Lakiesha Russell, LPC — Therapist in Wisconsin

Hi there, I'm Lakiesha!

I'm an LPC. I combine trauma-informed care, evidence-based therapy, and culturally responsive insight to guide you toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness. My goal is to help you walk out of each session feeling seen, empowered, and better equipped to tackle life's challenges.

My focus

Stress rising? Emotional overwhelm on overload? I specialize in maternal mental health, supporting women, children, and teens through challenges, identity shifts to help you feel seen and supported with practical tools for coping, effective communication, and healing so you can thrive at home, work, and within yourself.

My approach

My approach to care is warm, person-centered, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe healing happens through authentic connection, cultural understanding, and practical tools that meet you exactly where you are. Sessions with me blend evidence-based strategies, reflective dialogue, and real-life application so that therapy feels empowering.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, grounded, compassionate, and real. I listen deeply and offer gentle but honest guidance when needed. Clients often tell me I’m relatable, calming, and easy to open up to. I create a space that feels safe, culturally affirming, and supportive—where your voice, story, and lived experiences are honored.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began working with young children, where I realized families—not just individuals—are my clients. Becoming a mom deepened my belief that healing our own emotional wounds helps us raise emotionally healthy children. This passion led me to become the provider I am today.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by breaking big challenges into manageable steps. Together, we build a clear plan that includes emotional awareness, coping skills, boundary-setting, communication strategies, and resilience tools tailored to your life. We'll celebrate small wins and empower you to put into action what you learn in every area.

Our first session

Your first session is a calm, judgment-free space to share at your pace. We’ll explore what brought you here, your history, and your goals. I’ll ask thoughtful questions and help you find clarity and direction, so you leave feeling supported and confident that you’re not alone in this journey.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

Single Mother

Body Positivity

Racial Justice

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Children
Minors
Preteens
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 13 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) from Mount Mary College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Lakiesha Russell