Lakesha Lingard, LMFT
Compassionate Florida LMFT for relationships and healing
- 10 years experience
- Florida LMFT
- Relationship and trauma focus
About Lakesha Lingard
Lakesha Lingard is a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in Florida with ten years of clinical experience working with a broad range of concerns. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting difficulties, career challenges, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, and attention-deficit concerns, as well as those who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
Her manner is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she avoids stigmatizing labels. Lakesha adapts conversations and treatment plans to match each person’s specific needs, drawing on evidence-based methods to help clients move toward meaningful change. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and indicates specialized training in working with individuals, couples, and families.
Lakesha encourages clients to lean into the courage it takes to pursue a more satisfying and balanced life and offers support designed to empower and motivate. She aims to create a collaborative therapeutic process that meets people where they are and helps them take practical steps toward their goals.
Her manner is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she avoids stigmatizing labels. Lakesha adapts conversations and treatment plans to match each person’s specific needs, drawing on evidence-based methods to help clients move toward meaningful change. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and indicates specialized training in working with individuals, couples, and families.
Lakesha encourages clients to lean into the courage it takes to pursue a more satisfying and balanced life and offers support designed to empower and motivate. She aims to create a collaborative therapeutic process that meets people where they are and helps them take practical steps toward their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lakesha Lingard have?
Lakesha Lingard has 10 years of experience.
Is Lakesha Lingard a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which means Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her license details are FL LMFT MT3994.
In which languages does Lakesha Lingard provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Lakesha Lingard located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Lakesha Lingard as my therapist?
You can work with Lakesha Lingard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lakesha Lingard work with international clients?
Lakesha Lingard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lakesha Lingard cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Lakesha incorporates approaches that emphasize practical skills, present-moment awareness, and collaborative understanding. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and develop willingness to accept difficult feelings while committing to meaningful actions - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and similar concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a nonjudgmental space so clients can explore their values and experiences and build self-directed growth.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lakesha works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals often blend techniques to tailor care to the individual.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access regular support, practice skills between meetings, and maintain continuity of care without geographic constraints.