La Shekia Smith-Brown , LCSW

La Shekia Smith-Brown is a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) with a trauma certification (CCTP - Certified Clinical Trauma Professional) who has practiced in Nevada and Arizona. Over the course of her career she has worked across multiple settings within health and human services, bringing a broad base of hands-on experience to her clinical work.

Her roles have included serving as a day treatment teacher supporting children with severe emotional disturbances and their families, working as a case manager in early intervention for infants and toddlers, and providing services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and related conditions. In more recent years she has offered clinical and behavioral consultation to individuals, families, and community group home providers, while also providing psychotherapy and clinical assessment for people managing depression, anxiety, dissociation, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder.

She approaches care from a place of compassion and close listening, aiming to ensure clients feel supported as they work through challenges with practical problem solving. She prefers a holistic view that considers the many parts of a person and assesses individual needs to develop treatment plans that may draw on multiple therapeutic modalities. She favors live video conferencing for sessions because she finds video more engaging for clinical work, and she communicates gratitude for the opportunity to support clients as they address their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

La Shekia Smith-Brown incorporates evidence-based techniques to address a range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and effective interpersonal communication, which can help with intense emotions and relationship challenges. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, supporting clients who want to reduce reactivity and build coping strategies for everyday life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. She works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adapts treatment plans over time to reflect what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from locations that work for them, fit sessions into busy schedules, and continue consistent care even when in-person visits are not possible. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured interventions, skills practice, and supportive guidance tailored to each client.