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Latechia Hester, LCPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Latechia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Latechia. View 75 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois, Maine, and 1 more

Recent reviews

Latechia Hester is a great therapist. She isn’t afraid to hold me accountable when I’m trying not to do the hard work. She made every session enjoyable and thought provoking. I really liked her as a therapist and would recommend her.

Reviewed July 2024

My therapist listens and redirects me every week. She holds me accountable to myself, my wants, and my needs - even when I told her that I have none. I'm more self aware and my confidence is building because of her care. Thank you.

Reviewed July 2024

More about Latechia

  • 24 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCPC, LCMHC

I am an African American female Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and I started my career in the counseling field in 2001, as a group home counselor for at-risk male youths, homeless young male adults, and their families, where we worked on family reunification, substance abuse, LGBTQ+ Issues, job skills, life skills, and independent living. From there I moved more into the substance abuse field working with DUI offenders, court mandated persons ordered to do anger management, and as an interventionist for families, and individuals who struggle with all forms of addiction and co-dependency. Since then, I returned to school to obtain my masters in Clinical Mental Health, during which time I worked with individuals who struggled with family issues, depression, suicide, grief and loss, schizophrenia disorder, bi-polar disorder, anxiety disorder, PTSD, dually diagnosed individuals, and those with other co-occurring disorders in an outpatient hospital clinic setting. I then furthered my career and obtained a second master's degree in School Counseling, where I enveloped experience in working with students in an inner-city school setting who struggled with body image, depression, suicide, self-harm, substance abuse, LGBTQ+ issues, ADHD, ADD, OCD, neighborhood trauma, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

My primary therapeutic orientations are cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy; however, I strongly believe that it is essential to meet a person "where they are at" and establish a therapeutic alliance using my developed professional skills and eclectic abilities to provide each individual with a therapeutic orientation is necessary to move them toward a place of peace and healing. I believe in the purpose of counseling and I believe that even the most skeptical can become a believer!

METAMORPHOSIS is the process of change into something adult, mature and breathtaking. I would like to think that I've been entrusted by clients to help them transition into living a better life, so that they may spread their wings and fly! My goal is to uplift, empower, teach, and motivate those who struggle to work toward living a healthy and happy lifestyle. My commitment is to provide the best clinical services each person deserves with dignity and respect and there has been no greater pleasure for me other than to be blessed with the opportunities to work with individuals in this field of healing and the transformation of lives.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression LGBT Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Latechia Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548843808.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180013366 · Expires March 2025
  • LCPC · Maine · CC6915 · Expires November 2026
  • LCMHC · North Carolina · 19916 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Latechia Hester

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

75 reviews

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Latechia Hester is a great therapist. She isn’t afraid to hold me accountable when I’m trying not to do the hard work. She made every session enjoyable and thought provoking. I really liked her as a therapist and would recommend her.

Reviewed July 2024

My therapist listens and redirects me every week. She holds me accountable to myself, my wants, and my needs - even when I told her that I have none. I'm more self aware and my confidence is building because of her care. Thank you.

Reviewed July 2024

Latechia is amazing! She is such a wonderful therapist and has helped me enormously, from learning how to challenge negative thoughts, challenging anxious thoughts and examining codependent behaviours. I cannot recommend her enough!

Reviewed June 2024

This has been my first experience with therapy. Latechia's support, guidance and expertise has been invaluable. Looking forward to continuing working with her.

Reviewed May 2024

I have only been with Latechia but i feel she listens to me and also calls me out when need be. I like the fact that she is real with me and doesn't beat around the bush.

Reviewed April 2024

My therapist is a great listener and the homework she gives me after each session is extremely helpful and my healing process

Reviewed March 2024

I had low expectations but tried betterhelp anyway, because I finally admitted to myself that I really needed to talk to someone. From the first session I began to feel better and I was never going to go to an actually location for therapy, i just would never have done that. I did phone therapy and had no problem fitting that in and it was way more comfortable for me, talking on the phone from my own space. I'm taking the time to leave this review because Latichia deserves it, she's been really good for me.

Reviewed January 2024

Excellent job. Caused me to look at a couple of possibilities I had not previously considered.

Reviewed February 2022

Latechia has been a blessing and offers solid advice, and a lot of comfort/peace. Strongly recommend.

Reviewed January 2024

I am very happy so far with my counseling. Latechia is a perfect match for me and working in my Codependent behavior

Reviewed January 2024

She redirected me to myself and not others. I appreciate and needed that.

Reviewed January 2024

Latechia has far exceeded my expectations. She is very respectful, professional, and effective in helping me reach my goals. I feel very fortunate to have been matched with her and am truly happy with her services. Great job Better Help.

Reviewed December 2023

Great therapist!

Reviewed November 2023

Super amazing and a patient person!

Reviewed November 2023

Mrs. Latechia is absolutely wonderful. We just started my healing journey but so far she has made me feel heard and seen. Therapy is such a big step but she has made it feel easy to open up and feel like we can really get me to where I want to be. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2023

Literally the best!!

Reviewed July 2023

such a great therapist, very supportive and always fun. pushed me out of my comfort zone many times. Very out going, awesome personality. literally love latechia

Reviewed July 2023

Great experience so far. Feel heard and understood.

Reviewed April 2023

Best help I’ve ever received

Reviewed February 2023

I look forward to talking with Latechia, she’s very friendly and understands me on a level I feel no other therapist has.

Reviewed April 2023

I’ve had just a few sessions with her so far, but she really has helped me so far.

Reviewed April 2023

Latechia has a knack for getting to the heart of things. Talking to her is very comfortable. I feel heard & understood. That’s huge!

Reviewed February 2023

Ms Hester and I have been working together for aprox one month. In that short time, she has been able to create a safe space for me to explore my inner world. The sessions have been super helpful and ai look forward to continue working with her

Reviewed February 2023

I am grateful to Latechia. She validates my feelings and challenges me to support me in reaching my goal. As a Queer Latine individual, she is well-rounded and culturally competent when I share my experiences. She proactively check-in with me after our sessions. I appreciate her ending our session with a goal that guides me in exploring what matters most and who I want to be.

Reviewed January 2023

Latechia is what I’ve been looking for in a therapist. She challenges me to think differently and offers techniques/exercises to help me. When I feel like I’m in a bad place, she gives me resources to get back on track. I would highly recommend her if given the chance.

Reviewed January 2023

So thankful for her. I literally feel seen and heard.

Reviewed January 2023

very straight forward, find the root of problems and addresses them. asks questions that really make you think

Reviewed December 2022

First time in therapy and she has made this experience not only great but life changing. I’m excited to continue to work with her and grow.

Reviewed December 2022

I am three sessions in (two completed I believe) and it's been great! Latechia is always on time and listens to me.

Reviewed December 2022

She is a great therapist. She really helps me to set goals and meet them. She has been able to give other perspectives and open my mind to all I can be for myself.

Reviewed December 2022

Latechia is the best !

Reviewed November 2022

She’s amazing !

Reviewed November 2022

I have only had one session with Latechia so far so I'm not qualified to speak in depth about her expertise - but I will say I learned a lot about myself from that first session and she has a really effective way of understanding and reflecting back what I have been questioning - I think the simple act of her clearly articulating what I try to explain in simpler terms is super affective and puts things into the perspective I usually lack.

Reviewed November 2022

I am grateful to Latechia for guiding me to reach my goals. I always gain clarity and compassion from Latechia. She is amazing, and I trust her.

Reviewed September 2022

Latechia is such an amazing active listener. Her point to reiterate what we’ve talked about at the end of our sessions is greatly appreciated. Her homework is very effective to have me make self-realizations I’ve never thought I’d be able to get to on my own. I tell everyone in my close life about how much I love having her! I’m so lucky.

Reviewed September 2022

Wonderful!

Reviewed September 2022

Wonderful

Reviewed September 2022

I feel heard, understood and helped by Latechia. She sees where I am coming from and helps me navigate my own feelings and confusions. She is given me tools to apply in my day to day life and overall I think she’s a great therapist!

Reviewed August 2022

Very caring and educated

Reviewed May 2022

Latechia is a very understanding and knowledgeable individual. She is great at listening and has helped me through so much. I am so glad to that she was there for me in the hardest parts of my life.

Reviewed May 2022

I absolutely adore Latechia! She is so helpful, attentive, and respectful. She pushes me to answer my own questions before I can even ask them and it has truly changed my life.

Reviewed April 2022

Latechia has been an amazing person to lean on. I am so thankful for her!!

Reviewed April 2022

Latechia Hester is wonderfully open, honest, and caring. She gets to know you, understand you, while being utterly respectful. Give her the time and opportunity to help you. She sees behind what you are outwardly saying, sometimes before you admit what is wrong yourself.

Reviewed April 2022

Really makes me feel like I can improve

Reviewed March 2022

Her words are like a warm bowl of soup. I feel so good after talking to her.

Reviewed March 2022

Latechia has been an amazing sounding board. She gets me, respects me, and isn't afraid to point out when I should look at something from a few different angles. I’d highly recommend her expertise!

Reviewed February 2022

She's an amazing therapist. She's there for me. She listens and is very patient and understanding. Thank you and I appreciate all that you do for me. I highly recommend Dr. L. Hester

Reviewed February 2022

This is my first time trying therapy, so I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Latechia has gone above and beyond to make the experience a positive one. She makes me feel heard and understood without judgement. Very professional and kind. Exceeded all my expectations.

Reviewed January 2022

Latechia meets you where you're at and nowhere else. She is kind and compassionate and extremely adept when it comes to zeroing in on solutions that can help you progress week over week. I really recommend her and appreciate the help she has given me and the care she has shown me.

Reviewed January 2022

She really loves her job and actually cares for her patients. She never leaves you feeling unheard and knows how to pace her practices with how fast/slow youre progressing. Thank you mrs. Hester :)

Reviewed January 2022

She is wonderful. Very helpful and positive. I enjoy working with her.

Reviewed January 2022

I've been through a few different therapists and I didn't think therapy could help. My wife urged me to try one last time, so I did. Latechia has shown me that my prior therapists had no clue how to do their job. She has given me hope that I can finally begin to heal. The genuine care she has for me has given me hope I can make it through my hardships and shortcomings.

Reviewed December 2021

I truly felt heard and hopeful that we could work together as a team. She really understood me without me having to explain myself so much.

Reviewed December 2021

Very professional & helpful thank u

Reviewed December 2021

She is so amazing, she has helped me through some really tough times. I feel like I grow more and more after every sessions with her.

Reviewed December 2021

Latechia has directly impacted my ability to get through a very challenging year.

Reviewed December 2021

She easy to understand and that helps

Reviewed November 2021

Latechia is friendly, thoughtful, timely, and a great counselor. She will hold you accountable in every way. Her training, experience, and expertise is both refreshing and awe-inspiring. And after talking with Latechia, I always feel rejuvenated and ready to take on the world. I’d totally recommend her to my friends and family.

Reviewed November 2021

Latechia is professional, respectful, and works collaboratively with me. She supports my goals and gives me useful feedback.

Reviewed November 2021

Latechia is an amazing therapist! She really listens to my concerns and helps me work through them. I love her attention to detail and how she refers back to her notes from previous sessions. She has provided me with a variety of techniques that have been very helpful! Truly the best!

Reviewed November 2021

Having healthy relationships was the primary for desiring help. So facing my mental illness & trauma was key in order to do so. The best thing I have done for my life is open up to and participate in the sessions with Latechia Hester. My family dynamic is all the better for it. Parenting has even become more successful as a result of our sessions together. Thank you Latechia! And thank you for this BetterHelp platform. As it’s the method in which I was introduced to her.

Reviewed November 2021

I have nothing but great things to say about Latechia. She’s warm, thoughtful, and well versed in her practice.

Reviewed September 2021

She is phenomenal great feedback listening skills and strategical input that gives a broader perspective

Reviewed September 2021

I couldn't have asked for a better counselor. Latechia knows her stuff! She is soothing, caring, supportive and professional. She is an adept listener and I love how she's been able to get to the root of issues in a non-judgemental way. She is also graceful and easily puts me at ease. Overall, she is excellent.

Reviewed August 2021

She’s been very attentive and understanding.

Reviewed August 2021

Latecia is very professional and caring. She listens and asks questions that make you think

Reviewed July 2021

Latechia's great! She's sweet and understanding while also being non-judgemental and being able to focus on the root of your problems and concerns.

Reviewed July 2021

Latechia is a great counselor, she really understood what I needed and was able to help me talk about events in my life I couldn't talk about with anyone else. She provided a safe space for me and I am truly grateful to have met her. She is a wonderful counselor.

Reviewed July 2021

Very kind and understanding. She has been extremely supportive. I appreciate all of her help.

Reviewed June 2021

She’s very insightful and has helped me a lot. Puts me at ease and makes me feel like there is someone in my corner. She speaks her mind too—which I greatly appreciate. Thanks for everything.

Reviewed June 2021

She makes me feel seen. I haven’t had many sessions with her but I feel very comfortable with her. I’m looking forward to continuing counseling with her!

Reviewed June 2021

Best counselor. Hands down

Reviewed June 2021

Latechia is a wonderful counselor she is very good at making her clients feel validated, heard and giving them real tools on how to approach obstacles they face in their life.

Reviewed June 2021

Latechia is very easy to talk to! I feel like she genuinely cares and enjoys what she does. She asks questions I’ve never thought about, which I appreciate. I would recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed June 2021

Latechia is amazing for 2 very simple reasons. She realizes I need therapy more than me. I come to her when I think yeah today I need it but she's pushing for more. 2 goes along with 1. I tried to set my own precedence of what I thought I needed I tried to make my own rules but she has been there to truly let me vent and I cannot wait to see where things continue to go for me because of how comfortable I feel.

Reviewed May 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Latechia Hester offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Latechia Hester works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Latechia Hester speak?

Latechia Hester speaks English.

How many years of experience does Latechia Hester have?

Latechia Hester has 24 years of experience.

Where is Latechia Hester licensed to practice?

Latechia Hester is licensed to practice in Illinois, Maine, and North Carolina.

Does Latechia Hester accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Latechia Hester does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Latechia Hester offer?

Latechia Hester offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Latechia Hester?

Latechia Hester can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Latechia Hester?

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