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LaWanda Riddick

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

LaWanda Riddick, LMHC, is a BIPOC therapist and Doctoral student. With over 25 years of experience in education/psychoeducation, she focuses on supporting individuals feeling "stuck." LaWanda believes in the harmony of faith and therapeutic intervention and aims to combat stigma through advocacy and culturally sensitive care. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys fishing and gardening for personal well-being.

My approach to therapy

Her clinical training emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, alongside Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Person-Centered approaches, and she is known for being approachable and authentic.

What you can expect from me

What Clients Can Expect from Sessions

During sessions, clients can anticipate a supportive and collaborative environment designed to foster personal growth and development. Ultimately, the focus is on empowering clients to achieve their personal and professional aspirations through constructive feedback and ongoing support.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Affirming, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Nyack College (Alliance University)
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, 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, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Depression, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English