Lawrence Cox

My communication style

I listen actively. I create an environment of empathy and validation. I foster a style of warmth, reflectivity, transparency, and boundaried respect. I create a dialogue that prioritizes the client's internal experience and promotes self-efficacy.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was attracted to being a therapist because I have a deep capacity for empathy and connection. I realized early that people feel safe talking to me, that I can listen without judgment and see the person beneath their pain or struggles. I don't just sympathize, I have a genuine ability to step into another's shoes and feel the gravity of their experience. What drives me is the privilege of witnessing change from being trapped by trauma to experiencing freedom by way of talk therapy.

My goals for you

I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques like Open questions, Affirmations, and Reflective listening to elicit change talk and explore the discrepancy between their current state and their desired future.

Our first session

The majority of our time together will be focused on understanding what brought you here. I will likely lead this conversation with open-ended questions, but please feel free to interrupt or shift the focus at any time.

I identify as...

• Male
• Black or African American
• Christian