Very helpful and supportive
Latonia Jennings, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Latonia 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 Latonia. View 12 reviews
- Great news, Latonia is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Latonia Jennings is a very understanding therapist and has helped me with ways to deal with my issues.
More about Latonia
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello! My name is Latonia Jennings and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I also have a MA in Psychology and am certified as an Education Specialist. I have worked as a professional Social Worker for over 20 years in various fields including child welfare, couples counseling, military veterans issues, substance abuse, criminal justice, domestic violence, and bereavement. As a clinician for approximately 6 years, most of my work has been with grief and loss, couples counseling, domestic violence, and life issues. I believe that good clinical social work is not only compassionate and encouraging, helpful and goal oriented, but also educational. You should not leave a clinical experience just feeling better about your current issue. You should leave with confidence that you have gained new knowledge and skills to help you with future challenges as well.
I also believe that individuals are their own experts in what they need. My experience as a clinician has taught me that people have an innate ability to overcome life's challenges on their own; they just need a little help sometimes figuring out how. My favorite quote is: a bend in the road is not the end of the road unless you don't negotiate the turn. You might be feeling like you are at the end of the road right now. I see myself as a co-pilot on your journey of self helping you to navigate the tough terrain and negotiate the turns in order to get back on track.
I consider myself to be quite eclectic in my approach to clinical social work. I typically incorporate elements of solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy into my work with clients, as I have found these two approaches, or a combination thereof, to be most effective with a broad range of mental health concerns. Depending on the goals you identify and my professional expertise, I will select the best approach for you, educate you on the approach, and make adjustments as needed to ensure the best possible outcome for you.
Thank you for taking the time to review this profile. I hope I have an opportunity to work with you but if not, I wish you the best of luck finding the right clinician to help you in your journey. Be well.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Adoption and Foster Care
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment Issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Emptiness
Family Problems
Fatherhood Issues
Forgiveness
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Military and Veterans Issues
Money and financial issues
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Latonia Jennings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699390492.
- LCSW · Florida · SW14577 · Expires March 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 Latonia Jennings
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Very helpful and supportive
Latonia Jennings is a very understanding therapist and has helped me with ways to deal with my issues.
She’s helped me work through so much and her advice has really started changing my life for the better. She helps me see things through others perspectives when I’m being a bit stubborn. Equally important, even in those moments, she still validates my feelings while helping me see a fuller picture and helps guide me through it. I’m very thankful for Latonia.
Latonia has a balance of firmness and gentleness that really works for me. She's an extremely good listener, open to holding all of the things I'm carrying and helping me to navigate and work through them, all the while helping me to honor my feelings and try to get to the root of it. I highly recommend her for all her care and expertise, I'm genuinely grateful that I found a therapist that works so well for me.
I feel that Latonia Jennings has and is addressing my concerns and issues and giving me tools to try to deal with them. Regarding Betterhelp when I check in on my phone to see the message that has been sent to me by Betterhelp I am asked to put in a pin # but I never had a pin # so cannot access that message on my phone, I have to go to my computer which is not always convenient to answer in time. Can you inform me as to how I remedy this situation.
Since working with Latonia, I have made major progress in sorting out my journey with grief. She is attentive, empathetic and knowledgeable of clinical practices and exercises that lead to powerful connections and breakthroughs. I would highly recommend Latonia as a therapist!
Latonia has actually been amazing. She listened carefully to my issues and gave a thorough explanation of what was happening with me and why, which is something other therapy attempts haven't done. I feel so much lighter than I did before speaking with her the past weeks and I honestly think I'd still be stuck if I hadn't spoken to her. I highly appreciate all the work she's done with me and will miss chatting with her; It's nice knowing she's still around if needed. Thank you Latonia, you've been amazing <3
Ms. Jennings is insightful and appropriately compassionate. She has been a HUGE help to mirror my thoughts and feelings so that I can “hear myself”, and she offers suggestions toward practical application.
Latonia is an excellent counsellor. She has been so supportive in helping me deal with my trauma and providing me with useful activities to do so. Highly recommend
Latonia understands my situation and my feelings even when I struggle to properly communicate. She never pushes, but just encourages and always gives me something to think about whilst making me feel more confident and at ease.
When I first reached out for help I was scared, I had never done therapy before, but I am so extremely thankful for having met Latonia. She is everything I hoped my counselor would be. She is attentive and always checking in on me. We have built a great rapport and I feel confident and secure in our relationship.
Latonia is an amazing woman, she truly listens to me and provides practical guidance to help me stay on track in my life.
Frequently asked questions
Does Latonia Jennings offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Latonia Jennings 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 Latonia Jennings speak?
Latonia Jennings speaks English.
How many years of experience does Latonia Jennings have?
Latonia Jennings has 3 years of experience.
Where is Latonia Jennings licensed to practice?
Latonia Jennings is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Latonia Jennings accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Latonia Jennings 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 Latonia Jennings offer?
Latonia Jennings offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Latonia Jennings?
Latonia Jennings 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 Latonia Jennings?
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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.