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Lamell Mitchell-Drake

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I take a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, creating a safe space where clients feel understood and supported. As a solution-focused practitioner, I am dedicated to helping clients identify their strengths and work towards practical, empowering solutions. My goal is to guide you in overcoming challenges and discovering your inner resilience, fostering personal growth and lasting change.

My approach to therapy

I take a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel understood and valued. My primary goal is to develop authentic, trusting relationships with each of my clients by learning about and appreciating their unique backgrounds, including their culture, religion, race, and other facets that shape who they are. This understanding allows me to tailor my support to help you navigate your world effectively.

Although I employ an eclectic approach, I often draw on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and strength-based techniques. I adapt these strategies to meet your individual needs, empowering you to discover your strengths, build resilience, and create meaningful change. My aim is to work collaboratively with you, fostering personal growth and helping you achieve your goals in a way that honors your unique experiences and identity.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a warm, welcoming, and confidential environment where they feel comfortable sharing about themselves. In the first session, I will focus on getting to know you. your background, concerns, and goals. We will discuss your current life circumstances and explore what brought you to therapy. I will also share my approach and discuss how we can work together to achieve your objectives. This session is an opportunity for us to build trust, establish rapport, and lay the foundation for a collaborative and empowering therapeutic journey.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Hunter College, School of Social Work
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
  • More specialties
    Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    114-80 180th Street
    Jamaica, NY 11434