evidence-based methods with flexible online care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and meeting clients where they are to foster trust and self-directed growth; this approach is helpful for people seeking a collaborative, validating space to explore emotions and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and ADHD-related challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness tools that are useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts make daily functioning difficult.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to consider symptoms, goals, and preferences and tailor interventions using client-centered, CBT, DBT, or other appropriate methods rather than applying a single technique for everyone.

Online therapy with Lakisha is offered through a mix of video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue care from different locations within Florida, and use formats that match a client’s comfort level for practicing skills between sessions.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Lakisha commonly address?

Her practice focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, parenting, bipolar disorder, and ADHD, along with related areas like attachment, communication, and impulsivity.

What is her therapeutic approach and style?

She uses a person-centered, empathetic style while integrating evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, Gottman Method, and motivational interviewing to match each client's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 10 years of clinical counseling experience across settings including nonprofits, schools, correctional facilities, and independent practice.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She holds LPC and LMHC credentials with license details SC LPC 6190 and FL LMHC MH24020, and she practices in Florida.

In what language does she provide services and are international clients accepted?

Services are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for online work?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are costs and payment handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

South Carolina, Florida

Languages

English

What Lakisha can help with

Lakisha (Kennedy) Hudson works with clients on stress and anxiety, anger management, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

Lakisha has 10 years of Clinical Counseling experience working with adults and children who seek professional help for depression and self-esteem.

How Lakisha approaches therapy

Lakisha's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Lakisha is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Florida, with 10 years of clinical experience.