Great so far!
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine, LCMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Latasha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Latasha. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina, South Carolina, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Relatable , understanding, doesn’t force any challenges on you, allows you to do the work for yourself.
More about Latasha
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC, LPC
Hello, I am Dr. Latasha McIlwaine, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) in the states of South Carolina and Georgia and also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) in the state of North Carolina. I am also have a license and certification in Addictions (LCAS/CCS) and I am certified in Domestic Violence. I earned my graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling and went on to study Counseling Psychology to earn my Doctorate degree (EdD). I have been in practice for over 18 years across North and South Carolina and Georgia.
I have extensive training in a range of modalities including, person/client-centered, brief solution focused, reality, family and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also have experience in Anger Management and Marriage and Family Therapy. I am an educator too with undergraduate, graduate and doctorate students who are pursuing their goal of becoming a therapist. I am also an author and my first book is Fragile Brokenness: The Unspoken Secrets That Shaped A Pretty Unprotected Girl Into A Practicing Clinician And Therapist. My book speaks to my experiences with life and mental health issues and how I coped and learned to deal, made pivotal moves and developed plans for successful overcomes. My book also speaks to how I found my calling to become a clinical therapist helping and teaching others.
I have extensive experience providing quality services for adults, children, couples as well as families on a wide range of areas including depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationships, interpersonal dynamics, communication, self-esteem, school/career issues, anger management, stress management, parenting and addictions.
I am also in private practice providing tele-therapy, Insightful Options, PLLC. I have two websites: https://www.insightful-options.com and https://www.drlatashamcilwaine.com; https://www.greenemcilwainefoundation.org
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Addictions
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended Family Issues
Codependency
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Emptiness
Intellectual Disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Self-love
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063631331.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 6691 · Expires June 2026
- LPC · South Carolina · 5039 · Expires August 2025
- LPC · Georgia · LPC010296 · Expires September 2024
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.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dr. Latasha McIlwaine
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Great so far!
Relatable , understanding, doesn’t force any challenges on you, allows you to do the work for yourself.
Dr McIlwaine is wonderful. She offers lots of different ways for me to interact with her, responds quickly, and I get a lot out of our sessions.
Every conversation with Dr. Latasha leaves me feeling good about myself. She notices and acknowledges the things we wouldn't within our relationships with others and ourselves. I feel a lot of positive vibes from her. She is like a knowledgeable friend. I have seen other therapists before but she is the best one by far. I feel lucky to have her as my therapist.
Dr McIlwaine listens like a compassionate and insightful friend, and has helped me understand how some of my thinking relates to my past as well as my patterns. I've found our sessions are really helping me live more intentionally.
She listens and she is beaming with contagious positivity and insight.
Dr. McIlwaine has helped me through the most difficult relationship issue I have ever had. Difficult because it is the only one I have ever had. In a short period she has helped to gain my trust and speak the hard truth while being a cheerleader for my goals. I've been able to tell her things that I've only told two people in my life, and she is the only impartial one.
Amazing, been really rough for me, but ive managed to get started on little things thanks to her ❤️
Dr. McIlwaine has helped me so much. She listens and provides advice and resources that really work!
Very patience advanced and skilled listener where I find comfort
My experience with Dr. McIlwaine has been very good, just the right balance of listening and understanding while providing resources to move me toward workable solutions for the challenges I am dealing with.
Dr. McIlwaine listens and makes sure she understands what I'm saying. She follows my random trains of thought, but she also redirects me back to the main point when needed. I'm very comfortable discussing anything with her, as she's non-judgemental. She's able to switch gears and listen/advise about a variety of issues. Would recommend my friends to her, for sure.
Dr. Mcllwaine is very responsive and trying to help me in so many ways, I feel really good when I talk to her.
Dr McIlwaine is non-judgmental and insightful. Talking to her has been the best decision, and such a relief to feel able to speak openly, and, as it is the first time I have undertaken counselling, with guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Latasha McIlwaine offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Latasha McIlwaine 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 Dr. Latasha McIlwaine speak?
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Latasha McIlwaine have?
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine has 18 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Latasha McIlwaine licensed to practice?
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine is licensed to practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
Does Dr. Latasha McIlwaine accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Latasha McIlwaine accepts 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 Dr. Latasha McIlwaine offer?
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Latasha McIlwaine?
Dr. Latasha McIlwaine 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 Dr. Latasha McIlwaine?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.