Shequitta Lenoir , LMFT

Shequitta Lenoir is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing with licenses in Minnesota and Texas who brings formal training and a lifelong commitment to helping others. She earned a B.S. in Psychology from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, and completed a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Argosy University in Eagan, Minnesota. Early aspirations to counsel others date back to sixth grade, and that dedication has guided her professional path.

With seven years of clinical experience, she has worked with individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness as well as those facing drug and alcohol addictions, offering therapy and practical skills to support recovery and stability. Her work commonly focuses on building self-esteem, confidence, and personal insight so people can pursue more satisfying, resilient lives.

Shequitta integrates evidence-based methods into her practice, regularly using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. These approaches inform a pragmatic, strengths-oriented style that aims to help people address emotional challenges, improve relationships, and develop effective coping strategies for the demands of daily life.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Shequitta commonly uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a skills-based approach that helps people manage intense emotions, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and reduce self-destructive behaviors. DBT can be especially useful for stress, emotional dysregulation, and relationship conflicts.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mood concerns. Motivational Interviewing is another key technique she employs to strengthen motivation and commitment to change, particularly around substance use and recovery.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Shequitta works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and together they determine which methods fit best and how to adapt them for online sessions.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access therapy from home, and fit sessions into busy lives while working toward meaningful change with a licensed professional.