Alexandria LaMont
My name is Alexandria LaMont, M.S, NCC, LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor currently licensed and practicing in the state of Georgia. Although I am now considered a southern gal, I am a city girl at heart. I was born and raised in Brooklyn/Queens, New York in a multi-cultural (Puerto Rican / African American) household.
I would describe myself as an “eclectic non-traditional counselor dedicated to advocating for mental health and wellness within diverse communities”.
I received my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Spelman College located in Atlanta, GA. I also received my Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Columbus State University in Columbus, GA. I consider myself to be a “non-traditional” counselor due to my unique approach to therapy and authentic personality. I am dedicated to destigmatizing, normalizing and advocating for mental health and wellness across underserved and marginalized communities. I am very passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, traveling, art, listening to music and engaging in intentional self-care.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions to begin to build rapport and make sure we are good fit. Then we will explore background, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing as well as expectations and therapy goals. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Strengths
I would describe myself as an “eclectic non-traditional counselor dedicated to advocating for mental health and wellness within diverse communities”. I strongly believe that “one size does not fit all”. Meaning one single type of therapy, intervention/theory will not work for every individual. My greatest strengths as a provider include building therapy sessions around one’s current needs, being present and authentic. I am passionate about creating an inclusive, comfortable, safe and supportive environment by establishing healthy boundaries. My primary goals with clients are to build resiliency, promote independency and self advocacy, build confidence in decision-making, address traumas, establish healthy boundaries, and promote self-compassion/care.
Ideal clients
In reference to the stages of change, my ideal client is in the preparedness, action and/or maintenance stage. They are aware of their concerns, needs and ready to commit to work toward making meaningful changes in their life. Although they may not be aware of how to get there, they are open to receiving tools and support to help them along the way.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a structured, and evidence-based talking therapy that can help individuals manage mental and emotional health issues. In session I utilize CBT to assist clients in identifying and challenge negative or inaccurate thoughts, and learn to think and behave in more effective ways. It's based on the idea that negative thinking is a habit that can be changed.
Trauma Informed Care
I have worked as a victim advocate in my local community for the past 5 years assisting individuals that experience forms sexual assault, domestic violence, and human trafficking and or exploitation. In addition, I have 4 years of experience providing counseling services to diverse individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma. Trauma Informed Care is one of my foundational practices. TIC essentially promotes healing, resilience, and well-being. It reduces practices that may cause stress or remind individuals of trauma, and encourages creation of environments that support safety, empowerment, and recovery. Trauma Informed Care acknowledges the need to understand a individuals life experiences in order to provide effective care.
Eclectic
I am a firm believer that every patient is different and what may work for one client may not work for another. Eclectic therapy is a type of psychotherapy that uses a variety of techniques to treat each patient's unique needs. In session, I use a multi-modal approach and utilize research evidence-based interventions and techniques access various counseling theories.
Psychoeducation
Knowledge is Power and Awareness is Key! Psychoeducation is a key component in my practice. Psychoeducation is a therapeutic intervention that teaches individuals about mental health and how to cope. When utilizing this intervention it educates individuals on symptoms, emotions, habits, cycles/patterns etc. they may be experiencing. It's based on the idea that if you know better you do better.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Black / African American
Hispanic / Latinx
Person of Color (POC)
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
Emotional Regulation
Family Conflict
Grief
LGBTQ
Military/Veterans
Parenting
Self Esteem
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Individual Therapy
Man
Non-binary
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Transgender
Woman
Doesn't specialize in
Addiction
Addiction / Substance Use
Autism
Couples Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Dissociative Disorders
Eating Disorders
Gambling Addiction
High Clinical Acuity
Learning Disabilities
Medication Management
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Phobias
Serious Mental Illness
Serious Mental Illness / Crisis
Sex Addiction
Licensed in
GeorgiaLicense LPC015369