LaShica Hemingway , LCMHC

LaShica Hemingway welcomes people who are taking the important step of reaching out for support and views counseling as a form of personal care. She brings a warm, practical presence to her work and encourages individuals to prioritize their well-being.

Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, LaShica is originally from Marion, South Carolina. She is married and a parent of two children. Outside of her professional life she enjoys lifting weights, playing softball, and running, activities that reflect her focus on balance and self-care.

LaShica has more than a decade of experience providing counseling to adults facing mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, and substance use concerns. Her background includes offering therapeutic individual and group counseling to young adults in transitional housing, as well as delivering individual and family counseling in both clinical and home settings. This range of experience informs a thoughtful, adaptable approach to care.

Her clinical style is eclectic with a strong emphasis on cognitive-behavioral techniques and person-centered therapy. LaShica holds the LCMHC credential - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and she believes people should have the information and resources needed to make informed choices about their futures. She looks forward to supporting clients as they work toward their goals.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

LaShica integrates cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approaches to help clients address patterns of thinking and build practical skills. Cognitive-behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and developing strategies to change behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, depression, and anger. Person-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore values, relationships, and self-esteem at their own pace.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. LaShica works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques align with their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made. This partnership helps tailor care to what feels most effective and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from home. Licensed professionals can deliver the same evidence-based techniques through these modalities, allowing clients to focus on their growth in a way that suits their lifestyle.