LaSonda Sylte , LCSW

LaSonda Sylte is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Indiana with 23 years of clinical experience supporting individuals through a wide range of life challenges. She brings extensive experience working with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and the transitions that accompany life changes.

Her work spans the lifespan from children to older adults, and she has experience with both veterans and civilian clients. LaSonda has supported people coping with end-of-life and hospice concerns, caregiver strain, codependency, fertility and family difficulties, loss, and the emotional effects of trauma. She also addresses practical issues such as communication problems, impulsivity, and isolation while helping clients explore life purpose and motivation.

LaSonda’s approach is collaborative and grounded in respect, honesty, and compassion. She partners with clients to identify priorities and tailors treatment using a mix of evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing (MI), solution-focused techniques, client-centered principles, and mindfulness practices. She aims to create a calm, approachable space for growth and change and is committed to walking alongside individuals as they pursue healthier coping and greater resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

LaSonda draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify what matters most and take committed action even when difficult thoughts and feelings appear. ACT is useful for people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions who want to build a values-driven life rather than eliminate every uncomfortable feeling.

She also uses client-centered principles, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment in which the client’s goals and pace guide the work. This approach is especially helpful for building trust, exploring identity, and strengthening self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another tool in her practice, focusing on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT can be effective for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and many everyday coping challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and LaSonda works collaboratively with each person to tailor methods to their needs, goals, and preferences. She partners with clients to try strategies, track progress, and adjust the plan when needed.

Online therapy offers flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options help licensed professionals and therapists provide consistent support while accommodating individual routines and communication styles.