Dr Hawkins is an excellent therapist who is very experienced and compassionate. Highly recommended
Dr. Lataya Hawkins, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lataya is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lataya. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
Extremely efficient smart therapist. My life has gotten so much healthier since I’ve started therapy with her.
More about Lataya
- 22 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working as therapist and leader in the Army. I have a PhD in Social Work from the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas @ Austin. My areas of research are moral injury and moral distress.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including grief/loss, relationship, family, and parenting challenges, adjustment challenges, and trauma with a special focus on combat related trauma, PTSD and moral injury . My counseling style is interactive and warm. I consider the client/therapist relationship to be the most important component in the therapeutic relationship. I will always be respectful, compassionate, and honest. Our sessions will be focused around your needs and goals.
I consider myself a strength based, solution focused therapist. I have been trained in other treatment modalities as well to include EMDR, CBT, ART, and CPT.
It takes internal strength to ask for help. I would love the opportunity to help you figure out what will make your life better and more fulfilling. I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Blended family issues
First responder issues
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Prejudice and discrimination
Licenses
Dr. Lataya Hawkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942291182.
- LCSW · Texas · 34994 · Expires December 2025
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. Lataya Hawkins
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr Hawkins is an excellent therapist who is very experienced and compassionate. Highly recommended
Extremely efficient smart therapist. My life has gotten so much healthier since I’ve started therapy with her.
Calm, intelligent doctor who listens and provides good advice. Shows great care for her patients.
So lovely and relatable, and has a wonderful way of getting to the point and helping me to unpack it without pushing, but also without shying away … every session is productive. That’s why I’m back, only for her! ☺️
A lot can happen in 12 weeks when you muster up the courage to give counselling a try. I will always be grateful for the patient, gentle, compassionate, sassy, over qualified therapist from Texas, who changed the trajectory of my family’s story, forever.
Before Lataya, I was working with another therapist and I never felt like she truly got me or understood the situation. I was struggling with confidence. Lataya makes me feel heard and respected and has helped me regain confidence in myself so I can speak my mind even around strong personalities and highly-opinionated people. Each session, I can tell she really cares and she always gives valuable insights that I apply to my situation.
Lataya was always very thoughtful and kind with her advice. I always came away from my sessions with a sense of calm and some good advice on how to coupe. I appreciate her and recommend her to others.
Lataya is amazing!
Lataya has become a key part of my stress and anxiety management as I took on a more demanding position at work. I often don’t realize that I’m in a session and it feels more like talking to a friend. She seamlessly provides guidance, perspective, and encouragement without judgment. It’s been a pleasure working with her and I’m happy I was matched with her through Better Help.
Lataya has been a great asset to me in understanding my anxiety and helping me become a more confident person.
Lataya is amazing. She is respectful, intuitive, and inspires the best.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Lataya Hawkins offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Lataya Hawkins 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. Lataya Hawkins speak?
Dr. Lataya Hawkins speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Lataya Hawkins have?
Dr. Lataya Hawkins has 22 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Lataya Hawkins licensed to practice?
Dr. Lataya Hawkins is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Dr. Lataya Hawkins accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Lataya Hawkins 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."
How can I communicate with Dr. Lataya Hawkins?
Dr. Lataya Hawkins 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. Lataya Hawkins?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
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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.